Rolly Polly Ava at 7 Months Old

Our little sunshine, Ava, is always happy and smiling. She is sitting up very well, being able to reach and stabilize instead of falling over. She is eating pureed food 3 times a day and has starting drinking from a sippy cup. She loves to play with the spoon when she is done.

Here is Carys at the same age, 7 months.

You have to keep your eyes on her because if she sees a toy she wants, she can move across the room in a split second.

Carys at 7 months.

Ava has a genuine interest in toys that Carys never had. I also think we are going to have to keep our eyes on Ava as she is into everything. The other day she had pulled her dad's Playstation out, something we never had to worry about with Carys. Looks like we have more baby-proofing to do.

I love my toys!

Up...wait...coming back.

Nice.

Hi mom! Ava is also a talker, she loves to babble.

A is for Ava.

C is for Carys.

Crazy Jumperoo Ava at 7 Months

One of Ava's favorite toys is the Jumperoo. She can really launch herself, making herself giggle. As always, Carys is her coach...Jump, jump, jump like a Kangaroo!

Carys' 2nd Birthday "Shell-a-bration"

February 4, 2011 marked Carys' 2nd birthday. We scheduled her turtle shell-a-bration for Super Bowl Sunday, right before the big game. We chose a turtle theme because Carys is painfully shy. When an adult talks to her, that she does not know, she literally turtle shells and hides her face. I was pleased to get this pose from the Birthday Princess.

Auntie Kim was one of the first to arrive. Ava was sporting her turtle outfit too.

Nana was a big help with Ava during the party.

Papa Tom working his magic while enjoying a hot dog.

Papa James and Grandma CC had a wonderful time meeting all of Carys' friends.

Carys' favorite thing about her party, the bouncie house!

Carys was very excited to see Cameron and Casey, Mrs. Patty's daughters from daycare.

Jump! Frankie's here!

Yaya's here! I mean Lydia.

Brodie and Lincoln had a great time too.

Our newest friend, Ethan!

Brodie and Lincoln sticking stickers on their turtles.

Frankie with his masterpiece.

Lydia striking a sweet pose.Frankie made a chalk outline of our backyard.

Logan with his mom Stacy enjoyed the turtle toss TJ created.Carys' turn.Yummy turtle snacks.Green Punch.The cake!The birthday girl before she blew out the candles.Frankie with his turtle backpack.

After a great afternoon, Brodie was ready to go home with his loot.

Lincoln following his brother...getting ready for a super bowl party.

Lydia and CarysCharlotte could not make the party but sent a pic of herself sporting her turtle backpack.

Logan and Carys had a great time running around especially with the turtle balloon.

Balloons! Holley was right, they totally make the party!

Present time was crazy, all the kids converged at once and there was paper flying! Carys wanted to play with everything...we just wanted to get everything opened...so all the kids helped!

A sweet hug from Carys to Lydia as a thank you, Mrs Patty in the background.
Papa James the toddler whisperer.

Carys loved her new stroller! She was walking her baby everywhere.

Later Carys opened up her Mickey and Dinosaur Train presents from Auntie Kim.

A new high chair for her dollie...she needs a bottle.

A new pelican shape sorter.

Carys had a wonderful day. She loved the bouncie house the most, but loved sticking stickers on her turtle and tossing beanies in the turtle toss. TJ grilled up the hot dogs and I had my first go at using a sewing machine. The turtle backpacks were fun to make and it took a village to make them. Thank you everyone for your help making our turtle shell-a-bration a hit!

"Snow" Day in Texas

February 4th 2011 marked two monumental events. School was cancelled due to the inclement weather...snow...which never did happen, and Carys turned 2! It was so much fun for all four of us to be "stuck" at home on her birthday. Our birthday girl. By early afternoon, any ice that was on the roads was gone, so Papa and CC came to open presents with us. Carys got up from her nap to find her presents. Uncle Jamie, Aunt Holley and Grant sent her a trunki for when she travels. It is so cute, she can sit on it and we can pull her if she gets tired of walking.

Carys was excited about everything, Ava loved the ribbon.

A new dollie!

Baby needs a bottle.

A new backpack to keep all my stuff!

Check it!

A turtle necklace from Mommy and Daddy for my special birthday party on Sunday!

Our family went to Saltgrass for an early dinner with Papa and CC. Happy 2nd Birthday Carys.