Christmas

Marcus' first christmas was so much fun! On our way into Danbury we stopped at Klaff's where aunt Terry works and met her coworkers including Stacy, Judy, Lisa, & John. They were so nice & welcomed us like old friends. We spent most of christmas eve at Lynn's. Marcus loved being around all the people and stayed up until about 11.30! Everyone was impressed with him- he was cheerful even though he was exhausted. He is such a people person & it shows!
He got so many fun and thoughtful gifts... I'll post a list later.











When we woke up on Christmas morning, Marcus had so much fun with grampy playing with the trains and the remote control cars!









Then we had a delicious breakfast and Aunt Lizzie and Uncle Mike came over. Joe captured the resemblance between Marcus & Mike at their first meeting- quite striking!









We packed up and headed over the G&G's house for more delicious food and good company. What a great day! I think Marcus has decided he LIKES christmas- A LOT!!!

Seven Months accomplishments

Marcus has learned to give "high fives" and kisses. He is starting to get snuggly and gives hugs. When he is excited he squeals- this reaction is contagious & makes everyone smile!
He is trying so hard to crawl but nothing yet. When he does get up on hands and knees, he goes backwards. He is really into watching the fish and loves to eat everything and anything- broccoli rabe is the latest surprise. He is eating oatmeal and some other food once or twice a day plus tastes of whatever we're eating.
His sleep is SOOOO much better than it was a few weeks ago. He is sleeping in his crib only and sleeps from 7ish to 7.30 with one feeding/wake up when we goto sleep and another around 3, 4, or 5AM. If he cries it is only for a short time. Naps are better too! He is on a three hour schedule which is roughly awake for two hours and asleep for one.
Everyday is the best age. Can't wait to see what tomorrow will bring. Love, mommabear
PS Happy 5 years, Poppabear. You're the best! I love you so.

A cold

Looks like Marcus has a cold. His first since the one we all had in the first days of his life. That's not so bad I guess but it is still hard to see him all congested. He is still in good spirits- what a good little guy! Get well soon, Marcus!!!
Hope we didn't share germs with the family yesterday...

Santa

Today we met with Grammy and Nanny, Grandma, Great Grandma & pa, at the Milford mall to see Santa. We had a great time!

Projectile Vomit...

...is just as amazing as it's cracked up to be.

Six month accomplishments

In his sixth month, Marcus has discovered gravity, mastered sitting up, learned the joys of "solid" food, and loves to blow little puffs of air.
So much more but these are a few of the recent developments.

Marcus' first Thanksgiving and a few other pics

Hi All,
Here are a few pictures of why I loved my first Thanksgiving:

Apple pie- delicious and fun to squish between my fingers










Who me?










I also ate my first raspberry and loved it- Yum! (Terry was so brave to hold me during this feeding frenzy!)













A few pictures from today- Have you ever tried to touch a rainbow?










G is for Grammy & Grampy and Grandma & Grandpa













M is for motorcycle and MARCUS!










Did you notice I can sit up by myself now?!?










Well, did you?










Yeah, I'm cool like that.













I Love you guys!
MarCus & his 'rents