Oops! Damon is wearing the same outfit from last month!
Eight months old



Oops! Damon is wearing the same outfit from last month!

Right after Christmas, we decided to start Damon on “real” food in addition to his bottles. Even though his pediatrician gave us the green light in November, we just weren’t ready to take the plunge until the holidays were over.

This is the closest thing to a belly laugh Damon has given us so far. And, of course, Avery was the source of his laughter!

A few weeks ago, Avery noticed that Damon’s first tooth had popped through his lower gums. We knew the second one would be close behind. Here is a close-up photo of his first two chompers. Enjoy his adorable toothless grin


Just during the past week, Damon has started playing peek-a-boo. When we say, “Where’s Damon?” he covers his face with a blanket. Then when he pulls down the blanket, we say, “Peek-a-boo!” and he gives a big smile. It’s so

Since we celebrated six months of knowing and loving Damon last week, today it was time for his next doctor’s appointment. Here are his current stats: Weight – 16 pounds, 12 ounces (25th percentile) Length – 26.5 inches (25th percentile)

Has it really been six months since God blessed us with this wonderful boy? Happy half-birthday, Sweetness!

Just like every year, 2014 was full of highs and lows, though I’d say there were more highs than lows. Here is a brief synopsis of how I will remember this year: The Good – Chris and I celebrated 10 wonderful

“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6 As you celebrate