Big Boy

When did MY baby start sitting up? Just another milestone to remind me that my little Chunky Monkey is growing up right before my eyes!!! When I remember his preemie days, it is so hard to believe how tiny and fragile he was! Now he is rolling all over, grabbing anything that he can get his hands on, eating baby food, talking his little baby talk, and attempting to sit like a big boy! What a precious little gem my little man is! We love him so much, but please STOP GROWING UP SO FAST!!!!

My Little Ladies

We also tried taking some pics of the girls on the same day we did Sawyer's 6 month photos. Lilyana very much enjoyed doing these photos and loved getting to be a cowgirl and play a guitar. Alex on the other hand (surprise, surprise!) was not very cooperative, so it was rough getting some good photos of her. Then Bridget and I tried bravely to get one of all three kids, yeah, that was a joke! :) I haven't gotten the CD with all the pictures on it yet, but here are some of the best cute ones! (We got a decent one of me with the kids, but Sawyer's attention is elsewhere :))

I DO LOVE MY LILY GIRL AND MY SISSY!!! TWO OF A KIND CUTENESS!!!

Cowboy Up: Sawyer's 6 Month Photos, by Bridget Parnell

Sawyer's 6 months photos turned out absolutely INCREDIBLE! Especially considering we had to work really hard for these smiles! (He wasn't feeling his usually bubbly self:( ) I am so in love with this little baby boy and his smile that melts my heart on a daily basis. I can't believe how fast he has grown and I am so blessed to have him in my life. I am also so grateful and proud to have a best friend that is such a talented photographer and who takes my pictures for FREE! I love you Bridget and thank you for all the hard work you do for me!

I LOVE YOU MY LITTLE CHUNKY MONKEY!!!!

6 Months Old

Wow, I seriously cannot believe how fast the first half year of my son's life has gone by. Today Sawyer is 6 months! My Chunky Monkey is growing so big! He had his 6 month check up last week. Here are his stats:

Weight:15lbs 12.5 0z (25%)
Height: 25 1/4 (20%)
Head Circumference: 41.6cm (20%)
(Small heads run in the family, but it certainly does not effect our big, smart brains!)

He has gotten HUGE!!! :P Doctor said he is officially a 6 month old!At 6 months Sawyer:

*Can sit balancing on his hands
*Concentrates and grabs at toys
*Loves to grab and play with his feet
*Puts everything in his mouth
*Smiles and laughs upon laying eyes on Mommy
*Loves to be held and talked to
*Thinks Lily is hilarious
*Likes to "feel" hair
*Recognizes Mommy and Daddy's voice
*Has his entire family wrapped around his finger
*Likes to chew on his blanket at sleep times
*Does well on trips in the car
*Laughs at himself in the mirror
*Has found his voice and very much enjoys using it
*Enjoys being outside
*Likes stroller rides

The Many Faces of Sawyer (includes commentary)

Adored
"I am so loved by everyone!"

Surprised:
"Wow! That peek-a-boo thing you do is INSANE! One minute you're there
and the next. . .WHOA!"

Ecstatic:
"I love my life! I love my family! I love food! It can't
get any better than this!"
Busy (aka working on something):
"Do you mind?! Some privacy please! I don't stare at you when you
are pooping!"
Frightened:
"What the heck is THAT?! You want to put that WHERE?"

ROTFL:

"Bawhahahahahahahahaha! That is the most hilarious thing
I have ever heard! You're killin' me!"

The Deer Caught in the Headlights:
"What? Don't look at me! I didn't make that noise! Ask Daddy!"
Flattered:
"Yes, I know I am the King of Adorable. Thank you, thank you. You may kiss the
royal cheeks now. Whichever ones you prefer."

His Jim Carey impression
"Aha aha ahahehehehahahhe!"

Amazed:
"You don't say?! She did what with who? Oh, no she didn't!"

Repulsed:
" What is that smell? Has my diaper been checked recently?!"

Clueless:
"Duh, huh?"

Aren't his faces just the CUTEST!!!! :D

Little Miss-Chevious

This is what you get when you leave a little girl quiet for too long without checking on her. I caught Alexandria in the bathroom, my make up bag in hand, beautifying herself. Isn't she gorgeous?! She even managed to get my mascara unscrewed! She loves to watch me put my make up on and then she will ask for some. I guess I wasn't applying enough! This little girl certainly gives me a run for my money! She is seriously into EVERYTHING!!!! Gotta love her!

Ahhhhhh, lovely, isn't she?

Future make-up artist in the making!
I have to say, I think she got that smokey eye look down to a tee!

Sawyer's Blessing

We finally had Sawyer blessed on August 1st. We had been waiting for Michael's family to come visit to have this special event. My little man looked so adorable dressed in his white suit! A very good friend of ours did us the honor of blessing our handsome baby boy. Sawyer was a little fussy during his blessing. The men had him laying down and our big boy wanted to sit up! But overall, he did well. Ceasar gave him a beautiful blessing and after church we had everyone over for dinner and dessert. It was a lovely day!

My Handsome Little Boy

Sawyer with his beautiful sisters.

The Brown Family

Sawyer and Mommy.

Grandpa Brown, Daddy, and Sawyer.

Grandpa and Grandma Brown with Sawyer.

Ceasar and Sawyer.

Pete and Grandma with Sawyer.

Auntie Daphne and Sawyer.