An Oregon Christmas

We just returned from a week in Oregon with my family. It was wild. 13 adults, 3 babies and one three-year old under one roof. Meals were a major production, showers were short, games were played, and it was a white Christmas to top it all off. We had a wonderful time. We took loads of pictures and video footage - my nephew Asher had Harrison laughing the hardest he has ever laughed. We loved it. Thanks mom and dad for a wonderful week. We love Ashland and can't wait to come back!

Major Milestones

Last week I was cleaning the kitchen and listening for Harrison to wake up from his nap. All of a sudden I heard a scream through the monitor (my heart skipped a beat) and I raced back to his room and threw open the door. What did I find? Harrison gripping the sides of his cradle with his hands and one leg jammed through the wooden slats on the side. He was stuck. His kicking game had ended abruptly and he was VERY unhappy about it. It was a serious situation that I couldn't help but laugh at. Jordan and I had been leisurely shopping for cribs for several weeks - but I realized then that the search had to intensify and a new crib needed to make its way into our little man's bedroom. We decided we wanted black furniture so we ordered a crib and spent the next two days sanding, priming and painting the other furniture we already had in the room to match the crib. Is it insane that my 6 month old has the nicest room in the place? After shopping for a few minor accessories (bedding!) the room is almost totally done and looks fantastic. Harrison is free to toss and turn as much as he pleases!

Another major first....Harrison (much to my sadness is losing some of his chubbs) and has discovered that he has feet. He can grab them and especially likes to suck on them in the tub! It is so fun to watch him change every day. Life is getting better and better. My mom has been telling me over and over 'Just make it to 6 months and you will see major improvements.' She was right. He sleeps better and is lots of fun in the evening ( a MAJOR change). I think I am going to make it!