7 Months...ALREADY?!

WOW!!! I cannot believe that Parker is 7 months old already! The six month milestone came and went in a flash.  Here are the stats from his 6 month check up:

Weight: 16.7 lbs (30th percentile)
Length: 26 (30th percentile)

Parker is a MOVER and a SHAKER.  He rolls and rolls, never sitting still. He is now sitting up on his own and is very proud of himself for doing so. Parker is happiest when he is outside and in the Baby Bjorn.  He screams with excitement the whole time.  It is hilarious! He loooves his big sister and lights up every time she comes near him.  She seems to be pretty smitten with him too. She dances and sings for Parker and always brings him toys to play with.  Peyton is a very sweet and thoughtful big sister. I hope that never changes!

Grandma and Grandpa came to visit and took care of the kids while Chris and I went to Napa Valley, California. They had a great time, but were exhausted! Chris and I had an AMAZING trip with the Kuhlemeiers and the Seligs. Total relaxation, we had a driver everyday and did nothing but eat, drink and laugh all day. It was great and we were very thankful that Cliff and Judy came to relieve us. 

Here is a pic of the group:

 

The following weekend Aunt Kim and Uncle Mark came to visit. We had a BLAST! It was so good to see them both, I wish they lived closer. We just have such a great time together and they both are fantastic with the kiddos.  Here are some examples of how good the kids are at wrapping Aunt Kim and Uncle Mark around thier little fingers...

Peyton was really into Halloween this year.  She wanted to be Strawberry Shortcake. She looked so cute.  We had all of her little friends and their families over for the "Pre-Candy" party.  All of the kids were adorable! Parker was a the cutest pumpkin I have ever seen!  He loved it!  We took him out in the Bjorn and he was charming all of the people on the street. He's so adorable, I just wanna smoosh him!

Next week, Mimi comes to visit!  We can't wait to see her!  More updates from that visit coming soon!

Sooo much love!

Kiddo Update!

A WHOLE month has already passed since my last blog entry?! 
I feel like I am in a time machine that is full speed ahead!

What have we been up to? Lots and lots of Summer fun!

Parker had his 4 Month check up in July. Here are his stats:

Weight: 14lbs 3oz (35th percentile)

Length: 23.5 inches (8th percentile)

Head Circumference: 41.25 cm (25th percentile)

He is getting so big, so fast! At 4 months, Peyton was only 11 lbs 8 oz and 23 inches long.  So Parker is much chunkier than she was! He is so so so cute.  We just cant get enough of that little face. He still loves to smile with that big "gummy" grin.  Parker must be moving at all times.  He will sit in the bouncy, bumbo or excersaucer for about 10 minutes and then is ready for a rotation. I bought him a "jumper-roo" today.  So we shall see if he likes that.  He would really rather just be held. Doesn't even matter who is holding him, just likes to be snuggled.  Chris jokingly calls him a "Mama's Boy". For now, I (Mama) am just fine with that. 

I loooove to snuggle that little man.

Parker started cereal right at the 4 month mark and did amazing with it.  Only took him one feeding and he was gobbling it down like a champ. So now, at 5 months, we started jar foods.  So far we have only tried peas, but he is into it! We will soon begin cereal and veggie/fruit twice a day.

Peyton has been such a good girl over the last few months.  She loooves her brother and keeps asking when he can stand up and play.  Peyton really enjoyed Summer Camp at North Raleigh Church of Christ.  Her teacher, Mrs. Catherine, said that Peyton really came out of her "shy" shell and became a very vocal member of the class. That sounds more like a child of ours! She has been very shy lately when we go to parties or when she goes to school.  We figure it is a "crowd" issue. Peyton starts school 5 days a week on September 1st (tomorrow), so we will keep you posted on her progress.  We are pleased with her teachers, Mrs. Theresa and Mrs. Carrie.  So it should be another fun filled year at preschool.

Here are some pictures of what we have been up to:

First Cereal!

 Parker and Peyton love to have breakfast together!

 Mimi came to visit!  She taught Peyton how to hang a spoon from her nose.

PEAS!!!  Parker's first food!

MUCH LOVE!!!

Rockin' and Rollin'

Not to preemptively toot my child's horn, but I do believe that Parker rolled over yesterday!

I was trying to get him to take an afternoon nap and on three occasions I went into his room because he was crying. Upon peering into the crib I found him on his back all three times! Now, we still have a ways to go (half-way to be exact).  He needs to learn to roll back onto his tummy!

Here are the Pics of the Week!

Our good friend Rikke is a budding photography star. 

She offered to take some more pictures of our little man.

We have a doctor's appointment next week! 

'Till then....Much Love!

Red, White & Blue Babes

Just a few pics from 4th of July!

Let's Catch Up!

Lot's has happened in the month of June!

We spent the weekend in Myrtle Beach, SC for Father's Day. Peyton had a BLAST, Parker was not quite as into it.  We think it was too hot and he didn't get any good naps.  He was very crabby for most of the trip.  Daddy and I were ready to have a vacation from our vacation! Oh well, at least we got to spend some time together as a family.  Here are some pics! 

 

 

In other news, Parker is doing GREAT!  Now that we know his "likes and dislikes" a little better, our routine is much smoother. For example, he is really a good boy when he gets two good naps during the day and he LOVES his crib.  He will sleep for hours in his cozy crib.  He also likes to be swaddled tightly at night, very snuggly.  He likes to be a part of the action.  You can see below, he is watching Daddy cook. 

He really loves to watch Peyton. She will occasionally let him in on the play time.  Here, she has decided to share stickers with him. 

Parker gets more handsome everyday! He changes every time I look at him! 

This summer has been FULL of play dates for Peyton.  She frequently plays with Gray and Malia Spencer, Maya Oldham, Salene and Saleece Crisafi, Lydia and Lena Terdick, and her very best friend Samantha Kuhlemeier. Not sure how we will explain to Peyton that Sam is moving to Colorado. :( She just lights up every time we mention going over to Sam's house or Sam's playing at our house.  Here are the kids at a "water fun" play date at the Crisafi's!

 

Whew! We had a busy month!  It was a fun one and the Summer has only just begun!

MUCH LOVE!