six months

It's my turtle's half-birthday today.  There have been a number of milestones over these past six months but these are the things I find most remarkable.

• He recognizes our voices and responds to the calling of his name.
• He interacts with the cat. 
• He "talks" to the grandmas and grandpas that live in daddy's computer.
• He anticipates surprises and recognizes the start of familiar games. 
• He rolls and he scoots.
• He stands, if supported and sits up on his own.
• He reaches.
• He has developed a language. There is a particular "I love you" coo; an "I'm angry" shriek; a whimper that means, "I don't feel good;" and an "I'm tired" cry. 
• He has a diverse diet to include: momma's milk, organic formula, rice cereal and bananas.
• He sleeps through the night. 
• He listens attentively to the reading of an entire story book.
• He laughs at his own reflection. 
• He cuddles. 
• He gives kisses.
• He knows that if there's music, we're probably going to dance.