Baby's First Halloween

Nothing special going on for Baby's First Halloween today. Just sporting his halloween bib. We did all of our partying last weekend.

New Clothes & Expressions

The subtle hint that Owen needed some new clothes seems to have worked. :) He received an onslaught of new apparel. Thanks to all!

I've also decided I would post a picture or two every once in a while where Owen is not smiling. Just in case you are curious to see what he looks like without a big toothless grin! :)

This is his serious face. Don't mess with him.

This is his upside down face. :)

Here's a smile. His shirt says "I get cuter by the minute." It's true. ;)

This bucket 'o blocks is just about his favorite toy right now. He likes to reach in and pull the blocks out ... oh and chew on the lid.

And this is how he relaxes after a long day.

Stubb Stewart

Grandma and Grandpa Johnson and cousins Mikah and Kellen were camping at nearby Stubb Stewart State Park this past weekend. We went out to visit them and they stopped by our house as well. Here are some pictures (stolen from Grandma)!

With the cousins. Always has to be grabbing something/someone!

Watching Kellen play with his new birthday present.

Getting strapped in the backpack for a hike.

Reading with mommy and Mikah.

Playing with Grandma.

Sharing toys.

Playing with Grandpa.

Look at how well I can stand up!

Halloween Party!

This picture is from Owen's very first Halloween Party! We had Owen's friends over from playgroup on Friday and had a great time celebrating! We went to another Halloween Party on Saturday too and Owen is officially worn out. Especially since Grandma and Grandpa Johnson just left (along with cousins Mikah and Kellen) and Grandma and Grandpa Irving just arrived!

My Profile

Name: Owen Robert
Age: 6 months, 3 weeks exactly
Nicknames: Pumpkin, Munchkin, Owenston, Owenthal, Owen Bear, Owen Monster, Little O, Cutie Von Stinkerbutt

Likes: Long walks on the beach (or around town ... not that I do much of the actual walking), exersaucing, taste-testing items, my parents (I'm too little to know any better), toys, laughing, baths and swimming.

Dislikes: Getting dressed, being alone, shots, gravity (it's against me!), hats

Things that make me smile: Mommy singing my favorite song "Whoop, there it is!", people making animal noises (especially birds and monkeys), daddy coming home from work, the "all done" sign (mom and dad just look funny doing it), and pretty much anyone smiling at me (I'm a big hit with the general public since I'll pretty much smile at anyone any time).

Favorite foods: Sweet potatoes (my favorite! Good thing mom went overboard and made lots), milk, bananas

Least favorite foods: None. I like everything so far!

Hidden (or not-so hidden) talents: Ability to evade diaper changes, singing ability, stellar balance on my feet, my ability to always find something I'm not supposed to have and stick it in my mouth, soaking shirt after shirt with drool non-stop for 3.5 months and going, good distance on my projectile spit-up, fake coughing.

Me at 6.5 Months

This video shows lots of my skills: First, I can sit up like a big boy real well now. Second, I drool like crazy still but am not getting any teeth yet (despite what everyone who sees me likes to predict!). Also, I like to flap my arms wildly. And I can kinda sing! I'm pretty talented, I know!

Rosy Cheeks

Watch out for me

If it looks like I got in a fight under my eye, it's because I did. I just knocked out my toy table. Mommy's not real happy about it though because tomorrow is portrait day.

Holy Cow!

Either this is some good sweet potato or I just stuck my finger in the light socket!

The Owen Ferris Wheel

Hello? This is Owen Calling...

Superbaby!

Here's a special sneak preview of Owen in his Halloween costume. He can't wait to wear it to Halloween parties!

Cutie Von Stinkerbutt

It may look like I just tried to drink water out of a big-boy cup but ... the truth is - it's all drool!

I really like my exersaucer!

Check out my cute outfit! I think I will wear this for my 6-month portraits ... if mom and dad ever take me in for them!

Must. Grab. Feet.

Peek-a-Boo!

Spinnin'

Here are some pictures of Owen on his Spin & Explore Gym that Grandpa and Grandma Johnson got him. He's very good now at spinning himself all the way around (and drooling while he's at it)!

Happy Autumn

(Don't let these pictures fool you - I've got a cranky one on my hands today!)

Sooooo Big!

Owen had his 6-month checkup and vaccinations today. He is getting so big. He gained almost two pounds in the last month weighing in at 16 lbs, 11 ounces. And he grew another inch. His head circumference was in the 25th percentile at birth but has jumped up to the 70th percentile now! I guess he just might take after his dad and have a giant noggin after all! :)

Today's vaccination experience was the worst so far. Owen screamed for a long time after the four pricks. Luckily, he doesn't have to go back for three more months now and then only has to get one shot.

He's out like a light now and probably will sleep a lot of today. Maybe we'll get some pictures later.

Owen Eats Bananas

Do you think i like bananas?

Check out my forehead, how did it get there?!

I like my new coat

It's a little big, but nice and warm!

Good Morning!

Here is a picture of Owen waking up from a nap refreshed and ready to go:

And here are some of Owen playing his favorite game. It's called "Just Try to Change my Diaper! I Dare You!"