4 Months Old

 

Look at that little smirk.  Isn't she the cutest?!  4 months old.  I cannot believe it.  My baby is growing up too fast.  Just a little FYI, she looks plumper in pictures but in person she is a tiny little thing.  Per my Mother.  Anywho, she is going to be a hot mess when she gets older.  She will definitely be a busy little bee.  I just love watching her discover new things.  This week she has almost mastered holding her feet without my assistance.  She'll kick those little legs up and grab her little piggy's.  

She is the cutest when she goes and grabs a toy or something with both hands together.  She does some serious concentrating.  Absolute cuteness!!  

On Sunday, Oct 20th, we had her Baptism.  She did so well...did not make one peep.  I thought she was start crying during the ceremony, but nope, she was a perfect angel.

She looked so sweet in her Christening gown.

I am so ready to dress her in her Halloween costume.  Her and Brody will be coordinating.  I'm not going to say what they are going to be...I would like to leave that as a surprise.  I guarantee it will be precious.  You know Brody is looking forward to his favorite holiday :)

Vivian's Likes

• Her doll, Lucy.  I'm not sure if its the size or what, but that loves that little baby doll.  She's so excited playing with her first thing in the morning.
• She loves when I sing, "Five Little Monkeys."  She thinks its the funniest thing.  Especially when I go into deep for voice, "No more monkeys jumping on the bed."  She just giggles.
• She likes when you blow on her little tummy.
• She like peek-a-boo. Well, for a short period of time.
• Still loves eating on her little hands.  
• Still loves bath time.
• Sleeping at night.  We are blessed with a great sleeper.  If I still didn't have to get up at 1:30 am to pump, my life would be golden!  Those 1:30 am's are killing me!!  Hoping I will drop that pump after or during December.  
• Being carried in the baby carrier.  I'll sometimes carry her in that instead of the stroller when we go on our walks.

Vivian's Dislikes

• Sitting in one spot for a long period of time.  She gets so mad.  You can't just sit with her on the couch or chair...you have to be standing.  Its the damndest thing.
• Tummy time.  Child still has not figured out how to use her arms to push up.  Kinda concerning.  She has a strong neck and can hold her neck well without wobbling, but she does not want to use those little arms.  I'm weak in my arms, but strong in my legs...maybe she'll be the same way
• Not a fan of her car seat.  Although, its starting to get a little better.  I adjusted her straps a little better so doesn't constantly cry.  We've managed to venture out a little.  Plus, my Mom has been here visiting and riding in the back with her.  I think that's been a little helpful :)
• I've discovered she likes her hood up on her car seat when we go on walks.  I had it down the other day, which normally its up, but thought maybe should would like a little airflow.  She cried about half way through our walk and couldn't figure out why.  She's happy on her strolls.  Well, I pulled the hood up and crying stopped.  Amazing.
• Does not like wearing head boys.  She'll wear it for a little bit, then wants it off.  Hence why she is constantly mistaken for a boy.  Plus, it leaves imprints on her head and I don't want to mess her little head up :)
• Doesn't care to be cuddled.  You know when you have a baby resting their little heads on your shoulder.  Nope.  Doesn't like it.  She has to be facing forward to see what's going on.  Again, she's going to be a hot mess when she gets older.

She is an absolute sweetheart.  We are so blessed to have her in our lives.  You love that little stinker!!!!