Trip to Athens!!

On Saturday Mommy and Daddy took me to see their old school in Athens. We had a lot of fun.


First I had to get my stroller ready for the occasion, so Daddy surprised me (and Mommy) and got these cushy strap covers for my already red and black stroller!



When we got to Athens we met Uncle Thomas for lunch at the Broad Street Bar and Grill. I hear the food was yummy.



Daddy was excited to show me the countdown until kickoff. There were 34 days left. I can't wait to put on my new UGA outfit (of course I had to get one while we were in Athens!) and cheer for the dawgs when football season starts (that is if I even knew what football was...)!



Daddy even showed me where they play football. He told me about this guy named Knowshon and some other guys too. Apparently they are pretty good at this football thing.




Then we went to visit Austin at Helix, where he works. When Mommy and Daddy weren't looking Austin put this funny hat on me! Aren't I cute though?



Well, they thought the hat was so cute on me that they decided to try it on Jet. He didn't seem to be amused.




Then, Uncle Thomas, Mommy, Daddy, and Jet walked around downtown. I got to ride. It was SOOOO hot outside but we didn't let that stop us. We walked all over campus. Mommy and Daddy showed me downtown Athens, the Arch, the chapel, the Terry College of Business (Daddy's school), the bookstore, and much more!

After walking around so much we were all hot and needed a break from the heat. So, we went to visit Jesse and his mommy and daddy. It was his mommy's birthday, so she was nice to let us visit on her special day. Jesse showed me how to play with his big boy toys. He's almost one year old, you know. I can't believe I will be big like him soon and walking around! We had a lot of fun together.

It was a busy day, so we decided to go home around dinner time. We were all so tired after our trip, but we all had SO much fun.

And guess what! The next day I didn't cry the entire hour during church, and they didn't even have to page Mommy to come get me!!! I keep saying it, but I'll say it again ... I am really growing up fast!!!

Breaking News!!!

It's a TOOTH!!!

Mommy spotted it this afternoon. It's coming in on the bottom front, on my left (your right). Right now it just looks like a clear little bubble, but there's definitely going to be a tooth there in the next few days!

Of course you know Mommy tried to take a picture, but of course you also know that I tried to steal the camera and eat it, so she'll have to try again later. All the pictures she got were blurry because the camera was moving as I grabbed it. Just for fun, here's one of the pictures she took. You'll have to just pretend you can see it until she can get a picture that is actually in focus.

Yay for teeth!!!

Last Night

Many of you may not know this, but for the first 132 days (4.5 months) of my life I have been swaddled every single night to help me sleep through the night.

Honey and Pop gave me a special swaddle blanket before I was even born called the Snug 'n Tug and it is the best swaddle blanket ever. If you're going to have a baby any time soon, I suggest that you go to their website (www.snugandtug.com) and buy one (or two - I have one for when I was a teeny tiny baby, and one that fits me now).

And it has worked. I have been sleeping through the night since I was 2 weeks old. But, since I've been getting older and more mature, I decided that last night I should try to sleep without the swaddle. Mommy was prepared to wake up every 30-45 minutes with the hopes that after one rough night, it would be better the next night. But, I like to surprise my mommy, so I went to sleep (after a few lullabies and a good rocking from Daddy) and slept ALL night long without my swaddle! Mommy and Daddy are so proud of me. I guess I really am getting to be a big girl! Go me!!!

"Before"
All swaddled up

"After"
See my swaddle blanket hanging over the end of the crib 'just in case?'

Family Fun!

This is what Mommy, Daddy, and I do in our free time. I bet you didn't know we were so talented!

Four Month Check-Up

Well, I went to the doctor today for my four month check up. Once again I had to get four shots. I did a good job and barely cried at all (just a little scream when I realized that I was poked). I think I saw a couple tears in Mommy's eyes though.

They measured me and weighed me and poked me just like the last time I went to the doctor. I knew I was growing a lot, but I found out today that I really AM a big girl! I now weigh 18 pounds, 9 ounces. This puts me in the 100th percentile. Yes, that's right, I said 100th percentile. I bet you didn't even think that was possible! But, you know me ... I'm an overachiever!

