This morning we had Sophie’s 6-month check-up. She is now weighing in at 19.5 lbs, which still puts her in the 95% for weight, and 26.5 inches long, also still in the 75% for height. She’s a healthy, happy little girl!
My Pap Pap passed away in June and so that the entire family could say goodbye, the memorial service was held just this past weekend. On Thursday we had a memorial service and reception afterward and on Friday there was a private family burial and then small get together at Nancy & Jim’s house. Although it was a sad occasion, it was also an opportunity to get together with family that we haven’t seen in quite some time. A lot of family members also get to meet Sophie for the first time.
My mom’s stepsister Kelly came with her new baby Pierce. He’s just 3 months old (and obviously very sound asleep!)
My Great Uncle Earl was in love – he was happy to hold Sophie while Dave and I enjoyed visiting with everyone. 
Here’s one of Mom and Julia
Well, we have a thumb sucker on our hands. The last few weeks Sophie has preferred to spit out her pacifier in favor of her own thumb. At least it’s not something she can drop on the group 20 times a day 🙂
Six months ago today, almost to the hour, Sophie came into our lives! What an amazing six months it’s been. Happy half year Soph! 
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. 
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… 
As we’re moving into our 4th week of solid food (and loving it), Sophie has finally moved up to sitting at the table in her highchair. She’s a happy baby as long as the food keep coming! 
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. 
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.