11 months!!

The boys are now 11 months old and it doesn't seem possible that in one month they will already be a YEAR old. This month the boys went to the beach for the first time and went in the Atlantic Ocean. Ryan loved sitting in the sand and playing and Justin crawled all over the place, although both were content when contained in the octagon gate. They also took a trip to Sesame Place, but couldn't go on any of the rides. They met Elmo but when he went up to Ryan, he wasn't so sure about Elmo.

Milestone Updates: Justin-- is cruising ALL over the place and has taken his first STEPS!! He will let go and take about 4 steps towards his desired destination. He also got up to standing all my himself a couple of times but this is not something he does consistently.

Ryan--is also cruising all over the place, but he primarily crawls. However he is finally crawling fast on hands and knees and can keep up with Justin if he wants to. Ryan has a total of 8 teeth while Justin still only has 2.

Nursing/Feeding: The boys are still nursing every 4-5 hours during the day. Justin continued to wake up most nights this month!! Thankfully most nights Ryan has slept through it, but towards the end of the month once Justin started sleeping better Ryan decided it seemed like a good idea to wake up and eat. This month the boys have started eating some pureed chicken, they have had edamame bean (soy beans) and Justin has had Pop-pop's French Toast!! Due to Ryan's allergies we have had to look for some new recipes and I found and Guy has made some really good vegan pancakes that everyone can eat for breakfast.

Sleeping/Napping: Like I said Justin is up most nights between 1:30 and 2am... : ( Naps continue to be twice daily, usually one long nap and one 45-60 minute nap. Ryan continues to be a better napper. They seem to be getting more consistent with getting up between 5:30 and 6:00am, which is fine b/c they eat and go back to sleep on most days, although not so much when we were at the shore. On those days Justin spent a lot of time with Guy in the stroller walking the beach and the streets of Sea Isle City, NJ.

Likes/Dislikes: Both boys still really like dancing when we put the kiddos music on the TV, which we try and do every night after dinner!! The boys also both like Abigail's Elmo "doll" but Ryan tends to be a little scared of it, but very curious at the same time. The boys also like clapping to the music and waving "HI" The boys also both like to and are very good at climbing, I DON'T like that they enjoy climbing!! Ryan also really enjoys looking at Touch and Feel books.

Neither of the boys like when I leave the room or even Nana for that matter!! Sounds: Justin--- continues to make all sorts of sounds. He also says mama with meaning although won't do so if asked to do so. Ryan--also makes lots of sounds and when "talking" the boys are starting to sound more and more alike. He also really uses mama and dada appropriately!!

We have started planning their first birthday party and the theme is based off of a song "rocket ship run" that both boys really enjoy listening to. Guy designed the cards and they are going out in the mail. I can't believe that you will be one so soon, where has this year gone. In many ways things are easier, but with you waking at night and eating and being on the move I sometimes feel that this month has been as difficult as the first few. I look forward to the new things you'll do this coming month all before you turn one and wonder what lies ahead!!