Summer Lovin

Summer is in full effect these days. We have been spending the bulk of our time outside basking in the sunshine and fresh air. Somedays, that means splashing in the pool. Other days, we sweat and get dirty in the back yard.

We (Rick) have been tackling the back yard overhaul. The first task was tearing out the enormous center garden and planting grass. Now, a new deck has become the focus. Teagan and I plant and maintain the flowers and veggies...the real dirt under your nails type work. HA!

We visited the pool for the first time last weekend. Teagan had a look of shock and she was no longer in the 90 degree therapy pool where swim class was held. Once she got situated, she loved it! Or maybe she enjoyed watching the slew of kids surrounding her. There was one boy diving for sticks that she would talk to like she was giving him clues as to where his treasure was.

More fun was had at play dates and backyard bbq's. We attended a dual celebration for Tiltges Parents Day and a going away party for Chris. He accepted a position in San Francisco and left today with his girl, Kaitlyn. We will miss him but are so proud he is trying something new in this big big world!

My mamacita has a new hip. She had a successful replacement done on Monday the 11th. It was not an easy decision for her as she faced a summer full of plans and riding trips. We are glad she is in recovery mode now and will be pain free and on her feet in the near future.

XO,
EAT

Accessorize

My new favorite accessory :) This little lady hanging off my legs just never gets old!

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EAT

Graduate

Teagan graduated from her first swim class today! She was one of the younger babies in the class but she had a blast "swimming" around the pool at our local YMCA. Some of the favorites were motor boat, baby shark and the marshmallow sticks. We even met a family with a baby a month older than Teagan that lives a few blocks away. We can't wait for pool and lake time this summer!

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Birthday Suit

Pajama day at school means diaper play at home! This girl loves to stand up and she loves to make music!

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Testing 1,2,3,4

So I finally made the move from my trusty Blackberry to the iPhone. We are now complete Apple GEEKS! It makes me want to read the Steve Jobs biography...these products are just genius! We are all synched up with AirPlay and the iCloud. It is scary what technology can do but it is also pretty incredible at the same time. So here I am testing out the Blogger App. Here are a few pics of little Miss Teagan. I need to write about her latest tricks, feats, attempts, and non-stop adventures!

XO,
EAT

Weather

Weather is something that comes and goes and a fact of life that absolutely can not be changed. This was never more apparent to us than on our wedding day as the snow fell on October 11th! We talk about the weather, we gripe about it, we relish in it and it often times serves as a common ground amongst individuals. It happens several times a week in the elevator at work "How about this weather?" somebody says as we ride up or down. This week...actually, this month has proved to be the best March weather I can remember. We are talking June or July weather with bright blue sky's and temps reaching the 70's and several days in the 80's. It has been PERFECT! We are thoroughly enjoying getting out for stroller rides, laying in the grass, driving with the windows open and breaking out the spring and summer clothes. Here are some outdoor pics from the past week.

The Magnolia is in bloom!

All of this fresh air makes Teagan sleepy

Our walks through Churchill Woods are back

Play time on the deck. Favorite toy of the month: Fisher Price stacking rings

Tickle time with Daddy

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EAT

Teagan - 6 months!

Dear Teagan,

You are 6 months old! 6 months as in half of a year :) Each month is our new favorite because of the things you do and the never ending joy you provide. We sometimes stop during play just to admire your pureness and watch in awe as you carefully figure out the world around you.

It is safe to say you are like your mommy in the sense that when not asleep, you must be in constant motion. It is in our genes. You are also extremely ticklish...thank mom for that and thank dad for tickling you until our tummy's hurt from laughing!

We have also entered the stage where you reach for EVERYTHING. And EVERYTHING goes into the mouth. You got your hands on an index card the other day and let's just say it was soaked with saliva and about half the size when I got it back. You turn to "feed" on our cheeks and I am convinced you are giving us kisses. Just like when we pick you up and your arms reach out for embrace, that is a hug :)
Watching you learn to crawl is just amazing. You are so determined and diligent in your practice. The swimming I once wrote about is now paired with getting up on hands and knees and rocking back and forth. Now you have added a leap forward like a little spring bunny emerging from it's nest.

You temperament is still extremely mild...thank you for that. We are more confident in our parenting and thoroughly enjoy the countless smiles and giggles that come as a result of you social and happy state of being.

You love your food. Your pallet has expanded to include a wide variety of fruits and vegetables. You sometimes eye what is on our plates as if you can taste it through your eyeballs. Mmmm enchiladas sure beat these prunes!

Your 6 month stats are right on track and ahead of the curve. You are long, lean and strong! I often wish we could freeze time but each day is more exciting and rewarding than the next so we want to know what lies ahead. We love the emerging person you are becoming and know as a fact we were made for each other. You are the ying to our yang and the peanut butter on our jelly sandwich.

Love you always,

Mom and Dad

XO,

EAT