16 lbs. and 4.5 oz.

North, this is now how much way at 5 and half months. You have doubled your birthweight. I can't believe it. Daddy came home yesterday after being gone for a week and he was so impressed with how much you had grown in just a week. Your coordination with your hands has definitely developed as you are now reaching for items in front of you and grabbing them with a very strong grip. You have now started pulling mommies hair so I can no longer have my hair down. :)
The other day the vacuum cleaner scared you for the first time. You cried so mommy picked you up and vacuumed the entire apartment while holding you. It was quite a workout, but I didn't mind because you held tightly to me and cuddled your head into my shoulder.
You are wearing 6 months clothes right now because you are so long. You have also discovered your blue teddy bear from Great Grandpa Mac and you love him so much. Every time you see him you light up and reach your hands to him. When mommy lets you have him you pull him close, give him a big squeeze and rub your nose into his soft fur.
Another thing your daddy and I have started doing to make you laugh is hold you and make you chase after the dog around the living room. You love this so much. Your mouth goes wide open with a smile and you giggle and giggle as we make your feet touch the floor and jump onto the dog's back. You love grabbing the doggie's fur too much to Teryx's dislike, but he lets you because he is a good doggie who will learn to love you. I think secretly he already does. :)
Also, mommy thinks that as you grow your eyes are looking more like mine in shape. Your hair is growing lighter and lighter every day and definitely has a beautiful wave.
You love to swim. Mommy has taken you at least three times this past week and you have loved it. You smile and laugh and kick your feet like crazy.
You definitely have a very fussy time in the late afternoon. It seems that you are trying to wean yourself off of your afternoon nap. You only sleep for a half hour. Right now your schedule is:
7AM Wake up and feed (7 oz.)
9AM nap
11AM Wake up and feed
1:30PM sleep
3PM Wake up and feed
5PM sleep
5:30PM wake up and play
7PM Last feed and bathtime
7:30PM bedtime

Yesterday I watched the video of your birth my son and then looked at you sleeping. You are a gift my son, a beautiful and precious gift. I am so thankful to God for you and your health. You were such a strong and healthy baby coming out and you have continued to be strong and healthy. We love you so very much!!