Bringing in the New Year

We made it through the Canfield Christmas extravaganza, which is 3 full days of opening presents, eating, and spending time with everyone that Troy is related to. It was fun, but a bit draining. Ian got way more presents than any 9-month-old could ever need.

Ian and I are currently in Illinois with my parents. Troy left for Guatemala a few days ago. Once I go back to Anderson, I'll definitely be ready for him to be home! I'm going to spend New Year's Eve with my parents' small group, which is also what I did last year when Troy was in Mexico. I'm happy Troy can be a world traveler, but a little disappointed that that aspect of my life is on hold for now. On the other hand, I'm glad not to be sleeping on the floor in one big room with 16 college students and taking showers from a large jug while in my bathing suit. I'm also happy not to share my sleeping quarters with rats, mice and scorpions, and I like not having to pee in the middle of the jungle because the outhouse is full to overflowing (that's what happened last time I was in Guatemala!) Call me high maintenance if you'd like.

At Ian's 9 month appointment on Monday the doc said he's in the 97th percentile of height, but only 25-50th percentile of weight. She told me I need to start buttering him up (literally), which I think is a bit ridiculous. Instead, I'lve been feeding him lots of avocado, the world's most perfect food! Luckily, he seems to have his daddy's incredible metabolism and love for being active ALL OF THE TIME!

Here's our long, lean little guy.

I've lost several pounds since he's started solid foods because I can't eat in front of him. He gets mad and starts crying if he sees me eating and can't have any. He has his mommy's love of food! There have been days I've forgotten to eat meals because I've been so busy taking care of him. I don't think I've ever forgotten to eat before...ever. Who said being a stay at home mom is easy???