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Christmas Card 2010

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Ava's 2 month Photo Session

Safety Goggles

A couple of weeks ago we were leaving the house to run some errands. Jack grabbed his safety goggles and wore them the whole afternoon! In target, Lowes and to Panera for lunch. He takes safety very seriously! LOL

Ava Hanging in her Chair

She's getting bigger everyday, we can't believe it. She is now smiling, cooing and makes lots of different noises. She'll even have a "conversation" with you now.

She is sleeping pretty well at night, giving mommy between 4-6 hours at a stretch.

Lesson from Nils

Nils gives Jack an art lesson. Jack was thrilled.

Cathy and Ava

Our dear friends from NY came to visit us.

Dragon and Buzz Lightyear

Buzz and the Dragon had a blast Trick or Treating. The Dragon would start unwrapping his candy before getting off the front porch of the house. He just couldn't wait!

Happy Halloween!

Jack the Dragon!

All Smiles

Ava's 2 month Check Up

Ava had her 2 month check up today and she is doing great. She now weighs 10 lb 9 oz and is 22 inches long! She got her first round of vaccines and settled down pretty quickly. She's now enjoying a nap in her crib. I couldn't ask for more! :)

Ava says Yipee!

Ava and Uncle Matt

Ava relaxing outside

Fall Festival at Mount Vernon

Jack had fun playing these old fashion games with Daddy.

Ava and Nina

Here's Ava with Nina. We visited and had baby's first tea party.

Aunt Diane comes to visit

Aunt Diane came to visit for the weekend and Ava and Jack just loved seeing her. She was wonderful with calming Ava and a great babysitter! Come visit anytime Diane!! LOL Seriously though it was great to see her, every time we see any of our family from Wisconsin we wish they lived closer!

Sleeping Ava

Sleeping like a little angel. She's 7 weeks now!

He is a big boy now, not usually thrilled with mommy trying to take his picture. He allowed me this one last night. So handsome!

Halloween doughnuts

We stopped at Krispy Kreme before work (and school). Jack had a Jack-O-Lantern doughnut.

Baby Tootsies

Jack feeding Ava

Jack really likes being invloved with taking care of Ava and we're trying to let him do all he can do.

Ava Awake

The Tale of the Tape

Homegirl is 22.25" long and she weighs 7lbs 6oz. The Docs said they wanted her up to birth weight by the 2 week check in but she's an over achiever and has put on 5 extra ounces. Good job Mommy and Baby!

Nina with Ava

Grandma with Ava

Grandpa with Ava

Announcing: Miss Ava Mairéad

Ava Mairéad

Born: August 24, 2010

Weight: 7lbs 1oz

Baby Girl Nursery

Wright Brother's Museum

We visited the Wright Brother's Museum while in NC. Here's Jack with Daddy and Grandpa.

Beach Vacation

Just got back from our family beach vacation in NC where we meet up with our extended family. We had a great time! Here are Jack and Grant enjoying the sun and surf.

Making CupCakes

Jack and I made cupcakes for Fourth of July, mix compliments of Pam in CA. Jack loves to help cook, but when we use the hand mixer he has to put on his protective ear gear, he says it's too loud without them. He calls these earphones 'telephone ears', close enough. ;)

Painting the Nursery

Jack helped Uncle Matt paint the dresser and nursery for the new baby. We went with cream on top and pink on bottom. Hopefully we won't have to repaint the room this time! ;)

Fishin' with Grandpa

Jack liked playing with the worms more than actually fishing, but still managed to catch one, with Grandpa's help! ;)

Easter Eggs

Jack loved dyeing Easter Eggs.

Happy Easter 2010!

Jack and Grant had an Easter Egg hunt