Merry 6 Months!!

Vaughn is getting to be such a big boy. While I know all kids go through the same milestone and stages, I am still amazed at how awesome he is. I mean come on, he can (almost) sit up by himself, successfully throw things on the floor and have me lean him over to pick them up (rinse and repeat), his first tooth has come through, eating real food when it strikes his fancy, being able to manipulate himself in the jumper to turn and jump, and being in general the best and happiest  kid I could have ever asked for.

Vaughn went into his 6 month check up and he was such a trooper. As is common he got his measurements and the dreaded shots done.

Height 28"-96%tile

Weight 15lbs-11%tile

Head17"-79%tile

 Based on the numbers he is turning into to a regular string bean, or as the doctor said a lollipop since his head is so big.

 Jake was able to come with us since he had the day off. It was fun to have him there, since he hasn't had that opportunity. He had all kinds of questions about what they were doing and why. I love his curiosity, I hope Vaughn has that same desire to learn and find new things to explore. I forget that sometime since my days are often very rote.

 Anyway....

As is his MO the shots came and he screamed, but only long enough for me to put his pants back on and give him a quick cuddle. After that, he was fine for the duration of the afternoon, not putting up a fuss when we went to the mall to do a bit of last minute shopping.

This was also his first opportunity to meet Santa. Yes, at 6 months he has already sat on the Jolly Old Elf's lap. What was more amazing is that he didn't cry. We found this interesting since he cries when Grandpa Nichols is around. Due to his general awesomeness, we were able to get this cute photo.

 

 Jake and I are marveling at the fact that this time last year I had heard Vaughn's heartbeat for the first time and we were telling our parents that we were pregnant as our gift to them. Now we have a 6 month old boy that we get to love and adore.

Not much more I could say other than...

Life is grand.