A Lover & A Fighter

Yep, he's as ornery as he looks.  Just over 18 months, and this baby has a mind of his own.  I've never known a house full of bigger people to be so afraid of a little, but this guy has a reputation.   Whenever someone tells him "no," everybody ducks, because he will grab and throw the closest thing.  Or bite.  Or hit.  Fortunately, he reserves this treatment for his immediate family only.  As far as I know, he has yet to bite or hit anyone else.  He does talk more than his brothers did at this age.......

"Daddy"
"Mommy"
"Abe"
"Milk"
"No"
"Need help." (this is a new one today)
"Hi"
"Bye"
"Up"
"Juice"
"Baby"
"Cheese"
"Gama"
"Yove you" (or something like it)

He loves shoes -- anyone's shoes.  And he really wants to do what his brothers are doing.  I am pretty sure that is the source of his frustration most days.  He's just not big enough yet.

Charley sleeps great -- goes to bed between 7:30 and 8, and sleeps until around 7.  He loves his yellow blanket and stuffed puppy, both of which he calls "Baby."  Weighing in at 29 lbs. and 32 inches, he is a solid boy.  He can be such a lover, gives great hugs and kisses, and also such a fighter.  We are so thankful for this little boy!