Halloween

Our first Halloween as a family of three was fun. Blake decided to go as a shark (or maybe we decided for him). He looked absolutely adorable, and didn't even seem to mind the costume.
We went treat or treating to a few houses in our neighborhood with our friends, the Martini family. Blake's girlfriend, Isla, went dressed as an elephant. Those two together are too cute for words!

The water isn't safe

This shark is on the loose

Just look at those chompers!

Mama & Blake

Daddy & One Happy Shark

Blake & Isla

Blake & Nanny Linda celebrating Halloween

In Disguise

Pumpkin Butt

Blake is 5 Months Old

Oh boy! What a great month it has been. We have had the opportunity to enjoy some good family time, football games, and BBQs with friends. And the little man seems to take all these activities in stride. He is pretty easy going, and enjoys just checking things out.

New tricks include:

• Playing with his toes endlessly, and even trying to get them in his mouth...a true feat of dexterity!
• Rolling back and forth, back and forth, back and forth, back and forth (you get the idea!)
• AND DRUMROLL...Sleeping through the night. Twelve wonderful hours straight!

Playing...

Eating (kind of)...

 

Pumpkin Patch

We went to the Pumpkin Patch at Irvine Regional Park with Nanny, Grandpa, David, Theresa, and the boys. And a good time was had by all. However, it was brief for us because nap time was rapidly approaching. But, we were still able to get a few photos and Blake got his first pumpkin!

USC vs. Colorado

We took Blake to his first USC game against Colorado. The little man must be good luck because it was a blow out! Blake seemed to enjoy looking at all the people, lights, and scoreboard.

Heading into the Coliseum

With Uncle Rog

Blake thought the game was a little boring at times

Looking good in all his SC gear

Blake is 4 months old!

These days the saying "Time flies when you're having fun" is holding true. The last month has really flown by. Our little baby is no longer a newborn...He is a little man full of smiles, laughter, and personality. And he has already learned how to work a crowd, all it takes is showing off those blue eyes, a quick smile, and he is melting hearts!

Blake continues to be "above average" when it comes to size. He weighed in at 16 lbs (63%) and is 26 inches long (85%). And he is easily fitting into 6 month size clothes.

Blake's newest skills include:

• Laughing, especially when tickled by Eric.
• Grasping toys with both hands.
• Imitating sounds, "mama" is his favorite (And I didn't coach him at all... I swear!)