What Saela Would Rather Eat

Saela does not particularly care for solid foods. Per our pediatrician's recommendation we did rice cereal for two weeks and then tried sweet potatoes. Saela prefers milk, other people's fingers, paper and just about any inanimate object to food. We'll try another veggie this weekend to see it it goes any better.

No more sweet potatoes please...

...mmm towels are yummy and...

...these bibs feel good on my gums!

Have a great weekend!

The End of Saela's First Trip to Minnesota

...and we were finally able to see Grandma!

We had a wonderful trip home seeing family and friends. Saela likely won't remember much - but we'll be able to show her pictures and tell her stories. We look forward to when we can see all of you again!

Saela & Joe Puppy

Joe Puppy belongs to my sister, Kara, and my brother-in-law, Ben. Joe Puppy has ruled their roost for a number of years now. Having Saela around was good experience for Joe as Ben and Kara are expecting their first child at the end of July. We are all very excited to find out the sex of the baby which we will know by the end of the week!


This is Saela saying - that is a very small puppy Mommy - however am I supposed to play with that little fur ball? This is Ben showing his happiness that Joe interacted very well with Saela! We were able to spend quite a bit of time visiting Saela's Aunt Kara and Uncle Ben and we will cherish the memories - always!

Saela Meets Zachary...

...and

...gets her FIRST KISS!

(She seems a bit shocked not realizing that it was a bit staged.)

Zach belongs to my friends Michelle and John. We all went to high school together - but Michelle and I have known each other since pre-school. They graciously hosted Saela and I for three nights while we were in MN. It was good experience for Zach as they will be welcoming their second son in June. We sure miss them already and wish them well!

Google Error

Hello All-

Just wanted to let you know that I've been trying to post pictures for the past couple of days and keep getting a Google Error - so I will keep trying.

Hope you are all doing well!

Saela's Room

The Theme: What Happened After Mom had a Mild Anxiety Attack in Target

I was in Target a few days ago rushing around so I could get home and unpack the never ending sea of boxes in our home when I came upon this bedding set. I had noticed it a number of times thinking I should just get that someday. All of a sudden, I panicked thinking my poor daughter is going to go her whole life with nothing on her walls while I wait for "someday." So I cruised through the Target aisles like a mad woman and this is what I came up with:

The wall lettering is hard to see in the picture but it says "Sweet Dreams". The bedding is "Olivia" by Dwell Studio - you can see it more closely on Target's website if you are so inclined. The wall stickers match the bedding.

When you walk in the room the crib is on the same wall as the door just to your left and you are facing the window. The left wall as you are facing the window has the dresser pictured above. The right wall has the closet and the "S" you'll see pictured below.

Close-up of Saela's Jungle Friends

This "S" was made for us by our friend Jen who lives in the Chicago area. It fits in perfectly!

Saela's Furry Friends (including Jax & Jilly) hanging out in her window seat.

All in all I don't think it turned out too badly. It's simple and neat - just what I like and there are no nail holes in the walls so we can easily change her to a different room down the road.

Saela and Ben

Ben belongs to my longtime friend Ronni and her husband, Chris. Ronni and I met in fifth grade and have recently reconnected, much to my delight. Ronni and Chris welcomed Benjamin in December of 2007. Saela and I were able to spend time with them while we were in Minnesota. Here is one of the conversations that Saela and Ben shared...as you will see, Saela did most of the talking!

Dude, love the boppy - where did you get it?

Hey little man - the camera is over here.

There you go - now you are getting the hang of it!

Best get used to this little guy - they, "aka our parents", think every moment is photo worthy :).