A Day of Firsts

Joey had two "firsts" today... I woke up to him standing in his crib for the first time. I snapped this pic during nap time. 

Next, he started holding his bottle on his own. He looks like such a big boy when he does it. 

After I took this picture I told him that was enough "firsts" for one day. Our baby is growing up too fast!

Future Gymnast

11 Months!

Can you believe it? We sure can't! We have an 11 month old! Lately he is standing and "cruising" - taking baby steps while he is standing and holding on to something. He loves to climb and crawl all over everything (including the dog!). He's eating more solid foods and loves pasta and veggies, but cheerios are still his favorite.

Christmas!!!

We had the best Christmas - our very first with Joey! He loved spending time with his family and playing with wrapping paper and boxes! We started the week off by visiting Santa. He did great - Santa said he was the best kid his age he'd seen all season. Although, he didn't really smile on Santa's lap, he was very relaxed and took it all in stride. On Christmas Eve we headed up to Wisconsin and celebrated Christmas with the Janssen family. Joey had a blast with his cousins and especially loved playing hot wheels. On Christmas Day the Russell family celebrated Christmas at our house. He enjoyed playing with Luke's new obsession - hex bugs! Overall, it was a wonderful week of family and fun! We are already looking forward to next Christmas!

 

 

Look whose standing!

In a matter if two days Joey is now pulling himself up on everything. He appears to have no fear. He also loves to climb on and over anything.