Ben's Top Ten

May 19, 2010

1. He said, "Mama!" today while reaching for me. Twice!

2. He can run faster than a speeding bullet, able to climb tall buildings in just a few bounds, and packs a pretty powerful punch.

3. He runs and hides when he's about to have a BM.

4. After that BM he LAUGHS. And LAUGHS. Meanwhile, we're all about to pass out.

5. He'd rather push Olivia in the stroller than ride in it himself.

6. The boy can EAT. Watermelon and meats are his favorites. Ice Cream and chocolate are good, too. And that's Olivia's fault, not mine. Just like Olivia liking coffee is Aunt Cindi's fault, not mine.

7. But nothing green so far passes the hallowed halls of his intestinal walls. He teased me this morning into thinking he might eat a bit of cucumber. Nah. Changed his mind.

8. He fights sleep. And fights it. And fights it.

9. He finds everything funny. If there is nothing funny around, he laughs anyway.

10. Did I mention he's called me Mama today? Twice? He also called Dale Baba (Chinese for Dad). Just once. :o)

Comments From Friends and Family:

*Mama twice? That took me three weeks to get!!!! As for the BM, he will get over thinking that BM's are funny...probably never. My boys still laugh at poop stuff. Aren't boys glorious? Aren't they wonderfully made? Love you all and am savoring every moment of your journey.
Posted by: Teresa on May 19, 2010 at 03:38 A.M.

*Remember what I prayed for?????? Well, obviously God heard my prayers for Olivia and Benjamin. Jim wanted me to remind you that he told you Ben would be a climber :) Of course he said Mama, he's smart enough to know who his mama is!
What size is he wearing in clothes and shoes just in case I find something he can't live without? Hugs and kisses, Cindi
Posted by: Aunt Cindi on May 19, 2010 at 04:04 A.M.

*Croy Family!
Congratulations! Glad to hear that Benjamin is fitting in with your family wonderfully. Austin wants to know when he can run and play with Benjamin. I explained that you weren't even back in the U.S. yet. He said,"well what are they taking so long for"? Keep enjoying all your moments and memories you are building.

Safe Travels,
Dawn Pirke
Posted by: Dawn Pirke on May 19, 2010 at 06:16 A.M.

*sounds to me like benjamin and dillon need to get together - or maybe not :) i called dillon my ADHD baby b/c he never stopped until he crashed to sleep. i was rolling at your list. oh could i relate! so glad to hear benjamin is bonding so quickly. great news! hugs to you all.
Posted by: Shelle M. on May 19, 2010 at 01:40 P.M.

*How exciting and precious are the words "Mommy" and "daddy". We are certainly enjoying this journey with you. Thanks for letting us come along with you. Can't wait to meet Benjamin!
Posted by: Wilma on May 19, 2010 at 05:30 P.M.

*Congratulations! We are so happy for your family. We miss you Abigail.
Love,
Your classmates
Posted by: Chris Lynch on May 19, 2010 at 06:08 P.M.

*He called you momma? Twice? How awesome is that? Preston had a little pop up fire engine that he would hide in for his BM as well. (He would die if he knew I was typing this!) At least you get a little warning that way. What do you need when you get back? Let us know and we'll get it sent over! Hugs to all!
Posted by: Jennifer on May 19, 2010 at 06:14 P.M.