Cherished Treasure

My cousin Joanne is a tremendously gifted artist. For my birthday, she and my mom collaborated on a mother's necklace for me. I love it! Its hard to see the bead because of the shadow but its a beautiful Emerald stone. On top it is stamped with Benjamin's birthdate. I love the mixture of metals and the shapes.

Mexico

We had a great time in Mexico. We layed under the palopas on the beach, played in the sand, dipped our toes in the ocean and splashed about in the pool! Ahhhh....heaven!

Some of my favorite moments!

Mornings. Ready for a new day of adventures.

Underwater. What a neat picture!

So glad it turned out!

I love my floaty!

Ooooo...thats ice is cold! Give me more!!

Did I mention that I LOVE the sand?

9 months old

Our little man is 9 months old now. Look how he has changed!

What Benjamin is up to these days:

• He is crawling all over the place.
• Pulls himself up on everything.
• Walks along furniture.
• Is starting to stand alone.
• Is eating solids. Chicken, peas, sweet potatoes and squash are still amoung his favorites.
• Chomps on puffs like he has been chewing forever!
• Drinks water out of a sippy but not formula.
• Has 2 teeth.
• Is rolling a ball.

Length: 29.5 inches
Weight: 22 lbs
Head: 18.5 inches