1st Passover and 1st Solid Food

Tonight was the my first night of Passover, and Grandpa came over to help celebrate.  Mom prepared a delicious seder feast with yummy matzah ball soup and a tasty brisket.  I had my eye on the charoset all night.  Mommy and Daddy said I was old enough to try my first taste of people food, so they gave me a little bit of shmushy carrots.  As you can see, I inherited Daddy's love of food.  I might need a little more practice, but I'm off to a good start!

AND...Now for the Frog Song 

One morning when Pharaoh woke up in his bed

There were frogs on his bed and frogs on his head

Frogs on his nose and frogs on his toes

Frogs here

Frogs there

Frogs were jumping everywhere

4 Months - Quadrimestre

I'm 4 months now. How I've grown! I went up a clothing size and a diaper size. I was brave at my 4 month check-up when they gave me vaccinations. I'm getting bigger and bigger....and oh so tall. I'm in the 90th percentile for height at 25 inches. Here's me hamming it up for the camera:

This is me; Johanna Lillian!

Hi Everyone!

I'm so big, I can drive right? Well maybe not, but here are some things I can do...
Starting to sit up
Laugh
Babble
Smile big
Grasp objects...and chew on them
Drool on myself and everything in sight
Say 'Ma' or 'Mama' when I miss mommy
Drink a bottle on my own (well, kind of)

Here are some cute pictures of me and Mommy before I had my four month shots!

Standing Around

Lately I've been trying out this new fad called "standing".  Apparently, it is all the rage with the kids these days.  I still need Mommy and Daddy to hold me up but I am getting stronger and I may just skip the whole crawling thing and go straight to walking.  I guess you could say I'm an innovator.





Sometimes I get so excited from standing that I have to spit up a little.  Sorry Mom!

These boots were made for walking (or standing)....and that's just what I'll do....

 

Lori Faith

Dear Aunt Lori,

I never got to meet you, but I love you. I know you loved me with all your heart and I can feel it even though you are not here to show me. Mommy misses you so very much and she has already started telling me all about you. She said you make really funny silly faces that would have made me laugh. And how you had the biggest heart of anyone she's ever known. How you were like a sister & cousin wrapped up in one....and that no one will ever replace you, ever.

We think of you every day and miss you so much. One day I will get to meet you...until then we will remember you and celebrate your life. 

Love your little niece Lily

Lori Faith 1979- 2013

Cousins

I got to spend time with Aunt Ruby, Uncle Herbie, Aunt Dolly and Uncle Mel. Boy, did we have fun! I laughed and giggled because they made silly faces and tickled me. We had a blast. Can't wait to see you all again soon. Love you <3

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Me and the Crew =)

Hi Dolly...

I've heard a lot about you

Hi Ruby

You sure are comfy

Mom, another picture!?

All better

So I said to the guy....

....nu?

Mom, can I stay?

I like it here

These people are much more fun than you

See what I mean? 

3 Months

Sono tre mesi oggi (I am 3 months today)!

How things have changed in such a short time. At my last doctors visit I was 12lbs 5oz. I'm about 23 inches long. I've been smiling for some time now and giggle when I'm being silly.

I have strong legs that I kick and kick. My favorite game is to make my legs straight and 'stand' on mommy and daddy's laps.  I love my play mat from Great Aunt Joanne and Great Uncle Vince. I like to bat and grab the space rocket. Check out the cute space theme and fun music!



I still hate tummy time, mostly because I spit up a lot and it bothers my tummy. Here's a video of me barfing on Mommy.



Guess what!!??? I said MY FIRST WORD.  On Feb 11th I said 'Mama'. I know, I know...supposedly it's too early to talk but Grandma H can bare witness. I looked at mommy who was singing to me and yelled 'Mama!' Sorry daddy, maybe I'll say your name next.
I've moved into the crib-like part of my pack-n-play. At first I hated it but now I'm getting used to the roominess. We've discovered sleep sacks, which are amazing. It's a wearable blanket that's warm and fuzzy.  I am starting to sleep longer stretches but it's a work in progress. Mommy and Daddy hope that someday soon I sleep all through the night so they don't feel like zombies. Happy, loving parent zombies, but zombies nonetheless.

Below are photos and videos of me in my 2nd month. I'm changing and growing every day. Mommy says to slow down because time is flying by too fast =)

Totally Lovable

Cheese

BUMBO!

Oh so pretty

Drooly Flower Head

So sleepy....

Happy Hearts Day

Hello family and friends! I celebrated my first Valentine's Day. Mommy dressed me for the occasion and I almost got through the whole day without spitting up all over my dress. We ventured out and went to the mall for the first time to see our friends Chrissy, Louisa and baby Spano. Us "beatballs" had a great time and I wasn't fussy at all. Louisa is so silly and I cant wait until I'm bigger so we can play together.

Beatballs!

Roses are Red

Violets are Blue

I'm Silly Lily

And I LOVE YOU