Abigail's Dedication

We had Abigail's dedication almost two weeks ago.  It also happened to be Mother's Day which was really special.  Abigail did a great job and didn't fuss or cry.  Hannah isn't used to being in "big church", but she did well too.  She was mostly quiet, but very squirmy. =) Our preschool minister Mrs. Pennie was great to take Hannah up on stage before the service and show her what things were so she wouldn't be scared. 

 

We were also thankful my parents and sister could be there to celebrate with us.  One of the church members, Jack Kemp, is a photographer and he takes pictures of every family before their child's dedication.  The church then mails you a printed copy.  Jack was kind enough to take a photo of the WHOLE family as well and he even e-mailed us both photos too.  He's a really nice guy and does great work (http://kempportraits.com/). 

Since my mom was there she also got a few photos during the dedication as well.  =)

Twenty Nine Months

Hannah is definitely TWO!  We have done our fair share of hand swatting and time outs in the last month.  Thankfully most of the time she is very compliant and wants to please.  She really is very sweet and gives lots of hugs, kisses, and smiles.  =)

I love watching Hannah learn and get exited about knowing what things are.  She knows ALL of the capital letters and can count to 19.  She still loves books and can quote most of the ones we own.  She has always loved music and we usually listen while we are playing or in the car.  A little over a month ago some friends told me about a company that sold CD's that were all scripture (http://www.seedsmusicstore.com/).  Each CD comes with 2 duplicate copies so that you can share with a friend.  So one of my friends from church and I split the cost of 5 CD's.  Hannah is learning the words to more and more songs, so we thought these CD's would be a good investment.  I also struggle with scripture memory so it helps me too.  Most of the songs have LOTS of words, but Hannah is starting to remember parts of them.  =)  And we still listen to plenty of classic tunes like Itsy Bitsy Spider and Wheels on the Bus!

Hannah also enjoys jumping, running, and playing outside.  As you can see below she can't get very far off the ground yet, but it sure is fun!  She has a tricycle too, but she's still a little too short to work the pedals.  We have pushed her around the garage a few times though.  =) 
We are SO blessed that my parents live near by and their work schedules allow for frequent visits.  The girls and I are at their house just about every week.  Hannah LOVES her Grammy and G-Pa!!  She asks just about every day if we're going to visit and when I tell her no she says "We go on Friday!"  My dad has never been one to sit still.  He is always working in the yard or working on some home project.  It means so much to me that he ALWAYS comes inside to play with my girls when we come visit.  Can you tell how much they love each other! 
  

Four Months

Can't believe my sweet little girl is already four months old!  We went to the doctor this morning and she is growing like a weed!  =)

Weight:  13 pounds 2 ounces

Height:  26 1/2 inches

At SIX months Hannah was an inch shorter and only 10 ounces heavier.  Think she may out grow big sister!  Glad Abigail is doing so well though.  She got two shots today and will get the other two next month.  Thankful my doctor lets me break them up.

Abigail continues to be more and more interactive. She gives LOTS of smiles and is starting to laugh (if we can amuse her).  She has been sleeping 10 hours at night for the last 6 weeks.  She will take 3 good naps during the day and usually a short nap around our dinner time. 



Her newest trick is rolling from her tummy to her back. She is a pretty happy baby, but definitely LOVES to snuggle and be held.  She enjoys watching Hannah play and is starting to reach for objects.  Abigail has also discovered her feet.  She can't get them in her mouth yet, but she enjoys watching them.  =)
 
 This month's photo was much harder to get.  Abigail kept falling over, or eating her fingers, or eating her dress.  We weren't intending to get Hannah in the photo too, but she climbed up, sat still, and said "Take my picture with monkey and Abigail."  She is not usually that cooperative...guess it has to be HER idea.  =)