Just Pics

Enjoying one of her favorite toys

It's still summer here in Houston; so we're still dressing for it.

Which bow is best?

I believe this one matches the best; and I look adorable in it!

Another of Claire's favorite toys is her chime garden. She sits in her Bumbo seat and pushes on the flowers. When she pushes them, they light up and play music. It's endless fun!

This is what a "squeal of delight" looks like. I LOVE it when she squeals with delight!

None of these pictures have been moved around in the post, so they are all printable. Enjoy!

Beautiful!

Four Months

It's hard to believe that our baby girl is already four-months-old. The past four months have been absolutely amazing!

Her stats: She had her four-month checkup this week. She weighs 13 lbs 9 oz and is 25" long. (For those of you comparing her length with last month's, I clearly measured her wrong when I measured her myself last month. LOL) She is doing great! She's met all of her milestones and is ahead in several areas. She's beautiful and healthy!

Steve's sisters were here this past week to spend some time with our family. It was the first time that Nicole had met Claire. While they were here, we went square dancing; and we went to the Houston Museum of Natural Science. (Check out our blog for pics and video of the square dancing. Too funny!)

Nicole and Kalei with Claire

Amy and Steve "promenading" while square dancing Amy, Kalei, Nicole and Claire at the HMNSNicole as the Channel 11 weather girl at HMNS

Claire as the weather girl

I'm a little behind on posting pictures. Here are a few that should have been posted earlier.

This is a pic of Claire wearing her "The Newest Member of the Colgan Air Family" t-shirt. Colgan sends these shirts to each of the new babies born to employees. The pictures of the babies wearing the shirts are published in the company newsletter. This is the picture we sent in of Claire.

While in Tulsa, Mom, Dad and I drove to Muskogee to have dinner at my favorite restaurant - Okie's. Here's a pic of Claire with her PopPop and MiMi at Okie's.
Claire taking a nap on Grandma's shoulder - so relaxing!

We love spending time with Aunt Shannon and Analise while in Tulsa. Say "cheese!"

Analise loves her Uncle Steve. Steve carried the girls while Shannon and I shopped.

Claire loves waking up to spend time with PopPop while Mommy gets ready for the day.

And evenings with MiMi are the best!

Claire is so fun these days. She laughs out loud a lot, which is accompanied by a squeal of delight when someone or something is particularly funny. She has also started reaching. I must admit that I love this! There's nothing better than having your beautiful daughter smile at you and then reach for you. Aahhh... melts my heart every time.

My beautiful girl is waking up from her nap. I must go play! Have a wonderful day!

Date Night

Last night was the first time that Steve and I have gone out alone since Claire was born 3 1/2 months ago. I have to admit that I had a hard time leaving her; but after several phone calls to ensure she was happy, I relaxed and enjoyed a wonderful evening with my hubby. Since we were in Tulsa, we visited a few of our favorite places, including Braum's!!! Yummy!!!

Thanks, Uncle Adam, Aunt Shannon and Analise for keeping our girl happy and safe while we enjoyed a fun evening. We love you!

Steve - Thank you for a wonderful date! I love spending time with you! You are the best husband. Thank you for marrying me and making me the happiest girl in the world! I love you more than anything!

Pictures from our Tulsa trip will be posted later this week.