miles of smiles... and other expressions from Leo.

Leo, Leo, Leo. He is the kind of baby that makes you want to have a baby in your life. Leo is a really good sleeper, though he is not without his off days. (We all have 'em.) He is big for his age (like his brothers were) and, as you can see below, cute as a button. He will just start laughing if you laugh with him, as Tiz is constantly doing to get him to laugh. He appreciates all the love from his brothers, although it can be a little abrupt and rough (my eyes are pointing to Luca) and he smiles whenever he sees his daddy. In fact, Joe was the one who pointed out that Leo is very smiley. He said, "Out of all of them (the boys), I have been able to spend the least amount of time with Leo, but he always smiles when I see him." My dad also pointed out that he is quick to smile. Joe also thinks that he is the "7th Costello", which is my maiden name and, in case you don't get it, there are six kids in my family. Meaning, he looks a lot like my side of the family. I guess he does more so than his brothers, but it's hard for me to tell at this point. It would make sense since he is the most adorable baby in the whole world!!! (wink, wink) Leo is a pretty good cuddlebug, but is now of the age where he does like to see what's going on. We finally got him into a crib a couple of weeks ago since his wingspan reached outside of his cradle. Poor guy, that is a bit long to have him in that thing! He also has been sharing a room with his brothers for at least a couple of months and is doing very well. Some of my favorite time with him, believe it or not, is when I change him. He smiles and laughs and I actually get to give him some attention. What a joy and a blessing he is to me. I am in awe that God would entrust such a treasure to us.

We love you Leo!

Turtle.

Trademark .

Dimple laugh.

Well look at that.

Brotherly love.

Thanks for trying, Tiz, but it's bedtime. Waaahh!

Cheeks.

I'm not a big fan of this carrier thing.

Concerned face.

Are these the eyes you're talking about? And the lashes? And the button nose and little lips? And... and... and...