I am 25.5 inches tall (89th percentile) and my brain is growing with how smart I'm becoming so that my head is now 17 inches in circumference. That puts my head in the 94th percentile.

The doctor said all looks good and I seem to be healthy, so I will go back in September for my 6th month visit. He also said I could start eating solids between now and then if I want to. I think I might try out some rice cereal soon and see how that goes. I can make some pretty funny faces when something unfamiliar-tasting gets in my mouth, so it should be entertaining for Mommy and Daddy when I try out some new foods!

Aunt Kat got to come with me to the doctor, so afterwards we went to Wal-mart and then out to eat lunch. Today is her wedding anniversary, so I was lucky that she chose to spend some of her special day with me! (Happy Anniversary Aunt Kat and Uncle Matthew!)



After eating lunch, Aunt Kat had to go home and get ready for her big date. Mommy and I had a couple more errands to run, then we came home. I was SO exhausted from all the excitement of the day/getting shots in my poor little legs, so I fell asleep right when we got home.


Mommy thought maybe this might mean she would get some time to be productive, but she underestimates me! I was awake again within 20 minutes! Gotta keep Mommy on her toes, even after a busy morning!

(P.S. Happy Birthday, Pop!)

Four Months Old!

Today I am four months old! I am really growing up fast. Not only have I grown in size (I'm wearing 6-9 month clothes now), but I have also matured a lot this month. I can entertain myself for several minutes at a time. My favorite time to do this is in the morning when I wake up. Back when I was younger, I used to wake up and cry in the mornings so that someone would pay attention to me without delay. Now that I'm older :) and more mature, I wake up happy and talk to myself for 5-15 minutes before I yell for Mommy to come get me. I think she stands on the other side of the door, eavesdropping, because once I call for her she's there in less than a second (mommies are sneaky, you have to watch out for them!).

I've also acted a lot more grown up about getting buckled into my car seat. I'm not saying it's my favorite ... let's just say I've gotten in there at least 3 times without crying (if you've seen this process at all you know that's a big deal for me). Oh! Did I mention that I moved to my own bed in my own room this month?! This is more of an accomplishment for Mommy than it is for me, but I'll humor her.

This month I have learned how to coordinate my hand movements even more, and can grab things and actually hold onto them with the intent to put them directly in my mouth. I have also noticed my feet. Who knew there were even more fun appendages to play with! I have even tried to grab a foot every once in a while and bring it toward my mouth, but I haven't been too successful with this so far.

During my fourth month, I experienced my first Tugaloo, my first 4th of July, my first baby play dates, my first putt-putt game, and much much more. I can't believe how much stuff there is to learn and do. During my 5th month, I will start daycare and make even more new baby friends. So keep checking back in for more updates. It's going to be another great month!

Getting ready for bed in my own room

Some bath time fun



Tricked into a nap on my 4 month birthday!?!
(oh, I didn't mention that I still hate naps, did I?)


Resting with Grampa after a challenging game of putt-putt at Tugaloo

Tugaloo 2008

I just got home from my first week at Tugaloo! Some of you may not know that my family has been going to Tugaloo for 29 years! They stay in the same cabins every year and play putt-putt, tennis, go swimming, fish, eat homemade ice cream, play Rook and Spinner, and lots of other stuff. This was my first year so I had to try everything out for the first time. I had so much fun, and I really enjoyed playing with my cousins and aunts and uncles and grandparents, etc. Here are some pictures from my fun week at Tugaloo:

Playing tennis (I learned you gotta keep your eye on the ball)

Swinging in Cousin Kerry's swing (she was so nice to share it with me!)

Playing Spinner with the grown ups

Helping out with the ice cream churning

Chatting on the deck with Grampa

Enjoying the beautiful sunset

Watching everybody play volleyball (I'm not old enough for volleyball yet, but I was taking notes so I will be ready soon!)

Trying out Thelma's frozen lemonade (my Mommy LOVES this stuff)

Roasting a marshmallow over the campfire

All dressed up for July 4th

The whole family at cabin 12 ...
I can't wait until next year!!!