Cute

Avery loves to sit on our bed and just look out the window and look at the tree move. Oh- if only life were this simple.

Then & now

Just the other day I was thinking about how much my life has changed. Kraig and I used to be home very little. We used to see our friends every weekend. After we got married, that slowed down but we still went out a lot. We didn't think twice about going out for dinner a few times a week and we bought whatever we wanted (within reason- Kraig still doesn't have a new engine.) As I was driving home from work this week I was thinking about how I used to drive home so excited that I could put on some comfy clothes and spend my night doing little projects that I enjoy so much and now I can't wait to walk in the door and see my little girl. My heart melts when I come home and see her smile and get so excited to see me. I never knew my capacity to love this way. My days now are filled with playing with toys, making funny noises and faces, feeding and caring for another human being 24/7 and I wouldn't trade it for the world. It's Friday night and while we used to be excited to get out, stay out late and have a good ol time, tonight we were excited to get our new DVR and see how many movies we could find to record. The good ol' days were good but these days are the best!
(sorry to get so deep, you know how I am)

My New Trick

Yup, you are seeing correctly. Avery can stand on her own if she is holding on to something. She can walk a little if she is holding your hands. She wants so badly to be able to move. She has no interest really in crawling but is really good at rolling over and over to get to where she wants to be. She also just got her 5th tooth. I can't believe that she is getting so big already. The time goes by way to fast.

Pool Fun

Over Memorial Weekend we spent some time with my family too. Grammy V bought Avery a pool and she loved splashing in it.

Cottage

Avery had her first experience at the cottage over Memorial Weekend. She was very good and seemed to enjoy it. She liked driving the boat with daddy. The picture shows her "happy" face.

Mom's Birthday Bash

Here are a few pics from Mom's birthday bash. Love ya Mom!

Wedding Excitement

Jen had her first shower on Sunday. We are getting so excited for their big day!

Yup,

she still loves the bath. Can you tell?

Matchbox Cars

Avery playing Matchbox cars with her cousin Nathaniel at Grandma K's house. This makes her daddy very proud.

6 months old

I have been trying to take a picture of Avery every month. Here is the 6 month picture. (Yup, I'm a month behind on posting-sorry)

Been Awhile

Sorry, it's been awhile since I have posted. Life here is very good. We are just loving every minute. Avery is 7 months old now. She had a Dr. appt today and is growing very well and is right on track. She is a lot of fun right now.
We have been very busy. We celebrated Mom's 50th birthday (pictures soon to come), celebrated our nephew's 1st birthday, and welcomed a new nephew. Lots of fun since the last post. Hope you all are doing well.

Happy Easter

We spent time with lots of family on Easter. It was a fun day. Avery looked ADORABLE in her Easter dress. She gets more fun every day.

4 Months Old

I can't believe that Avery is 4 months old already. Time goes by too quickly. We are making the most of everyday but seems that the days are a blur. She is such a blessing to us and we thank God for her everyday.

Like Daddy, like daughter.

Lots of fun

Avery is enjoying many things these days. She still loves the bath. She loves her jumper and also the exersaucer. Most recently, she enjoys sitting in her Bumbo seat. One of her FAVORITE things is reading books- she likes to read along with us. Enjoy the pics of Avery having a good ol' time.

Firsts

We have had a lot of firsts this month for Avery. First cold, first ear infection and first teeth! Yup-teeth, she has her bottom two teeth already. I would love to post a picture but can't seem to get her to cooperate on that one. We are having so much fun. She is developing such a cute personality. Despite the teeth and ear infection, she was still a pretty happy girl.

Baptism

Avery was baptized on January 27. We celebrated after the service with friends and family with cake at church. It was a great day. Avery did very well- I was worried she would cry. We praise God for the very special day in her life.

Too Cute

Kraig took these pictures of Avery. Isn't she getting big?

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

We had a wonderful Christmas and New Year. Lots of fun times with friends and family. We are looking forward to seeing what this year has in store for us. Enjoy these recent pictures!

SMILE!

Here's Avery showing off her smiles. (and double chin...hee hee) Cute, huh?