Madelyn had her half brithday on Nov 30th and her 6 month check up shortly after that. She has the chubbiest belly but has dropped down into the 20th percentile for her weight and height. She is a petite little girl! Maybe she will be like her cousin Emma! She is doing really well and is meeting many milestones. A few days ago she started saying "Mamamama" and now has said some "bababa"s. Daddy is coaching her on the dadadadas! She is not even close to crawling yet and seems quite content to just lay on the floor and play with whatever toys are near her. She has gotten quite good at sitting but cannot be left alone because she will eventually topple over. She is eating solids every day and loves squash. So far, she really doesn't like fruit and makes a horrible face when I attempt to feed it to her. Maybe she doesn't like the sweet taste. I guess she didn't get my sweet tooth (a good thing!).
---Parent Dedication---
At the beginning of December, Ben and I participated in a parent dedication/ child presentation at church with Madelyn. It was a really special time and both sets of grandparents were able to witness it. We dedicated Madelyn to the God in front of our church congregation and committed to raising her in a Christ centered home and to know the Lord. This is a committment we do not take lightly. After the service we had a lunch at Luke's parent's house with both of our families. A very memorable day!
---Ohio and Aunt Reba's Wedding---
We just got back from our trip to Ohio for my little sister's wedding. Madelyn did great on the plane ride and never cried (not a surprise). She continued to be a trooper as we totally messed up her schedule and missed some naps while we were there. We are so blessed to have such an accomodating baby! Rebecca was the most beautiful bride. I am so proud of you Reba! My older sister and her husband as well as my parents came out for the wedding and it was so fun to be with my family again. We got to spend special time together several days before the big event. The wedding went smoothly and was a very elegant affair! I was shocked into the freezing cold weather during our 45 minute photo shoot outside in our bridesmaid dresses. I have never been so cold! The pictures will be worth it though since Rebecca had a great photographer. During the reception, Rebecca's new husband sang to us all the song he wrote to her for his proposal. It was amazing. Madelyn enjoyed the dancing from the back of the room becuase the music was pretty loud for her. She just looked at me with an amused smile as I danced crazily infront of her. Ben was the best husband and dad during the entire trip as many of the duties of caring for Madelyn fell upon him while I was busy attending to Rebecca and other bridesmaid activities. Rebecca and Robert will be spending Christmas out in California so we are looking forward to spending more time with the newlyweds.
