Thanks to Zach's handywork (Part I - the highchair), Bennett is able to begin spending more time upright! He is now eating his cereal and playing with toys in his big boy chair. 
Part II - the excersaucer. This project was a bit more time consuming, but worth it nonetheless. Bennett was a bit overwhelmed his first time in it (note the first two pictures...love the facial expressions trying to figure it all out), but by days 2 and 3, he was beginning to play more comfortably.
...Mohawk Monkey Munster, according to my dad. Now let me explain:
This past weekend provided us with a much needed opportunity to enjoy some fresh air. It was sunny and warm almost all weekend! We were so excited (well, I think Fenny was the most excited) to just be outdoors.
Bennett had his four-month well-baby visit on Friday! His appointment went well and he was a trooper while receiving another round of vaccinations. He gained one pound (for a grand total of 13.0 pounds) and grew one inch (25.5 inches)...placing him in the 20th and 50th percentiles, respectively. We can't believe how quickly he is growing and changing.
We received the go ahead to begin giving Bennett a little cereal each day. This is day one...not too bad! He did pretty well and even tried to help put the spoon in his mouth.
All finished! Fenny remained close by throughout...very curious to what might be in the bowl. It is only a matter of time before she will be waiting patiently below him at each feeding (good thing she lost a little weight at her yearly check-up in February. We have a feeling February 2010 might paint a different picture). 
Today is Linda's birthday (Zach's mom)...Happy Birthday to you! We hope you had a great day and enjoyed the slightly warmer weather.
Safe travels to Mark and Linda, who will be heading south early tomorrow morning. 
Bennett really enjoys talking to himself in the mirror. He will just carry on and on talking and smiling each time we place him in front of one...it is all very fascinating to him.
He is getting much stronger and beginning to enjoy "tummy time" a little more.
Although, he does still prefer to be on his back. Usually when Zach or I places him on his tummy, he has flipped over to his back within a couple minutes...and then it just becomes a game. We place him on his stomach and he rolls (not so gracefully) to his back. This Friday is Bennett's 4 month appointment...looking forward to seeing how much he has grown, not looking forward to more shots.
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