Mommy, WOW

I'm a big kid now. 

I can't believe how fast this boy is growing up.  We've reached quite the milestone...solid food.

And let me tell you, Hudson L.O.V.E.'s it.   

He got tired of being 'spoon-fed' like such a baby and by the end decided to take matters into his own hands.  Literally.

 See, Mom.  I can do this.  It's easy.  Hmm, where's my mouth again?

There it is.

Not sure quite what to think.  But I know I can do this on my own.  

Oh sweet boy.  I know this may be the first, but not the last time you fight me on something you'd rather do by yourself.  You have such a sweet disposition, but also a strong will.  And even at this age, sometimes I feel like you think you are a lot older than you really are :)

I love this about you.  It's who you are.  Through and through.  And it's what keeps you fighting and refusing to fall behind.  Cuz if you were to talk to any of your doctors, they'd say you wouldn't be able to digest solid food well on your own.  That you'd be a slow eater.  Would have trouble sucking, chewing, and swallowing.  Would even have to fight a little harder to sit up unsupported since some of the muscles in your back were "compromised" from your surgery.

But here you are.  Eating well, digesting well, and yes...even sitting well.

 

At 5 and a half months you sit straight up with no support from your hands.  You make it look so easy, Hudson.  But I know how hard you are fighting.  You always have and I know you always will.  Because God knew exactly who you needed to be.  And at times when it gets tough, I know he will sustain you.  

I am so very, very WOW'ed by the big kid you are becoming, Huddy.