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St. Louis

We went to St. Louis to spend some time with my family last weekend. Here are a few pictures. Kenneth discovered that he loves Sierra Mist. No, I didn't let him drink it, but he loved the can!

He went on his first carousel ride. He rode on a bunny.
Grandma had lots of fun! I think that's more attention he received than he had in a while.
Kenneth didn't really sleep well at the hotel. He insisted on waking up many times, and for fear of waking other rooms, he ended up in our bed. Which I might add that he slept really well once there.

7 Months

It's so hard to believe that Kenneth is seven months old already! He's such a character! He was 29" long and his weight stayed the same from 6 months, at 18 pounds. I contribute that to having the flu for almost a week, and becoming VERY active! His newest things are that he figured out he can make noises with his mouth, and loves to make them against my bare shoulder. He is also starting to scoot on the floor. I know it won't be long until he's crawling everywhere!

My little blessing

Kenneth and I spent the afternoon together yesterday, since my babysitter's son was throwing up. I discovered something while we were playing. There is a sharp little object beginning to poke through in Kenneth's mouth. Yep, he's getting his first tooth!

Every day God never ceases to amaze me with this little wonder of a man. How do I deserve the blessing that raising Kenneth is? I don't feel adequate, and I know I fail miserably some times. But yet, God chose Eric and I to guard and protect this little one, and to raise him up to be a man of God. What an assignment! I can't thank Him enough!

Crazy Weekend

Kenneth and Noah received these adorable outfits from Grandma and Grandpa Smeltzer. I think they are the cutest little elves ever.

Kenneth's dedication was this past Sunday. He looked like such the little stud in his sweater vest. He had all the girls eyeing him! He's just starting to sit up on his own unsupported. I think the new shoes helped.

We had a very busy weekend with a Christmas on Saturday, Dedication, visitation, and visit to a friend's on Sunday, and another Christmas on Monday. Sunday and Monday had meals for 25 and 15 people at our house. Mama was a tired lady by the time Christmas day came.

Kenneth's Many Hats

The ironic part is that he hates to have something on his head. How we captured so many, I don't know. Most hats don't stay on longer than 3 seconds. But he sure is cute in them.

Real food

Kenneth's first taste of cereal.

He loved it!

And his newest trick.

5 Months

Kenneth is 5 months today. Normally I wouldn't have as accurate a weight since he didn't have a checkup, but he has been fighting a cold for a week and a half now, so we took him in to get some medicine. He doesn't really like the bubble gum flavor. Anyway, he's 16 lb 10.6 oz. and 27 inches long. He's rolling over now, just from the back to tummy (Note from Friday the 30th: Scratch that, I found out last night that he rolls both ways) and is beginning to support himself sitting. He's not there yet, but he's coming. Here's a few pictures from this morning.

Going to Grandma's

We traveled to Missouri for Thanksgiving this year, and I must say, Kenneth is a trooper. In the eight hours it took to make the drive, we stopped once for a meal, gas, and bathroom break. Kenneth slept all but maybe an hour of the trip.

It was great to be home and spend time with my family. Kenneth was the center of attention, and made sure it stayed that way.

We got to spend time with two of my friends from high school who recently both had babies, both of whom are little angels. It's so hard to remember when Kenneth was that small. They were both over 8 lbs when born, so Kenneth was the runt of the three. Seems so hard to imagine now! :)

All in all, it went by to fast. Just makes me look forward to a month from now when my family will all be out here!

Random Pictures

Baths and diaper changes have become a lot more difficult since Kenneth found his feet. Kenneth doesn't play with his toys like they are meant to be used. He usually gets sideways like this within the first minute.
The three youngest in our small group. Joel is almost 3 months and Alaina is almost 8 months.

I just love this!

Halloween Fun

Kenneth's first Halloween was pretty fun. He was quite the trooper for all the dressing up and running around. He is pretty patient with his mama.My little penguin! Looks thrilled, doesn't he.

Me and My Boy

Four Months

Kenneth was four months yesterday. His four month checkup was a great report. He's 15 lbs 15.1 oz and 26 inches long. He's an incredibly tall little boy! He's doing very well as far as development goes, even so far as a little ahead in some things. I try not to worry too much about what he should or shouldn't be doing yet, because seriously, each baby is SO different!

All in all, it was a good report, and we are just very happy with our little man. His personality shows more and more each day. What a blessing!

The Most Adorable Litte Guy

Random Stuff

Kenneth has discovered his feet.
My new favorite picture.
Dad's got him holding a baseball already!
Kenneth and Dad chillin' watching TV.