Elise's 4th Birthday (#1)

Well, this year Elise got 2 birthday celebrations. Since her birthday fell on a weekend, it overlapped with one of Bobby's cousin's high school graduation. So we didn't actually spend her birthday at home. This is fine by me, I love that she got to celebrate it with family. That is the best way to spend your birthday.

She got a very special breakfast while we were in Terre Haute.

Square Donuts!!

 Seriously one of my favorites! She should be paid for advertising.

She has a new fascination with collecting and looking at rocks. So they decided to check out the rocks near the railroad tracks by Square Donuts. 

Birthday Part 2

 She loves talking to Aunt Sis!!

 This is the adorable cake that Grandma got Elise while we were at their house.

 Can you feel the excitement?!

 She was so proud of herself.

 Taking the pieces off and licking the icing off.

My big 4 year old!! (40lbs 42in)

I can't believe that you are 4. You are an amazing little girl, and you have blessed our lives exponentially. You are funny, smart, and energetic. Everyone always compliments me on what a good girl you are and that you 'are a hoot.' I hope that being a 4 year old is all that you want it to be and more. I love watching you grow and learn. May you stay this young forever. Lots of love, Mommy

8 months

Wow, I am lazy. Writing once a month, and there has been so much going on. I'll put that is my excuse reason for not posting more. I really hope to catch up someday, but no promises.

Here are some pics from today of Maggie, who is now incredibly 8 months old. She now has 2 teeth, bottom middle ones. She is sitting up very well, and don't really need the pillow, but it makes me feel better. She isn't crawling yet, but it isn't too far away, as you will see in (at least) one of the pictures. Plus, I have seen her in her crib when she is mad and she is almost strong enough to put herself into a seated position from her belly.

 She does like to stick her tongue out!

 Baby kisses!

Seriously content to chew on just about anything, and boy does she get mad if you take it away before she is done.

 I'm pretty sure we have a similar picture of Elise doing the same 'stretch.'

 Sweet smiles.

 She LOVES to chew on this book!

 Hopefully both girls will always love books. And Maggie will outgrow wanting to chew on them.

 Notice her position in the first picture, and then at the end. She can completely spin around. Also there is the one where if she was up on her hand she would practically be sitting.

 And...I'm done Mom!

 Wrinkle nose :)

 Now, I don't normally take pictures of the kids in the tub, but she is pretty happy and I wanted to get a few more smile pictures. (sorry about the yellow pictures, I forgot to change the setting.)

 She has figured out how to splash, which is really cute. And sometimes she is so focused it seems she is studying it.

 More tongue!

Looking at Dad making silly noises, ha.

7 months

Well, somehow month 6 went by so fast!
Maggie has changed a lot. She now has a tooth! You can't really see it, but you can feel it if she chews on your finger. (which I don't recommend) She still isn't crawling, but she is very active and sometimes hard to hold. I am pretty sure she will beat Elise and at least crawl before 10 months. She is sitting up pretty well, but I still put a pillow behind her because sometimes she gets mad and will flop back.

She is also quite vocal now which is pretty funny because Elise and she really get into squawks and squeals. They are going to be hilarious!

Mushing on a strawberry!