Blessing

I, for one, was shocked to look out the window last Sunday morning and find everything coated in thick snow. I coated my thick baby in white knit, and he was a little angel for his blessing. Brent did a beautiful job, and X didn't buck or twist in the circle nearly as much as we feared he would. It was so nice to have our families at church with us for Lennox's special day. He is such a smooshy love.

Gotcha!

When I say X's favorite place to be is close to his brother, I'm not just trying to be cute. He wants Oliver in his sights at all times. Unfortunately, Oliver usually doesn't stay in one place long enough for Lennox's liking. But when Oliver is close (like when--joy of joys-- he is strapped in his high chair beside X's), Lex likes to touch Brother's face like a blind man getting a good look at someone. Oliver construes this as an invitation to chomp X's fingers. OUCH! Lennox forgives quickly and can't help but come back for more.

BUTTER

Forever Family

September 9, 2008 was Mom and Dad's 9 year anniversary, and we celebrated the best way we could think of. The boys looked like angels when they were brought into the sealing room. X was a little cherub at the altar where Grandma Lora held him. He looked quite at home in the temple: all white and sweet. And Oliver was a well-behaved little man as he sat on Shayna's lap. Brent's uncle Alan did an exceptionally beautiful job officiating the sealing. Heaven was tangible. Thanks to our dear family members and friends who joined us last Tuesday night in the Jordan River Temple for this special event. We took lots of photos afterward. We look a little wind-battered, but we feel very blessed.

My Favorite Place is Close to Brother

Six Month Check Up

X was six months old on August 21st. His check up was delayed because our pediatrician's wife had a baby on our original appointment date. But we got in to see the doctor on Wednesday, and here is our report: 18 pounds 11oz ( 77%) and 28 inches (93%). 100% cute. Lennox was very brave for his shots--he only cried briefly. He is sitting up well; and when he tips over, he scoots himself backwards on his tummy. He is endeavoring to give himself a concussion, we think. He bucks and squirms and throws himself around. He's a madman in the bath and always leaves the whole bathromm drenched. We can't believe how quickly he is growing and changing. By the way, on August 4th, Lex was the same age Oliver was when Oliver became Big Brother.