Well, I tried something new yesterday. In an effort to connect more to the people and culture here, AND to give Colton a chance for a little socialization, I joined a 9 week baby & mamma music "class." Yesterday was the informational session. I was there with 3 other moms - one Mexican, one Croatian, and one Cambodian - and their children who are all around 18 months. The class is led by an Italian woman and conducted entirely in Italian.
It was interesting. The Italian "teacher" leads us all in traditional Tuscan children's songs, shows us the hand motions, and tries to help the children play simple instruments. In the end, though, it was a time for 4 crazy babies to run around, hit each other with things, and play. I am hoping that as the weeks go on Colton somehow magically "gets it" but, either way, we'll have a good time getting out of the house together.
Though we had fun, Colton did throw 3 or 4 fits during the class. Yes, I have the child who throws tantrums. Tell him 'No!' and you're in for it! He is prone to hit people when he's upset (a problem I've been trying to work on at home with little success) and he batted at a little boy who took an instrument from him at one point. In my humiliation I figured that this is how he'll learn what is acceptable social behavior and what isn't... I hope.
So, we'll see how that goes. Thankfully things are getting back to "normal" around here. Colton is mostly better after a week with a bad cold and low-grade fever. He's still growing like a weed, still enjoying more cuddle time than ever before, and making Mommy feel good by asking often to be held/played with/read to, etc. No matter the trials, we are ever more in love with our strong-willed, fun, crazy, sweet, little boy!
Now, here are some pictures to leave you with. They were taken last week after one of Colton's nighttime baths. So fun!
Mommy and Colton - taking a cuddle break.
2 comments:
He looks like some kind of sultan in that cute robe. He is definitely looking more like a little boy than a baby....ooohhh noooo! Don't let him grow so fast!
I hope he likes the music class AND the children in it! He will get those social skills soon!
What a great idea to join the music class!! Hope you can build some relationships with other moms! Do any of them speak English or only Italian? Being from all different countries...could be confusing! ;-)
PS. Love Coltons towel!
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