This weekend we went down to Virginia for Sophie’s Baptism. We did it at St. John’s Episcopal Church, the same church that we were married in. Sophie was great through the whole thing – she was wide awake and very interested in what was happening during the Baptism, and then fell fast asleep afterward (for the pictures).
We got to spend a lot of time with friends and family. Here’s a shot of me and Sophie with her Great Grandma and her GG (otherwise known as her Great Nana).
She also met up with her friend Lexi again. I think she was more interested in Lexi’s barrette than Lexi… but we’re getting there.
Sitting on her own
Last week Sophie was finally able to sit on her own (at 5 1/2 months). Aside from standing (with assistance) it’s now her new favorite thing to do.
It also allows her to get very up close and personal with Benson. She still isn’t his favorite person, but they’re warming up to each other. It’s a start at least…
Highchair
Vacation in Canada
We spent part of last week in Newboro, Canada. Brad & Joan have a house there, on a little island. There’s not much to do but fish, read and relax… it’s always the best vacation. Doug, Vick, Quinn, Carley, Julia, Nana, Mom and Dad were all there too (and Finn – Julia’s dog).
Dave, Sophie & I slept out in the little cabin, which is separate from the main house. Here’s she’s enjoying my bed.
Sophie loved hanging out with her second cousins (At least I think that’s what they are to her…). She just can’t get enough of Carley in this picture.
Here’s a shot of the whole group (including Julia who is behind the plant)
Nana brought back this outfit for Sophie from Paris. It’s been too hot in Philly to wear – but it was much cooler in Canada and she was able to sport it before she got too big. Our cute little chicken.
First Solid Food – the action shots
We just got a Mac and are having fun learning how to make movies. Here’s a first shot at it – Sophie’s first taste of solid food to the tune of the Gipsy Kings.
First Solid Foods – the stills
Laughing
Sophie has been giving us some good belly laughs lately – which when you watch you can’t help but laugh yourself. We just figured out how to download videos off of the video camera, so this one is actually from July 4th (as you’ll notice from her festive outfit).
Tummy Time
Sophie doesn’t seem to mind spending time on her tummy as much as she used to. Although, today she rolled over onto her stomach when she was napping, and was pretty pissed when she woke up because couldn’t roll back over.
You can also tell in this picture how light her hair is getting. When the sun hits it it’s almost auburn.
Bath time!Candice (Sophie’s nanny) wouldn’t let me get her bum in the picture – so now she’s decent with a washcloth.
(Great) Mom Mom’s 90th Birthday
Four Month Check-up
This morning Sophie had her 4 week check-up. She got her second round of immunizations and was not happy about it. She was also weighed and measured. A whopping 16lbs 6ozs, which puts her in the 95% for weight, and 25 1/8 inches long, which puts her in the 75% for height.