Shopping!

Just us girls went to the mall at Century City today for some retail therapy. My Grandma bought me some more cool stuff and they even qualified me for my own credit card at Bloomingdales! Presents on me!

Eating

Here is some video of me eating from the past week, including footage of my very first bites of solid food from last Saturday. I'm getting the hang of it pretty quickly. I'll be ordering pizzas in no time.

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Nurse Suarez & Dr. Raker

My Grandma Suarez came to visit me again! She was here to surprise me when I woke up this morning! She came bearing lots of gifts - toys, spoons, bibs and a teething ring to chew on.

Today we went to see Dr. Raker for my 6 month checkup and get my next batch of shots. Since I was already going to get stuck with needles anyway, we decided that I'd get a flu shot today as well. It's probably a good idea because I go to school with some kids that seem to get sick rather often. Better safe than sorry.

I tried mashed avocado for the first time today. It was ok - I've become so fond of rice cereal that it might take me a minute to get into the avocadoes. My dad had never had avocado so he tried a little bite, too. Nice to see him expand his horizons.


Here are my current stats:
Weight: 16.5 lbs. / 59th percentile (up from 15.5/71% a month ago)
Height: 27" / 88% (25.5"/75%)
Head Circ: 43cm / 64% (42cm/63%)

Happy Birthday to me!

Guess how many months old I am?

Breakfast

Today I sat down with Mom and Dad to eat breakfast for the first time. It must have been a special occasion because I've never seen them eat at the table before. I had the rice cereal with milk. It was OK, but I preferred the taste of my purple plastic spoon. I wonder when I'll get to try coffee with my meal?


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I was a little bit of a mess after eating so I had to change my clothes. But then I got to play with Mom! Good times.

Finger Painting!

Today I got to try my hand (get it?) at finger painting for the first time! Teacher Edith helped me do some work on my own and also contribute to a piece that the whole class worked on together. I'm not afraid to roll up my sleeves and get my hands dirty in the name of art.

Early Half-Birthday Gift!

When I got home from school today I had another nice surprise from Saba & Safta! They sent me some more outfits as a gift for my half-birthday! Technically, it's not until Saturday, but I'm starting the celebration early. Thanks again, Safta & Saba!

Early this morning my new second cousin was born. He's a little boy named Azure. I hope to meet him and his big sister Amy soon!

Busy Sunday!

Wow! I sure had a fun day yesterday! Our friend Rebecca came over in the morning to visit and take a walk to the book fair at our favorite park. There were a lot of people there, lots of booths with food, games, and books (of course). There was also a petting zoo with some cute animals. Rebecca brought her camera and took the great pictures you see here!

Aunt Angie and Uncle Jonathan came by to visit in the afternoon. It's always nice to see them. They brought Dad some watermelon from the Farmer's Market - I've come to learn that he's a big watermelon fan. Angie and Jonathan stayed until just before my bedtime. I was so exhausted by the end of the day that I slept for a loooooong time!

Thanks, Aunt Anna!

Aunt Anna sent me a bunch of cool stuff! Some clothes and a delicious toy guitar! Thanks, Anna!

Thanks, Safta & Saba!

When I got home from school today there was a big box waiting for me from Safta & Saba! I opened it to find a bunch of cool new outfits. I can't wait to wear them! They don't just look good, they taste great too. I couldn't resist nibbling on them a little.

Postcard from "Uncle" Rip

My "Uncle" Rip was in New York for a month and he sent Mom a postcard. I'm tired of the banging upstairs, too!

Lazy Sunday

We had a fun, lazy Sunday. We walked to the park in the morning, but just spent the afternoon relaxing at home.

Sitting Pretty

I am starting to be able to sit up all by myself without support. Wanna see?

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Have A Drink

I've been fascinated with glasses and water bottles lately. I get so excited every time I see my parents holding a tall, icy-cold glass of water that I just reach out for it. Today they let me try to drink from a glass of my own.

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Happy Birthday Dad!

It was Dad's Birthday today. I helped him open his present. I really like wrapping paper. I think that was the best part of the gift.