He likes to move it, move it

About 3 weeks ago, Thatbaby decided he'd had enough with the sedentary lifestyle.  He started crawling. 

And crawling wasn't enough.  So excited to be mobile, he started with the other hallmarks of near-toddlerhood.  He started exploring.  Exploring our dvds, exploring the bookshelves, exploring under the crib.  So far he hasn't caused any trouble, but we know those days are numbered.  So we spent this past weekend baby-proofing.

Thatbaby was very helpful in the "keeping track of packaging materials" department

Gone are the days of open garbage cans and open bookshelves.  Now all our books and dvds are in fabric shelves.  Our garbage has a lid and stepper. The furniture is securely attached to the wall.  And all the cabinets are locked.  I only managed to break one the first night we installed them.  Obviously the kitchen is now Thatgirl-proofed too.

Don't worry, I can still work my way around.  I just have to remember not to yank open the doors.  Which means I can share in today's festivities with a truly All American dish.  Meatloaf.  It's one of Thatboy's favorites, and it seems like Thatbaby is following suit.  And while it may not be my favorite meal, sometimes I bend to the will of the majority. 

Happy Independence Day Y'all!

 Oatmeal Meatloaf

2 eggs beaten

1 can tomato paste

3/4 tsp seasoned salt

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

3/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 green bell pepper, diced

1/2 onion, diced

 1lb ground beef

1 cup of oatmeal

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine eggs, tomato paste, seasoned salt, garlic powder, and black pepper in a medium bowl.
2. Stir in peppers and onions.
3. Add beef and oatmeal and mix well.  Place in a pan and bake for 1 hour.