Fun times

Okay, so I really need to go to bed. But...Kaleb is sleeping, and I haven't posted in sooo long!
The holidays have been wonderful.
We spent them with Kaleb's granny, with Nana, with Opa and Oma, and with Kaleb's aunt and uncle Shelly and Whitley and his cousins Isaac, Abigail, Andrew and David. It has been SO fun!
We got him his first ornament, and everyone in our family spoiled us along with him! He got an activity gym, and lots and lots of toys! :) We are feeling a bit overwhelmed with the generosity the season has brought. What a blessing it is to have such wonderful family! My mom, of course, with this being her first Christmas with a new grandbaby, went crazy in Barnes and Noble. I never imagined they would have SO many cute things for kiddos there, but they do!
Justin and I are thoroughly entertained by Kaleb's new toys, as well! I think I enjoy them as much as Kaleb is! (Maybe even more so at the moment!)
He is learning SO much.
He is always constantly looking around, observing everything, and his smile just lights up any room. I am pretty sure I got his first real laugh out of him the other day...it of course, brought tears to mommy's eyes! (I think he's going to get confused because every time he does something new like that, mommy cries...!)
There is just nothing like being a parent. There are no words to describe the joy.
Even when Kaleb is crying and I can't figure out what's wrong, life is wonderful. I love his cuddles, his coos and even his cry.
I told my mom the other day that I cannot wait to see his little personality come out and shine. She told me to just enjoy these times too.
Sometimes it's hard when he's colicky (still) and when he's upset, but really, the good times are really what we'll remember anyway. I just have to remind myself of that when he's been screaming! :)
I have started feeding him more often, and more formula along with breastmilk too. (doctors orders) I do believe he has started filling out a little more recently, and that makes me so happy. He even feels heavier to me!
He still gets pretty gassy but that's okay. I think that will pass with time. And me learning what he can have and what he can't have. Spit-up, and lots of it, has also become a normal part of life that I know he'll outgrow too.
I was thinking the other day that at this time next year, he'll be toddling around, probably trying to get his hands on anything and everything he can, including ornaments and you name it! What FUN that will be to follow him around! In some ways I can't wait!
Well, guess we better go....actually try and get some sleep before he wakes again!