9 Month Stats

Austen had her 9 month check-up today.
Weight: 20 lbs. 12 oz. (81%)
Height: 28.5 in. (80%)

She's still our chunky little girl, but has definitely slowed her roll in the weight gain department with less than a pound in 3 months. She's burnin' it off with all that movin'!
Kaitlyn was exactly 20 pounds at her 9 month appointment, by the way.

And here is a cute picture of Christmas morning:

9 Months!

Austen is only 3 months away from being one year old. She is definitely on the move...still "scooting" more than anything, but attempting hands and knees a bit. She's also pulling herself up on everything and getting into things. I think this is one stage I can do without, since she is still so wobbly but wants to pull up.
One of our favorite things right now is Austen's little laugh. She cracks herself up. :) She will just be sitting there and start giggling - too cute. She loves her big sister and just can't wait to be able to do everything she does.
This girl still loves to eat! She loves her fruits and veggies, and has now mastered the art of picking up "Puffs" and stuffing them in her mouth. Her two bottom teeth are both through and growing in fast.
We have her 9 month appointment on Monday, so I'll be sure to post current stats!

November/December Fun

Kaitlyn being a goofball on top of Mama's Christmas bin:

The girls reading together:

One of my dearest friends, Meagan, got back from a trip to Italy. We got to spend some time with her last weekend. :)

Silly sisters :)

Austen is into and on anything she can reach. She pulls herself up to standing, which makes Mama nervous since she's so wobbly! She's gotta keep up with that big sister!

Decorating the tree:

Wagon ride!

Kaitlyn watching the Grinch with the Grinch:

Junglegym Jeff:

This is actually the after picture:

And the before: