Eight Months

My little boy is now eight months old. I've said this a million times, but I still can't believe how fast he is growing. Everyday is different and it is such a joy to see him experiment and learn. Some of his new favorite tricks include:

1. Pulling him-self up to the standing position using a stationary object. This new trick has caused several bumps on the head. I try to be there every second, but sometimes I fail and then feel guilty for the rest of the day.
2. Patty cake. He now claps his hands when we say patty cake or just when he wants some attention.
3. He recently started to say "ma-ma-ma-ma-ma-ma". This is more of a noise than a word, but still cute.
4. When we give him a bottle and put him to bed he pats me or his dad on the cheek the entire time. We think it is adorable. It's his little way of saying I love you.
5. Everett loves to go on walks and take baths. He flails his arms and squeals with joy whenever he hears the bath water running.

He is a sweetheart and fills his parents hearts with joy everyday!