Three Months

Dear Hyrum,

You are three months old tomorrow! Time has escaped me. In this short three months you have pretty much mastered sleeping through the night and will sleep for eight hours at a time. You are very good at self-soothing and can often be found sucking your fist or blanket. I'm glad you like your crib, but I miss your tiny newborn body that could curl up on my chest and sleep.  The other day you cuddled into me and fell asleep all on your own. I sat on the couch and cuddled with you, because I could, and enjoyed every second. I will continue to enjoy these special times as much as I can now because I know that soon you will be older and not so willing to hug and snuggle me.

Your neck is getting a lot stronger now. You enjoy tummy time, it makes you laugh and giggle. Your favorite way to be is sitting up in the middle of the couch propped with pillows and blankets. You love to see what's going on and especially what your big sister is up to! She makes you smile and laugh like no body else can. You seem to have a great love for her already and I am so looking forward to watching you both grow and play together. She loves you sooo much and tells you so as she climbs up on the side of the change table to give you kisses. Her favorite names for you are "Buddy" or "High-am". I'm sure her "R's" will be all practiced up soon! She loves sharing things with you, especially food, and we always have to remind her that you are too little still. I'm sure you two will be great friends when you're old enough to eat the cookies and chips she offers you!

You love to laugh and giggle! I discovered a ticklish spot the other day as I tried to change your clothes. Every time I go to guide your little chubby arms through the arm holes you let out a little giggle. Your arms are probably the most ticklish I have ever seen! It makes me smile each time you need a new outfit, and I look forward to dressing you each morning.

I feel special because you can already say my name. Often times when you are crying, or wake up in your crib I hear "Mum-mum-mum" between your little cries. I'm glad you know who feeds you and changes the diapers around here! I'm sure your "Da-da-da's" won't be far behind and soon you will be going on great adventures together!

Keeping growing and changing my little boy! We sure love you!

xoxo

Mum