Spencer is growing up, up, up! He has rolled over many times, though not on purpose. He has “flabs” (you know, those rock hard abs hidden beneath a soft, concealing layer of flab) of steel and can go from a reclining position to a sitting position. At first this was rare, but since yesterday he has done it 4 times…sounds like he’ll have to move out of the cradle soon!
He has finally learned within the last couple weeks that things in his hands mean new things for him to suck on and slime. He still loves sucking on my shirt though. He almost always has a bib attached to him for quick drool patrol. And the bubble blowing is starting to fade, to be replaced by this really cool trick where he leans over with is mouth open and creates a slow motion waterfall down to his feet…amazing!
Spencer is officially in the 2’s. By this I mean, he is now wearing size 2 diapers and size 2 shoes (*sniff* bye bye cute size 1 shoes).
His real laugh is happening more and more and it is so cute! It’s an adorable giggle that pops out now and again when I tickle him and I love it. I love seeing his personality grow and him sort through emotions. He still makes his old laugh sound which I have come to lovingly call “The Ribbit.” It’s amusing, cute, and startling all at the same time and I think it will be a sad day when he no longer ribbits.
Spencer loves his hugs and kisses, both giving and receiving. I can’t get enough of that big grin he will get on his face when I give him a kiss. Not to mention how proud he is over himself after he kisses/tries to eat my cheek.
Now that he is 5 months I think I will try again with the cereal. I stopped after 2 tries last month because he just really wasn’t into it. That, and with all the food allergies the Fox family has I think breastfeeding exclusively for as long as he’s okay with it is a good idea.
While it seems like Spencer loves to suck on his fist, I have seen that it’s really just his first finger he loves to suck and chew on. He just shoves it so far down his throat, often gagging himself, that it looks like it’s his fist he’s chewing on. Silly kid.
We’ve been wondering if he is teething. He has been gnawing on things like mad. I don’t feel any teeth buds though so who knows.
Spencer had his first plane ride last week, but that will be part of another post…if I get around to it. I also have pictures and videos galore! But again…if I get around to it.

Showin’ Me Some Love!