10 months old

Happy 10 months! To celebrate, Guillermo took 3 steps at a party last night. He didn't know anyone but Bill and me, and didn't seem to think it was as big of a deal as we did. Today he's been doing little one steps and then crawling...but I'm getting the video camera ready! I wonder if I'll follow him around for weeks with the camera on the ready like when he crawled...of course I will!!

Notice that picture had to be taken while Guillermo was asleep. He doesn't cooperate with planned pictures so well anymore!

Guillermo's "School"

Here is the link to Guillermo's new pre-school that we'll be starting in September. How exciting!

9 1/2 month appt

Guillermo was a trooper at his 9 month appt (a little late, so 9.5 months really). He had his last Pediarix shot and screamed like a banshee, but all in all it was great. He only screamed during his shot and when the doctor decided to check his ears and heartbeat. Other than that, he was very brave. The odd news is that he has lost weight. This is the first time EVER for Guillermo. He has lost 2 ounces since we were there 3 weeks ago. The doctor seemed a bit confused by this since he should be tapering off, but not losing weight, but he said that Guillermo will most likely be one of those babies that stays the same weight until he's 18 months or so. My little chubby baby is going to turn into a lanky kid??? I like his rolls!!

Guillermo was also given the go-ahead to eat whatever he wants as long as it isn't strawberries, honey, peanut butter or any kind of nuts. This means he can start eating meat, eggs, and even ice cream (I think our doctor likes ice cream because he was all excited to tell me that Guillermo could eat it now!) Wow! He's turning into a big boy!

So, the new percentages are:

Weight: 23 lbs, 1 oz, 80%
Height: 30 inches, 90%

New cool mad skillz include standing on his own more and more along with taking ONE step! He did this for his dad the other night. I, unfortunately, was washing dishes and missed the action, but I'm ready and waiting for another such occasion. Yeah, Guillermo!

The boys go boating

The cousins meet

What fun to see the "Other Bombergers" this weekend before (and during) Steve and Cayla's wedding. Such a funny sight to see the different sizes in the family. Luckily all the boys seemed to get along great! We can't wait to meet up with them again mid-week at our house!

Mirror kissing

I was unpacking from shopping today, and not watching little G in his play area. His new 'toy' is a still unopened game box. I walked in to check on the little guy (it was too quiet, which usually means that he's eating something weird) and here he was standing on his box kissing himself. Oh my....I blame this habit on his father! By the way, is that thigh not totally delicious?

Happy 8 months!

Today Guillermo is 8 months old. Here are a few of the pics I managed to take as a temper tantrum was about to begin. There is no good way to take these pics anymore since all he wants is the camera...he doesn't appreciate the concept of taking pics to show his size at ALL!

So, the latest stats aren't going to come until he's 9 months old..but here are some 8 month accomplishments.

-starting to eat chunky food rather than just mush
-eating cheerio-like things...sometimes he can grasp with his thumb and forefinger, but often he just shoves them in however it best works for him at the moment
-saying mama and dada...mama is only said when angry or upset...dada is said all the time and might mean a lot of things
-likes to sing songs and watch mom do the motions...favorites are Royal Duke of York, Row Your Boat, Where is Guillermo?, Baby Beluga and Snuggle Puppy
-likes to play peekaboo
-crawls
-just started cruising around very thoughtfully
-favorite toys are measuring cups, Ocho (his octopus), soft blocks, an activity board he got from Grandmy and Grandpa Yellow, his activity table
-favorite foods include bananas of late, pears, carrots and yams
-hated foods include cantaloupe and cauliflower and peas

Happy 8 months baby boy!