6 Month Check Up

Marlee's well visit was this morning. She is 14 lbs 11 oz and 26 1/2 inches long, and she still has a pin head :). Her weight is on the low end, so the doctor ran some extra tests. She is exceptionally healthy, but she has a very fast metabolism. Combined with her high activity level, she is burning calories quickly. The solution: more food! As many of you have witnessed, the girl can EAT. She finishes every morsel, so this is good news for her! We go back in a month for another weight check.

Other than that, the appointment was like any other. Dr. Jina watched Marlee sit and scoot and clapped for her, which pleased MJ greatly. She had some shots, which were horrible of course, and cried for her daddy. I'm now thinking that she may actually know what she's saying.

Come on, MJ, say it with me....MA MA!!!

Trip to California!

We're home from our cross-country trip! Michael was attending the Game Developers' Conference in San Francisco, so Marlee and I tagged along. She got to see lots of the family that have been waiting to meet her! We even played tourist and took MJ to Fisherman's Wharf and Pier 39. I also got to visit with my friend Nicole, whom I hadn't seen in over 10 years! There are way too many pictures to post here, but check out the new album under the pictures link over there <--------------- :)

What a Difference Six Months Makes!

Marlee is half a year old! It amazes me how much she's grown and changed. Six months ago, she was our sweet precious newborn. Now, she's a silly, lovable baby. She is babbling constantly...her favorite word is "dada," and even though I'm not sure she knows what she's saying, I'm a little jealous! She's so silly and loves making people laugh as much as she loves laughing. I've begun baby-proofing, as there's crawling in our near future. MJ gets up on her hands and knees and bounces and rocks, but she's yet to coordinate the movement. She can scoot with the best of them though! It's a pretty good way to get around, and when that doesn't work, rolling over and over and over gets her where she wants to go! She is full of smiles and a joy to be around. We Love You, Marlee June!

Best Friends

(Lots of pictures lately!!!)

Kiss Me, Georgie!

Marlee really, really, loves George! She giggles every time he comes near her. Fortunately, the feeling is mutual...George is so sweet and gentle with her and very protective at the same time.

Pictures

Stealing a few extra winks in Mommy and Daddy's bed.

Hi!

Playtime

Cloth Diaper Cutie

Come Out, Come Out, Wherever You Are!

I know you're there...quit lurking and post a comment! I would love to know who's here!

Laissez les Bons Temps Rouler!

Marlee celebrated Mardi Gras today by letting the good times roll... from her back to her belly that is! I happened to have the camera nearby from our earlier adventures, so I actually caught this milestone! Here is her first back-to-belly roll:

Busy Day at the Park

Today I had to go to the park to vote, and it is a beautiful day, so we decided to make the trip more than our ordinary walk.

We packed a picnic lunch.

Lunch outside? In my stroller? Are you sure this is okay, Mom?


Okay, you're right. That was kinda fun.

We visited some feathered friends at the lake.Turn me back around...I was watching those ducks!


And, of course, we voted.
Okay, Mommy voted. But I got a sticker!