New pics from this past week. . .

Avocado Please!

This week we started Karis on solid foods.  She was way more ready than I was.  I finally gave in when Mike pointed out that she was salivating all over herself and following the food from our plates to our mouths.  I feel like such a nerd; I got so emotional when she took her first bite.  (Mike made fun of me for
crying.)  My little baby is getting bigger all of the time!

We decided to skip the grainy cereals altogether and go on with the fruits and veggies.  I've been trying to study up on what to feed her first.  I'm sure that I made it so much harder than it should be, but I really wanted to make the right choice.  I read several books and looked on tons of websites.  I finally decided on avocados.  They're full of nutrients and fats that her body needs.  I also decided to make her food instead of buying the jars from the store.  (I know, I'm kind of a hippy that way!)  We have a Vita-Mix machine and it has come in really handy!  It makes the perfect puree!  We definately scored!  Karis seems to really LOVE her avocados and gets so excited every night when its time to eat them.

Here is an awesome website for feed your baby solids if you're in the same boat I was or just want some good recipes.  http://www.wholesomebabyfood.com/

Snow Day Fun!

We had a snow day on Friday due to 12 inches of snow. So, we spent our day relaxing and playing dress up thanks to Aunt Colleen and Uncle Dustin. The out fit was too cute! Thank you!!!

1/2 Birthday!

Karis turned 6 months old yesterday! How time flies by!! She's rolling around everywhere and is sitting up pretty much on her own. I'm so blessed to have such a joyful, happy, and healthy baby!

Last Week . . .

The last week of January is always a special week for us. This year, on the 26th, we celebrated our 4th year of marital bliss! I am so blessed to be married to my best friend! The past years have been a ride, to say the least, and I have enjoyed every minute with my hubby! Mikey - I love you and I'm looking forward decades of love and fun with you by my side! I know God has big plans for the two of us!

It's Snowing!

Love this Age!

Karis is almost 6 months old and I LOVE this age! She's so much more expressive and is starting to get more mobile everyday. She is also becoming very loving, which is awesome. She is such a 'cuddle bug'! One thing that she has been doing for the past few weeks now is giving me those open mouthed, slobbery kisses. I LOVE THEM!!! (even if my face gets slimmed and I have to towel off my cheek afterwards :) ) I almost cried the first time she did it. Her kisses are just so sweet! Her daddy was a little jealous when he saw her do it for the first time. But, since then she's given Daddy a kiss or two. It's so sweet to see her with Mike. He just melts every time she gives him a smooch or a big toothless smile! He's so wrapped! Karis is also teething right now. So far she hasn't been too bad. We've only had one sleepless night over the gums hurting. So, keep me in your prayers and pray that Karis' tooth will pop out soon!