Six Month Newsletter

My dearest Gabriel,

You have wiggled your way into six months of age. I can't believe you are a half-year old. Time does fly by when you are having fun and we are definitely having fun with you.

This month you have grown by leaps and bounds. You weighed in at 21lbs and are 29 inches LONG. The doctor pulled you into the standing position and remarked "what a tall, strong boy." You are now wearing size 18-24 months in clothes--your poor mother was not prepared for toddlerhood size at 6 months of age! But, secretly I am so proud that you are not only strong, but tall like the rest of my family. We Harrells have never shopped in the petite section.

You are now babbling and squealing with great delight. Just in the last week you have started with the "DA DA" sounds. When you get excited, you squeal like a baby seal. All of those around you find it quite amusing. You also like to show off your two teeth that emerged this month. The first time I saw you smile, my heart lept with joy. It still does and I am so glad you are growing so generous with those smiles.

You are taking more interest in your toys and seem to have a favorite color: green. You gravitate to bright green objects whether in playing or taking a bath. We have several games that we play with you now--little tickle games that make you chuckle. Your Daddy is really good at getting you to laugh as he sings and reads to you every night.

We've been busy as a bee getting our business up and running and you've been quite content to play and let us work. We truly feel blessed to have such a content baby. You have your moments of unhappniess occasionally, but overall, if you have Mommy or Daddy in sight, you are fine.

This month you starting sitting up without any help. We can see you pondering how to transform your energy into motion--it won't be long until you are maneuvering across the floor in some fashion. We celebrate every milestone and thank God for your health and robust zeal.

As Mommy works to develop her photography, you remain her chief muse. We named our business Scatter Joy because it fits our daily celebration of life that you have given us--you help us to scatter joy throughout our mundane tasks thereby transforming them into a treasured routine. We hope to help others celebrate the joy scattered throughout their lives.

Last Monday you had your six month immunizations. The next morning you suffered with your first fever. It left Mommy and Daddy very worried. As I held your warm little body close to me, I prayed over you as I have for so long. It took me back to the many nights I prayed for you before you were born. I am so glad I can hold you now and see you and know that you are safe. The fever passed quickly and you have been fine ever since. My world is right when you are happy and healthy.

I look forward to every stage and phase of your growth and development. Some may be rough, but we're here for you always.

With Love,
Mama