My son is six months now and I have been very slow to write about him. But now is as good a time as any to start. I don't know where to begin. There are so many things about him I love.

It drives me insane that there are certain aspects of him I won't be able to record. he has long since lost the new baby smell. The room we lived in at my father's used to be filled with his scent. After a month it disappeared. He still does have the baby smell, but it's not as strong. Now he smells like the food he eats. Especially when he gives Daddy a formula burp.

I also wish I could record the feel of his skin. It's so soft and supple. It makes you want to grab him in your arms in a big hug and never let go. Whenever I check on him in his crib, I have to lean over and kiss his soft cheek.

During the day I love to pinch those same cheeks and watch his whole face light up.