Moses' First Christmas

Moses started out his holiday season by going for his four month check up. Here are some quick stats: 15lbs 12oz (70%), 26 1/2 inches long (97%). The doctor says he looks great. The only real problem we have is with his stopped up tear duct. I have been massaging it with a warm wash cloth but it just won't go away! Suggestions anyone?

We started our holiday celebration at the Barker's in Rocky Mount. We spent some time catching up with the family and opening gifts and of course eating! Moses was a little fussy at first, but after a nice nap/watching football with the boys, he was back to his happy self. Mom came up on Tuesday and we did some Christmas shopping at Crabtree and Costco. Dad came up the next day and we started our Christmas Eve celebration. Moses marked the occasion by trying solids for the first time. The doctor had told me at his check up that he was ready to try anytime. With all the travel and crazy schedules it was the first opportunity we had to give it a try. It went fairly well. He is still not sure what to think, but hopefully will get the hang of it soon. After, we all played with Moses and watched Christmas Vacation.

Christmas this year was great. After Brett's mom and stepdad arrived, we started opening presents. If you are wondering how spoiled Moses was, it took over an hour for us to open everyone's presents. I think the gift we will get the most use of is the high chair that mom and dad got him. It was so nice to have him at the table with us. Another great gift was the toy box that Brett's stepdad made. It is so pretty and I am sure that it will be in our family for years to come.
We still have one last celebration to go at my aunt's house in Grifton on Saturday and then friends coming in to town on Monday and a bowl party at our house. We are also gearing up for our anniversary and Moses' dedication in January. WHEW! I hope everyone has enjoyed their holiday. I know we have!