15 Months

Rhonen is now 15 months old! He seems like such a little boy...no more baby Rhonen. He's very active...we're always on the go. He loves being outside and going to the gym. We go to the gym about 4 to 5 times a week, which is great for Dustin and I. He goes to the childcare for about an hour while we work out. Each day I ask him if he "wants to go see the kids?" To which he replies "yeah" with a smile. I think it's good socialization for him, plus he gets to see lots of babies. I can't wait to see him and his little brother together! We will have to be very watchful but I know Rhonen will love our new little baby so much.

He is also very interested in helping us clean. Whenever we are sweeping, watering the plants or cleaning he tries to mimic what we're doing. If only he were more effective :) His verbal skills are coming along, although most of the time I'm not too sure what he's trying to say. But he is trying very hard to communicate with us. He is now officially a "climber" which is very scary! Slowly he's getting the concept that he shouldn't be on top of the kitchen table or couch, but it's just so tempting for him. I'm also happy to report that he's given up the bottle except for the occasional babysitter bottle.

Next month will bring a lot of change for our little boy. I can only hope that it will be minimally disruptive to Rhonen. I know over time Rhonen will adjust to having a brother and I think our two boys will be very close.