Henry 9 Months

Henry's aunt stopped by, and we even got a few pictures of them together as well :)

Pool time!!!! Week 41

Henry and his mama, with infant girlfriend Kyra and her mama, Ashley Albers

On Saturday, Grandpa and Grandma Bogart were back in town for a high school graduation. Unfortunately, Henry was extremely tired that day, sleeping all but maybe 5hrs. of the day! But he did get to spend some quality time with them, which was great! We all went to church on Sunday, but Henry was not into sitting still (as I assume no kid is when they are between the ages of 9 months and 10 years :) ), so Reggie and Henry had to hang out in the basement where he could crawl around and play with his toys.

On Monday, we all packed up (including Bella) and went to the Payne family pool. The water was still very cold, but Henry didn't seem to mind. The kid just loves to splash! Also, I think he was very interested in showing Jenni his swimming skills he learned from his lessons at the Y. After playing on the step of the pool for awhile, Jenni's mom took him inside to dry off and to change. However, Henry wasn't finished. After coming back outside a bit later, he wanted back into the pool. So, Laura stripped him completely down and let him swim around in the water. For legal purposes, no naked baby pictures were taken of this event :)

The first dip - feels just right!

Longing to get back out to the pool........

.........so I'm swimming naked now!!!!!!

Developmentally, Henry continues to be very interested in the dishwasher, and particularly the utensil holder. He continually grabs for them. You pick him up and move him to the other side of the room, and he is so fast, he is back at the utensil holder immediately! Additionally, he is starting to learn how to open drawers. When we get ready in the morning, Henry has started being really interested in opening the bottom drawer of our bathroom vanity. Laura keeps her makeup in there, so for a number of reasons we don't want him in there! Also, this week we got rid of the baby bathtub. Henry is loving all the room, as he can now play with a lot more toys!

Big boy bathtime!

A House Divided - Week 40

Leslie Welner and 'Gator'

This week had a number of big events, probably headlined by his attendance at his first Cardinals-Royals  game! After MUCH debate/arguing/divorce papers being served, it was decided Henry would wear his Royals top with his Cardinals socks. The compromise is that when we attend the Cards-Royals in STL he would wear a Cardinals top (Reggie needs to get him some Royals accessories/face paint). Aunt Jen came along with us, and we just stood the whole game and walked around. Henry did great, and loved seeing all the people!

Henry and Slugger! This might be the 2011 Bogart Christmas card (we will photoshop Laura in here)!

A family divided - note the Royals top and Cards shorts

Aunt Jen needs to get her allegiances straight!

Prior to the game, we went down south to the Deanna Rose farm for the 2yr. birthday party for Reece Lorei. It was a cowboy theme, and as you can see below, Henry loved riding the inflatable horse they had on hand! After the party we walked around the property to show Henry goats, cows, and ducks. He is still a little young to want to pet them, but definitely liked staring at them. For some reason, he thought the goats were really odd to look at!

Giddy up!

Believe it or not, we may have picked the gift of the party. Henry is jealous!

Reggie showing Henry the goats

Kickin' it at Deanna Rose

On Sunday, we had Anne Pendleton back out at the house to take Henry's 9-month photos. Additionally, Laura had Anne show her how we could better use our own camera. As always, he was a total ham for the camera, and flirted with Anne the whole time :)

Laura took this picture!

Friday was Henry's 9-month checkup. His official stats are: weight: 18lbs (20th percentile), and length: 27 and 3/4 inches (30th percentile). His head is in the 75th percentile. The head size is probably so he can be stubborn like his mom and dad.

On Monday, we all went over to the Siffords for dinner (and see baby Jack!). Henry has started liking to pull up on the dishwasher over the last week or so. When April had her dishwasher door down, Henry promptly pulled up and pulled out a knife! Luckily, dad was watching and got it out of his hand immediately! It is amazing just how quick our little guy has gotten! You walk away for 5 seconds, turn around, and he has already caught up to you! Also, when you are holding him and he reaches for something, he IS quicker than you!

Going shopping!