Little Karl

1. Ding-dong sound - Everyone who knew me knows that the easy way to make me smile is to say that magic word, “Ding-dong”, in your most unique ways. You can simply add it in any sentence, and it will be a sure hit to me (ex., Here’s your milk Little Karl, ding-dong!).
2. Incey-wincey spider song with action - Want to get my attention? Just sing Incey-Wincey along with hand action,and we’re instant playmates. Watch out and keep it a little slow though because I am imitating your moves.
3. Knorr commercial - I don’t know what’s with this jingle, but everytime I heard that “makulay ang buhay sa sinabawang kulay” I can’t keep my eyes off our TV. I guess because it’s so sing-able and dance-able.
4. Yummy Baby food - When it’s eating time, do not disturb me. Lolo and lola had a great time feeding me because I am very matakaw raw. My favorites so far are “rice cereal” and “mashed potato”. They are so yummy!
5. My walker - I am learning to walk now. And it’s really good to move from places to places. I love so much this thing that you can leave me there for hours without getting bored.

1. Smiled, giggled, and laughed a lot
2. Could bear weight on legs
3. Explored objects with mouth
4. Loved to suck my fingers, and sometimes tried the whole hand
5. Played with my hands and feet
6. Rolled over (usually stomach to back)
7. Started to sit with support
8. Babbled and amused myself with noises
9. Recognized a bottle or breast
10. Hold my bottle
11. Knew my name and looked back when being called
12. Loved baby biscuits so much
13. Loved to play peek-a-boo
14. Could sit with enough support
15. Had my first carabao ride
16. I became a Christian!

I am now five-month old. Just when thought last month was the greatest, I am so wrong. But then, I can surely say this month will be more exciting than the previous. Why not, when I can already interact with people around me, when people fondly call me by my name, when I learn the concept of “hug”, and when I smile and laugh so easily. Above all, this month is a playtime month for me. I hope you’re here to be my playing buddy!

Anyways, here’s what to expect for babies of my age:

Your baby now realizes where sounds come from, and he’ll turn quickly toward a new one. One of the easiest ways to engage him is to jingle a set of keys. Wind chimes are great attention-getters, too.

Your baby may now be able to recognize his own name and understand that you’re speaking to him when you say it. You may notice that your little one turns his head when you call him or talk about him with others.

If you want to engage and entertain your baby, all you need to do is talk to him. At this age, babies don’t learn language from the television or radio, so turn them off and use real dialogue instead. A growing range of emotions

Your baby can’t express his emotions in the same complex way that you can. Although he can let you know in clear ways when he’s angry, bored, or happy, his ability to show love and humor are just developing.

Your baby also shows a strong attachment to you by raising his arms when he wants to be picked up and by crying when you leave the room. He may also give you hugs and kisses.

And he’s beginning to get the joke — he’ll laugh at funny expressions and try to make you laugh, too. Keep the laughter flowing with your silly faces!

- Condensed from BabyCenter.com

Yesterday, Mom decided to enter me in some baby contest. She said, it does not matter whether I win or lose as long as I have tried. It’s true, you will never know the taste of the pudding unless you take a bite. Good thing I’ve learned this first-hand from my Mom. It makes me brave enough to try many things — like the one shown in the picture where I made my initial attempt to crawl.

Anyway, wish me luck!

 Little Karl’s Smile

Ever since I learned to smile
I always smile to everyone

When Dad comes home from the office, tired
I smile and it keeps him alive

There are times when Mom is sad
I smile and it makes her glad

Everybody loves to play with me
Because my smile’s so sweet and sunny

So if your day is gloomy and blue
Just play with me and I’ll smile for you

For those who missed my baptismal, here’s a glimpse of what happened. Enjoy watching! See you soon.

Hi everyone! This week I discovered a fun game called peek-a-boo. Since we could not go out of our house because of strong wind and heavy rain (Typhoon Frank) last Sunday, we just stayed in our bed all day long. While playing with me, Dad instantly disappeared. I could not see him nor hear him anymore. All of a sudden, his face magically appeared from underneath the blanket while saying the magical word “Peek-a-boo”. Dad repeated this trick many times and I couldn’t help to giggle everytime he appeared and said the magic word.

