August Amari: January 2014

Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Radical Face, Always Gold: Brotherhood

So I came across this song, and when I read the lyrics I immediately thought of my two boys and all of the "brothers" in my life. I was nearly brought to tears. I had to post it on my FB page and here in Beckahms blog, Amari's blog, and our family blog.

Every night I pray that Beckahm and Amari will be their brothers keeper—helping each other through this life. There is nothing more important to me than the two of them being the closest and best of brothers. I was nearly brought to tears when I heard this song (a new fav). And so I dedicate it to them and all of those who know what it means to honor and value brotherhood.

Sunday, January 19, 2014

Kids Playing with Mommy

Kids playing with Mommy

11 Month Tidbits

This little guy is 11 months old today!!

Amari's two bottom teeth poked through
He is learning to walk; he can now stand up without holding onto something, and he takes 4 steps on his own
He now roams around the kids club at the gym with the big kids. He loves being out in the big play area and interacting with all the kids
His smile lights up everyones day! All of the ladies at kids club absolutely adore him
He is so busy; always on the go
He loves the toilet; he often splashes in the water if I forget to shut the lid
He LOVES taking baths; he gets so excited when he hears the water running
He is getting more interested in reading books; he loves books and videos that showcase real babies
He knows how to say all done in sign language; he knows how to wave when you say hello and goodbye; he knows how to blow kisses; and he knows how to give high 5
The other day I found him in his crib after his nap, sitting up in the corner of his bed, fully awake, just sitting quietly looking off into the distance, patiently waiting for me to come get him (this moment completely melted my heart)
Beckahm is getting so much more interested in playing with Amari and Amari couldn't be more pleased. If Amari is with a babysitter or isn't up from his nap when Beckahm is around Beckahm notices and says he misses his brother. Beckahm always loves waking up Amari from a nap and Amari loves seeing his brother.
He loves trying to keep up with brother, especially when Beckahm rides his bike around the house (he tries holding on to the back of the bike)
Amari loves playing with cars and playing with things that make noise. He LOVES music and he will dance or clap when he hears music
He has a booming voice; when he does cry or when he wants to put himself to sleep he talks really loud.
He LOVES food; he is so good at feeding himself and he can eat more food than any other baby I know.
He loves wrestling; every night before bed I wrestle with the boys and he loves being tickled and wrestling with me and brother
He giggles when you surprise him
He loves opening and closing doors

Cutest smile ever; lights up my world!

Sweetest moment captured: Becks sharing his ice cream with brother!

Amari trying to keep up with big brother

Celebrating MLK Day. So grateful for all of those who continuously fight for humanity's freedom

First time he's really sat and watched TV. He loved watching Baby Einstiens sign language

Walking

Amari learning to walk @ 11 Months!! He is so adamant about getting it down, he loves practicing every day and would almost rather run than walk. A few more weeks and he will have it down. He does so well at not giving up or complaining if it gets too hard for him or if he keeps falling down. He is one persistent boy!

Wednesday, January 8, 2014

Your Nursery

Your Grandma Eastman was able to come to KY to help make all of your nursery items, like she did before Beckahm was born. I am so glad my mothers talent and touch is felt in my little boys rooms! We wanted your nursery to be colorful, modern, and fun. We LOVED the fabrics we were able to find and how everything turned out.

Carseat cover

We found this stuffed animal for you in Mexico when we were there on a company vacation

Your daddy painted birds for Becks room and he wanted to do monsters for your room. Here are some of the pictures hanging in your nursery.

Your nursery put together in Alabama