Playtime!

Isaac is so fun right now! He's very interactive and beginning to be curious about the world around him. He's constantly trying to grab or touch whatever is within reach, and so playtime has become lots of fun for him. As always, I just couldn't choose a favorite...

what kind of stretch is that?

During these last few Mike came out to keep him smiling. I love the expression on his face as he looks up at his Daddy and recognizes him as somebody special to him:

Isaac in his Bumbo

I can never choose just one picture, so you get three versions of this cute little face!

Isaac's first solids

On the menu: Rice cereal

Set the stage: well rested baby. clean new bib. video camera. digital camera. an audience.

Pep talk:

Erin gives him a kiss for encouragement

Particularly helpful was Elaina and Erin's tutorial on how to put a spoon in your mouth.

The big event:

First bite

"Why would you do this to me?"

The verdict: Kind weird, but I'll try it again

"Let me help you with this"

Maybe if Erin shows him how to open his mouth it will help

Elaina's a pro!

And in the end you get this absolutely adorable messy face!

My Little Man

My sister Jen has made a quilt for each of my kids when they were born. Her very first sewing project ever was Elaina's quilt 6 years ago. She's developed quite a talent and I'm grateful for all of them. This is Isaac's quilt in these pictures. Isn't she talented?

I love him I love him I love him!

Isaac wants to devour every single thing he can get his hands on these days!

Isaac at the park

Isaac's Blessing

Mike blessed Isaac at church on October 9th

We were grateful to have my Dad here to participate in the blessing.

Me, Mike & Isaac.
Isaac wore an outfit that my Great Aunt Vimmy (my Dad's Aunt) knit for me when I was a baby.

Our family on Isaac's special day

I'm grateful that my parents could be here for the blessing. I know they did some rearranging in their schedule so that they could be here for it, and I'm thankful.

Nana and Grandpa come to visit!!!

We had a great time when my parents came to visit last month. We have been lucky enough to see my Dad twice this year and my Mom three times. I know their visits won't always be this frequent but we certainly lucked out this year and have loved every visit!

Isaac meets Grandpa Ducky

Isaac and Nana

Cuddle time

More cuddle time

Bike rides

Story time

Park time

Shoulder rides

Erin took this picture and then remembered that she had sunglasses too! So we had to get another one:

My Dad attends a yoga class a couple times a week, and was really impressed with Isaac's natural ability. They worked on their yoga poses together

What a goof! Isaac didn't seem to appreciate the bonding moment