Grady is EIGHT months old!

My, my how time has flown by!

Yes, I'm 10 days late posting this update; however, I will say my life is quite a bit busier now than it was just three weeks ago.

- He wears size 4 diapers.
- He primarily wears 12-18 month clothes.
- He loves to clap his hands, pat his legs (or anything really), and stick his tongue out. He has the most precious giggle with an infectious smile. Seriously, I can't take him anywhere without him attracting some attention from all ages of people. He literally seeks out people to get them to look at him. It's precious!! And strange since I'm more of an introvert myself.
- He loves going to the grocery store. Every time we go, he just laughs and talks non stop.
- He has started eating formula during the day while momma works and is breast fed each morning, evening, and night. It seems to be going well for us so far. It's been an easier transition than I thought it would be given the abrupt changes that have taken place in our lives.
- He loved getting to spend two weeks during the day with GranMolly as I started my new job as a third grade teacher. Yesterday was his first day at Zac's cousin Natalie's house. I think he'll love it there, getting to play with his little cousins - Sam and Gracie. Thank you, Natalie, so much for offering to watch him. Words can't fully express our gratitude, but Zac and I couldn't think of a better place for him to be while I work.
- He is reaching for everything and has started scooting around to get things too. So far I wouldn't say he's crawling; however, he can make a complete circle and is on the verge of figuring out how to support his weight and move. It won't be long!
- He is seriously one of the happiest babies I've ever seen. Yes, it's true I haven't spent much time around other babies... but I couldn't feel more blessed to have such a well tempered child. He sleeps well. He eats well. It's wonderful!
- He loves everything I have ever given him to eat. I have tried to feed him fresh foods only. He loves all types of fruits, vegetables, and as of this past weekend, rotisserie chicken and turkey breast.
- He babbles all the time. Lately his thing is to scream. Oh and he loves to wallow all over you in your lap. It's exhausting... and I love every second of it!

Grady on the left. Me on the right!

Grampa and Grady relaxing together.

Momma-Grady dates are the best!

Sweet daddy moments on the weekend. (Yes, Zac decided to shave his head!)

Two out of three of my favorite guys!

Grady is such a precious little guy! The days of spending 24/7 with him are of the past. It truly is bittersweet. I will forever cherish the individual time I got to spend with Grady; however, I'm excited about my new job and am loving it so far. God has blessed me so much by giving me such a good baby, an amazing family (both my own and my family I married into), and an awesome school I work at - I could not have chosen a better place for me.

Much love,
Em