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Just a video this time--and while I think Miles is pretty awesome in it, my singing is not quite as amazing. In case you would like to know the background on the songs, Bart and I made up both of them, and they seem to be the best thing to distract Miles when he is fussy. For Halloween, Miles was a super hero named Napping Baby, which was the inspiration for the song Bart made up to the tune of "B-I-N-G-O." The first song is the one I made up one day after we were substitutes in Primary. It goes to the tune "Scripture Power."

And what a happy five months it has been! Here are some pictures of the things Miles has been up to lately. He has learned the following...

how to play in the couch cushions:

how to celebrate Thanksgiving:






how to try new foods (squash and carrots):



 how to open presents:






 how to make a mess:



 how to celebrate my birthday!


how to use tools:

Miles was helping Bart and I put up our newly made headboard. He loved the level--I think because it wasn't too heavy and fit perfectly in his little fingers. Below is a picture of the headboard. We still don't have matching bedding, but we are working on that. When my mom was here in October, we made this headboard--I know, pretty awesome, huh?! It only took Bart and I a month to get it hung on the wall. It sure is cool to have a headboard that is the right size for the mattress--and it's padded no less! We love how the whole project turned out. I'll take better pictures once we get the room completed. For now, just enjoy the adorable reindeer and awesome headboard--both of which we made. hahaha!

A few weeks ago, we were able to get family photos taken by a girl in our ward. She did a fabulous job and of course, we think Miles is adorable in EVERY picture. Below are a few of my favorites--it was hard to pick cause I liked so many of them. (If Bart wants to put his favorites up, he can!)

Miles is getting over his first cold. We took a few pictures on the first day he was sick. Unfortunately he also got his four month shots that same day. He felt pretty rotten that night and it was apparent by the contnuous moaning/whimpering that we heard coming from the poor baby!

His stats from his four month appt were:
Length 25 1/2 inches (67%)
Weight 15 lbs 1.5 oz (43%)
Head circumference (60%)
Cuteness (100%)

This was how happy Miles was before he got his concoction of rice cereal and formula. Miles really liked the high chair and the spoon best, but he was a trooper and didn't fuss at all even though he clearly wasn't too excited about the actual eating. Below is the video and some after shots. Bart and I tasted the stuff so we would know what he was eating. IT WAS DISGUSTING. I seriously almost vomited. Luckily I'm going to follow it with some ice cream. Unfortunately, Miles isn't so lucky.






What a big boy! We love you Miles!

Miles is keeping us on our toes these days. It's so amazing to see his little personality develop and change. We love seeing that he has a mind of his own--even though it means it sometimes disagrees with ours! He is fascinated by most things and really tries to absorb everything he sees. He's super curious and whenever there is something different or misplaced from its usual location, he notices it. He is talkative and likes to sleep on his tummy, even thought it still kind of makes him angry when he can't roll back. Below are some of his most recent accomplishments.

Dressing up to celebrate Halloween:

Spending time with Nana:

Climbing trees (and drooling):

Feeding himself:

Doing laundry:

Rolling over:



Jumping (and chewing):

Flying:


Attempting to scoot (he's never been too fond of tummy time!):


Playing with his toes:

P.S. Those are not Christmas lights--they are Halloween lights cause our house is so spooky! Meow!

You guessed it--Miles officially rolled over on October 4th. I don't think he liked it too much once he realized that all that work just landed him on his tummy, which still isn't his favorite place to be. But we are pretty dang proud of him. He has officially become a side sleeper, just like his mama.

I think I'm way more excited about this event than he is. See below. And pay attention for the hilarious burp at the very end (it's quite subtle).

Miles-poo,

You are getting so big I can hardly stand it. Let's recap some of the new things you have learned this month.

how to pack for a trip:

how to sleep in various positions:

how to laugh:
(Miles is a funny baby--he first laughed while we danced and sang "I like big butts." This is a video of a subsequent laugh--it's not as obvious, but he's still just as cute.)



how to make funny faces:


how to play with his hands:



how to watch tv:
(We figured General Conference wasn't a bad thing to watch on tv)



how to grasp things:


how to multitask:
(3 sources of comfort--2 thumbs and one puppy)






how to read:



how to be the happiest baby ever:

I'm pretty sure the stupendous-ness of this video speaks for itself considering the star. Who knew babies were so awesome (especially one in particular)? Sorry the video turns, the camera was distracting Miles.

See below for a cute picture too!

I love this little boy so much!

Miles does not like exercising. I think he gets that from me. However, we are doing our best as a family to be more active. I go on one walk a day, Bart goes on two bike rides a day, and Miles does tummy time three times a day. I think he's getting used to it because today I actually caught him enjoying it a little. Also, where did my little baby go?

On Sunday, we had Miles's baby blessing. It was a very special day and Miles was so well behaved! I gave him a little pep talk before church and asked him to please not spit up on his cute outfit and try not to cry during the blessing so that I could hear what was said. He was so obedient! Bart told me he cooed during the blessing, which I would have loved to hear. And he held all his spit up in until Bart brought him back to the pew, at which time he promptly spit up his breakfast. What a good baby!

Our neighbors came to the blessing and were kind enough to take some photos for us. Here are some of the best ones. Of course, Miles is the most photogenic.