9 Months Old

She's crawling L style....Left foot flat on ground, drags right leg behind her. I'm certain this is a sign that she has little interest in crawling as a means of transportation and wishes to stand, thus, will be walking in no time. Take note: rubberband at back is to keep dress out of way!

The Stats: 19lbs 4oz
27 1/2 in
Head: 97th %ile
....and just perfect!

Thank goodness NO shots today! What a wonderful well baby visit we had. I love L pediatrician!

This next clip is from July 8th. As soon as I get new video of her crawl I'll post that for comparison!

Visit with G'G Rs

Friday, Em, M, L and I drove to Holland for a visit with Grandma and Grandpa. We made a stop at one garage sale and purchase a book both kids and a winter outfit for L. Grandma had a wonderful lunch for us. Cousin S was there to mow Grandpa's lawn and joined us for the meal.

L hasn't had much experience with smooth flooring, so she was very interested in how her feet squeaked on the hard wood.

L and cousin S

L Photos from the Last Few Weeks

M, Grandma and L at Uncle Dick's

L's first swimming experience at the B family reunion July 13th. Such a beautiful day with perfect temperatures. L was not inpressed. She only napped for about a half hour so was not in the best spirits. She must have thought she'd have a nightmare about her mom getting pulled over on the way to the reunion that morning....I know it was that horrifying for me! My first time pulled over AND my first speeding ticket!:(

I should have known from the sleepy looks on their faces....
I took both kids to Blues on the Mall last night hoping to enjoy some music just before Em got out of work. The walk there was pleasant, but M started looking for Blue Dog(his best comfy friend) and I knew it was all over. We walked home quickly to the comfort of air conditioning and Finding Nemo.

Doesn't she look so old here? That look says, "Mom, not another picture. At least take this bib off first!"

L was supposed to be napping, but I caught her peeking out at me.

Messy Face

L LOVES meal time. The only food she wrinkles her face for is mashed potatoes. I have to give her something to hold on to while I feed her so she doesn't grab for the spoon and bowl. She loves feeding her self: Cheerios, star puffs, crackers, and even applesauce (most of that does NOT end up in her mouth).

Hey, L, you got a little something right ....there.

I love this picture. She's so easy with the smiles and laughs.

What's that hair style? Cupie doll....troll? No, she's too cute to call it that.

I tried to capture her "sick" eye in this photo. She's had a fever (her 1st), runny nose and cough the last few days but seems better this morning. Yesterday was the worst, yawning all day, and her eyes looked glassy and tired.

8 Months Old (A Week Late)

I think L is going to be walking the furniture before she crawls! Her 2 bottom front teeth are very visible (cut 2 and 1 week ago Monday). I have video of her attempts at floor movement, but I gave up after an hour of trying to load.