Titus- 5 Months

Well, Titus is officially 5 months old. I can't believe we are less than a month from starting cereal. We celebrated the 5 month mark by getting out the 12 month clothes! Although a few of his 6-9 month clothes he can still squeeze into the bigger ones definitely fit better. (that means he wore that size for a whole month if you are keeping track) We love his chubby cheeks and smiles. He is a very content and laid back baby. He loves to eat and sleep. His newest trick is rolling from his back to his tummy. Although once he does it he just gets mad because he hates being on his tummy. He has decided he is done with his pacifier. More often than not when I go to get him out of his bed he has his thumb stuck in his mouth. He can pretty much sit up without much assistance. Whenever he is on your lap his is always grabbing for something- the food on your plate, your hair, necklace, etc. His 5 mo. check up was today and we finally found the answer to the question we constantly get asked, "How much does he weigh?" And the answer is 21 lbs 3 oz. and he is 27 inches long (the 95% I think) Yep, he is a big boy.

Titus, your happy baby coos and smiles melt my heart. I love you so much and am really enjoying this first year. Everyone always comments on what a good baby you are. I feel so blessed God gave us you! - Your Mama

Play Group

One of the fun things we have been doing this summer is going to a play group that our church has. It is on Thursdays and we have already done lots of fun things. The first week we played water games in a backyard. Grace got to try out a slip n' slide for the first time.

Then we went for a tour of a local firestation. The girls were very excited about this one, although once we got there they were pretty shy.

Checking out the fire truck.
Grace shows Faith where the hoses hook on to the truck.
Most of our Play Group (minus Grace who was feeling shy)
Listening while the fireman explained how he gets on his gear, making a fire escape plan, and what to do if your house is on fire. He would say, "Hannibal Fire Department, Is anyone in here?" and the kids would respond, "I'm here!" It was a great learning opportunity. I loved that the fireman tried to help assure the kids not to be afraid and let them see what he would look like if he came to get them in a fire.

Last week we flew kites at the park. Even though it wasn't very windy the girls had fun trying their hand at kite flying for the very first time. Even though this was a simple idea it was great to actually get the kite they got in their Easter basket out and finally try using it.

This week we are headed to Grant's farm in St. Louis so that should be lots of fun too.

Happy Daddy's Day

Last year we decided for Father's day each year we would make Jeremy an original piece of artwork. This year the girls each did a drawing and then we added three dimensional touches like cotton on the clouds, buttons on the flowers, and a rainbow made from broken crayons. I was really pleased with the finished product. I think it will be a great challenge as we get more opinionated artists each year to see them collaborate and come up with something great!

We have the best dad in the whole world because...

...he is not only an amazing dad, but an awesome husband. Jeremy works hard to provide for our family. He is super supportive and encouraging to me in my job as a mama. There is nobody else I 'd rather be on this journey with. (Jenn)

...he makes us breakfast! We love him so much and he is a part of our family. (Grace)

...he makes me giggle and gives me piggy back rides. (Faith)

... he lets me go to sleep whenever I am tired, and then tells mom he is keeping me awake. (Titus)

Happy Father's day to the best daddy in the whole world!