We finally got a baby gate! (Thanks, Grandpa John!) Sarah loves to climb on it, but she is less than thrilled that it limits her ability to crawl wherever she wants!
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Sunday, January 19, 2014
Messy Hair
Dad decided Sarah needed a new hairstyle ;). (I'm just thankful she has enough hair to get messy haha)
Standing
Sarah's finally decided furniture is just as ok as people to use for standing/climbing. She loves looking out the window at the tree and snow. (Or maybe she's eying up the blinds!)
Sunday, January 12, 2014
SQUEEZE
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Aunt Jackie
Sarah and I are headed to the cities in a few hours for Aunt Jackie's wake and funeral. Aunt Jackie is my dad's mother's sister. But she was much more than that to much of our family. From what I remember growing up, Jackie was a second mom to my dad and aunts. She was a second grandmother to a lot of us older cousins. When my grandma (Jackie's sister) died, Aunt Jackie told us she couldn't replace her, but she'd gladly step in as grandma. Then Jackie's memory started getting worse... And worse... And worse. So did her health. It was hard for me to witness. I can only imagine what her children and grandchildren were going through. In the midst of this, my own grandfather was becoming more and more sick with cancer. I guess I just couldn't (or didn't want to) handle both. So I didn't "keep up" with Aunt Jackie. I'm sorry for that.
As we all move through these next few days, let's pause to remember those who aren't with us - and to connect with those who are.
All my love to the Edells. Light and love, Aunt Jackie. Give your sister a kiss for me.
Monday, January 6, 2014
Merry Christmas (Again)
We celebrated Nelson/Kime Christmas over the weekend. We had a sleepover with Annika and Jenna Friday night. Saturday we ate a huge breakfast (who doesn't love monkey bread?!). Then it was time to open presents.
Sarah was pretty into the unwrapping part. But once the paper was gone she became pretty interested in her toys.
We had a great time. Sarah really loves her cousins! We are definitely blessed with a great family. Merry Christmas (again)!
Sunday, January 5, 2014
Sarah at 7 months
I can't believe Sarah is closer to her BIRTHDAY than her birth day! Where is this year going? We just had her "6 month" appointment (a little late hah). She is over 18lbs and 27inches. That football blanket's getting tiny!
Sarah is very curious. She has learned how to press buttons to turn things on and off. She's crawling like crazy but prefers to stand or walk, which means Mama gets to practice "stand up, sit down" with her ALL.DAY.
There's two teeth already through - and they aren't being very nice. Sarah's usually chewing on something to help relieve the discomfort. She's eating more foods. Turns out she likes curry! And sweet potatoes and squash. Still loves bananas too.
She now sits still for entire books, and prefers ones that have photos vs. illustrations.
Friday, January 3, 2014
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Happy New Year!
Sarah and Mama started New Year's Eve baking muffins. Apparently carrots and bananas are a tasty combo! Later that night, we snuggled Sarah up in her poncho and headed to our friends' apartment.
We had a nice taco dinner followed by board games and beers. It's amazing how New Year's "celebrating" has changed! We all ALMOST made it to midnight :)
Anyway, it's that time of year for reflection and resolution. 2013 was a pretty amazing year for us. We bought a house in March. I graduated from grad school. We celebrated our anniversary. Beautiful Sarah was born. Andy received a job offer.
We have been showered with so much love and support this year. We are truly blessed with amazing friends and family. As we move into the New Year, we look forward to watching Sarah continue to grow. I can't wait to see what this year brings us. I hope we are able to continue to slow our life down and appreciate the little moments we've been given.
Light and love (and lots of warmth!),
The Nelsons
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