Halloween, Swings and Rice

Hope everyone had a wonderful Halloween week! Hudson was full of giggles and grins as he got to wear his police officer outfit again. He's already outgrown most of his 3 month clothes so I was glad I could get one more use in. We went to Aunt Shannon's house to watch Anderson trick-or-treat and then pass out candy. Hudson sparkled in his officer outfit; Anderson, however, had a tough go in his Elmo costume. It took two adults to get him in that thing. But once he was outside and saw other kids, he liked walking around to the houses.

"Why can't I eat the candy mom?"

Officer Hudson

This pic was taken right before Anderson was told he had to put on his Elmo suit.

Poor Anderson. Lolly thought this was soooo funny!

He eventually put on the hat and was a happy boy. It was pretty cute, trust me.

Hudson was also introduced  to his Jump-n-Go swing. He's still a tad small for it and I had to put a pillow behind him, but he lovesssss to be standing. He seems to get frustrated that he can't walk and even more frustrated that he can't sit upright on his own yet. But once he realized he could push off the floor, he'd do a couple bounces....and then he had to rest and suck on his hand. Standing up is tough work!

                                        

And another big milestone this week. Not only did Hudson hit the ripe age of 16 weeks, but I also started rice cereal. My boy was eating over 32 oz a day and still seemed hungry. With all his moving, kicking and squealing, I figured he was burning too many calories and needed an extra umph. I was hesitant and anxious to start rice cereal so early, but after he grabbed the spoon out of my hand, I figured he was ready.

"More please!"

And he still loves his Exer-Saucer. It's a surprise every time he gets in it. He can't even control his eyes he's so surprised...

Anderson helping Hudson push all the buttons.

Next week is a big week! I start work and Hudson starts daycare. I'm already dreading mornings and trying to figure out how I'm going to muster up the energy to mentally perform for a full day. But as long as we survive the crazy week, we'll get to see Chris next weekend. Three weeks in Tampa and I'm ready to not be a single parent anymore. I hope Chris is ready for some cold weather. And I hope he's ready to see a bigger, more energetic baby boy!