A Must-See

Just had to share a picture of Luke in the bath. I don't think it gets much cuter than this....

The Luke Face

My baby has the cutest smile I have ever seen. It lights up his whole face and makes him look like the most adorable baby in the world!! The best part about Luke's smile is that when he flashes it at me, I know it is the greatest compliment I could receive from him right now. It truly says "I love you, Mommy, you make me so happy." And that is the best.

He's on the move...

Well, we still don't have a full fledged crawler yet...but it is just around the corner! On November 15, Luke started getting up on his hands and knees and rocking back and forth. He is very proud of this accomplishment, too. He has perfected the inchworm move and has it down to a science. There is no stopping this little boy! Everything that isn't one of his toys is a new adventure...

These are fun toys and all...

But they don't keep me entertained for very long...

This box in the corner looks very intruiging...

Oops, Mom caught me!!

Almost Crawling Luke!

Introducting naked (almost crawling) Luke!

My little monkey was naked as a jaybird earlier (that's what happens when there is exploding poop episodes...so much fun) and he started crawling all over the place. It's not a full fledged crawl yet, but he's getting really close! It looks like he thinks his clothes have been weighing him down!

Disclaimer: I hope no one is offended by a naked baby! :)

Luke is 5 months old today!

Time is flying by. I can't believe that this time 5 months ago, I was in the hospital with a brand new baby boy! So much has changed in the past 5 months, and there is so much change yet to come. I will say that I am loving my time with Luke, every moment with him is different. Being his mother is the most challenging and rewarding thing I have ever done.

The stage that Luke is in is so wonderful. Everyday he discovers something new, and it is so amazing to watch that little light bulb go off in his mind. He's in constant motion, and he is never quiet! I love to hear him 'talking' to himself, his toys, me and Nate. He's discovered that he can squeal, so he does that as often as possible. He has also discovered the love of his young life - Daisy! He is fascinated by our little dachshund and he is constantly trying to pet her and play with her. Actually, I think he talks to Daisy more than he does anyone or anything else!

Here are the obligatory 5 month pictures:

Why would I sit still when I have perfectly good toes to grab?

Okay, Mom, I'll flash you my dimples...

Ohh, what's this?

Can I eat it?

Mmm, that is so tasty!

Sittin' pretty (or should I say handsome?)

Check out Luke's latest trick! He just mastered sitting up unassisted this morning! Gone are the days of falling face forward when I let go of him. He obviously does not have perfect posture, but it's a start!

Getting into mischief...

Luke is getting more and more mobile by the day! He is thisclose to crawling which makes me very nervous. Right now he is rolling all over the place, and scooting himself across the floor. There are just so many interesting things to look at! He is learning how to reach for objects, and when he can't reach them, he scoots over to them by tucking his arms underneath his chest, burying his head in the ground, pulling his knees beneath him, and himself forwards. It is hilarious, I can't wait to get it on camera! Here are a few pics of what he's been getting into lately...

Who needs toys when you have a basket under the coffee table?

Oooh, what is this thing? Maybe I could swing on it like Tarzan!

A Little Aggie's First Words are...

GIG EM!