New Jersey Fall

It really is a gorgeous fall here in the Jerz. And, with sunny weather we have been able to enjoy the crisp, fall air without getting too cold. We took a small trip to a nearby town this weekend and Callum sat in his very first diner high chair. He did great! We also discovered he has an amazing ability to drop his toys on the floor in a way that it is impossible to catch them before they land in someone's boot print.

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

I had a blast with my Grandma Crowley in gorgeous Pennsylvania. I even sat in my high chair and ate during Thanksgiving dinner. As grown-up as that sounds, I was still the messiest member of the party.

I'm Sitting Up!

I still need a watchful eye and occaisional support but I can sit up for a while without falling over. I'm especially good at moving forward to grab a toy and then sitting up straight while I drool all over said toy. I'm not so good if I happen to lean to the side, then I topple. But, I'm really enjoying the ability to do a little bit on my very own.

In my special chair with Grandpa Quaal

Remember these guys...

Can't believe how big he has gotten. Check out the difference six months makes...

Callum's Baptism

This Sunday Callum was baptized! He was fantastic, loved being in front of the church and LOVED having the water on his forehead. He was all smiles and kicked his little legs as if he wanted to get up and tap dance for his audience. Very funny. He charmed every single old lady at church that Sunday, good man. He knows where the candy will be in the future. He was lucky enough to have his grandma and grandpa Crowley there as well as his grandpa Quaal and his friends Sarah, Nora and Ralph.

Six Months Old!!!

It's hard for us to believe but it is indeed true...Callum is six months old already. His little, sparkling personality is beginning to shine through and everyday we are amazed at how he is growing from a baby to a little man with preferences and desires of his own. He is eating pears, bananas, prunes, applesauce, carrots, peas, sweet potato, squash, oatmeal and rice cereal with gusto. He is able to sit up on his own for short periods of time and loves to explore everything with his mouth. He has smiles and laughs in spades, especially for his mom and dad. He'd still rather be awake than sleeping but it's getting better. He's growing (out mostly) like a weed with the belly of a buddha and the rosy cheeks of a true Irishman. He has started to spend time at daycare and charm everyone who works there while making friends with other little buddies. And, all of that accomplished in just half a year. That's our little guy.