Happy Six Months Christopher!

"I'm Six Months Old!"

Leif with his Grand Dad. When he walked into Kevin and Sarah's house, he went straight across the room, right into his Grand Dad's arms.

Sweet Sophia and Grandma Millie.

On Saturday, Christopher wanted to try his first beer. We told him he had to wait a little.

Cousin Leif shows Christopher how to work the toys he gave him. Christopher watches closely.

Christopher tries some leftover carrots after dinner at Mom and Dad's. Christopher is really enjoying new foods nowadays.

The Mitcherling kids love Christopher. They are really good with him too.

Made in the shade. Enjoying the fleeting days of summer.

Christopher having fun with Papa.

Our little man turned half a year today. He is such a joy and blessing. I can't remember life without him. I took him today for his six month checkup and he is the picture of health. He is a lean 14 lbs 6oz and 26 1/2 inches long. His smile reveals two small bottom teeth. He can sit up on his own for over 20 minutes, and keeps himself entertained with toys. Once on his tummy, he really gets moving with arches and bends, kicks and lifts. He can really get around just by squirming. Try as he might, he can just barely get on his knees before he slides back on his stomach. And the noises he makes when on his tummy! Whenever you are in ear-shot, you can hear Christopher vocalizing a large array of sounds. My favorite is when he speaks to his teddy bear on his car seat. While I am driving I hear him "talking" low and intently to the little bear. It is a real treat to see his personality emerging before us. Christopher always has a smile to greet others. He laughs often at games we play, and he is learning to anticipate our antics. We do have fun with him!