I'm Thinking That...

...yes, I'm quite certain that...

...this blanket looks yummy enough to eat!

1318 State Street

In college, I lived with four other girls during my junior and senior years. We lived at 1318 State Street and have all remained friends since our graduations. Saela wore her "1318" onesie (handcrafted by Michelle with additions by Jenny at my baby shower last June) for our lunch date.

Here are Nyla, Samantha, and Saela. Nyla (Jonna's daughter) and Saela were originally due only two days apart in September 2007 - but Saela came early and Nyla came late - so they are actually one month and four days apart. The only "1318" girl missing from the photo is Shaylin who will turn ONE this month. She and her mommy, Jenny, live in Wisconsin like Nyla and Jonna. They are Packer fans. Michelle, Samantha, Saela, and I are Vikings fans - that made for fun times when Green Bay went to the Superbowl TWICE while we were in college. We have another Jen to round out the roommates but she has yet to step into the parenting ring...maybe this year?!?!
As most babies do - Nyla has taking to chewing/sucking on her clothes. Saela here is offering up her wrist for some new flavor. (Either that or she is trying to push her out of the way for more space in the picture.)
Here are 3 of the 5 roommates with our daughters (Back Row: Myself, Michelle, Jonna Front Row: Nyla, Samantha, Saela).
Clearly Nyla and Saela were more interested in something in front of them than in looking at the camera - what was so mesmerizing - scroll down to find out...

...the TinyLove green ring donut monster thing.

Saela Meets Samantha and Jaxson

Hanging out...

...group HUG!

Saela had the opportunity to meet many of my friends and their children while we were in Minnesota. My former college roommate Michelle was the first of the roommates to delve into parenthood. Samantha just had her 5th birthday at the end of February. (Saela and I were able to eat pizza and cake at her HANNAH MONTANA party - we had so much fun.) Jaxson is 2 1/2 - he loves to chatter away and have "muffins" for breakfast. (Muffins = Lil' Fudge Bites - of course provided by his daddy.)

Poll Results

Hello All-

Thanks to those who voted. I am slowly learning everything that you can do with this blog.

Saela's Six Month Visit:
Length 25 1/4 inches (75th percentile)
Weight 18 pounds 2 ounces (92nd percentile)
Head Circumference (97th percentile)

Thus those who guessed 18+ were correct! (Mom and Dad both got it wrong!)

I will continue to catch up with our trip to Minnesota as the week goes on...stay tuned.

Our Little Bunny

Still sleeping Mom - still sleeping.

That's better - at least I am dressed now.

Whoa - where did my toy go?

It's amazing how much fun can be had after a trip through Target's dollar aisle!

From First to Last

Kenny Rogers - very front row...Bon Jovi - very last row. I thought I would share that I do enjoy a variety of music so Saela will grow up on more than "The Gambler". I went to the Bon Jovi/Chris Daughtry concert with my friend Emily (who loves Bon Jovi as much as I love Kenny) and we were in the very LAST row of the upper deck. Upside of this seat - no one behind you to tell you to sit down. Bon Jovi put on a GREAT very energetic show - definitely worth it even up in the nosebleeds.

Chris Daughtry

Bon Jovi

Clearly we watched the Big Screen!

Saela Says Hi

Saela and I have returned from our trip to Minnesota. We had a great time visiting our family and friends. Forthcoming will be many updates and pictures. For now Saela wanted to say a few words...

Hi! I had a great time seeing/meeting all of you while I was in town. I miss you already! (Short pause) I would also like to say hello to "Da Da" while he is away on business. Mom asked me to demo my rolling skills for you - so here goes.

Love and Hugs to All!

Saela