Our Little Riverrat

We were at the lake this past weekend for Memorial Day. On Monday, I decided to put Emma into her life jacket and see how she liked kayaking. I grew up going to the lake and love to be on the water so I am going to be terribly upset if my child does not like the water. She had to warm up to the life jacket but who can blame her (just look at the pictures). The life jacket swallowed her so much a fishermen could not even tell she was in there. She had a ball kayaking. She would squeal with delight and laugh when we went fast. She would cry when we stopped. Maybe next time we will attempt putting her into the big boat!!

Messy Emma

This was a carrot and peas dinner!!!

Half a Year Old

I am a little behind with this post. Not sure where all my time goes. It is hard to believe Emma is half a year old. She is growing up too fast.

She is eating solid foods now. I have not found a food she does not like. Her first impression of solid foods was hilarious. She would gag and spit it out. Now she might give us a funny look but she will eat what we give her.

She is sitting up great and enjoys playing with her nesting cups and rings. I have caught her a few times lunging for toys which leaves her sprawled out on the floor. I keep telling myself that will help her learn to crawl. I even gave in and bought her a basketball net so she and Michael could practice together. It cheers for her when she pulls the net down. Supposedly that is to help build her self-confidence.

She is sleeping well at night but her naps are still sporadic. For the most part we have a napping schedule, but some days she is totally off for her napping. That is probably my fault since I have been taking her to playgroups.

Most days we sit outside waiting on Michael to get home from work. She loves to be outside. If she is fussy, she will calm down the minute we step outside.

Michael and I enjoy watching her grow and discover her world. It is great to see what excites her!!!

Emma's Baptism and My First Mother's Day

What a wonderful First Mother's Day for me!!!! Emma was Baptized. Emma was blessed with having our wonderful families present. She talked during the entire sermon, cried when they poured the water on her head, and fell asleep towards the end of the church service. My mom spent hours upon hours sewing Emma's dress. It was perfect, exactly what I imagined her wearing. The pictures do not do it justice. After the service, we all headed to my parent's new lake house for lunch. It was a glorious day!!!

David (Emma's Godfather and Michael's brother), Martha (Emma's Godmother and my cousin), me, and Michael

Baptism Lunch

More Pics from the Day

Emma was really into her new Bible.

Henry Comes to town

My mom was off to Kiawah for a week so we watched Sir Henry while she was off partying and painting! Emma loves Henry. I think alot has to do with the fact he is at her level. She would squeal with delight when he would go with me to get her up from her nap. Emma is beginning to "pet" him and poke at him. I am just waiting for the moment when she pulls his tail or ear. Henry is going to LOVE that!!!

Also, I am happy to report Michael and I survived our first real babysitting experience.

Look Who's Sitting Up

Emma has been sitting up supported for awhile. We have slowly been letting her sit up unsupported. It has resulted in several traumatic experiences, at least it seems that way for me and Michael. There have been a few head bumps and faceplants!! Now Emma is sitting up great. She is a little wobbly at times but will rebalance herself.