Seven Months Old

I've decided that seven months old is the best age ever! I know that I've said that every month of Carter's life, but this time I really mean it. He is an absolute delight. He mimics noises we make, smiles and lights up every time he sees one of us, and giggles and giggles when he rolls away from me when I'm trying to change his clothes or diaper. He is understanding more of his world, and watches our reactions to the things he does. There is less fussy time now. He is such a happy, playful little guy. We absolutely adore him!

Our Big Preschooler

Here is our little Emily during her first week of preschool. She loves preschool and doesn't mind at all that she is going to preschool in our basement. In fact, she probably wouldn't attend if it was any other way! We are working on the seperation thing still, but it's getting A LOT better. She has loved playing with friends, singing songs, and learning more letters. She calls me "mom" when she addresses me directly during preschool. But, when she's talking to the other kids she refers to me as "the teacher". It cracks me up. I love seeing her in this new setting!

Carter's Stats

Carter's Stats at 6 Months Old
Height 93rd percentile
Weight 17th percentile

I recently took Carter to his 6 month check up (even though he is days away from being 7 months). He once again had grown like a weed in height, but gained only a pound. My doctor assured me that their scale really was working (I was convinced it was broken after his 4 mo. check up because I'd never had a baby drop below 85% in weight). They also assured me that he is fine. He's just making up for coming out almost 10 pounds and he's probably just going to be tall and thin like his dad. So here's our little buddy at 6 months. He is definently our thinnest baby. But he's still got the cheeks!

First Day of School

Our First Grader

Kelsie started school today! She was so excited for her first day and is even more excited for her second day! We are so happy for her. She loves seeing her friends from last year and she loves eating lunch at school! I can't beleive my little girl is a first grader. When I taught school my first graders seemed so big. And now that I have one of my own she still seems so little! It's amazing how your perspective changes. We are so excited for this year. First grade is the best!

The Splash Pad

We took our kids to check out this Splash Pad. They absolutely loved it! We were the only ones there and John and the kids enjoyed darting in and out of the shooting water. I loved watching how thrilled they were by something so simple. I also kept thinking what brilliant idea a Splash Park is... a free way for kids to cool off on hot summer days without the fear of drowning or of contracting Crypto (two of my current fears)! I think I might start campaigning for one in our city.

Carter's Crib

We finally set up Carter's crib and he loves it! The first time I put him down to sleep in it he just looked around and fell asleep on his own. It was a beautiful moment! We're hoping he will keep that up! It is so cute and peaceful to see him napping in his crib. And it's so fun to have a blue room!

Summer Fun

We are trying to make the most of our last few weeks of summer freedom. I am not ready for it to end! Here are some of our favorite activities from the last couple of weeks.

At the Fire StationWe went to a "read with a firefighter" event at our firestation. The girls loved it! They got to listen to stories, take a tour of the fire house, see the firefighter gear, and sit inside a firetruck. Emily had never been to the firehouse and was thrilled by all of it. She couldn't beleive the firefighters had chairs and a T.V. and beds, just like "real" people! I also learned some new things and was tickled pink that the firefighters suggested my girls climb up on this firetruck for a picture!

Our Sidewalk Paint Masterpiece
Meeting Sophie
Carter met my brother's dog Sophie for the first time. He LOVED the dog and wanted to get a hold of him. I guess he's inherited his sisters love for dogs instead of his parents fear. Looks like we will have a 3rd child begging for a dog in a few years.

Farm CountryWe headed to Thanksgiving Point with our fun neighbors. It was lots of fun to have friends along to entertain all of us!
Emily loved being "out and about" with her friend Lizzie and was all smiles and giggles.

And here are the pony rides....