Foot Fetish

Ahhh!!! We just have to share! 

This week has been filled with fun. Check out Henry's latest trick that makes our hearts melt even more!

 I have no clue why but for some reason I was super excited for Henry to be able to pull his foot to his mouth. This has quickly become one of my all time favorite new photos!

Another little chewing session 

 Sometimes he chews his sock right off and it takes him a few minutes to realize he doesn't have a hold of his foot anymore : ) 

Can't wait to see what he will do next! Roll over for the camera maybe?!! A momma can dream : ) 

5 Months Old Report Card

5 month old and wearing my favorite outfit - a white onsie!

We seriously can't even believe how fast changes are coming these days!

What has Henry been doing well lately? 

He has been growing more and more interested in books. We are able to read at least 3 or 4 at a time now! Although, most of the time it appears he would rather eat them.... 

He has graduated to the front hold in my ring sling! No more tummy to tummy - this guy wants to see everything that is going on. Most evenings he rides along as I do laundry, pick up around the house, wash dishes and get supper started.... teaching him early ; )  

He is finally big enough to enjoy the jumperoo he got from his cousin Tess. He doesn't last very long at 5 months but I have a feeling we will have a hard time getting him out of it in a few short weeks. 

A really short and sweet video to show off his skills!

He continues to be quite the talker. Sometimes it sounds like he is singing and other times we get a sad, sleepy story with lots of hand gestures like this one!

What areas could Henry work on?

Drool factory! He has definitely started producing bubbles which is fun but the extra drool that constantly drips out of his month sure gets messy : ) 

There was one on the play mat and the mama said "ROLL OVER, ROLL OVER!"

It doesn't seem to matter what mama says, he will not roll over for the camera! Trust me I've tried : )

He always seems to be going side to side and is even strong enough to wrap himself up on this play mat like a burrito. 

He has mastered the late afternoon nap! Every day when I pick him up at 4:30 he falls asleep in the car. I snap his car seat into the stroller down stairs and away he snoozes for 30-45 minutes. 

Why is this something to work on you ask....? 

Because this is the look we get if he is even slightly disturbed. If Gabe gets home early and is a little too noisy coming through the door Henry will give him an evil eye and then dramatically shut his eyes and continue on with his nap. I usually claim his eyes but I'm starting to rethink that... : ) 

A Wonderful Winter Weekend in Wisconsin

Two weeks ago we got to spend the weekend in Wisconsin and enjoyed lots of quality time with my family. 

Friday night started out with a sleep over at Aunt Doe and Uncle Scott's. The best part was simply getting to spend time with these wonderful people. Thanks for letting us crash the sister slumber party!

Henry already has Aunt Doe wrapped around his finger ; ) 

Now only if he could convince her to move to Iowa.... 

Not so impressed with Pinocchio... maybe if he could chew on it a bit he would change his mind!

{Uncle Tim & Aunt Kathy}

 {Aunt Alice}

{Aunt Tish}

Later that evening...While this good looking couple were out enjoying the night. Gabe and I went on Aunt and Uncle duty - a duty in which we thoroughly enjoy!

 So Bill and Jessica, ever wonder what we ended up doing that night?

Just Kidding! That was what Grandma Jane was doing : ) 

Alright, so no surprise here! Lydia holding Henry every chance she got. 

 Number one priority of the night - Operation give Henry a bath!

Good thing we had two outstanding helpers!

Lydia truly did ALL the work!

Once we got Henry to sleep it was time for a rowdy game of Garbage.

Next up, time to make some sweet Valentines <3

Pudding Break!

 Second Operation of the night - Feed the Crazy Cat! Proof Aunt Keilah - we did not neglect our duties even though we were all terrified!

 Last up, bed time stories.

Thanks for a great night Lydia and Nolan! All that was missing was Haley!!

Sunday we fit in more quality time with the Walsh crew. Oh Shaylea....Wasn't it just yesterday that I held you on my lap!!

That's right Aunt Keilah hold him tight the Great Aunts are coming in for the steal!

 Finally, Miss Lydia's turn. She must have talked with him the night before to plan out their strips : )

 Getting one last order in - hoping they don't close before Gabe gets his food!

 Checking in to Star Wars together

Time to eat! Thanks Aunt Leigh and Uncle Scott for organizing such a fantastic spread!

Henry gets in on the table talk.

Now with Aunt Tish home there has to be a siblings picture in front of the fire place as always. 

This one is a new favorite. All laughing- how typical!

Oh, and I LOVE this one too! Bunny ears are a little high this round, Uncle Tom : )

Definitely siblings! They even all smile the same way too.

What a wonderful weekend! It was so great seeing everyone and getting to spend so much time together. Miss and Love you all!

**Next up.... Henry is 5 months old!!!

Happy Valentine's Day

We had a pretty good day here in Waverly. Gabe and I met at lunch for a Henry free lunch date. Then after work when I picked Henry up from Amanda's (the wonderful daycare provider that there will be a post about soon) she handed me this gem! Our very first 'made' by Henry craft for our fridge!!! 

I hope everyone had a great day filled with love. Here a are a few pictures that were meant to be apart of a Valentines Day card that never got made, thus never got mailed - Enjoy : ) P.S. I can't take credit for any of them. I had a former student now in 8th grade come over and practice her skills. I thought she did a great job capturing all his smiles as mom and dad acted like monkeys in the background!

1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.  It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.  It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.