Crib Envy

Emma has been determined to make the crib hers again.

Shh..someone is sleeping.

Happy 6 Months Abigail Marian

Our little lady is 6 months old!! She is just an amazing little lady that we love with all our hearts. Everyday is so joyous with her. Her smile and big blue eyes just light up the room. It is so fun learning about her and that little personality.

Here is what is happening at 6 months with Abigail:

Her stats:

Weight 16lbs 110z. (75%)

Height 25.5 inches (60%)

Head Cir. 43.5cm (80%)

All the fun stuff:

-I think her big blue eyes are here to stay.

-Wearing size 3-6 or 6-9 months depending on the brand.

-Loves her food. Drinks about 25 ounces a day of breast milk and eats one jar of purees a day. Enjoys apples, pears, bananas, carrots, sweet potatoes, and sweat peas. We can start offering her more a day. We do think she has an oatmeal intolerance, so the doctor wants us to avoid it for now.

-Whatever she can put in her mouth she will. Loves her butterfly toy.

-Enjoys seeing herself in the mirror.

-Loves to exercise her voice. When she talks it is hard to hear anything else or anybody else. She is loud!

-Her sister makes her smile. She loves watching Emma play and enjoys when Emma plays with her.

-Enjoys participating in music class. She loves to sing along and play the instruments, with the help of mom and dad.

-Has become an independent sitter. This has opened up a whole new world.

-Loves being sung to and read to.

-Laughs when she is tickled and it is contagious.

-Always wants to be part of the group.

-Brings so much love and joy to our lives!

Kite Festival

Today we went to the annual Kite Festival at Zilker park. We were thankful to tag along with Kristen and her family, especially since her parents live so close to the park. We had a great time checking out the kites and attempting to fly our own, though there was not much wind so it was a slight challenge to get the kites up. Emma loved the other things the festival had to offer, like hula hoops and bubbles. It was certainly a great family outing.

A view of the city. If you look closely you might see some kites.

Emma trying to capture some bubbles.

Abby enjoying the view from the stroller.

Emma attempting to work this huge hula hoop.

My attempt at the hula hoop. I must say I am a good hula hooper. It was something I placed in back in the day of field days at school.

Attempting to wrangle in the kids.

Andy and Emma attempting to fly a kite. By the end our kite broke. Oh well. =(

Abby loved playing on the blanket with her toys.

A family photo.

Beautiful Weather

The weather here has been amazing. We try and take advantage of these beautiful days by spending them outdoors. Here are some fun pictures of the girls at Gammie and Papa's house.

Emma loves to play with the chimes.

Emma showing me her princess watering can. Watering the flowers is a must when we see Gammie.

Where did all the water go?

Abby was in need of some kisses. It is hard to resist those cheeks.

One of Emma's favorite things to do is run up and down the little hill in their yard.

Gammie loves to play with Emma.

Abby at the Library

Today I took Abby to her first library storytime. We had a great time signing songs, listening to a story, and play with toys. I think Abby was a little overwhelmed with all the action. Hopefully we will be able to do this more often, since we are kind of on a morning schedule now.

Oh and did you see all that sitting power she now has?! She is getting really good at it.

Auntie Amy Comes to Town

Auntie Amy came to visit us all the way from Cali. We had a blast spending quality time together. I loved having an adult to talk to during the day and I think Emma was in love with all the attention. She worked her magic wand while she was here and made us a delicious meal (did I mention she is a chef), helped me with crazy motherhood moments, and she got Emma to go potty on her big girl potty. I think she needs to visit us more often!

Amy with the girls.

Emma decided to give herself a bath with the rainwater sitting in the bottom of her swing set.

Amy got to enjoy a morning of music class.

Abby getting ready to sing and dance in class.

Amy and Emma at music.

Me and my little lady.

Time to strum.

We took a trip down to Zilker. Emma needed to borrow Amy's sunglasses.

Getting ready for the choo choo ride.

Abby enjoying the view. She was a very tired lady.

One last cuddle before it was time to go.

Thanks Amy for all of your help. We miss you!!