4 Months Old

With a little bit of warmer weather and Layton being 4 months we have had a lot of new things happen.  First, Layton got to go on his first stroller walk.  He loved it! He just sat there the entire time not making a peep and taking in everything around him.  He enjoyed watching the dogs walking in front of him and coming up to sniff him now and again.  It was still a bit chilly, but he enjoyed being outside. 

At Layton's 4 month appointment he measured 12 lbs 9 oz and 25 3/4 inches.  His weight is still in the 15% and didn't change from his 2 month check up.  His length is in the 80% and is way up from his 2 months and his head is also still at 3%.  It's still crazy to think he is 4 months old already! WOW! Layton's favorite things are: laughing, playing with his play mat, chewing on everything, eating, he still loves getting his diaper changed, trying to talk, hearing himself scream (for some reason he has been doing this a lot lately) and his Dad's favorite... his new love of watching basketball!  We discovered this during March Madness.  Layton would be playing with something until the game came on and then he would stop everything and watch the game until commercials before going to back to his toy.  It was the funniest thing.  He wouldn't even take his bottle unless he was positioned so he could watch the game as he ate.  Definitely his father's son!

And of course with being 4 months comes getting to eat rice cereal and starting his veggies and fruits.  Layton LOVES to eat his big boy food! I was so surprised how well he did the first time.  The Dr. told me it would mostly be a learning experience the first few times, but he caught right on and has no problems eating it.  We have done the rice for a week now and tonight he actually had his first veggie: carrots. 

Tummy Anyone?

Right now if you want to hear one of the cutest laughs in the world you have to tickle Layton's tummy!  He loves it when you blow on, kiss or tickle his tummy.  When you pull up his shirt he knows its coming and starts to squil.  Last night I was getting him ready for bed and decided to tickle him.  He was laughing so hard he started screaming really high and then just started giggling.  His legs were kicking and had the biggest grin on his face.  We need to see if our video camera works so we can get it on video, its too cute to not remember!

Layton's Blessing

Yesterday we were able to bless Layton despite our family getting sick the day before.  It was a very tiring day but it was great! Thanks to all those who came and took the risk of getting sick. Thanks to everyone who helped us the entire weekend as well! We have the best family and am so greatful for all that you guys do to help us. 

Layton wearing his Daddy's blessing oufit

His blue booties were made by his Great Grandma Findlay

3 Months Old

We can't believe Layton is 3 months old! He is getting so big and has been so much fun.  His favorite things right now are his bottle, bouncer, hands in his mouth, being tickled, having his bum changed and then being bare for awhile, showering with Daddy, being talked to, sticking his toungue out, cooing, standing, sitting up, stretching, kicking his legs, and running in place.

Last night we had a big milestone... Layton SLEPT ALL NIGHT!!! He went to bed about 10:30 and didn't wake up until 7:30! Waking up and realizing he hadn't been up all night actually made me nervous.  He normally gets up at 7, so I was waiting until then before I checked on him.  After about 7:05 I couldn't handle it anymore and had to go check on him.  Of course he was fine and so I went back to bed.  Right as I started to fall back to sleep, he woke up.  Luckily he took a nap with me after about an hour of playing.

Layton Kendall

Layton is here! Sorry it took us so long to post some pictures.  We are just so happy that he is here, healthy, and such a sweet little boy.  Layton was born at 2:45 am on Wednesday, November 25th.  We were able to leave the hospital the next day at noon.  After a 2 minute stop at our house to grab a diaper bag we went out to my parents (Findlays) for Thanksgiving dinner. It was a very long day, but we were happy to be out of the hospital. 

Our little family right after Layton was born.

6 lbs 12 oz 19 in

After all the pocking and measuring he was finally able to rest.

All bundled up ready to go to Grandma & Grandpa's.

Happy boy after his first bath at home!

2 years and counting!

Happy anniversary honey! This is my (Kendall) first post, and i thought what better time to do it than on our anniversary. I just wanted to take a moment to tell everyone how happy and blessed i am to have such a wonderful wife! She puts up with soooo much from me. She endures my endless teasing and can even tell me she loves me with a straight face every night! I am extremly excited to be a father, but even more excited for Kirsti to be a mother. I know she will be terrific! She has already had 2 years experience dealing with a child, however this one may be a little smaller. I love you so much and give thanks everyday that you are in my life. I just thought i would let everyone know how special you are to me, even though i don't outwardly show it very well. I hope you can continue to put up with me and that i have brought you at least a fraction of the happiness you have brought me over the past 2 years. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!

Wiggle Worm

The last few weeks have been especially fun with Layton moving around in my tummy. Kendall has been able to feel him better and know when it's him vs. my breathing. Last night Layton wouldn't sit still. Right after Kendall fell asleep I had to wake him up to have him feel Layton. As we would move our hand or fingers across my tummy, Layton would follow with his foot or hand. It was really fun to have a little more interaction with him other than just feel him move. We are anxiously counting down the days, and hope that because he his measuring 2 weeks early he will come 1 week early so he isn't close to Christmas. I guess we will see...