10 Things: Troy

This week has been another chock-full of stress. I'm absolutely exhausted from it and hope something resolves itself soon, whether it be an early baby, a new job for Jason, or the invention of a self-cleaning home.

I have continually been reminded this week what a good little boy my son is. I can't help but publicize how grateful I am for him.

1. He still has the sweetest little baby voice. I love to hear him talk.
2. He has a special blanket that was given to him by my parents when he was born. He doesn't ever go to sleep without it. Last week he came to Jason and me and told us he wanted to get the new baby a special blanket like his, he even knew what color he wanted. So I took him out and he picked one that he liked for her. I hope it becomes as special to her as his blanket is to him.
3. Another one in reference to the new baby: He is so excited to meet her. We've talked to him a lot about having a baby and he talks about it all the time. Last week he helped me get all her clothes and blankets washed and put away, and then he helped us set up the playpen in our room for when she comes. After we'd set it up, he got a pillow off his bed for her and started to fill up her bed with his toys so she could play.
4. He loves to be outside. 
5. He refuses to wear pants when we're at home. This isn't something I'm particularly grateful for, but it's so funny that as soon as we walk in the door, his clothes come off. I don't even fight it anymore...as long as he's got underwear on it's not worth the battle.
6. We've talked recently about going to Disneyland so now he invites everyone we talk to to come with us. The cashier at Smith's, the nurse at the doctor's office...
7. He plays so well with other kids. I love to watch him have fun and interact with others.
8. Jason calls me "bebeh." So Troy calls me "bebeh" too. "Watcha doin' bebeh?" It makes me smile every time.
9. His obsession with trains, or anything bigger than a car for that matter.
10. He loves to help me vacuum, dust, wash windows, mop, etc... He's a great helper.

I love him. I'm already feeling guilt for the approaching time that will mean less one-on-one time with him. I hope I will be successful at still showing him that I love him just as much.