I am on Myspace!

Ok, so Margaret really wanted my mom to be on myspace... but because she doesn't need to find a date and she is somewhat against the whole phenom, she created an account for me! I guess she thinks it doesn't count if it isn't in her name:P If you get tired of looking at the blog and want to play on myspace, you can find me at: http://www.myspace.com/liamhoyt

Picture Time!

Here I am... almost 3 months old and getting bigger everyday. My Mom made me pose in a couple different outfits this weekend, so she could get some new pictures. Since my parents have a digital camera, they take lots and lots of pictures.

I have been busy growing and learning to kick my feet. My favorite thing to do is sit in my bouncy chair and kick the animals that hang down. It makes me laugh, squeal and yell because it is so much fun. My other favorite activity is standing (with the help of a big person, of course!). My legs are getting super strong!

My parents got a new car, so I have been spending a lot of time in it. It is a volvo and it has a rear seat that will be a lot of fun when I am old enough.

This weekend was busy!! Friday night I had my first night of babysitting!!! Grandma came over while Mom and Dad went to the movies. It was a blast. I love Grandma a lot! Then on Saturday we had dinner with Gina and Andy. It was delish and I got to show off my little legs. We had a bbq on Sunday because the weather was so nice. It was great to see some of my aunties!

Me and My Big Head

I had to go see Dr Lydia for my 2 month check up yesterday and it was not fun! I didn't mind the first part... getting weighed, having my height and head measured, laughing at Shivon, seeing Dr Lydia but then I got poked in the leg! Three times!! I now weigh 14lbs, am 23.5" long and my head is 17" around. My head is so big that I am bigger than the 100th percentile for my age! Lydia said there is no need to worry, it probably means I will be a smart kid. I showed her my new tricks, like standing, supporting my head and cooing. I guess that standing is a 4 month old trick.

After the shots yesterday, I was not very happy the rest of the day and needed to be cuddled a lot. I have been sleeping a lot more at night, last night I was asleep for over 7 hours! Mom thinks I must be getting ready to grow again. She has school again tonight, so I get to have a guys night with my dad. 

My Two Months of Growth

Yesterday marked two months out in the world. I've accomplished a few milestones along the way.

• I now hold my own head up.
  
• I can babble pretty good, especially when I am eating in the middle of the night and Daddy is sleeping.
  
• I can "stand", or at least support my own weight while on my feet and in Mommy or Daddy's hands.
  
• I've started wearing 3-6 month-sized clothing.
  
• I can smile and laugh (see picture).
  
• I entertain myself by staring at toys held above my head. This is different than the usual staring at fans and lights. My toys seem to be alive and I interact with them somewhat.
  
• I can ride in the baby bjorn face out.
  
• I sleep in my bassinette at night.
  
• I've totally grown out of the whole swaddling thing.
  

I start immunizations on Monday and I get to see Dr. Lydia and Shivon to get my check-up. Mommy and Daddy are obsessed with my weight and height whereas I just like to eat... often! In the next couple months, I am looking forward to sitting up, grabbing stuff, and mostly to learning how to stick EVERYTHING in my mouth!

 

My First Trip to the Beach

On Friday my mom decided it would be a good idea to go watch the sun set at the beach. So, we packed up Darwin, picked up dad and went to Cannon Beach. It was kind of cold but I had a lot of fun riding in my Baby Bjorn. I can't wait until I am old enough to ride looking outwards! While it is very comfortable to lay my head on dad's fleece, I just can't see very much. After our walk on the beach and playing some fetch with Darwin, we stopped at Mo's for dinner to go. It was a lot of fun!

Last night was moms first day back in school, so I stayed at home with dad. I really like dad and me time, I stayed awake and talked to him almost the whole time. Well, it is sunny outside so mom and I are headed out to do some weeding!