A Tooth

Our baby girl has her first tooth!

Mommy discovered it in the check-out line at WalMart this afternoon. I couldn't wait to get home and wash my hands and feel of it!

It's just barely broken through the gum. We haven't been able to get many looks, because it usually is covered up by a little tongue. But, it's there and it's sharp. Avery Claire keeps her finger in her mouth - she just can't figure out what's going on in there! She hasn't been fussy and has still been sleeping great - we hope all of the teeth come in this quietly!


She sat up straight by herself for the first time last night, but only for a few seconds at a time.

After a few seconds, she took the frog stance again.

We'll call that official when she doesn't tip over after a minute. Besides, our baby's growing up way too fast, and Mommy & Daddy can only handle one milestone per day!! We love you, sweet, precious, silly girl!

Masterpiece

When I was little, my favorite tape (yeah, we didn't have CDs) was Sandi Patti and the Friendship Company. I loved it and knew every word to every song! So, I had to have it for Avery Claire, except I ordered the CD.

When I started listening to the songs, I still remembered every word to every one. She loves it, too, by the way.

When I got to this song, I couldn't help but cry (more like bawl my eyes out). As many times as I sang this song as a little girl, I could never have imagined the meaning behind it. If you've never heard it, or if it's been a long time, take a few minutes to listen to it. It's not so important that you watch the video - I haven't even watched all of the video - I have my own little video playing in my head while I listen...and I still bawl my eyes out every time!

Here's our masterpiece...isn't she perfect? How could you look at God's work and not believe He exists?

6 Month Well Check

We went for Avery Claire's 6 month well visit today.

Official Stats:

16 pounds, 12 ounces (70th percentile)

Length:26 and 3/4 inches (80th percentile)

Head circumference: 17 and 1/4 inches (80th percentile)

Dr. Colvard gave Avery Claire a book. He is really so sweet. He spent time looking at it with her and letting her touch the different pages.

He was impressed with her motor skills. She really does know how to hold the book and tries to turn the pages. He said she has a very strong trunk and will be sitting up very soon. He laughed because she kept her feet crossed when he lifted her to sit up- she'd rather stand up than sit down!


He said her eye color will probably stay about the same. He said, "I think she'll be carbon copy of you, Mom!"

Ummmm, Dr. Colvard, you've obviously forgotten seeing her dad?! She may be looking more like me, but she's more a carbon copy of her Daddy!

Poor baby had to get 3 shots, for which she held her breath, then let yelped, then screamed!!

We are so thankful for a healthy, happy baby girl!!

Weekend

We had a nice, relaxing weekend at home! Everyone was healthy & happy, Bama pulled out a win...what more could we ask for?











Watching the Bama game....

Oh, no!! Is Bama gonna pull it off?

Mommy's friend Rebecca came over for a visit Saturday night. We love it when she visits us!!

Sunday, Daddy had to watch film, so we spent the afternoon playing and being lazy (again).

And taking our socks off (again and again!).

And playing tickle monster.

Notice the sock?

Avery Claire has been a great napper this weekend! She's been taking a two hour naps, along with a couple of catnaps! WoooHooo!