Good Company

We are lucky enough to have grandparents who are healthy and willing to travel, which means Madelyn and Avery get to see their great grandparents on occasion.

Grandma Rita and Grandpa Joe made the trip from southern California recently, and we enjoyed every minute that we were able to spend with them. We're so thankful they came out - we only wish they lived closer!

Thoughts from Breakfast

I am the type of person who naturally stays busy. I actually have to stop and make myself slow down. Our weeks are filled with lunches, play dates and family time.

This week I decided to take the girls to breakfast, just me and them. I was reminded of two things that morning - First, that I can handle them at a restaurant by myself and second, everything my girls have to say is important. Although our conversations weren't very deep, I hope to consistently make this a priority. Because one day their lives will become a little more complicated and a lot more rich, and I want to be ready to listen to the little things in hopes that they will want me to listen to the big things.

Happy 11 Months, Avery Kate!

A few things about Avery....

She loves to crawl . . .

She loves the beach . . .

She loves the "big" girls . . .

She loves toilet paper . . .

And she is still ALL daddy.

Love this girl so much.

 Happy 11 Months!

Happy 10 Months, Avery Kate!

This girl goes crazy for her Baby Fingers App!

Happy Spring!

With Spring beginning we have had several beautiful days and when we took a family hike recently, it brought me back to a very similar moment with Madelyn when she was about Avery's age. So much changes, and yet so much stays the same.

Madelyn 6 Months

Avery 8 Months

Madelyn 6 Months

Madelyn 2 Years

Madelyn 6 Months

Madelyn 2 Years

Happy Spring!

Avery Kate Is Nine Months

Avery is nine months today and continues to be such a sweet girl. She always wants to be part of the action and is easily entertained by watching her big sister. However, she is starting to stand her ground and will let her temper show if she is not getting her way. Whether eating, playing or sleeping (supposed to be) - she knows how to be heard!

We look forward to the coming months as Avery continues to mature and follow in her sister's footsteps.

Happy nine months, Avery Kate!

Eight Months with Avery Kate!

Avery,

Here we are -- eight months. Just the other day we were thinking back to the time when we had to take turns bouncing you while we ate dinner - just to keep you happy! And even though it was only eight months ago, it seems like another life-time and you seem like a completely different baby now. It makes me sad to think how fast it has gone but also excited to continue to watch you grow and learn.

This month we celebrate your first two teeth!

 Happy Eight Months,  I love you!