Graham and I are starting a new photography project that documents him by the months (instead of the weeks like his first year’s photo project). It’s so fun for me to watch him grow! This year I’m using a white paper backdrop instead of the yellow and gray floral chair. This new setup allows him to sit or stand (depending on his mood). It was quite hard at times to get his photos taken each week so taking them monthly should feel like a breeze in comparison. Graham, Here are a few things I’d like to remember about you from this month:

• You know that a cow says moo.
• You pant like a dog when we ask you what a dog says and today I caught you panting at Finn and Willow while we were outside. Tonight when daddy asked if we’d like hot dogs for dinner, you panted at us. So cute!
• You know most of the hand motions to Itsy Bitsy Spider.
• When I ask you what an elephant says, you put your arm in the air like an elephant’s trunk.
• You like to try most new foods we’re eating. You know the word for chicken and you get excited when it’s a meal option.
• We’ve almost transitioned off of formula to whole milk. You haven’t showed any signs of noticing it yet.
• You’ve been learning to use straw sippy cups but don’t quite have it down yet.
• You hold up your finger when we ask you your age.
• You still love touch and feel books.
• You seem very interested in learning new words this month for the first time. I see your eyes light up when you learn something new.
• You enjoy bubble and story time at the library each Thursday morning.
• You show signs of shyness when we’re around other kids that try to play with you. I understand how you feel!
• You love to pick grass and dandelions at the park.
• You’re a pretty good walker but I love when you grab for my hand to catch your balance.
• You enjoy playing in the leaves at our new land. Hopefully next month we’ll break ground on your new home.
• You have a very happy and sweet personality! I’m so glad you’re our little boy.