I turned 6 months old last week, but have been waiting for my "official weigh-in" to give you all my new stats. I saw the pediatrician yesterday, and all is wonderful, aside from the 4 shots that he told the nurse to give me. Here's what's new:
-I weigh 15 pounds, 12.5 ounces. This is the 48% for babies my age. Pretty average.
-I am 27.25 inches long. That's the 94% for babies my age. I'm a long one. Maybe I'll be extra tall, like my basketball hall of fame ancestor, George Mikan.
-My brain is 42.5 cm, 53%. Don't worry, I'm super intelligent.
-I've been eating a lot of fruits and vegetables, and so far the only thing that I don't like is sweetpeas. Dr. G said I can start eating big people food, like mashed potatoes, yogurt, and little pieces of bread. I've been telling Mother for months that I can eat that stuff, and she didn't believe me. Wish I could get that Halloween candy back!
-When I'm in a good mood, I can roll back from my tummy to my back, which makes my Mom very happy. When I'm tired or grumpy, I still yell at her to flip me over.
-I sleep great at night, but am really not a fan of naps. I'm afraid I'm going to miss something good.
-I LOVE to stroll. We go for walks once or twice a day, except when it's cold and snowy.
-I'm getting really close to being able to sit up by myself. I work on it every day. I really like to stand up with help.
-My hair is growing a little bit.
-I'm really good with my hands now. I use them to put almost everything in my mouth. I pick things up, knock things over, and bang on things. I pull hair and grab dog ears. I've got a great grip.
The highlight of my month was seeing my Dad live via satellite from Afghanistan. I looked him over really well. I can hardly wait to see him in person at the end of this month. He will be so impressed with the many skills and abilities that I have perfected since he last saw me. I can sure fill a diaper better than I used to. I hope he remembers how to change diapers, because my Mom says she's taking 2 weeks off of diaper-changning while he's home. Plus, I finally get to play with Gram Flo and maybe even another uncle and aunt. Counting down!
Things have been pretty routine around here lately, but I have no problem finding ways to entertain myself. One of my favorite activities is to talk to myself and play in the mirror. The baby in the mirror does almost everything that I do, so we get along really well. I've also taken more interest in my many toys. Since I have mastered rolling over and am beginning to scoot a little to get where I want to go, I am able to retrieve the toys that I want most of the time. Sitting up is currently my biggest challenge, but I am getting closer everyday. I can 
sit up half way, and then prop myself up on my elbow on one side. That's how I spend a lot of my time. If my mom helps me sit up all the way, then I can stay sitting up for a few seconds. Then I fall over, and that upsets me. With more practice, I will get it. It's hard being a baby. 
After a long day of playing, I still enjoy relaxing with a good book and a warm bath, just like my mom. I've also become an excellent splasher. Maybe I'll be a swimmer, like Aunt G and Uncle James.
We are counting down and getting ready for Dad to get here!! I can hardly wait. I have so much to show him and tell him. I have learned so much in the last 6 months, from rolling (one of the basic moves of jiu-jitsu) to how to eat mushed food. When he left all I did was cry and eat... I didn't sleep much back then. I have changed so much, even though I still don't have much hair or any teeth. I know exactly what I am going to wear when he gets here too. I already know we are going to have a lot of fun together. Gram and Uncle Steve are coming too. SO excited!
