4 months

Caleb,

You are one happy baby. This past month has been a really fun one for your dad and I to see how much you're changing. You've hit several big developmental milestones this month, which I must admit I'm so proud of you! I now understand the feeling of being proud of your child.

One big milestone is that you rolled over for the first time a couple weeks ago! Yes, you continue to dislike tummy time, but I've made you do it regardless and it's starting to pay off! You've rolled over 2 more times since then and are starting to hold yourself up by your forearms when on your tummy. You also now grab toys and any other object in your reach pretty much and try to put them in your mouth. Note that I say 'try' because often times I hear you get frustrated and I find you trying to put Scout's entire paw in your mouth. You'll learn eventually I guess! The whole taking interest in toys though has been so helpful for momma because now you're beginning to entertain yourself, which means more time for me to do chores and other things!

You've discovered your voice recently and have been testing out those vocal chords ever since. You squeal at just about everything now, which makes us laugh a lot. It's even endearing to hear you squeal at 4:30 in the morning (hey, it's better than crying!). Our hearts melt when we hear you coo and laugh when you wake up in the mornings. Please continue to do this - it's so much more charming than your 5 minutes of grunting and thrashing of arms that you used to do.

This past month you got to meet your great grandaddy, great grandma, and the rest of the Krieger clan in Pittsburgh. Once again you were a trooper in the car - rode a whole 9 hours without that much fussing! We got a picture of the 4 generations of Krieger men - you, your dad, your grandaddy and your great grandaddy.

Things you love right now are: sitting up in your bumbo seat, your stuffed dog, daddy playing Superman with you, putting weight on your legs and standing up, watching momma cook from your doorway bouncer, going for walks, and of course you still love Scout.

Thanks for sleeping better recently. We had a week this month where you were horrible, but you're beginning to get a lot better. You now sleep at least 6 consecutive hours at night and wake up around 7:30 every morning. Your napping is getting better too, which makes me a happy momma.

You continue to amaze us with how big you are. You are in the 90th percentile for weight - weighing in at 16 pounds 8 ounces! I hate to admit it, but I'm already having to put away some 6 month size clothes and looking for what we have in the 9 month size! You're still losing hair, but it looks as though you'll be a blondie soon enough. Your eyes have somehow gotten even more blue so I'm thinking they are going to stay that color (yay!).

Caleb your dad and I love you so much. You bring so much joy to our lives. We continue to pray for you and thank God every day for such a blessing you are to us!