Our kids seem to be growing up quickly these days. I've already mentioned Gracie's haircut and potty training, but Charlie has also had some exciting days! He has begun eating solid food. He started with rice cereal, but after several fussy days we switched to oatmeal which he seems to like much better. He's also tried avocado, but wasn't a big fan.

His first feeding...

Whoa! What's all the excitement about?!?

Seriously? You want me to keep this in my mouth?

Hey! That was kinda fun!

It's always a challenge to get the food into his mouth because all he wants to do is chew on his bib.

One time Grace was willing to share her high chair with Charlie. We're working on getting her excited about a booster seat. Charlie looks so small in it compared to her! Notice he's still chewing on his bib!

In addition to starting solid food, Charlie is teething. He is not content unless is has something in his mouth at all times and is a drool monster. There's no sign of any popping through yet, but I'm sure they're not far away. We've also attempted to stop swaddling, but after several days of short naps and a cranky baby have decided to stick with it awhile longer. After all, if it's not broke, don't fix it, right!?! His doctor has assured me it's doing no harm, so he will continue sleeping in his little straight jacket (aka the Miracle Blanket) awhile longer.

We've called him "Charlie Bear" since the day he was born and now he's living up to his name. He has started growling all the time. It is so funny! He is also having lots of fun blowing raspberries and experimenting with mouth. He has gotten quite noisy lately!

Here are a couple cute pictures from a couple nights ago.