7 months

why can't time slow down?

So awhile ago I thought Graham was teething because he kept getting cranky, apparently that wasn't because of teething, he was just mad at me.  I know it takes a while for teeth to come in, I've been told it takes about a month, but that was over 2 months ago, so I was wrong before.  I have no idea if he'll be getting his teeth soon, I can't tell at all.  He loves to chew on everything, especially his socks.  He shoves as much as he can in and just chews on it and looks at me like I should be so proud of him.  In my opinion he really is getting cuter each day.  I didn't think it was possible, but it is.  I find that to be true about a lot of things I am learning as a mom.

One thing we have been trying to do a lot of is eating.  Graham hasn't grown a lot since last month so we're trying to get him to eat more.  He is doing pretty good so far and it makes me happy. I took these pictures one day when I wasn't patient enough to wait for him to open his mouth for each bite.  He used to take 2 bites of food and he was done, he would refuse to open his mouth and I would do my best to not get frustrated.  I usually did pretty good but this day I didn't know what to do.  He had to eat, he had to gain weight, so I just dumped his sweet potatoes on the tray and let him do the work. I'm not sure how much he actually got in his mouth, but ever since then he has been eating better.  Not that I think this helped much, but he enjoyed it so it was worth it.

Yes, he sits in the high chair with his feet up every time. I do not know why. He also smears the food on his face every time.  Sometimes between each bite, sometimes when he is done.  He does this when I spoon feed him too.  So far he has liked all the veggies, although he prefers to not each green beans by themselves. He loves apples. I know I need to feed him more fruits, but I really want him to like the vegetables and get used to eating those everyday.  I'm still learning, I don't really know what I am doing most of the time but thankfully Graham loves me anyways.  Here's to eating lots and hopefully gaining weight this next month (I know I have no problem gaining weight this time year)

My Everyday

...at least for the next week anyways.

Baby #1: Grahamster the Hamster

Baby #2: Lisa Lisa 

They are always excited to see each other in the mornings.  Each freshly awake from morning naps they like to sit and play. 

 Lisa likes to show me that Graham has eyes.  They are really pretty eyes.

 Graham then points out that Lisa has hair.  

 Then they decide they are done poking each other and they play nicely.

 Then Lisa decides Graham is fun to push. 

 Then they lay down tired after all the playing and just stare at each other. 

Even though watching two babies is challenging at times it is fun to watch them interact.  I hope that they each have learned a little by being together each day.  I am so glad that they each nap for at least 2 of the same hours each day.  

15 Things I don't want to forget

Graham at 6 months:

1- he smiles at everyone

2- he sucks in his lower lip when he concentrates

3- he stares at everyone

4- he makes a lot of noise when he eats "solid" food

5- when he is laying on his tummy and a toy is out of reach he stretches his arms behind him (he has no desire to start crawling)

6- he is usually content to just sit and suck his thumb

7- he loves to look at the leaves on the trees

8- he is proud of himself when he sits on the couch

9- he loves when daddy comes home

10- he really wants to eat grown up food (mostly chicken tenders), he watches closely every bite we take

11- he loves to dance

12- he has the cutest laugh

13- he loves when we sing to him, especially if it is in a high voice

14- he loves to read/look at/lick/chew on books

15- when he is sitting he likes to cross his ankles

my dilemma

When I take photos and edit them on my computer I usually edit them both in color and in black white.  My dilemma is I never know which I like better.  Graham just looks so good in both.  What a tough life he lives.

he is so proud of himself when he sits on the couch with mom and dad.

5%

Why do people try to make you feel bad that you have a small child?  Just because he is small doesn't mean he is unhealthy or behind the others. Graham sits up without assistance, he grabs toys, he plays with his toes, he rolls over, he makes cute talking sounds, he is strong and observes everything around him. He is perfect to me.

6 month stats:
weight: 13lbs 6 oz
height: 25in

Today he cuddled with me for 20 minutes before his morning nap and I loved it! He is getting so active that he doesn't like to be held tight and confined, but when he laid his head on my shoulder and kept it there for 20 minutes I soaked it all in and loved every minute of it.  He is a sweet boy.

6 month pictures

I'll update more later but for now here are some pictures from our photo shoot today.  I love this kid.  He makes me laugh.

teething

Oh how I love baby tylenol.  His teeth have not poked through yet, but I am pretty sure they are on their way.  If they aren't coming soon then it means that Graham just likes to cry and scream.  Oh fun. 

Even though he has been struggling and not always happy he is still the sweetest little boy.  He still loves to see himself in the mirror and he still loves to laugh.  Overall we are doing great.