Nothing to Write About

I am sorry for not posting anything new on the blog recently. There hasn't been anything exciting going on in our house this week. We have been busy with work and the day to day routine of raising Grant. Here's another picture from our trip to visit Brian and Liz.

Our Trip to Montgomery

Anna

James

Luke

Grant

This past weekend was a very busy one. We took our first weekend away with Grant. We went to visit Brian and Liz and the kids. We hadn't been to see them since they moved to Montgomery over two years ago! Traveling with a baby in tow wasn't so bad. Grant slept most of the trip there and back. He kept trying to wake up, but he just couldn't do it! We had a great time! I hope you enjoy some of the pictures from the trip!

New Slide Show

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I am at it again! Here are some pictures I took of Grant today. Enjoy!

Five Month Update

Today Grant is 5 months old. He weighs 20lbs. and is 26.5 inches long! Stephen and I had no idea how much fun it was going to be to have this little guy around. There is never a dull moment at our house. Grant is full of surprises and it is amazing to watch him discover new things. You can just see his mind working constantly.

Last night we were watching TV and it was time for Grant to go to bed. He was very tired, but he was fighting going to sleep. (This seems to be a new trend!) I had tried rocking him and nothing was working. Finally, I set him down beside me on the couch and stuck his pacifier in his mouth. After a few minutes he quit moving around. I looked down and he was hugging my arm fast asleep. It was so sweet! He melted his mama's heart. I picked him up and we cuddled there while he slept until I went to bed. Those are the moments you cherish. When you realize that this little baby loves you as much as you love him!

Then and Now

This is Grant today.

This is Grant when he was 7 days old.
Winnie the Pooh has not shrunk!

Peas Please!

Grant is becoming quite the little food connoisseur. This was his reaction to his first taste of peas. Although he looks quite perplexed about the new flavor, he went on to polish off the whole jar. So far his repertoire consists of rice cereal, bananas, apples and green peas. He enjoys eating very much and likes everything he has tried so far. We haven't decided what we will let him try next.

Starbucks Anyone?

Grant was watching his Grandaddy Larson drink from his coffee mug this evening. He began to beg for it. This is what followed. (Don't worry he did not drink any coffee in the making of this picture)

Grant's Puppy

Hunter's already taking abuse from Grant!

(I think he likes it!)

Grant This Week

This has been a very busy week! I am sorry for not posting anything new recently. These are a few of the things Grant's been up to this week.

Grant's Rubber Ducky

Grant has always enjoyed his bath time but now he can play in the water. He likes to splash around and play with his duck!

Ab Roller

Does anyone have an Ab Roller?

New Blog

Tuesday's Blog just posted tonight because I finally switched over to the new blogger. Sorry for any confusion.

Flashback!

This is Grant the day we brought him home from the hospital. He had just taken his first ride in his brand new car seat. Well, he will soon be taking his last ride in this car seat because he is about to exceed the weight limit! He looks so tiny curled up in the carrier. Now his feet almost hang over the end and his head reaches to the top of the seat. We had to get rid of the head supports very early on. His seat belt will not loosen up much more and his expanding waistline will soon need more room. So much can change in just a few short months!

Smile!

Grant had a professional photo session this weekend. Do you think he would smile? No. He did scream some and managed to scratch his face all up. I guess he showed us who is in charge!

Best Buds

Before Grant was born Stephen and I were a little worried about how Hunter (our lab) was going to react to the new addition. Hunter had been our "child" for four years and he had us all to himself. Fortunately, Hunter loves his baby brother. He knew instantly to be gentle and very careful around him. That is something that can be hard for a 100 lb. lab (he thinks he is a lap dog). Grant now smile and squeals with delight when his puppy walks by. As for Hunter, I think he is in for it once Grant becomes mobile. He will never have a moment alone!

Tired Part 2

Grant fell asleep tonight while Stephen was feeding him! He must get worn out at Granny's house!

So Tired!

Tonight Grant rocked himself to sleep in his jumperoo! Oh I wish it was that easy every night!

Grant's 1st Taste

After Grant's last check-up the doctor said we could begin giving Grant cereal once a day. This was our first attempt at eating solid foods! He seemed to enjoy it and did not make too much of a mess.

Four Month Update

Grant turned four months old this past Wednesday. Today he had his routine well baby exam. His stats are as follows: weight-17.6 lbs, height-26", and head circumference-16 3/4" . He is in the 85% for height and 90% for weight! Grant has learned to do so much in the past four months. He has been holding his head up proficiently for a while now. He enjoys pulling up to a standing position in your lap and he is using his hands to pick up and hold objects. Today he had a huge milestone. HE ROLLED OVER---twice! I was so happy that I saw him do it for the first time. He was at his check-up. The pediatrician began her evaluation of his motor skills. She laid him on his stomach on the examination table. Grant lifted his head up and pushed up on his arms like he always does. She smiled and asked me if he could roll over. Next thing I know- he did it! I was so proud. I told Stephen that Grant performs well under pressure like a Wakefield!!!

This afternoon, after a I had to clean up a very messy incident involving Grant, the jumperoo and the carpet, he rolled over again!!! Next thing I know this kid will be crawling! They grow up too fast!

More Pics

We haven't had much going on around here this week. Hope everybody is doing well!