5 Months Old!

Svea Grace is 5 months old today.  I sit here looking at these pictures and am amazed at how much bigger she is from one month ago.  We're not sure how much she weighs but it's probably 14 lbs something!  Svea...here's what you've been up to!

-You rolled over this month from your back to your tummy.  Your not a big fan when you get there, but the process of getting there amuses you.  It happened on a snow day and Mom and Dad were both home with you to see it!
-You are wearing size 3-6 month clothes, size 2 diaper, and a smile that could light up anyone's heart
-You are still a cat napper taking 4 naps a day 30-45 minutes each.  You fight taking a nap as well.  We think you don't want to miss out on anything.
-We had you try rice cereal today for the first time.  You didn't make any "icky" faces and kept opening up to try more, although you might have tasted it, but most if landed right back on your bib.  We'll try this maybe once a week and then really pick it up in a month
-You now are noticing Riker and Meeko and will follow their movements across the room
-You can sit with us assisting you.  If we don't give you as much help you can do it, but you fall forward in a very awkward position
-You continue to make raspberries, especially all over mommy's face in the morning when I snuggle you in bed for a few minutes waiting for my eyes to open
-You found your thumb!  You're not consistent yet, but we can see where it might become one of your favorites
-You love to stand with out help...you continue to amaze us with how strong you are
-You laughed like crazy at Grandma ripping paper, but after she left you haven't done it again.  You are very selective in what you like to giggle at, although you give smiles out like crazy
-Your hair is starting to really grow...Mom got rid of your cradle cap with a comb and it's taking off!
-As a favor to your Dad you'll blow out your diaper almost every time he feeds you a bottle
-Your favorite toys are "Sophie" the giraffe, baby paper (crackle paper), and your little bunny blanket.  I'll take a picture of you soon with your three favorites
-Your legs are like little jackhammers....we don't understand how you aren't bruising your heels, but you don't seem to mind
-We love you Svea!  We love interacting with you and watching you grow.  We are so blessed to be your parents and love every minute with you.