8 Months Old

From 2009_07_29 Sam 8 months

Well, I am 8-months old now and getting stronger every day. Mom even made me my sign so it's official! I have Daddy wrapped around my finger already... he is in big trouble. All I have to do is smile at him and then I can get away with anything.

I started creeping & crawling this week... and I am already able to get up on my knees. I am really teething now and starting to wonder if relief is anywhere in sight.... and still not teeth! Mommy fed me some cheerios and puffs this week...and I wasn't quite sure what to make of it. I am saying Mama and Dada all the time now...Mama when I am upset and want comfort. And Daddy's favorite...I love to laugh and sometimes it is hard for me to stop. What can I say, I have a great life... 2 naps /day... free food, room & board....and free wifi.

7-Months Old: Official Picture

From 2009_07_02 Sam 7 months

Ok... so Mom and Dad are now back on track with my monthly pictures - way to go Mommy and Daddy! Dad loves this outfit on me because I am his little cupcake.

We had our Annual July 4th Party this weekend and it was great. I got to see Grand Mom Pifani for the 1st time in a while and it was GREAT! We hung out on the new swing and it was nice. Dad took me for a dip in the pool again and I just loved it. I was kicking my legs and splashing with my hands. I am hoping for more warm weather and time in the pool... and Mom and Dad can't wait to take me to the beach to play in the sand. Mom and Dad are taking us to the shore on Saturday morning ... the Hemberger Wedding is on Friday night so that means Grand Mom Trasatti is sleeping over to take care of us!

I am doing much better at eating baby food now... sometimes Mommy can't feed me fast enough. I think my favorite food so far is butter nut squash. I don't seem to like the fruits as much as the vegetables at this point, but I am sure that will change over time.

Oh yeah, Mommy's cousin (and mine) Kim Holt came over with her kids on Monday and I have a new best friend... Jessica. Jess hung out with me all day and was taking care of me. Jess - when are you coming back to visit?

My 1st time in the Pool!

From 2009_06_28 Sam's first time swimming

Mommy and Daddy took me for a dip in our pool for the first time this past Sunday and it was awesome! I have my own raft and everything which was great. Mom lathered me up with sun block and then I was ready for an afternoon in the sun. I loved splashing my hands in the pool and didn't mind the water in my face at all. I also started kicking my feet a little too! I will get more practice in the pool for our July 4th party with our friends and family - should be a great day!

I am starting to do the creep-crawl thing now. Mom noticed me moving in my crib a lot more... and I am already moving my knees in the right position to be able to push myself forward. Who knows..with any luck I will be on the move soon - although this is a little scary for Mom because then she will have 2 kids to run after!