Hop On Pop

Daddy and I bonded this week while Mommy enjoyed some time doing girlie things like shopping and going to the spa. Daddy is quite a cool guy! We seem to always find fun things to do, even if it's just hanging out at home.

This week, I really began to share my thoughts and feelings with Mom and Dad. I noticed they get excited when I'm extra loud so I decided squealing and jabbering loudly is the thing to do. Sitting up is really cool too. Mommy and Daddy have been propping me up on the couch now to practice. It won't be long before I can sit up on my own.

I also began to enjoy our adventures in the car. At first I wasn't so keen on riding in the back of the car facing the seat but now I've discovered that it is the perfect time to catch some zzzz's.

The water continues to amaze me too! I found out that my hands and feet can make waves when I splash. Watch out Michael Phelps, I believe I will be quite the swimmer sometime soon!

Oh...one more highlight to share. I now weigh 15 pounds and I'm 24 inches tall. All this growing makes me sleepy. Until next time...

~Brody:)

July Fun

What an eventful week! I have learned a few new things. I have started taking control of my limbs. My hands are becoming very fascinating and I am starting to grip items a little better. I have taken notice of my feet. I am just not sure how to grab them yet. This week I received two more shots that hurt just a bit! Mommy and Daddy were right there to make sure I was alright though. I don't have much more to tell you this week so I have included some pics of of my events from the week below.

Here I am watching the house getting scraped and painted.

Here I met one of mommy's good friends Erica Pollard. She thinks I'm funny.

This is one of my hip outdoor hats that I enjoy wearing. It helps keep the sun out of my eyes so I can play outside.

NAKED and LOVIN IT!

Daddy is showing me how to put up my dukes. He has enjoyed boxing with me and really gets excited when I laugh after a few seconds of boxing.

These are my toy keys. ( I hope they go to that white Jeep I see outside)

People have commented on the pics of me giving my big Cheeser so here are some to hold you over until next week.

Love Ya

~Brody~

Summer Fun!

Summertime is so much fun! This past week marked my 2 month birthday. I have learned and experienced so much in the past 8 weeks. Mommy says I'm chubbing out nicely. I guess weighing 13 pounds is a good sign?

I had the chance to go swimming in G and G Tucker's pool for the first time. Boy, I can't wait to jump off the diving board.

I also discovered how much fun my floor gym is. WOW! I love hitting those rattles and pulling on those rings. They make cool noises.

Daddy says exercise is important so we have been working on my abs. I can now sit up with a little aid from my parents. I noticed that when I sit up I can see my feet. I think my toes are pretty cool, I just have to figure out how to get them in my mouth.

Wrigley and I are becoming much better friends. He kisses my feet each morning- I think it tickles!

This week I go visit Dr. Tim for a check-up. I'm a little nervous about the shots but Mommy and Daddy said they will be right there to give me hugs and kisses when it's over. Stay tuned for the doctor report next week...

Peace and love,

~Brody~

FIREWORKS!

My first Fourth of July! Boy was it fun. I was able to hang out with a ton of my new friends. Mallory, Ethan, Avery and Cousin Ben to name a few. I really enjoyed it when Mallory held me. The best part was walking over to Cascades Golf Course to watch the fireworks. They were loud, but I did not let that bother me as I managed t0 sleep through most of them.

I also enjoyed a fun day at the lake with the Simon and Dunlap family. I put my feet in the lake for the first time! It was not quite the same as the bath water I am used to. So needless to say, I was a little hesitant at first, but daddy encouraged me to keep trying. I ventured to Lansing too this past weekend to go out to eat with G and G Parrott at Logan's. They let you throw peanuts on the floor there. I can't wait to go back there when I get bigger.

This week I figured out how to suck on my fist. I even tried to fit the whole thing in my mouth- not an easy task. I am still enjoying my baths as I get a chance to relax and unwind at the end of the day before it is time for bed. By the way... I slept 5 hours again on Friday night. Mommy was pleased once more.

I thought I got to see a sighting of Obi-Won Kenobi, but it was just Wrigley being Wrigley.

Smiling has started to become a habit of mine when asked to. I think it makes people feel happy.

Love ~Brody~