Shhhhh . . .

. . . don't tell my mom. Sorry it's been so long, but I had to wait till she took a nap, so I could sneak online & write to all my friends & family. If my mom found out that I could type then she wouldn't get so excited when I simply grab a toy or push up on my belly (and I love the way she claps for me). Oh yeah, I don't think she knows I can drive either . . . so keep that quiet!She has been keeping me busy . . . from my first trip to Sea World with my Aunt Jen and cousin Braydn . . .

A video of me cheering for Shamu!

To fun trips up to Pine Valley to see the fam, and giving some extra love to my cousin Christopher, who just fractured his elbow ( I got to sign his cast!).

To hanging at Nonnie and Papa's house, learning new tricks.

To all sorts of other fun stuff - like meeting some of mom's "Pals" and having a slumber party with auntie Amie and auntie Leedles, while dad was out of town.

Oh yeah, I had my Dr's visit and she said I am lookin good! I now weigh 13 lbs! She did refer us to a developmental specialist to make sure I am on track . . . so we will keep you posted.

And one last shout out to auntie Tina Wells . . . thank you for painting me the best picture EVER for my room. I love it!!

Until next time . . . . Lots of love!

6 MONTHS OLD!

Can you believe it . . . I am 6 months old today!

I know, I know, I only look like a 3 month old, but I have the wisdom of a 6 month old and I have life experiences way beyond that! :) I mean, what other 6 month old babies do you know that have a blog? Okay, I guess there are a few, but they are have pretty amazing stories too.


Anyway, just reflecting on my journey so far . . . Here is a look at me on my first day . . .

And now, I am two feet long and we will find out how much I weigh on Monday at my Dr's apt. (BTW, I have to get more shots, so keep me (and my mom) in your prayers).

Well, I will write more when I have a chance, but for now I have to go celebrate my 1/2 Birthday! Love ya!

Trevor's Dedication

Sunday was a big day for me . . . my parents took me to church (www.diveintoflood.com) for the first time and they "dedicated" me. I wasn't sure what that meant at first; my cousin thought it meant I was being "donated", which I was glad to find out that wasn't the case. But, I did find out that it means that my parents, my family, friends and church community are "dedicated" to seeing me grow up to be a godly man. My parents committed to raising me in loving, peaceful home, where I could see what it means to grow up in God's grace. Thank you to all my family and friends who came to see me dedicated. I think what my daddy said was right, "Trevor wouldn't be here today if it weren't for the prayers of so many." Thank you all for being my army of prayer warriors.


Pastor Matt, mom & me, dad and Amie BeMent (AKA- "The Voice of Trevor" & our Children's Pastor)

My Uncle B took a video of the dedication (unfortunately, the file was too big, so I couldn't put it on the blog). But I wish you could have seen my entrance . . . I came up to the "Trevor Time" theme song. It felt like I had just won a gold medal and they were playing my anthem! (If you are not a Padres fan, this may not make sense - but trust me, it was awesome!).
Aunt Jen, Uncle B and Me at my party


After the ceremony, we had a little party at Nonnie and Papa's house. It was also a celebration for Nonnie and Papa, because it was their 40th Anniversary! Congrats!!

What's my name?

So, I thought I would list all the names people call me, so you could see just how confusing it is to know what my real name really is . . .

They call me Trev, Trevor J, TJ (T.C and Fran's name for me), Little Warrior, Love Bug, Honey, Sugar Tank, Tasmanian Trevor, Squirt, Angel, Pumpkin Pie, Scooter, Short Round, Punky (that one's from auntie Ned), Pill Pocket (don't ask), Blue eyes, Rosebud (that one was from before they knew I was a boy), and the ever favorite Trevor-Time.

If I forgot some, please feel free to fill them in on the comments section! :)

Guess what . . . I have now been home longer than I was in the hospital. 91 days today/vs 80 days in the NICU. And now I eat without choking and turning blue and I don't even have to sit straight up to take a bottle; I can now breastfeed without a problem; I am off all my medications; some of my scars are becoming barley noticeable; I can hold my head up and don't look like a such a bobble head; and yesterday I grabbed and held onto a toy for the very first time! Now if I could just start sleeping through the night . . . . :)

And here's a few more photos from the last couple weeks . . .

Me and Dad - right before bath time. burr!

Pumping iron with the girls at Dad's gym.

Just one of the fam with Jake, Jackie, Kayla and Brock! Missed you Vance!

Devastated after hearing the news that the Padres traded my favorite player - Tony Clark!

Here's one more nickname! lil' man Trevor

"Big" Events

Well, I've had some "Big" events in the last couple weeks . . . first off I went to visit my mom's work (Big Brothers Big Sisters) for the first time, and some of the staff there named me the Littlest "Little" of them all. :) My dad is a "Big Brother" and maybe I will be one too when I grow up. (I forgot to get pictures there, so you'll just have to believe me!)

Next, I slept in my Big boy crib all night for the first time . . . no more little bassinet for me! I am still pretty small in it, so my parents scoot me down to the bottom corner, so it feels more cozy to me.

Last, but definitely not least, auntie "Leedles" and auntie "Ned" (see next two pics), with the help of Jamie, Tiffany, Corrie, Nonnie, Aunt Deanne and Aunt Jen threw my mom and I a shower with my mom's favorite desserts and even a drink named after me (the Trevor-tini).

Linsey sang me a beautiful song (there was not a dry eye in the house) and everyone put a book of prayers together for me.

Linsey singing, "I am"

It felt pretty special to be surrounded by so much love. The ladies sure know how to make a guy feel great! Thanks everyone!!!!

Me enjoying a Trevor-tini!

Mom and my cousin Jenna at the party!

I got some cool gifts too! Including a cowboy hat (see below!) :)

I also had my first overnight not in my own home . . . I stayed at Nonnie & Papa's on Saturday night and had one my best nights of sleep ever! 6 Big hours in a row!

This is my last week with my mom before she goes back to work (24 hours/week). So, I've gotta go now and spend every moment I can with her. :)

This is the new cowboy hat that my Nana gave me! Yee haw!

Whatz new?

Okay it's official . . . I am a CHUNK!

I stepped on the scales Saturday night and I weighed over 12 lbs!!

Also, I found my thumb last week and it tastes gooood!

I am also learning how to sleep in my Big Boy crib . . . a fun challenge for mom and dad to try to put me to sleep at night . . . I just like to keep them on their toes!

I also threw up for the first time (okay maybe you don't want to hear about all the details), but the funny part was I made sure to get it nowhere else, but on mom!
(No worries though, I am feeling much better now) :)

And not to leave dad out, we were taking photo's with our friend Heather and I thought I should share the joy with dad, so I pooped all over his chest when he was holding me (TWICE!). Love you dad!

Happy Birthday America!

So, we had a good 4th of July and I hope you did too. My cousin Jenna got to hold me for the very first time. She will be babysitting me in no time! I also got to take my first dip in the pool . . .
And hang out with my Aunt Deano, Uncle Dave, and Cousins Tyler and Chris.


Can you tell I have been working on my six pack?This is me at a big "day after" fourth of July BBQ. As you can see I am the life of the party.
My parents left me for the first time on Saturday night . . . but I didn't mind, cause I was with my favorite nurse and neighbor, Nicole! My parents went out for their 11 year anniversary. I guess that's a long time, but what do I know, I'm not even one year yet.

Some more sweet friends have stopped by:

great aunties Melinda and Marty

and sweet friends Caleb and Nicole!

I love you all, THIS MUCH!