From Baby to Toddler

Even with a new baby on the way it is still hard for me to accept the fact that Brent is growing up. He has been such a wonderful baby. He really has spoiled us. But he really isn't a baby anymore. Brent will be turning 2 in a few months and before we know it, going off to college.

We have about 5 months left to prepare for Baby #2 so we decided to try Brent out in a big boy bed. We bought a twin size bed a couple weeks ago and are working on setting up Brent's new room. However, Brandon and I decided that it might be best to switch Brent over more gradually. The crib that he currently uses transforms into a toddler bed real easily so Brandon made the switch yesterday. I was worried at how Brent might do. I mean, I haven't been up with him in the middle of the night for well over a year now-like I said, we've been spoiled.

Long story short, he did great! Infact, he did better than when he sleeps in his crib. Normally when he wakes up in the morning (around 7) he yells for us to come get him. Well, Brandon and I layed in bed this morning until almost 8 before we ever even heard him. All we heard was a cute attempt to open his door (still hasn't mastered this yet, thank goodness!). About 5 minutes later we hear, "mama....dada?" And now Brandon can go get Brent in the morning! He hasn't been able to do this in a couple months because of his shoulder. So, thankyou Brent for making life easier than I deserve. I love you!