Jonah has discovered a few new favorite snacks. He really likes Nilla Wafers. He has been doing a great job of putting it in his mouth and sucking on it. He makes a huge mess but it's worth it!
He has also recently discovered that if he reaches far enough he can put the toy on his walker in his mouth. He usually ends up pretty mad in his attempt to do this. . .it spins around and he normally ends up getting hit in the mouth. He's persistent and is getting pretty good at aiming!
After our weekend in DC, we made the journey north with my mom, sister, and pretty much everyone else in the family. In Pennsylvania we got to celebrate Christmas with the Mook/Williams side of my family. Jonah tried a taste of his first cracker --vegetable flavored -- and seemed to enjoy it. On New Years Eve Day we made pizzas and hung out. 
Jonah finally got to meet Uncle Dan, Aunt Dina, Brenna, Cameron, and his other cousin Logan. Aunt Dina had the magic touch and put Jonah to sleep for his afternoon nap.
Cousin Brenna was there to feed him when he woke up! Jonah loves anyone who will give him food!
The Richards and Williams family, except Dad, who had to stay in Indiana for work stuff.
We spent the weekend after Christmas in Washington DC with the Platt side of my family. Jonah experienced his first plane ride since we had to fly in because of the wedding. He did a great job -- he actually slept through it all! Jonah received lots of great gifts from his grandparents and aunts and uncles and he became quite the expert at tearing off the wrapping paper. Of course, he immediately tried to put it into this mouth.
Playing on the floor with his cousins
The older "kids" made an attempt to go ice skating in DC at night, except the rink was sold out. Who ever heard of an ice skating rink being sold out? We had a nice time anyway, Aunt Debbie drove us around DC and we got to see the sights lit up.
Jarrett's nephew Adam was married to Jeannie on December 27. Their 6 1/2 month old, Jaci, was their flower girl. It was a beautiful wedding and reception.
Jarrett was an usher in the wedding and Jonah helped Aunt Trish and I decorate for the reception.
Jonah and his new cousin Jeannie. She made a beautiful bride!
Jonah got to meet Santa for the first time December 10. Santa makes an annual visit to Jarrett's aunt's house so we had to stop by. After sleeping through the carry-in dinner, Jonah woke up and sat on Santa's lap to get his very first Christmas present. He snuggled right up to him and I think he would have gone back to sleep on his lap if I had let him!
Jonah's toy from Santa is a Crawl-Along Drum Roll. Right now he sits up and plays the drums. it can also be put together to roll for when he starts crawling. Jonah likes looking at it put together when he's on his tummy. It has encouraged him not to get so mad on his tummy. Of course, he loves to beat on the top which makes the lights flash and plays the music. Great pick Santa!
Jonah was dedicated at New Hope Baptist Church on 
5 other babies were dedicated as well. Pastor Mick commented that there must have been some kind of storm about a year ago. . .we've experienced a baby boom at our church! At one point at least 12 women were pregnant.
Pastor Mick prayed over the babies and we committed to bring Jonah up in a Christian home. Jonah was great during the entire thing. . .he slept peacefully in my arms, oblivious to everything!
Such a "Jonah" face!
Our family picture!
Jonah Elias -- 6 Months Old!!!!
