Well I'm a little late, but here is the update on baby Noa's 5 month check up. Here are the percentiles:
weight - 13.9 lbs - 25%
length - 25 inches - 50%
head - here's the doosy - 43.4 - 90%
Of course, her big head is to hold all those amazing brains she has. Just like her brother. Our kids have big heads; fact. The good news is, the Dr. said she is well beyond her age in milestone wise, which we already knew. She is rolling all over the place (that started at 10 weeks), loves tummy time, is trying to figure out how to crawl, and is starting to be interested in big kid food. She loves to watch her brothers, and I can tell you already that she will be Branson's biggest cheerleader, especially when it comes to mischief. Too cute, really. The Dr. also noticed that Noa is very attached. To me. Like extremely. The girl will not let me out of her sight. The only person that she might let console her is Ryan. But if it's after 6 pm and she can't see me? FORGET ABOUT IT. My poor babysitter doesn't know what to do, she's never met a baby she can't soothe. It's kinda cute and endearing, really, but it makes getting anything done impossible.
Branson is doing great. He is so smart. Knows all his letters, numbers, shapes, colors, and has started saying amazing things like, "don't yell at me!" and "I don't want to go home, never ever ever EVER!!!!". Pretty cool, huh? Really though, he is the light of my life. the boy is just a roller coaster of emotions for both him and me, and I wouldn't have it any other way. He is cautious but daring, smart and witty, sweet and mischievous all at once. The best part is that a few weeks ago he decided that people food is kinda cool. Like taco's, enchilada's, salads, steak. Thank GAWD we aren't limited to corn dogs and chicken nuggets anymore.
Keenan is almost done with school, and it will be a bitter sweet summer. He has decided to go back to St. Louis next year for school. We were so happy to have him here, and he knows the door is always open for him to return. We are all going to miss him, but I have to say it will be so nice not to nag him about chores and homework anymore! We will get to have him and spoil him for vacations now, which is always a good time :)
Ryan is running his second 50 mile race this weekend. He's just crazy. And we love him. He is in killer shape, and is such an inspiration to me! I've hired a trainer to try and catch up with him. Wish me luck!
