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

One Month Old

Face Time

Snuggle

The Bunny Was Good to Her

Worth 1000 Words

What the world is like with a little brother:

And then there were four.

March 17, 2007 brought us Gibson Caspar Wessel. Weighing in at 6 pounds, 14 ounces (the very same as his big sister), Gib's presence was larger than life from the start. He's quite the little dude.

Quite the Lineup

A few weeks ago, we had a delightful mountain weekend with pals in Estes Park. Two sides of a duplex + four wee ones + eight parents maximizing adult time while wee ones slept = good times. Here are the dads and little dudes (plus Roxi the dudette): Mike & Levi, Rob & Roxi, Scott & Dario and Tee & Andre.

Movin' On Up

Roxi upgraded to a bigger room a couple of weekends ago, graciously leaving her former quarters for her future brother or sister. Her favorite parts? Purple walls, big bed, fish mobile and lots of space for stuffed animal friends. But top prize goes to the glow-in-the-dark stars on the ceiling.

Valentine Photo Shoot