Ingrid is seven months.

Typing that feels a little bizarre, as I am certain she can't be that old. At this age, Henry had several posts dedicated to his ability to breathe air. Ingrid has maybe 2? I am assisting Ingrid with second child syndrome big time.  She is no less important to us than her big brother, of that I am sure. Let's get to it, shall we?

7 month stats:

She likes....
~avocado and sweet potato
~sticking her tongue out
~her big brother
~sitting in front of the mirror
~bouncing like crazy
~her paci

She doesn't like....
~being alone. ever.
~green beans
~tummy time

Milestones....
~sits up alone
~loving her some solids!
~sleeping 8 hrs at a time
~rocks like she's thinking about crawling
~has survived 3 colds, a virus, and food poisoning (tough girl!)

Ingrid is such a happy little lady and blends into our family seamlessly.  She has special smiles for dad and big brother, and likes mom just fine too!  She seems pretty social, as she is happiest when you are right in her face.  She loves to touch your face with her hands when you get close enough.  She likes her jumper (just like big brother!) and looking at herself in the mirror.
I feel much more laid back with Ingrid than I was with Henry.  This is probably a good thing:).  I am more able to see her as God's child who is in my care during this life, as opposed to this human who I am 100% responsible for, including all behaviors at all times.  I am less anxious for the 'next stage' and more content to accept what is.  I love seeing who Ingrid is becoming and pray I will always come alongside who God has planned for her to be and support it 100%, never breaking her spirit or tearing it down in any way.  I am certain to fail at this as her mother, but so grateful God is gracious.  I am hoping He has an extra dose of grace for those of us who have parented children!:)
We love you, sweet Ingrid Rose.  It's been 7 months of sweetness with you in our world. Keep 'em comin, baby girl!

love, mama.