Toddler Bed

We decided to go ahead and convert the crib into a toddler bed. One of the main reasons for doing this is to try to get Eva to sleep in HER bed. While we love having her in our bed - she is getting longer and the space is getting more and more cramped:) Plus she is into climbing on everything and we much rather convert now instead of waiting for her to fall out of her crib. She was a big helper and loved Daddy's tool box. She also likes how she can now climb in and out of her bed. Tonight is the first night...hope it goes well!

16 Months Old

I can't believe my little girl is already 16 months old! She is talking up a storm and if you listen closely - you can hear some "real" words! She loves talking on the phone and is very good about following directions (i.e. picking up her toys when asked or going to a certian room of the house). Gilbert will start first shift on Monday - and I will be so happy for the additional family time that we will have.

Drinking some vanilla milk.

I always take video the wrong direction with my camera. Sorry - but this is pretty cute...

Trip to Grammies

For Labor Day weekend, Mom, Amy, me and the kiddos headed to Pennslyvania to visit Grammie and Grandpop. Let's just say that even though our ratio was 3 adults to 3 children - it was still a challenge. Eva was in the process of cutting two molars when we flew there - and I was the parent with the screaming kid on the airplane. We had a great visit overall - and I was very happy to see Grammie and Grandpop.

Grammie with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren

Sophia Grace on the plane. Such a silly little girl.

Dancing in the room before taking a bath together.

Playing with rocks outside. And yes, those are band-aids on her outfit - courtesy of Nurse Sophia Grace.

The weather was perfect for outside play.

Mom requested a mini-van and got this. Amy & Mom said it drove nicely - and I thought the interior was pretty good. But not good for 3 carseats and legroom in the 3rd row seat. Also not a lot of room in the back for luggage. Good thing Amy and Mom are good packers!