Growing Boy

My little man had his fifteen month check-up today. (I know, he's closer to sixteen months now!) He weighed in at 22 lbs and is in the 25th% on height and weight. He is perfectly healthy! I am so greateful for that. Bennett really is the sweetest, happiest, cutest boy ever. I am so proud to be his momma. Here are a few things about Bennett at this fun age.

- He is always happy. Seriously. He doesn't cry unless he gets hurt.

- He has eight teeth with two more coming.

- He has the walking thing down. He tries to run but just trips on his feet and falls down.

- He LOVES mom. He follows me around like a little puppy dog and if I even put my coat on like I'm leaving he clings to my leg or won't let me put him down.

- He really likes dinosaurs lately. I bought a book called Dinosaurs Love Underpants and it's the only book that he will sit and listen to. He also has dino jammies and a figurine and he roars whenever he sees them.

- He is a great eater. Some of his favorite foods are cucumbers, goldfish crackers, and German pancakes.

- He can say uh-oh, dada, and sometimes momma. He makes the sounds of a monkey, tiger, puppy, elephant, and a couple other animals.

- He loves his sisters. He loves to play with them and do what they are doing.

- He's a good sleeper. He loves his bed. If we try to get him out before he is ready he moves to the far corner of the crib and grunts at us and shakes his head 'no'.

- He loves music and is a very good singer. He likes to lead the music in church!

- He is really good at followig directions. He can put toys away, put things in the garbage, and get his shoes, among other things.

Bennett is turning into a little boy! I can't believe it. The time has gone too fast. I want it to stop. This morning I woke up to fire truck sirens outside and then I heard Bennett in his crib mimicking the siren. It was so cute! He is always smiling and doing cute things. I am constantly staring at him and admiring his darling face- dimples, blue, blue eyes, and his very blonde hair.

I love you Benny! Please stop growing so quickly.