Germanfest

Yesterday, I also made my first trip to Germanfest! The celebration of my people! I had a pretty busy day at the zoo, so it took me a while to warm up to the idea of spending the night at a festival. Plus, Mommy and Daddy forgot my pacifier in the car, so there was nothing to help with stopping my crying! However, once we found a nice polka band to bounce and rock to (and Daddy made a trip back to the car for my pacifier), I fell right asleep and enjoyed my time at the festival with my Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. I would like to point out that Auntie Kristin is missing from this photo. She had tickets to the brewers game because she didn't realize it was Germanfest weekend. I'm confident she won't make that mistake next year!

P.S. Notice the placement of someone's beer in front of my face. I don't know why these crazy adults thought the cup holders on my stroller were for their beers (though having four holders did turn out to be very handy!)

The Zoo

Yesterday, I took my first trip to the zoo! Uncle Ryan and Auntie Angie came down for the afternoon and we spent some hours checking out the animals. I was pretty tired, so I slept through a lot of it. However, I seem to be pretty excited in this photo...

First Boat Ride

This past weekend was my first trip to Marshfield to visit lots
of Daddy's family. While we were there, Mommy and Daddy decided to take a quick trip up to the cabin in Philips to relax for a day. Grandpa Tom and Grandma Linda have a boat on the lake, so we went for a little ride. I LOVED it. It is even more phenomenal than car rides. And don't worry everyone, Grandpa Tom drove slow, I stayed securely in my car seat which someone was holding onto at all times and I was well protected from the sun. My boat ride allowed me to have my best nap of the weekend - how relaxing!

Daddy's Girl

There is really nothing special about this photo, but Mommy thought it was adorable. I LOVE to cuddle with my Daddy when he gets home from work. Mommy caught one of these moments on camera and wanted to share it with everybody.

Welcome Ella Lynn!

So, I have some VERY exciting news to report. On, 7.8.09, my future BFF Ella Lynn was born in Madison to Mommy's friends Michelle and Tommy. Michelle and Mommy had a plan last year to get pregnant together and believe it or not, it worked! Well, actually they were three weeks apart - but who's counting. Ella is so beautiful - I can't wait till we get a little bit bigger, so we can really play together. We already have our first outing planned together. We are going to a Brewer's game on August 12th!

Happy 4th of July!

4th of July was my first real holiday celebration and I had a busy day! We had spent the night before in Madison spending some time with the Oettikers, Smiths and Hamiltons. So, Mommy and Daddy got up really early (which wasn't difficult since I didn't sleep AT ALL on my night away from home) and drove back to Milwaukee so I wouldn't have to miss my first 4th of July parade. I mostly slept during the parade since it was such an early morning, but I didn't cry or anything during the noisy fire trucks or bands, so overall I think it was a success. Later in the day we went to Auntie Mary and Uncle Ben's for a pool party with the Dahm's and Arthurs. Auntie Mary had gotten matching dresses for me and my cousins, Jillian and Madelynn. We tried to get a picture with the three of us, but Madelynn does not sit still as well as I do, so that was a little difficult. I loved the party! Mostly I loved that people held me all day long. I was really pooped after such a busy two days - but it was worth it. I can't wait till we party again next year and I will be big enough to try out the pool!

One Month Old

Can anybody believe it - I am one month old! I had my one month checkup today. I have grown to 7 lbs 13 oz and I am now 20 inches long. As I get bigger Mommy and Daddy are taking me on more outings. Last weekend, I got to go visit Auntie Angie and Uncle Ryan in Madison (my first real road trip!). I also spent a day shopping and having lunch with Mommy and Grandma. I'm pretty much totally into ladies days! I also spent a few hours alone with little grandma while Mommy and Daddy went out alone. I'm not sure why they'd ever want to be without me, but they seemed to really enjoy themselves! I've still got lots planned for the summer, including a very busy 4th of July.