Valentine's Weekend

I wasn't really sure what to call this blog, but it's pictures of this weekend.
First, here's a picture of Madeline in her morning chair. She watches me get ready every morning from her chair and then switches over to her Exersaucer. She chews on her toy and throws it - lots of fun! She's very excited about this picture because it's the first picture on my new camera! Thanks, John! (Also the reason I've been taking so many pictures this weekend.)
Madeline is swinging on her new swing. She doesn't look that happy but really she's just chillin'.
On Friday, Madeline got to see her cousins. She and Ellen were watching TV together but they seemed to be giving each other the eye. I think Madeline would like some of Ellen's cookie and Ellen's saying "No way." They really do love each other and are great friends. (For Ellen, who wouldn't want a live doll to play with? and Madeline, she loves the attention.)
Ellen is being a dare devil and trying to go down the slide. I think she's a little big for it and if you look at the left side of the picture, I think Andrew agrees.
Grandma and Grandpa came to see us this weekend. We had a great time and Madeline got plenty of attention.


Grammy took us all to see the Lipazzaner stallions on Sunday. All of the kids were great (M, A, & E) and enjoyed the horses. Thank you, Grammy!

I have more pictures to post, but I have been requested by someone whom I won't name (my sister) to spread out my posts and not put everything on one day. It's a good suggestion so there will be more later!

New Stuff

Jennifer helped me improve the blog. Actually, she did it all and Madeline and I watched. I think it looks really nice and hope everyone likes the improvements! More pictures to come later!

I love peas!

We went over to Andrew and Ellen's house and Madeline got to swing for the first time. I think she really liked it! It looks like some very serious swinging!

We started solid food in January. We tried to post a video but it wouldn't work. I think this picture captures the experience. She loves everything but peas are the best. She's figured out opening gets her more food - so here's what we get!
Look what a big girl she is with her sippy cup. Mostly she lets it run all over her but every now and then she will actually drink some. I think it's fun for her to chew (no teeth yet, not even close).
A little bonding with Dad. He's so much fun!
This is "success" at sitting. I guess she just needs more time.... but look at the concentration!

February Update

Things have been pretty calm around here. I had the flu last week and Madeline stayed at Grammy and Grandpa's house. Here is a picture of us her first day back. We really missed her and having her sleep on me made me feel so special. Also, it was great to have her take a nap for 1.5 hours! As most of you know, she's not a good napper - usually 45 min per day.
I just thought this was so cute. She loves her feet!

Aunt Jennifer finally decided I wasn't contagious anymore and A&E got to come play with us! They're looking at Madeline like she crazy. I think they are telling her "Ma-ma, we've got a movie playing, plenty of Cheerios, and lots of toys. Why are you making a sad face - life is good!"
This is how John spoils her after her bath - fancy lotion and a back rub - that's worth smiling about!