Remington's Nick-names...

*Reme -- derived from your name, shortened.

*Duckie
-- because in one of the first ultrasound pictures we had of you in utero, you resembeled a little duck with plumage atop the head. Your face was turned towards what looked like a duck's preening feathers at tail's end.

*Son-shine -- because Daddy sings a special song for you, all about you being his Son.

*Little Him -- this moniker came about because someone was talking to you about your Dad. They said: "we know you love Him (meaning Daddy)." After that, I started calling you "Little Him."

*Squeaker -- from Aunt Joyce because you squeaked at her every time she picked you up.

*Little Man -- from Daddy whenever he sings to you or says loving things to you.

*Cuddle Bug
-- because you snuggle with Mommie whenever she burps you or whenever you are sleeping in her arms.

*Mommie's Tigger -- because as you are learning to walk and crawl you either get on your hands and knees and rock back and forth in a bouncing motion OR stand up and bounce, bounce, bounce. Also, you enjoy being bounced on the bed, or in your Exer-saucer. Sometimes you will stand on the couch, holding on to the back of the couch, me or Daddy and bounce away!

*Speed Racer -- because as you are crawling you move lightening fast!!!!!

*Mister -- Daddy started calling you "Mister" after you turned one year of age because you are maturing so fast. It is a nick-name that came about quite by accident...Daddy was trying to spit out Little Man, but somehow the words Mister Man came out and then got shortened to 'Mister.'

*Lil' Tornado -- because you are a whirlwind! You are interested in EVERYTHING and get into EVERYTHING...and as my adventurer...I think it is wonderful!

*Haaaaamm Sanwich -- because you have an amazing sense of humor!!! This nick-name started when you were 18 months old. You have the funnest personality!









Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Getting Some Zzzzz's...





Dear Remington: All of the literature I've read has indicated that most babies start to love Tummy time around 3 months of age. Well, you are 3 and a half months old and still DO NOT enjoy tummy time. However, on occasion, you will stop crying while on your tummy and fall asleep. It is important as parents that we give you Tummy Time (or so we are told) -- it is a way for you to increase strength and flexibility in your neck, arms, and legs. Tummy time is a developmental precursor to crawling. Although it is something we need to do as your parents, Mommie and Daddy dislike it almost as much as you do (because it makes you cry).

What tummy time has made me consider as we grow together and as you mature, is a hope that you will forgive us for mistakes. I hope you will also forgive us for doing things that we feel are right for your care and well-being that you dislike.

Part of our job as your parents is to ensure that you have not only your basic needs and wants met, but that you are a good citizen -- with good values, and morals. We will do everything in our power to make sure you thrive in your life. We love you dearly!

Love Forever and x Infinity,

Mommie

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