June Month in Review

June was a major event month and in true fashion I didn't blog about it. So my critics have reminded me!

So in review:
Raffi and I went Strawberry Picking at a farm. He did really good, actually picking the berries, (not eating them like the other kids in our playgroup were doing) and putting them in the box. I was so impressed. He got plenty muddy and I ate pie, so it was good times for all!

Raffi had his first professional haircut. We went to one of those kid places where you sit in a car. He was fine in the car like seat, until the lady put the smock on him. Then the crying and anger began. I had to assist in holding him to get the haircut finished, but he is a trooper and the hairstylist was fast, so it all worked out in the end. He looked so handsome and like such a big boy. I loved his haircut; his father - not so much.

We had a 2nd Birthday Party for Raffi with some work friends on June 13th. The party went well and Raffi was full of high energy and seemed to even be embarrassed when we sang Happy Birthday to him.


Raffi and I also went for a trip to So. Cal to visit family. We had a good time and had another birthday party where Raffi demonstrated his John Daly impression. Funny Boy.


Raffi is saying an additional 5 or more words. His babbling is getting more and more distinct. I'm so surprised he is not fully talking yet. He always seems like he right on the cusp. His motor skills are excellent and he is just crazy anyplace he goes. He loves to climb, go on the big slides at parks, and loves to dance to any good music.

We also started going to a local amusement park for preschoolers. Raffi loves the train and the carosel. It is fun to enjoy it with him, I can't wait to take him to Disneyland.

Raffi had his "2" year Child Wellness Doctor appointment. He is about 23 pounds and 33 inches tall. It was good news because his weight percentages went up (prior appointment it had decreased and gone off the chart.) So this was great! His ears look good and he was in overall good health. And no shots, so that was the best part of all. I swear he grew a whole inch in the month of June. He just seemed to sprout into a boy on his 2nd birthday!

On a personal note for me. I feel like the last couple months have been more peaceful, including feelings of contempment. As always there was instances of challenging circumstances and events. I am confident that God is with me and He can use even the suckiest situations for his Glory! Amen.

Party Pics and Doctor Info

Here are some pics of the party goers getting into the Pirate Spirit! Thanks Guys!







Above is the pic of Raffi, who would rather eat a banana then eat a sugary cake! Well, ok, he really was nap deprived, but I'll just remember the good eating choice.

Today was Raffi's "one year appointment" and it went pretty well. He weighed 18lbs 6ounces which is less than last week because I forgot to note that he was wearing clothes when he was weighed at 19lbs. I was still a little concerned because his growth has slowed recently. He looks great and is healthy, so the doctor isn't concerned. The doc just said is probably because Raffi is a preemie. Raffi got a few vaccinations but not as many as I had feared.

This afternoon we went to the open play time at our local gymboree and had some fun rolling around on the cushioned mats. He did well with the new environment and having had 2 shots that morning.

Raffi says thanks(and his parents do to) to everyone who came to the party and all the cool gifts he got. SO spoiled!!

Party!

The party was a success! Thanks to everyone who came and celebrated with us. Yeh! Raffi. We gave Raffi his own birthday cake while surrounded with onlookers; and the lack of a nap and Raffi hit the wall. He didn't even touch the cake! oh it was still funny though. We will have another cake/frosting attempt at the end of the month when we visit family in So. Cal. and maybe we will get some embarrassing photos of frosting face then!

I'll post some photos tomorrow. I can't find the cord and the baby is asleep.

Raffi's one year doctor appt is tomorrow, (it was originally Thurs but was moved up.) Everything should be all square since we just went last week. But I'm a little nervous about the vaccinations. geesh!

OH! I almost forgot. Raffi took two steps of a woobly walk towards me tonight! YEh. He is on his way, he'll be walking in no time.

Pre-Day

Yesterday, I was concerned about Raffi's tossing and turning at night, so I took him in to the doctor to rule out an ear infection. And it was ruled out, just a sore throat and a "I don't know what is causing his crazy bedtime manner" from the doctor. But other info, Raff is 19 lbs. I was hoping for more, but I will take it. He is so tall looking and looks much heavier than 19 lbs.

I still haven't posted any video like a promised. I hope to get some up soon.

Tomorrow is Raffi's First Birthday and his party is this Saturday. Although he is not quite aware of it all, I'm excited for him. It is just one of those times that you look back at the previous year and wow. What a year. Who knew that he would be born so early and so small, yet persevere and be so happy and healthy. We are blessed, for sure.

Pirates!

And the winning theme is Pirates. Over the weekend, we went and picked out some great pirate themed decorations and completed some baby proofing. I should have a video of him standing on the website in a little bit.