20 weeks old

Knox is 20 weeks old today!
He WANTS to be very independent - he wants to sit up, stand, and hold his own bottle. When it's time to eat, I show him the bottle, he reaches with both hands, opens wide, and puts the bottle in his mouth. I'm so proud of him. He's just too smart!
He really likes to *feel* everything. He'll touch your face, hold your fingers, and try to get the writing off your shirt.
He still has his sweet bubbly personality, but at the same time, he's still very laid back and relaxed. And most of all, he's still a complete joy!

Knox finally got to meet Grandmother Gapen last Sunday! We stopped by her house to visit with her on our way home from Florida. It was so nice getting to see her.

Knox holding Grandmother's hand

Peyton, Grandmother, and Knox

Pop feeding Knox at Grandmother's

Nana, Knox, and Grandaddy

Daddy turned 36 years old Monday, so Knox made Daddy a birthday card. That was quite an experience for me, but the end result was worth it all.

Isn't it beautiful?! Knox did it ALL by himself.

Nana and Grandaddy had a birthday supper for Daddy, and after we ate, Knox swang a little while. He was such a big boy sitting up in the swing. He did very good, and he seemed to enjoy it, especially after he got used to it!

First Vacation - Destin, Florida

We went on our first vacation with Knox last week. We stayed in Destin, Florida and spent a little time in Ft. Walton Beach. We left on Tuesday night when Knox fell asleep. He was a PERFECT rider - he slept the whole time! He woke up and had breakfast with us, but he was asleep again when we took him to the beach for the first time in Ft. Walton Beach.

Daddy carrying Knox to the beach
(Ms. Martha pictured on right)
Snoozing in his pajamas on the beach

Big ole belly hanging out by the pool in Ft. Walton Beach

Playing stare-out with Daddy

Knox's six pack

First trip to Hooters

L-R: Kirk, Hooters Girl, Jack, Knox, Josh, & Peyton

Knox hanging out with Madison and Shaylea in Ft. Walton Beach

Surrounded by pretty women

Christi, Kyra, Shaylea, and Madison

Our family at Capt. Dave's in Destin

First time to eat sweet potatoes
Knox loved them!

The boys after Peyton's first time to drive a go kart

Getting dressed to go to the pool

Sooo cute in his little swimming trunks!

First time in pool - LOVED it!

Rinsing off in the sink
He thinks he is a big boy

Our family before Brandon & Maria's wedding

Knox and Ripple

Daddy's feet, Knox's feet, and Mommy's feet

First time in ocean water
We went really early in the morning because it was so hot during the day. Knox loved digging his toes in the sand, but he did not like the cold ocean water on his legs.

Still doing great rolling from back to tummy

Gapen grandchildren

Reed, Knox, Lexi, and Peyton

Always wanting to sit up by himself

Knox & Aunt Erin by the pool

We had such a great time! We stayed in a condo with Pop, Nani, Lexi, Chris, Erin, and Reed. Knox had some trouble with his gums hurting, but overall he was a trooper. We came back on Sunday, and Knox was proud to be home. We're hoping to make this a family tradition.

18 1/2 week update

Knox is having a hard time with his gums hurting, but he's still doing great. It's just a challenge to get a good picture of him without his fingers, thumb, pacifier, or fist in his mouth.

Our sweet boys

The joys of my life

Talking to Daddy

Couldn't resist this one -
blue eyes and puffy lips

I taught Vacation Bible School this week at church, so Knox got to spend some quality time with Nana!

At Nana's, he fully mastered rolling over from his back to his tummy! He does such a good job with it, and we are so proud of him! He also grew a greater love for the television. They have a big screen, and I think he was in awe!

Nana feeding Knox breakfast

Special outfit from our favorite soldier

Sweet child STILL has not figured out that
sucking your thumb works better
if you make a fist

Be careful if you hold him. He'll suck your hand, too!

(Pictured gnawing on Aunt Trish's finger)

Grinning at Daniel

Knox loves his aunt Trish

The boys watching Easton & Luke's ballgame

Wearing Brother's hat

Knox's friend at Nana's