Loving Quinn

Quinn can climb under our bed. He also likes to climb over and through the back of the head board and play in the space behind our bed. He will often climb under his own bed and lay on the fold out rocking chair and tell us he's going night night that way. He insists that we lay on the bed while he is underneath. When it comes to running or participation, Quinn is quick to give directions. He is also wonderful lately about introducing Luke and I to anyone he meets. "I'm Quinny. That's my Mommy. That's my Daddy," he'll say and introduce us. If more family is with us, he'll include them in the introduction too. He is becoming really engaging and social in a way that is new and fresh. His tendency to hang back and observe is recessing slightly and he's more likely to make a move sooner. He's still thoughtful and deliberative in his play, especially his alone time, which has become much more self-directed and fun to watch. He plays with his toys nowadays manipulating them, creating scenarios, etc. 'Course, there's often a lion or shark involved, but I think it's cool he has consistent players in his mind. With his puppy, he is caring enough to feed the dog and make sure it has a brushed coat. Though he sometimes wants his toys to fight, we do our best to talk about being kind and being friends. The first time he sees a national geographic film he might realize what I'm saying is a crock, but for now, it's a principle I like to model. He still loves swinging at the park and he's really adept at climbing. He can even walk himself up the plastic spiral slide at the park down the street. He is all about the moon. He knows about the moon at night and is so eager to point it out to us once he has found it in the sky. Very cool.

We're going to pick him up from Le Sueur today where he had a sleepover last night. LUke and I finished Season 2 of Dexter. Quinn has now had 4 overnights since May. I've never had a good night's sleep while he's away, at least in terms of hours. It takes me a really long time to fall asleep without him. I get anxious and worrisome. I appreciate and treasure the freedom to do things with Luke or for myself while Quinn is away, but in the end, Quinn is someone who I like to start and end my days with, just like his father.

His recent chatter is delightful to the ears. He has so much to say and often times, he becomes flummoxed because too much wants to come out of his mouth-- his mind is so alive with thoughts and wisdom. I love it.