Werewolf

Dusty and Joe invited us over to play games and eat BBQ. Werewolf is a hilarious game where some people are werewolves and some people are villagers and nobody knows anything. People are trying to use logic to understand who is who.

Cecilia's New Jumper (Yay Craigslist)

After our successful vacation with Cecilia, Laura and I decided to get a jumper. They were $100 at Target but Laura found one for $20 on craigslist! It's in good shape. So far Cecilia loves it.

Our new carrier

We're gonna go for a walk in our new carrier. Cecilia faces forward so she can look around.

I'm a Little Crabby

Can't remember if we uploaded this photo yet. Cecilia picked her own shirt at Wings -- she wouldn't stop staring at it. It was appropriate too. She hasn't been in a great mood.

Caprese

We made a caprese salad with tomatoes and basil from the garden! Accompanied by canned dolmas from Target.

Smiles all around

Who knew mirrors could be so great?

Health and Wellness Center

We're at the New Parents Support Group, surrounded by happy babies and mothers.

Cecilia likes to "help"

Lately, Cecilia has decided to "help" us when we are feeding her. She
likes to either grab onto the bottle neck like you can see here and
push it away from her mouth or she will put her hands over the nipple
of the bottle and block it from her mouth. This usually happens as she
is crying that she is hungry.

Cecilia loves toys now

Back in Richmond already. She gets bored SO EASILY now! I think we'll buy one of these toy seats when we get home.

Sunrise on our last day at the beach

It's 7 a.m. and we're about to drive back up to Richmond. It was a great week and I'll miss being out here with family.

Tired Beach Babes

Holy Redeemer by the Sea

The tabernacle was pretty cool.

Cecilia's Baptism

Cecilia just got baptized! She was awake all mass and paid attention during the baptism itself. Emily is happy to hold her.

Jockey's Ridge

Jockey's Ridge - it's a sandblasted wasteland with a heck of a view! 25-30 mph winds are pelting us with sand. My teeth are gritty. We brought Cecilia but luckily we have a cover for her!

In a good mood

We're about to head to dinner at the Colington Cafe.

Cecilia + Emily

Cecilia loves to sleep on Emily's shoulder.

Replica of the first flying machine

Watching a presentation at the Wright Brothers Museum

Wright Brothers Memorial

That tower in the hill.

Preparing Dinner

Cecilia is eating and everyone else is preparing dinner.

The view from our beach house

Alan and Gaoder are here!

Cecilia has learned to squeal

Goodbye and smiles all around!

Mazaks are headed up to DC for the night!

Grandpa Austin evokes a smile

At Roma's with Grandma

Cecilia ate and passed out in grandma's arms.

Cecilia and Great Grandma Mazak

They drove down from Pennsylvania to see us. Keep in mind that this is Grandma, not Gramma. Four great grandparents in one room!

Visiting with the Mazaks

Here is a 4 generation picture with the Mazaks (Sue's parents).

Water Volleyball

At Gramma and Grandpa's ranch we all take a dip in the pool. Of course, Karl is playing volleyball.

Alyssa and Cecilia

Cecilia was pretty fussy last night; luckily we had Alyssa to calm her down!

Planting flowers around Molly's grave

You never go hungry at Gramma's and Grandpa's

BBQ pork, potato salad, two other noodle salads, bread, sweet corn, fruit salad for dessert. This is a typical meal here out at the ranch!

Cecilia loved swimming in the pool today! She was fussy and tired but we put her in the water and she got a huge grin on her face.

All ready for the pool!

Cecilia is dressed up in her bathing suit and all ready for her first
trip into Great-Grandma and Great-Grandpa's pool!

Cecilia learned to suck her thumb today

Starting today, Cecilia knows how to suck her thumb! Uh oh.

Sent from my iPhone

I Love This Saying

Cecilia and Great Grandpa

Cecilia's first flight!

About to take off. She hasn't slept much at all so we're hoping she falls asleep.

On our way!

We are on our way to the East Coast now. So far Cecilia has done well.
She has had her first experience with the airport and security was
pretty easy. Hope the rest of the trip goes smoothly!! We will keep
everyone updated.

Cecilia Falling Over

I think this is the first video of Cecilia we've put on YouTube:

Roasted Vegetables

Dinner for Laura and I. Think it's too much? It's certainly colorful.

4th of July show

Cecilia is watching the 4th of July show with us. So far she likes the
music. We'll see how she does with the fireworks.

Happy Birthday to Meeee

That's half a watermelon after our Chinese takeout.

Uh oh!

Cecilia just learned how to pick things up and put them in her
mouth... Time to start baby proofing.