My girls

Finally some good weather

We just had to take advantage of the good weather this weekend.  So Caitlin and I took Alaina for her first walk in the stroller.  She liked being outside until the wind starting blowing.  But until then, we enjoyed the walk to the park and playing. 

Caitlin has always loved the monkey bars but has always needed help. Since I was holding Alaina, she figured out how to do it herself. Such a big girl!!

Sweet, But Scary!

Rusty took the girls with him to get his hair cut.  Caitlin got hers trimmed too.  Alaina was happy while Caitlin had hers done.  Then it was Rusty's turn, so Alaina sat in the carseat.  Rusty heard her fussing a little but she was okay.  Next thing you know, he sees Caitlin holding her up on her shoulder patting her on her back and saying, "It's okay."  (Just like mommy and daddy do it)  She had gone and picked up Alaina and was comforting her.  This was SO sweet and yet SO scary when he told me.  So scary because Alaina is a big baby and Caitlin has only held her under our supervision, sitting down.  But so sweet that her big sister wanted to comfort her and didn't want her to be unhappy.  It's been two months and there hasn't yet been a single incident where Caitlin complained about the baby crying or how much of our time she takes up.  She has been nothing but loving and a great big sister.  We are so lucky to have two wonderful girls - I thank God every day for them!!

Chubs

Alaina had her 2 month checkup last Wednesday.  She is officially a chubby baby!  She weighed in at 12 pounds 2 ounces (86%).  Her length was 22.75 inches (75%) and her head circumference was 39.5 inches (74%).  The doctor said she is consistent and just a big baby - so no worries.

Smiles

For about a month Alaina has been all smiles.  We love to talk to her and see what she will smile at.  I finally was able to capture it on video tonight!!

Two in a Row

Last night was the second in a row for Alaina sleeping over 7 hours.  I know Rusty appreciates it since he takes her the nights where I have to go to work the next day.  Sunday night she slept 7 hours and last night she slept 8.  I don't want to ginx it, but I'm so proud of her.  I hope it continues - especially the nights I have her!

Alaina's Blessing

January 3rd was Alaina's blessing day.  We were so glad that we could have so many of our family and friends there to share the day with us.

Misc Cell Phone Pics

I love to snap pictures while Alaina is just resting on me.  Her happiest time is right after eating - the girl loves to eat!  Recently we can very easily get her to smile and laugh.

She has this lopsided grin sometimes.  She looks like Popeye.  :)

Sledding

We are still recovering from the snowstorm.  We had a few days of fun in it, though.  Twice, we went sledding on a nearby hill with some friends.  Caitlin LOVED it and I even tried it for the first time.

Christmas Morning

Caitlin thoroughly enjoyed Christmas morning.  She got lots of presents and was in Heaven!

And Alaina slept through everything.

Misc Pictures

Still trying to catch up on everything. Here are some pictures from family visits around Christmas time.