What Colton Has Been Up To Lately

After such a big milestone as turning 6 months old, little Coltie has been adding even more skills to his repertoire. He can now sit up unassisted for several minutes! I have to put him in the sitting position in the first place, however. He is babbling more and more- to his toys, hands, and binky. Colton constantly takes the binky out of his mouth to examine it and then attempts to put it back in (he usually ends up placing it backwards or upside down).

He has now tried all of the Stage 1 fruits and vegetables, so we moved him onto Stage 2 which includes... meat! Who knew you could puree roast beef in its own gravy and call it a meal? It looks and smells oh so appetizing, too. Colton isn't really thrilled with it yet either. :)

Our little boy is still sleeping great- three naps a day, plus 11-12 hours at night. It's a parent's dream! Coltie has so much hair now, also. Gregg keeps saying we'll need to take him for a haircut soon. It's kind of a dirty blonde, and depending on the light he can look more blonde or brunette. Still has those amazing blue eyes.

Here are some of my recent favorite pictures:


Colton thought it would be fun to turn the oatmeal bowl over and proceed to dump it all over himself and the high chair. What a mess!


He could just watch Tess all day long. She likes to bring her toys into his play space.


Staring off into his glorious future.

Happy 6 Month Birthday Colton!

Our little valentine is 6 months old!!
























Dear Coltie,

My how time flies. You're half a year old already! It seems like only yesterday we were welcoming you into the world. I remember seeing you for the first time and thinking how perfect (and tiny!) you were. I couldn't believe something so beautiful and amazing was actually mine. I just marveled at how wonderfully and fearfully you had been made.

Those first few weeks were strange and difficult as I tried to navigate my new role as your mommy. But we made it through them together just fine. Now it feels like you've been in our lives forever. It's hard to remember what life was like without you. You bring me such joy every day as I watch you grow and develop. You are constantly taking in the world around you, eager to learn new things. I enjoy introducing you to new toys, books, music, food. I love holding you at night before you fall asleep. I love seeing you smile and laugh when I sing, make funny faces, or tickle you. Your laugh is the best sound in the world.

At six months, you are exploring everything. Grabbing everything in sight, including the dinner plates and utensils! You love to watch Tess and are fascinated by every move she makes. You can almost sit up all by yourself. You have a hearty appetite and have mastered the art of eating with a spoon. You like to hold your bottle while I'm feeding you, too! You have started to realize that you have hands and they can help you do all sorts of neat things.

Colton, you are loved so much. By me and your daddy, your grandparents, Jesus. I thank God for you every day and pray that you will have a personal relationship with the One who created you. I pray that you will keep your child-like wonder and won't let fear stop you from pursuing your dreams in life.

I look forward to watching you grow up more over these next six months. You are very, very special, and I am so blessed to have you.

Love,
Mommy

Why I Love Being a SAHM

Attempting to eat the steering wheel... the horn always beeps when he does this!


Hanging out with Curious George while Mommy folds laundry


Coltie loves his new pal