Getting [Too] Strong

Mason is definitely getting stronger (and braver).  While sitting up, he likes to bounce, rock himself side to side, and most recently is trying to lift himself up onto his knees a bit.  When he has someone's hands to hold on to, he can bring himself to standing.  Without assistance, he had been throwing himself forward (sometimes causing him to face-plant).  He's getting a little more controlled with his motions, though, and today he was using his big thigh muscles to bring his weight forward to reach for things.  Crawling can't be too far away--yikes!

I put pillows and stuffed animals (thanks Grandma and Grandpa Gaines) around him "just in case," but he really sits up almost perfectly and has good control.

He has no problems reaching out and grabbing whatever he wants.

The drool running from his chin is a constant these days...

As is his gummy grin...so adorable (if I do say so myself).

Must, get, toy!

Look at him raise his little bottom off the floor to go after it (thanks Great Aunt Lisa for the cool toy)!

Ooh, a bright red blanket!

I've GOT it!  Again, he's pulling himself up/forward onto his knees.  We seriously need to do a little child-proofing before this kid is mobile!