Meeting the Man in Red

A few weeks ago, we took our annual trek to meet Santa Claus.  Kyle was very excited this year, but then became quite shy the minute he asked a question.  Jack was bewildered and spent his time trying to pull the jolly man's beard.  The next day at a breakfast with Santa, Kyle warmed up to Mrs. Claus enough to let her know she would like a "real" reindeer.  Jack continued to be bewildered.

Seven Month Crawl

This last month brought a lot of "movement" for Jack.  Before we might have been ready, Jack started crawling.  This apparently was not enough because soon he began pulling up and most recently tried to climb the stairs.  This guy is definitely going places - typically wherever any member of his family might be.  Jack also began tackling solid food - this has not proven to quite as exciting as crawling.  It might be due to the fact his first tooth finally popped through.  Those grins are no longer gums only, but they are still just as happy.  Jack also began doing a lot of chatting.  We may not recognize the words yet but he is definitely very animated.

The joy of crawling does not always lead to the best places.

 

High Tips

After a bath, Jack's hair has a style that many would pay great money for.  It will be a sad day when it lays flat, but for know, Mama cannot get enough of those frocks.  Jack is happy to  oblige...although he's not so willing to slow down the milestones.

 



First bath in the big tub

WHAT???  How is he starting to stand?