March 23-24: Spring Break

Cate and I went to Iowa to see my college Roomate Anna. For the millionth time, I did a terrible job taking pictures, but she got a couple of cute ones of Cate playing with (and sleeping near) her puppy. Thank you Anna for your wonderful hospitality!

March 18th: Spring Picnic

It was actually beautiful on March 18th, and we took the opportunity to have an outdoor picnic. Chaz grilled steaks, and Cate and I played on a blanket in the grass while he made dinner. We look a bit wind blown, but we had so much fun!

March 10-11: Grandma Jill and Grandpa Mick Visit

Grandma Jill and Grandpa Mick came to visit on their way to a wedding in Saint Louis. Cate LOVES playing with her Grandparents, and was so glad that she got to laugh, smile and play high five with everyone. We can't wait to see them again soon!

Oh yeah, and we had fun messing with Cate by taking pictures of her sleeping.  She loves to sleep with the pacifier right next to her face (not actually in her mouth like normal babies). Too funny.

February 26 - Zach's Wrestling Match

Okay, This is a LONG overdue update, but a few weeks (okay, a month ago), we went to watch Cate's cousin Zach wrestle. He took first place!!, and Cate had fun seeing a bunch of family. We took a few pictures (especially a couple of funny ones of her hanging out on the mat). We're headed out again this weekend to see Zach in Kearney, so I'll work on taking better photos this next time. 

9 Month Check Up

Just a quick update because Grandpa Mick and Grandma Jill are coming to visit in the morning, so tonight requires a little (read: a lot of) house cleaning.

But, today was Cate's 9 month check up. She is 18lbs 1.5oz and 26.5 inches tall! So, she continues to be my "petite" child, but she is still following her growth curves (which is all the doc cares about).

Based on a bit of sickness the past two weeks, the doc thinks there is a small chance Cate is allergic to wheat. So, we have put a hiatus on wheat products. We will re-introduce them in a few weeks and see if she gets sick again. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that she just had a weird tummy virus and that she remains allergy free. But, other than that small possibility, she is doing great and she passed her check up with flying colors.

She is fast asleep and I'm off to mop the kitchen floor! I'll add pictures of our visitors with Cate over the next few days.

Always a good day for a baby smile

 Cate finally has had a tooth creep through her gums right in the center of her lower gums. It is visible, but not totally in yet. That is why the smile picture is so filled with drool. At least she is a happy teething baby at the moment!

Oh yeah, and Chaz insisted I include a picture of the dog, who decided to "help" us with the clean laundry (by knocking it over and sleeping in it). Great.

Valentines Day

Happy Valentine's Day!  The good news: Cate made her first Valentine this morning, for her favorite guy (her daddy!) Yes, those are her handprints.

Bad news: she, I and the better part of her highchair are now covered in red ink. Good thing it is washable.

Happy Valentines Day to all of the family and friends that we love!