Henry's first train ride

Today we took Henry on his first train ride... well Joe did. I took video. I did get to take a ride and they rode a second time. This "railroad" was hand built, train cars, track and all by a local man who passed away a few years ago. His wife is continuing to keep his dream alive, by having an operational railroad that gives free rides to kids (and adults too). It's located on a piece of property adjacent to the old rail station in Bozeman.
Joe was so stoked he offered to volunteer any time they needed help. It sounds like they may operate it again on Halloween. Henry didn't seem to get what all the fuss was about.

Henry Weeks 7-8

First Ascent

Holly and I took Henry for his first hike today. He's not big enough to use our purpose built backpack, and both of us were looking for a more challenging hike than a fireroad, so no stroller.... The best solution was to throw him in the Baby Bjorn. After a small protest, he passed out and we got a pretty good hike in. I thought it was going great and that the Bjorn was much more comfortable than I had expected... until I took it off. Man, that is some back pain. very un ergonomic. In any case, we'll do this a bit until he is strong enough to hold his head up and we can take our real backpack. Looking forward to it.

Mama's parents and a weigh in

Here are some pictures of my parents with Henry. My mom brought the rattle I had when I was a kid, he LOVED it! You can guess what is happening in the top photo. Only one thing would make a grandma make that face when she's holding her grandbaby ;)

Henry had his 2 month check up yesterday. He weighed in at 13 lbs 4 oz and is 24 inches tall. He got his first round of shots and held a stern look for the entire rest of the day. People were smiling a cooing at him on the way out and he just stared them down with a set jaw and pierced lips. He was not amused!

Two months already!

Henry will be two months old tomorrow! I put him in this little turtle neck yesterday and thought it was about the cutest thing I had ever seen. He looked so grown up! He still loves the play palace, spending much of his awake time talking a swatting at his "friends". He is starting to interact with us more giggling and smiling all the time. I think he actually has developed a squawk that means "MOM!" He tends to do it when he's done sleeping and is ready for me to come get him out of his crib. We got a new piece of gear yesterday... now that fall is upon us...expect to see it posted soon.