Gas Costs What?

Katie's latest quirk??? She refuses to nap during the day unless she is riding in the car. She will fight off sleeping in the crib, stroller, our arms, whatever...but the minute she hits the road, she is out like a light. Do you realize how expensive a habit this is going to be unless we break it? Anybody have any suggestions?

Chillin' On the Couch

In case you forgot, this is my buddy Max (10.5 months old). He and I spent the afternoon chillin' on the couch while our moms gabbed away. I was a bit jealous because Max crawled around the joint while I was stuck in my same ol', same ol' position. We enjoyed a nice episode of Baby Einstein before both shrieking because we needed our naps. Don't we sound like a fun duo to be around?

Super Girl!

Here's our Super Girl, flying over tall buildings with a single bound! Even though she's showing some great neck, back, leg, and arm strength, she still stubbornly refuses to roll over. Oh well, we relish in the fact that she's not going anywhere when we lay her down.

Katie's other big news - she said "Mama" yesterday! We know it doesn't mean anything yet, but it sure made Mom's day. Now we are trying to teach her the "D" sound.

In Remembrance

This Memorial Day, we remember our ancestors, our loved ones, our neighbors, and our friends who have given the ultimate sacrifice.

Photo: Arlington National Cemetary (10/2006)

Vowels Are Old News

Katie finally spoke her first consonant today. She's been practicing her M's all day long. Mmm-mmm-mmm. Traci is hoping that this means she's on her way to choosing "Mama" for her first word. Personally, I think she's just getting a head start on her five syllable last name.

Abs-olutely Beautiful

This was an attempt to showcase both Katie's latest past-time and some of the new flowers we bought today. Instead, Katie chose to showcase her six-pack abs. Anyhow, Katie loves to stand up these days (assisted, of course) and begin marching in place. Still no rolling over...we think she might just go straight to walking!

Hello Summer!

Happy Un-Official Beginning of Summer, everyone! We hope you all have fun plans for the long weekend. We are not travelling anywhere, but we plan to buy some flowers for the back balcony and cook out whenever possible. The weather is heating up here - around 90 degree highs all weekend. That's why Mommy and Kate have ditched the long-sleeve shirts for sleeveless wear. Alas, Daddy had to get all dressed up to go into work for a 3-11PM shift today. Guess his summer starts tomorrow...