Big girl

Thought it might be time for a quick update on what Miss Emaline is up to. She finally rolled over about a week and a half ago. However, it has only happened twice and her Mom is the only one to witness it so far. She just really does not like being on her belly and gets quite upset every time we make her lay on it. She is also doing really well with her sitting lately. She still falls over when left to her own devices, but is pretty steady when she is up. Also, Emme is eating cereals, vegetables and fruits for supper now. She is doing pretty well and seems to enjoy most of the food, as well as, using the spoon to eat. I have included pictures of her in a shopping cart and in a highchair at a restaurant. These are new activities for her and she seems to enjoy the view (rather than being in her carrier). She is laughing at all kinds of things now, but still seems to think that going fast in her stroller is the funniest thing of all. I have included a few pictures that I took of her to send to Jimmy while he was in Illinois for a week. They showcase some of her favorite daily activities like standing, reading, hanging with her puppies and playing on the quilt that Grandma Chris and Aunt Sarah made. I hope everyone is doing well and enjoying the last days of summer!

Five Months Old Today

Emaline is five months old today and I am alternating between excitement and tears. I find that you don't understand the passage of time in the same way you did before you had a baby. In one way I feel like she has always been a part of our family, and in another I feel like she just got here yesterday. At her four month well baby visit, which was just a couple of weeks ago because it was scheduled late, Emaline weighed almost 15.5 lbs and was 25 inches long. This put her in the 75th percentile in both categories and her head circumference was in the 50th percentile. The doctor was very pleased with her growth and development, remarking on her incredible strength (especially in standing). Emme is very close to rolling over on the floor, but hasn't quite made the hurdle. She will do it on soft surfaces like the sofa or bed with very little encouragement so we do have to keep a close eye on her now. She also laughs a lot now, the dogs in particular are a real riot to her. We got her on a great roll one night this week by just saying "Ma Ma" and "Da Da" so we aren't sure that her sense of humor is too particular yet! Emme is now eating rice cereal every night at supper and seems to like it, but she is eyeballing pizza, pasta, and tacos too so she might be ready to expand her horizons. Finally, Emaline began sucking her thumb a few weeks ago. I can't decide how I feel about this, but she only does it when she is tired and it might help us get rid of the binkie so I guess I won't worry over it too much. Overall, we are all doing very well and just enjoying the summer. We took Emaline to the park again yesterday to swing and she seemed to enjoy that. I have chosen some pictures from the past week or so to display, including one with the beautiful blanket that Emaline's Grandma Jo made her. Hope you all enjoy and I will try to post again soon!

Our Little Fish

Sometimes you have to stop and smell the roses

Emaline and I spend many days running around and often her Aunt Sarah joins us. On this day we went shopping in the morning, had lunch with Grandpa Dave, then entertained guests at our house that evening. Yet in the midst of it all we try to remember to stop and smell the roses (ha, ha!).

Summer here we come!

The Ashley's spent every moment enjoying the beautiful weather during this past Saturday. Jim woke early to do some chores and get me breakfast while Emaline and I slept late:) We made a quick trip to the mall and then had lunch with Sarah. After a heavy workout on Sarah's Wii Fit (ha, ha!) we went to the salon for a haircut. I am the only one who got a haircut but, it was a girl's outing anyway. Then, we sat outside and enjoyed a bottle (that was just Emme). Next, we were off to the driving range to shag some golf balls. Finally, we decided to have an impromtu barbeque at our house and got to spend a great evening with my sisters and brother-in-law, as well as, Grandma Gigi. It was a jam packed great day!

Memorial Holiday

Just a quick update. Emaline had a very big weekend for the Memorial Holiday. We went to the Dog Olympics at Mom and David's to celebrate the life of our families loyal companion of 18 years Buddy, who we lost last year. Rosie did very well in the competition this year coming in 2nd (we were very proud). After this we went to Jimmy's cousin Holly's house to celebrate her little boy Tanner's 1st birthday. Then we packed up the baby and dogs and headed for the lake. Unfortunately it rained all weekend and Emaline did not get to sport the adorable new swimsuit that Genesis and Chris got her but, we are hopeful for good weather in a couple of weeks. We did get to visit with my family and enjoy some relaxation despite the rain. I have included some pictures of Emme playing in the exersaucer type toy that cousin Melody sent us. While she is really still too small for it we let her in there for short amounts of time because she loves it so much! Also, one of her in the party dress that never made it to Tanner's party (oh well).
Finally, one of Rosie basking in the glow of her almost win! Hope everyone had a great holiday!

3 Months Old

Emaline is 3 months old tomorrow and I thought it might be time for an update. She is now around 23 inches long and about 13.5 pounds. She is talking up a storm especially for her Dad lately. She continues to grow stronger and loves sitting, and standing to get a better view of her kingdom. I have included pictures taken by her Uncle Chris while playing at his house, some snapshots of her playing at our house with Rosie and Caroline, and a night out on the town at Kai to celebrate her Aunt Sarah's graduation. We have a trip planned for the Memorial Holiday down to the lake so I should get some good shots then too. Hope everyone is doing well!