Dad is getting nervous....

...after the 6 month check-up.

Here are my new stats -
Length: 26 inches
Weight: 13 lb. 12 oz
Hair color: Blondish/Brown
Eyes: Blue

So, Dad is nervous because he thinks I'm going to be a tall, skinny, blond with blue eyes....ha ha ha It's fun watching him stress.

As you may remember I haven't been into "real food." I was convinced mom and dad were trying to poison me with the bland cereal, etc. However, mom says we had a major breakthrough last weekend. Before we used to fight about me not wanting to eat and now we only fight because they don't get the food in my mouth fast enough. I absolutely LOVE my cereal w/ apple flavoring, bananas (which dad hates), applesauce (which I used to gage on), pears, sweet potatoes and today I decided I like peas.....I also like mashed potatoes, but don't tell my doctor because I'm not supposed to have them yet but mom sneaked me a little bite.

One thing about me eating is I like to do it myself. I'm a little stubborn you could say. Mom and Dad say they have no idea where that comes from and then they laugh pointing at each other. You may notice from my photos I'm a little messy....sometimes I miss my mouth with the spoon and sometimes my messy hand finds my hair....this let's me take baths more often.

I'm a pro at sitting up and batting my eyes at all the boys at daycare. Now when I leave daycare Fletcher screams at the top of his lungs....a little separation anxiety I guess.

Other than that, not much new.

Madeline

A few fun ones..

Just a few photos and a quick video clip.

World Traveler...

It's been pretty busy around here.

I think it's important that we acknowledge I'm officially a world traveler.....I went to Ohio. I guess it's a popular travel destination......however, it was my understanding most people travel someplace warm, like FLORIDA or HAWAII when it's cold and snowy out.....but apparently, Ohio is equally as fun. I got to fly on my first plane and it was so fun and overstimulating, that I took a nap to pass the time.....so I really don't remember much of the flight.

We had a good trip. Mom had to work a little bit, but dad and I tagged along to see some relatives. I actually met my Great Grandpa......and you know what, he was pretty great. I think that's why they call him Great Grandpa. I also hung out with Grandma and Grandpa G, plus I got to meet some new aunts, uncles and cousins. It was a fast trip but it went well.

Let's focus on me now.....

Sitting - I have perfected the art of sitting up by myself for extended periods of time. It's rather fun and exciting....now I can see things from higher than 4 inches off the ground since I'm not stuck on my tummy anymore. Usually after 15 min I get a little tired and "face plant" on the floor. Mom and Dad say it's all part of the growing process, I think it kind of hurt when that happens. (I can almost stand by myself)

Food - I prefer my dairy diet, but mom and dad say I have to eat rice cereal. Let's get your vote on this topic....why would I want to eat rice cereal when mom and dad are eating steak? Rice cereal, really! Have you tried it?! Mom and Dad haven't even tried it because it is that unappealing. Don't you think they should give me something more exciting.....like OREOS (hint, hint)...if you don't mind, please drop a hint to my parents.

I'll be 6 months old this week. That's practically old enough to drive a car! Look out world, here I come! ............well, maybe I'll take up walking first.

That's all for now....

Love - Madeline