Growing Up

Owen is hitting milestones quickly. It's exciting to watch the changes and celebrate the accomplishments. He's becoming so capable ... he'll be a toddler in no time!

Finger Food

Oh my - what a mess! But he's having so much fun, and what a great learning experience!

I have to admit, though, as a first time mom - transitioning him to more "chunky" foods and finger foods makes me so nervous. I'm constantly concerned he's going to choke! But Brian reminds me he can't be on pureed foods forever :) so I'm trying to be brave and let him learn to chew his food and even feed himself. He's doing really well, and currently the favorite chunky food is cottage cheese, and he loves to feed himself pieces of bread, little puffs, and of course - crackers! (We've also tried avocado, tofu, egg, etc...but he's not a fan yet. Texture, maybe? But we'll keep exposing him to new things, and hopefully both Owen and mom can continue to be adventurous!)

Playing with his toys in the bath

And pulling up...

... on everything!


But even with all the changes - he's still our sweet baby :)


And I guess if Owen is growing up, we are too :)
Linnea celebrated a birthday recently - enjoying a "date night" with Brian, thoughtful well wishes from family & friends, lovely flowers and card from Owen, and special time with family.