11 Months

Happy 11 month birthday to Sir Max! Only one more short month until he turns one. It's amazing how time flies. When we had stake conference last week, I couldn't help but remember that it was spring stake conference last year when I first started getting real contractions (the ones that led to my being put on bed rest two days later). This year's conference was much more comfortable, but back to Max.

He's taken to walking quite well, so now we're trying to move onto talking. He's in that stage where he screeches whenever he wants something because he can't speak to us yet. His favorite foods are macaroni and cheese and blueberries, but lately he's been adamant that he only wants whatever we're having. I'm so happy to report that he's still sleeping relatively well. He wakes up about 6:00 each morning wanting me to put his binky back in, but then he'll sleep until around 7:30. I can't complain- mostly because it's Darreck who gets up with him. His favorite toys are still non-toys- the rolling pin, the Wii mote, and the broom- but he's also starting to get more into his books. Unless, of course, I'm trying to read his books to him. He knows that means naptime or bedtime, and he freaks out.

Mostly, he's just a really good natured, busy little guy. He's such a sweetie, and it's so much fun to see his still-emerging personality shine through. By the way, this beautiful quilt as made for Max by his Grandma-Great Necia. Thanks Gram!