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Look Mommy! I have my Two Bottom Teeth!

Well, Ladies and Gents

Marley's teeth has actually broken through his gums and protruded past his gum line! It is really difficult to get an 8 month old to show his bottom teeth so....I just snapped a picture when he was crying. I know....so cruel, but he will appreciate it when he's older. I cannot believe how fast this little boy is growing.

It has been such a joy to see and continue to see his face light up every time he discovers something new. I am learning so much from him, especially how to savor the moments and celebrate the present. We celebrate everything. We clap when he plays , sings, crawls, and every time we hear music.

Today we had our routine visit to Marley's doctor Dr.Bass. She said is is healthy and doing fine. He is 23.4lbs and 28 inches. He is in the 90 percentile for his weight and in the 75 percentile for his height. He is cruising any minute he can get the chance. It's becoming a sport that is keeping me very busy. If I turn my head for a minute he is on the other side of the room holding onto something standing up!! "They" weren't joking when they said it goes by fast.

We recently visited a petting Zoo and Marley loved it! He saw ducks, sheep, goats, pigs, ponies and a doe for the first time. It was so cool for me and Ahmed to watch him take it all in. Reliving childhood is really refreshing! It's like sitting under a tree on a beautiful day, drinking lemonade and watching humming birds play.

Marley piano's

Marley's confidence has grown exponentially this week. Now that he is becoming physically stronger his confidence level has skyrocketed. Maybe every little boy thinks they can fly? This week he stood up and played his little piano. I applauded and he looked at me and gave me the biggest smile! He was so proud.....I said "Yay, I am so proud of you baby!" Marley blurted out "blauhhhdthhthsh!"

Happy 8 months Marley!

I really cannot believe that my baby boy is 8months already! He entered this world with great energy and vivaciousness and he just continues to become this incredible loving force of nature. He never ceases to amaze me. This week, was filled with very important miles stones. Marley mimicked a lady waving goodbye! I could not believe he was opening and closing his big baby hands! The lady was trying to talk to him and I kindly reminded her that he is only 8 months old. But it would not surprise me if he just busted out a sentence. He is already trying to talk. He makes these popping sounds with his mouth. He looks like an little old man smacking his gums, but of course he's a lot cuter. Another 8 month mark for Marley is his keen sense of humor. When I play with him I would exaggerate my reactions to his actions. For example : If he has the Hiccups ....I would pretend to have the hiccups and he would laugh. So the other day he stared at me, sneezed in my face and he literally busted out laughing. I didn't even have time to imitate him, because I was so busy saying "Eewwwww Marley" It was so funny, I almost started crying!

But the real reason I wanted to record this blog was to announce that he is pulling himself up to stand. The reason why this is so important to me, is ....this to me is one of the first steps to his indepence. I am trying not to fast foward him to walking, and him not needing me to carry him anymore! I just cannot beleive how fast he is growing. When he stands.....the look on his face is priceless. It's almost as if he is saying "Look Mom, I'm flying!" He grooves he jams for a long time, like Little Richard! He is in love with music and dancing. I wonder where he got that from? lol I am just in awe of this little boy and I cannot take any credit. He is just himself and life is just so beautiful through his eyes. Thanks Marley