Half a Year!!!

Last week, Caden turned 6 MONTHS OLD! I can't believe it. Time has gone so quickly - probably because we are having so much fun. I've told people that it's hard to imagine what we did with all of our time before Caden. Being at work all day, we try to cram as much Caden time in the evenings as possible. It's getting harder and harder to go to work every morning. When I drop him off at my mom and dad's house I just want to stay and play! We are SO fortunate that Caden gets to stay with grandparents every day (except Cameron keeps him on Fridays... lucky.) I get to leave knowing that he is WELL cared for and loves being there. No matter the day care situation, that is what every mommy hopes for! Couldn't ask for more. 


This month we have been much more independent. We have learned to roll over much easier from back to belly and belly to back.

 Look at me go!

 Hi Mommy!

 We are sitting up solo now, and LOVE to play with our toy basket... literally... He usually he figures out a way to turn the basket upside down to check out the bottom too. His favorite toys right now are the Snoopy that plays the Charlie Brown song, anything that rattles, his jumparoo at Grandma's house, his Sophie, his baby "ipod", computer keyboards, and others I'm sure I'm forgetting. Oh yes, his feet too. His favorite books at home this month are "Bialosky's Christmas" and "Where's Baby's Christmas Present?" At Grandam's house, he loves the big green tractor book.

 I'm a charmer when I see the camera now. Not camera shy anymore!

 I don't even mind wearing my shades Aunt Sara got for me :)

 He's getting much better at staying in the high chair when we eat out. A couple of months ago, he would have stayed for all of 5 minutes before getting upset and wanting to be held. Now he stays entertained with his toys and trying to reach for anything and everything on the table.

 Last month, we went to Houston to have Thanksgiving with Uncle Garrett and Aunt Meghan. He was a great traveler (us with Phil and Christie along with four dogs!)

 Molly was his travel snuggler while he was stuck in his seat. He LOVES Molly and Dougie. He's learning how to "pet" the puppy... usually means grab on to ears or skin as tight as possible! The dogs are so good with him and patient as Caden is learning to love on them.

 We are a pretty good eater. We have tried rice cereal, peas, green beans, carrots, squash, sweet potatoes, prunes, pears, and peaches. Peaches, cereal, squash, and sweet potatoes are for sure his favorites. I think someone inherited his parents' sweet teeth... Not a big fan of peas or prunes. We tolerate green beans, carrots, and pears. 

 Hi again! Love that camera!

Caden loves to be Mommy's helper. Whether it's working on the computer, getting his food ready, or wrapping presents, he is always willing to lend a hand! So excited to experience his first Christmas! More posts to come soon!