Hunka Hunka Burnin' Love

Lest you think that Gib is the only one around here knocking back milestones, Roxi has been making plenty of strides on her own, including one that will serve her well for many years to come ... Elvis impersonation.

Big Boy

Gibbers (as Roxi calls him) recently had a checkup, with stellar results:
- 15.7 pounds, in the 50th percentile for his age
- 26.5 inches long, in the 80th percentile
- 17.5 head circumference, in the 85th percentile

Gib got the big thumbs up from Dr. P in all other areas as well. The dude is doing great. He babbles, laughs, rolls, supports his head, grabs and gnaws on everything within his reach, kicks, blows bubbles and drools with the best of 'em. He's also quite the eater; his menu now includes rice cereal, bananas, sweet potatoes, peas and apples. And the way he eyes our food, I wouldn't be surprised if cheeseburgers were next.

Solid

Today the little man took his first step towards Key Lime pie (the most important real food I can think of at the moment). Gib dug his rice cereal immediately, cooing and grinning all the way.

Rock And Also

He rolls! He rolls! He rolls! Big Gib took his first awkward hoist towards mobility today by rolling from his back to his stomach. Repeatedly. And even from his stomach to his back once. Hoo boy. Let the games begin.

Hold Me Closer Tiny Dancer

Roxi calls this "doing ballets" ... no pants required.

Ha Cha Cha

Swarthy Pirates

Roxi yarrrrgs it up with birthday girl Camille at her pirate party last weekend.

Sisterly Instincts

Nice Grab

Even Clowns Get Tired

Strike A Pose

Spud

Joie de Vivre

Daddy's Girl digs on the festivities at the Taste of Fort Collins.

Lap of Luxury

Aunt Jen tells the best stories this side of the Continental Divide to Dario, Levi and Roxi.

Happy Campers

Gib went on his first camping trip a couple of weekends ago. The fresh air of Wyoming agreed with him; he slept better in the great outdoors than he does in his crib at home. Roxi had a blast as well - playing with sticks and rocks, conversing with imaginary animals and enjoying the company of her Colorado aunts, uncles and cousins. She cried when it was time to go home. Rest assured though friends, this isn't the beginning of an announcement that we'll be roughing it full time. Much as I could easily live on s'mores for the rest of my days, I love me some indoor plumbing.

Bright Eyes

She's Got The Music In Her

Big Kid

Our little girl turned 3 years old last week. To mark the occasion, she hosted her two best pals, Josie and Hailey, their respective families and her Grandpa and Grandma for a fountain frolic, barbecue and sugar rush (in the guise of Kermit the Frog) on the Saturday prior. On her actual birthday - which she was quick to announce was JUNE 5! - she had a celebration at school. She was the center of attention, sharing milestones from her life with her classmates (with help from mom) and representing her life's journey thus far by holding a globe and walking around a candle "sun" three times. (Her favorite part was blowing out the sun.) She capped off the evening at her favorite restaurant, Rasta Pasta, slurping down buttered noodles and dancing to Bob Marley. Good times, mon.

Roxi's 3-year checkup followed a few days later. It was another glowing report from Dr. P. She's 34 pounds - in the 60th percentile for her age - and 38.5 inches tall - in the 80th percentile for her age. They don't measure head circumference anymore, but we know from the 5-year-old hats she's sporting that she's still clearly above average.

Most of all, she's a rompin' stompin' whirlwind of a wild thing. Happy Birthday Roxi!

Contemplation

Don't Be Fooled

Roxi actually ate most of the bread we brought to feed the ducks and geese. Because it was more fun that way. Gib watched approvingly from the sidelines.

Our Other Baby

Concurrent with our addition to the family has been the building of an addition to the house ... which is finally, joyously finished. Roxi learned to nap while people were literally banging right over her head. Gib has been in a construction zone from the start, so I expect he'll find the world disturbingly quiet from here on out. On second thought, his world is still plenty loud – Roxi gives him regular doses of drums, maracas and bells up close and personal. In any case, here are our fabulous new 500 square feet. Now all we have to do is clutter 'em up with toys and it'll feel like home.

New Ride

The Kiddos