18-Month Report

Today was Seth's 18-month check-up. As usual, he is doing well in all areas. Here are his official stats:

Weight: 27lbs. 10oz. (80th%)
Height: 34.25in. (90th%)

I am still amazed that he is is now in the 80th percentile. I remember when he was barely making it on the chart. Guess he just needed "real" food. ha. He got three vaccines today as well, and it went as well as expected. He fussed during but was over it immediately.

Seth is doing pretty well developmentally. He doesn't have much of a vocabulary yet, but the nurse said he is not behind by their standards...he has until he is 2 to have some words. He definitely understands what is going on, recognizes words and ideas. For example, if I say "blocks" he will look for or go pick up his bag of blocks. He will also hold up his socks and shoes to his feet. He knows when Evan or I is going to leave and doesn't like to see us go most times. He is beginning to show his temper and will stomp his feet when unhappy. So, he's behaving typically. He has a mouth full of teeth (probably around 16 teeth). Teething has been interesting. It throws him off with his sleep, his butt breaks out, and is an overall trying time. But, we manage.

The nurse said he had a sweet demeanor, and that's true. He loves to smile and laugh. Loves to "wrestle" with daddy. So, no worries here.

Ready for the Weekend?

Well, apparently Seth is ready for the weekend tonight. We went to Grandpa George and Grandma Elaine's for a couple days to help out with a project. It was fun to see them again!

Seth is a few days away from his 18-month milestone. He's doing well! I will post more details after his check-up on Tuesday.

Have a good weekend everyone!

Happy Birthday, Alaina!

We would like to wish Alaina a great big Happy 6th Birthday...from Aunt Angela, Uncle Evan and "baby" Seth. We hope your day was very special!

The Executive

Seth and I were just playing around yesterday and I sat him in the desk chair. He seemed so proud sitting in it, so I grabbed the camera.

It's been a trying week. Seth came down with the stomach flu on Sunday morning (then I got it Monday night) and still isn't himself. I think he is getting quite a few new teeth which has him cranky and tired, with little appetite. He wants to snuggle on the couch with his blanket quite a bit, so that's enjoyable...but I still want my happy, smiling boy back. Hopefully next week will be better.

Had to Take a Photo

This morning's sunrise was beautiful, I had to take a picture. Unfortunately, the camera didn't do the colors justice. I opened the patio door for a split second to snap this. It's very cold, but the sunrise gave the illusion of warmth...I can dream, right?

Little Minds

I think it's fun to watch Seth play and to try to figure out his thoughts/logic. Tonight as I was baking cookies, he was at the fridge playing with his toy he got from Grandpa George and Grandma Elaine. It's a farm where you put the animal pieces (all magnetic) in and it will make the animal sound, give you a small fact about the animal, etc.

I've mentioned that Seth likes to empty out cabinets and move things from one spot to another. I was especially amused tonight when I turned around to see what he was doing with his farm animals on the fridge. Below are a couple photos.


Apparently, Seth was ready to deep fry some farm animals for a snack. ha. Our little meat eater! I don't think he has seen us use the fry basket, but it is stored at his level...so it was fair game. I don't know, I thought it was cute and funny.

Back to Himself

We are all slowly getting back to normal from our colds and sinus infections. They all seem to be taking their sweet time to leave our bodies. But, Seth is back to himself and getting into all the things he was into before. I actually am pleased to see him playing and laughing again, it warms my heart.

Here are a couple photos from yesterday...I figured it had been a couple weeks since I posted anything. Seth just really enjoys emptying out cupboards and shelves. He doesn't really care what the items are, just making room for himself, apparently. (No need for comments regarding the harmful chemicals under the sink, Seth is supervised.) :o)