The Bragg Book: BMW

{Bennett has been 6 months old for a few days now, but here's my recap post anyway. Better late than never, right?}

Bennett Myles you are SIX months old. HALF of a year has passed by with you in our world. And might I make it known that you ARE my whole world!

Here's what you've been up to...
-You wear a size 3 diaper. Feels like you went straight from a 1 to 3..although you did wear 2's for a short time.

-You wear mostly 6-9 or 6-12 month clothes. However, if it's Carter's brand you grew out of 6 month stuff when you were about 4 months. That brand runs tiny! In PJ's you are in some 6-9 month and you even have one 12 month and it FITS. I cry when I think about that.

-You wear a size 2 shoe, although coming close on a 3. Won't be long now. Still loving shoes..lately, I've put you in a lot of boots and you love them!

-I honestly have no clue how much you weigh! When we took you for your 4 month appointment you were right at 12lbs. Praise Jesus we haven't been back to the Dr. since then! That makes me happy because that means you have been healthy! We go on Jan. 3rd for your 6 month well visit and I'm so anxious to see what you weigh and how long you have gotten! One thing is for sure, you are heavy to tote around!

-Your reflux has gotten much, much, MUCH better! You still spit up some, but it is no where like it used to be!

-You are now sleeping ALL night in your own crib! You started this at about 3.5 months old. You naturally moved your bedtime up to 7:30pm and sleep until between 7-7:30am. We did have the crib elevated a bit, but when you started getting mobile it wasn't of much use. Now you are flat and you haven't even noticed the change.

-You take 3 good naps a day still...a morning, afternoon, and evening catnap. This is if we aren't in the car alot that day, because if we are in the car you sometimes snooze the majority of the day! ha! We are getting ready to adjust our schedule though, because you are wanting to stay awake longer! I believe that evening catnap is almost out the window.

-We completely gave up the paci as it was becoming a problem to keep it in your mouth. You only wanted it to fall asleep so I figured you would find another way..and you did! Your Thumb! I think it's so sweet when you put that thumb in your mouth and shut those sweet eyes. Not sure how we are gonna deal with it later in life..but we'll cross that bridge when we get there.

-You are rolling EVERYWHERE these days. Changing your diaper is quite the task! You would roll a lot during the day, then about 2 weeks later started doing it in your sleep. It would wake you up because you would be scared of the new position, but after a couple of days you worked the issue out on your own.

-Now you are a tummy sleeper! I always put you down on your back and before I even have time to get to the monitor you have rolled over and your head is usually where your feet were! The video monitor doesn't do much good these days as you wiggle and squirm all over that crib!

-You are still sooooo incredibly HAPPY! I told your Daddy that I think God made you so smiley and happy so that I would know I'm doing an "ok" job with you while Daddy's away at work. I have honestly never seen a baby laugh and smile as much as you do...seriously. Your laugh is so adorable and I know exactly what will get it out of you! Rarely do I even have to say anything..usually just a look will do! This little personality of yours is the best and I cannot wait to watch it develop over the years. I can already see "Most Fun to Be Around" as your Senior Superlative...that's if they don't have a "Most Handsome" :)

-Your eyelashes are as long as ever and it never fails that random people stop to talk about them. You are a head-turner...even at 1/2 a year old!

-You love your bumbo seat, exersaucer, and car jumper. I can also lay you down on a blanket and you will just roll and play. So content, you are!

-You still love music and dancing! You have figured out how to tap your feet when music comes on..I think we have a little dancer on our hands! We dance around a lot together and I'm so thankful for a dancing partner while Daddy is away.

-We still skype with Daddy everyday and most of the time you show out! It's usually right at lunch time so you will eat and then play for him.

-Your hand-eye coordination is great! Your hands are forever busy and I've learned the hard way about having you close to items that are not intended for your little hands.

-You are teething something awful! Some days you will be fussy and I know it's got to be those little gums bothering you. I can feel the tooth and think it will be just a matter of a few weeks before it breaks the skin.

-Your hair has taken a real growth spurt! I looooveee it! It lays down in the front and spikes straight up at the crown of your head. Just like Daddy! Can't wait for the day I can give you your first comb-over or mohawk!

-We celebrated your Daddy's birthday in September and we threw him a little Birthday Bash via Skype. Just the 3 of us..and it was perfect! You had fun sporting some birthday attire. He even sent me some flowers and you this teddy bear for HIS birthday.

-You started eating solids and boy were you ready! You really don't like any cereal, rice or oatmeal. But when it comes to your veggies, I cannot shovel it in fast enough! Your favorites are squash, carrots, and green beans. You could go without peas, but we have to eat them my Benny! At first you weren't too sure about your fruits. I think they were too sweet or bitter for you. Now you have gotten used to them and are loving some applesauce and pears. Bananas aren't your favorite, but you will tolerate them if I mix a little with squash or carrots. As of this week you are eating a fruit for breakfast, veggie and sometimes fruit for lunch, and veggie for dinner. We'll keep working on this so you are eating more and more as time goes on.

-You are taking five 6oz bottles daily. Sometimes you don't finish you entire bottle.

-We've tried apple juice and water for the first time and you love both!

-You have had apple juice, water, and formula out of a sippy cup and loving it!

-You've been on a couple of dates recently..one with Macey, two with Brindley, and three with Kylie. You are a chick magnet.

-We have had SO much fun celebrating your first Holidays! First was Halloween, then Thanksgiving and Christmas. I LOVE dressing you up in Holiday wear and you are one stylish little man! You are always getting compliments

- You and your Daddy both dressed up as Santa! Daddy ran a 5k overseas and you wore your suit on Christmas Eve morning!

- Here are a few pics celebrating YOUR FIRST CHRISTMAS. We had a wonderful time together and I know next year will be even better when we can have your handsome Daddy in the pics!

Bennett you are such a JOY to everyone you meet, but especially to me. I am so thankful to be your mommy..not a day goes by where I don't swell with pride at the remarkable little boy you are. Thank you for being so great. You have made this half of a year worth living for...I love you my sweet Bennett boy. Here's to many, many more fun-filled months!

Mommy