Friday, October 10, 2008

10.08.08 - Happy Half Birthday!

Claire reached the 6 month mark on Wednesday - can you believe we're halfway through her first year? Some of her favorite things at this stage:
  • Jumping in her doorway jumper
  • Blowing raspberries
  • Seeing Daddy when he gets home from work
  • Hitting the buttons on her Exersaucer
  • Butternut squash
  • Oatmeal cereal
  • Bathtime with Mommy (except for hair washing)
  • "Talking"
  • Belly laughs
  • Kisses
  • When Mommy and Daddy clap and cheer
  • Sassy rattle
  • Skwish

I think we can now say Claire is officially able to sit up. She could do it for a few seconds at a time, but over the past two days she's had times where she was able to sit for a couple of minutes without assistance. I got a couple of pictures last night - they're a little dark because I was too close to her to use the flash (within arm reach!), but I think they're still cute.



We're also still working on rolling over - she likes it when someone helps her, but doesn't think it's much fun when she's supposed to do it by herself.



We had a busy week. My parents were here from Wednesday to Monday morning. I left on Friday for Miami, and Robert was gone for the weekend for the MS150 from SA to Corpus Christi, so Claire spent the weekend with Nana and Granddaddy. I had so much fun in Miami. It rained the entire time, so we weren't able to spend any time on the beach, but we enjoyed just hanging out. One of the highlights of the weekend was when Hulk Hogan and his girlfriend were seated next to us at lunch. We initially debated on whether he was with his daughter or a girlfriend - apparently we're not the only ones who think there is a resemblance.

After Mom and Dad left, Robert's parents and sister came to spend the day with us. Claire had a great time playing with them!


Coming this weekend - some pictures and a video from Claire's first cereal experience!

1 comment:

Amy's Mom said...

I love the new pictures, especially the ones of Claire sitting up. She is just darling!