And We're OFF!

Yes, it is official. The crawling has begun!

Trying to Crawl

Parker has been trying REALLY HARD to crawl lately. He has a couple of friends: Joselyn (10 months) and Tyler (8 Months) who crawl circles around him and I think he is a bit jealous. So, here is one of the latest examples of his attempt.

The Babbling Has Begun

Today Parker decided to start to talk - in Parker speak of course. He has been gunting and squealing and all sorts of other noises for a long time, but today the babbling began. Of course, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to get it on video!

Peek-A-Boo

While we were in Oregon Parker's Uncle Jim taught him how to play Peek-a-Boo! He LOVES his Uncle Jim! We had never heard him laugh so hard before!

May I have a bite please?

Our pediatrician recommended that we start to see if Parker is ready to try some real food. Well, turns out that the kid has an appetite. We are just doing rice cereal for about a month, but it is an interesting adventure!

Rattle Play

Our amazing "Uncle" Bruce and "Aunt" Lani sent along this rattle a few weeks ago with an adorable set of overalls. We have been putting these toys in front of Parker for a while to see if he will grab them and play. This rattle and these keys are the only things that are light enough for Parker to grab and shake himself. He is very proud of himself when he realizes that he is the one making all the noise!

While Daddy is Away...

The month of April brought a big challenge for Parker and his Mommy because his Daddy had to go away to Wisconsin for the ENTIRE month - literally from the 1st - 30th. BUT, we were so lucky because Mommy's dear friend Heather came to visit with Parker's new friend Cole! Cole is about 6 weeks older than Parker and so it was oodles of fun watching the two interact! We captured some funny videos of the two boys hanging out together. The entire weekend consisted of hanging out around the house, walking in the stollers, and even a trip to Meers for some awesome hamburgers! We had such an amazing time! Thank you so much to Auntie Heather for coming - the next trip will have to be to the East Coast to visit you!

Having a little chat...

Parker showing Cole he can roll over like a big boy!

A chat in the yard - Parker kept grabbing Cole's ear/hair!
















Chance loves the babies - and Cole thought he was soft...