Giggles

Vanessa has been gracing Daddy and then MJ with her giggles. I've been so very jealous but tonight I got my first giggle and then another. She didn't want to spoil me so two was the max for the night. Now. all I look forward to is the next giggle. Soon enough she'll be doing it all the time and lighting up everyone's day. Maybe I'll even get it on video....

Daddy's home

These last couple of days have been packed with fun. Daddy's home for two whole weeks. We took Vanessa down to Burlington to buy her her very first tent. It's a pop up with wall to mattress. We're hoping when we travel and/or camp she'll sleep in it. We took the scenic route to Burlington via the ferry from Port Kent. It was a blistering day outside so Vanessa and I hung out in the car while she ate.
Today we had the shocks on the trailer fixed. My dad had us going out to LaPrairie to have them repaired but Eric found a place in St-Bruno that did them for cheaper. (I'm so glad I didn't have to pull the trailler down the highway). We were in and out of the loft for most of the day. We're looking forward to taking it camping. Since Vanessa doubles the gear we want to take it's great to have somewhere to put it.
Tonight we went Mini-Putting for Vanessa's first time. She had fun. She talked a lot and entertainned everyone between shots. She fell a sleep at the 16th hole. All that work making people smile and being mommy's caddy. She was my good luck charm. I won tonight but it was a close game. Kay and Pamela came with us. This pics are courtesy Pamela.

Heads Up!

Growing Girl

Why don't we talk a little about Vanessa? Alright! Alright! I'm a proud mommy who only talks about her daughter. She's growing daily. On Friday we went for our weigh in at the CLSC. My baby is now 12lbs and just about to be 3 months. It's great to know that she's growing healthy and strong. Not to mention I'm getting a workout!



As you've seen in the videos below Vanessa is cooing. It makes everything worth wild. I can't help but smile when we have our little talks. Last week I sat down with Vanessa in front of me while holding the newspaper. I read it out loud and she read it back to me. What a precious moment. Soon we'll be reading Dr. Seuss and she'll be telling me I've skipped a page.



SpongeVanPoopiePants is also getting stronger. She's well on her way to rolling over. She is sucking on her hands now more than ever and drools like a St. Bernard. She can see toys ahead of her and can focus on items she finds interesting. Most of the time we can't figure exactly what she's looking at but soon enough she'll be able to tell us.



Yesterday she made her first international trip. We went to Burlington, VT for the Jazz Festival, the ride and to shop. We brought some back seat entertainment for her but I'm not sure if she entertained Pamela or vice-versa. They both had a great time and tired each other out. We hit all the usual spots and had dinner at Sandy's Deli. MMmmm.



One note on breast feeding... Vanessa and I do really well on a couch all comfortable and propped up. Feeding in a new city out in public is a challenge. Where is a comfortable and appropriate place to breast feed a baby. One day I'll learn how to do it without flashing everyone. Maybe i should start carrying a tent. *smile* I finally decided that the park, of all places, was the best in a secluded and shaded area. It worked out pretty well sitting back to back with Pamela or Eric to lean on. Once I started I realised I wasn't alone and that was the "in" place to feed. I think I'm going to start bringing the lounge lizard with me.

"Lets Roll"

Little Miss Muffet sat in her car seat
Eating her curds and whey.
There came a big spider,
Who sat down beside her.
And frightened Miss Muffet away!

Good night Vanessa

This video is of Vanessa when she's breaking my heart. Listing to her coo is the most beautiful thing.