Major Milestone

I realize Brooks has probably met many milestones... such as smiling when he is awake and not just when he's falling asleep, but I feel like he really hit his first milestone this week. Brooks can now take his hand and put it in his mouth to suck on (Baby steps people). I find it quite entertaining because his little tongue gets going and you can tell exactly what he's doing based on the sound when you aren't looking.

I noticed a kid his age in his daycare class (the not fun daycare) doing it and I thought, "Wow, that's amazing. He's the same age and Brooks can barely get that one lick in if his hand just happens to make a pass near his face." Just a few days later and Brooks can do it too. AND, I noticed it's his left hand. We're praying for a switch hitter. :)

Here is some video of him doing it. He looks a little special so, don't judge.

Best Friends Forever

I know friends will come and go, but Eli (The Elephant) and Moses (The Monkey) are something special. I found the pair at Wal-Mart and Brooks instantly fell in love. I'm pretty sure this is how we will hear his first laugh as he gives the biggest grins when his friends visit.

We also have Gerry the Giraffe... yes, the same giraffe Brooks made out with in the stroller (previous post). Gerry sings to Brooks while he gets his diaper changed. It makes the cold wipe against his skin just a little less breath taking.

Signs Brooks is Hungry

There are several signs a baby will exhibit to let you know they are hungry... crying, tongue pushing, turning of the head, chomping on the pacifier like there is no tomorrow... or if you are my kid, you make out with whatever object is closest to your mouth.

This has happened twice, once in public. Vicki had just bought Brooks a giraffe that played music and we sat it next to him in the stroller. Justin looked down and noticed Brooks making out with his new toy. We had to stage it a bit to catch the video, but it was worth it.

The second time, Brooks and I were out running errands. By the time we got home... it was about 30 minutes past his typical feeding schedule. And, once again, he was making out with the car seat flap.

I still laugh when I see the videos.

The Fountain of Spew

The first time it happened I sat in shock and awe before rushing to grab a towel. Brooks not only "spit" (kind of a lame word when you're talking about an entire 4 ounce bottle) up, but it shot at least 2 feet across the couch. I've heard stories about projectile vomiting, but there is nothing like experiencing it for the first time.

Shortly after Brooks ate he started drooling milk out of his mouth. Then, slowly it continued and much like a volcano he exploded. Holy Mackrle I thought... now I have to change clothes, Brooks has to change clothes, we need a new couch and now he needs to eat... again.

We've had two other similar experiences and my reaction hasn't changed. I did manage to capture the 2nd erruption for a future scrap book page.