Don't tell me what I can't do!

It seems like Tate has been really keeping us on our toes lately. This kid just doesn't stop! On Monday I was doing the normal nap time routine getting both boys down before a client came over for a cut & color. I put Tate in his crib and walked into my room to get things together. I heard a strange sound and turned. There walking through my door, blankie in hand was Tate! I did a double take- It was freaky. I knew I had just out him in his crib and I had never seen him climb out before. I'd heard of other kids doing it, but had never experienced it myself. So, put him back in bed, but this time I watched him as he climbed almost effortlessly out of the crib. He was very proud of himself and his new trick. I couldn't stop laughing at this cute little chub! I watched him do it a few more times before I got the camera.
By the time I recorded this I think he was a little tired. It was not fun juggling my escapee and my hair client. I did continue to put him in bed each time he got out. I even brought in his pack and play hoping he wouldn't be able to climb out of that- nope- He's determined. A one point I gave up and just figured he'd ware himself out and I'd just put him down when she left, but then I didn't hear him anymore. I went to check and he had climbed into his pack and play and was finally ready for a rest!

Needless to say Tate has now made the switch to the toddler bed. I don't think he likes it yet. I know he likes that he can get out on his own, but I think he felt a little more secure in the crib. I'm sure in a week he'll be adjusted and hopefully go to sleep on the first try.
How can he be so big and yet so little at the same time?

I snuk in and took this once he finally fell asleep. Sweet baby boy.

I also wanted to say HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my sister-in-law Tracey(the Mad Queen)! They are living in Japan for a few years so even though in the states her B-day is tomorrow, in Japan it's toady! I can't call there so I thought I'd give her special attention on the blog,(and since I have created a monster with her own blog!) Some of my favorite Tracey moments include- Curling my hair for my 8th grade promotion. Starting my love of picture taking and scrapbooking. Teaching me how to be a "movie snob"-That's from Glenn too. Helping me with all the "becoming a Mom" stuff and of course, we'll always have Columbus! Happy B-day Tracey-We love you!