I really love this game, and I had a great time! Someday I hope to play this game with you too.

On Father’s Day, we went to Greenbelt in Makati City, Philippines to unwind and have fun. We first attended the Sunday mass where I had a nice sleep. Before the mass ended, the priest asked all the fathers to come forward for the blessing and offering of prayer. I also came forward since Dad been carrying me, thus also got the the blessings. Good thing, Dad says, I’m a big boy. I did not cry when we were in front.

Afterwards, we walked at the park nearby. Dad then showed me this big, black and strong animal called “carabao”. I learned later that it the national animal of the Philippine, and is quite known for being hardworking and a BIG help among local farmers. Dad let me rode the Carabao and I was not that scared since I know Dad would never left me. By the way, Mom’s not in the picture since she’s busy taking photo of our father-son moments.

Happy Father’s day to all Dad in the world!

Some of the “wishes” written on my guestbook during my Baptismal last 08 February 2008. I am really lucky to be surrounded by kind, loving, and responsible people.

Everyone is so excited to see you so when you were born, I really promised to come on your baptismal day. God bless
- Ninang Gwen

Wishing you all the best in the world!
- Ninong Dennis

Sagot ko ang training mo para maging “Pisay” boy ka. Love your father and mother always…
- Ninong Gab

May God shower you with all the goodness in this world. May you grow up to be a good person. God bless you always!
- Ninang Bea

Someday I’d like to see you fully grown-up as a young man. Then I can tell you what a lucky boy you are because you were given great Mom and Dad who loves you more than their own lives.

Along your journey, you’ll be given plenty of options which might be difficult for you to choose. But, always remember your Ninang Nina is here to guide you always.
- Ninang Nina

Happy Christening! May God continue to bless you and your family. Lumaki ka sanang mabait, matalino, may takot sa Diyos.
- Ninang Lloydgee & Ninang Lea

MCDo si Karl, batang Jollibee si Ninong Ken. Welcome to the Christian world!
- Ninong Ken

Pasensya na hindi ready sa song niya si Tita Mona. Anyways, welcome to Christian world. Be a good boy! Take care.
- Tita Mona

Hello baby, ikaw lang ang baby na nakita ko na may sariling blog. Ke-guwapong bata naman. Bilisan mong lumaki, tapos tingin tayo ng “chicks” hehehe Joke!
Welcome to the Christian world
- Tita Cloudz

May you always be blessed by God. Always follow Mom and Dad. Finish your studies and be like outstanding students like your parents.

We love you! We’ll visit your site to keep us updated.
- Ninong Ferdie & Tita Toni

May God bless us always and be a good boy always. Wish you a healthy life ever.
- Mama Eda

You are so blessed to have a parents like Joseph and France. God Bless
- Tito Den

Whatever endeavor you will be, always remember that there will be no success and happiness without God. Always be a believer and follower of God. I will always be here for you.
- Ninang Lanie

Karl, we love you. May God always shower you with so much blessings!
- Tita Joyce, Kuya Kokoy and Ate Weng

We all wanted to have a very happy family, humble, simple, God-fearing and blessed life. Wish you and your loving Mama and Papa the very best in all the undertaking. Wish you all the success forever.
- Lolo Tony, Lola Linda, Tita Toni Rose

We’re always here for you. Keep on learnin, growing and be a good Christian!
- Lolo Joe and Lola Alice

Hopefully, hindi ito mawala till sa paglaki mo because message ito pag may edad ka na. People walk on this way, that way. They like this, they like that. Pare-pareho ang gusto. May pattern ang gusto ng mga tao. My “bet” paglaki mo, almost the same with them. (But) My message, BE DIFFERENT.
- Tito Jeric

FAMILY = Father and Mother I Love You!

What else is more beautiful than a loving family whom you love, and loves you in return.  My father loves my mother. My mother loves my father. They both love me. And I love them too.

I could not wish for more. Hope the same is true to your family.