9 months!

At 9 months, Grace is our little sunshine. She delights us everyday with her big smile and infectious laugh. She loves to eat and snacks all day, and forget the baby food, this gal wants the good stuff! She is doing very well with table food and is 100% on formula in the sippy cup. She loves to scoot around, play with her toys, and most of all, Owen. She has learned "mama" and now big bro is working with her on "Owen". Happy 9 months, Gracie!

Grandpa Clement!

This weekend Grandpa Clement came to visit! He, Daddy and Owen had a boys day out to the air and space museum for Owen's first visit there, which was a hit for all. Owen came home with a couple special treats, including the space shuttle lollipop that is all over his face in this picture.

This was the first time Grace met Grandpa and she kept checking him out, and giving him lots of smiles.

The cold weather kept us indoors but didn't slow down activities.. bowling, basketball, and jam sessions in the basement.

Thanks for a great visit, Grandpa. We hope to see you again soon!

Bath and bed

Bath time is often a favorite part of the day- for all of us, for different reasons. The kiddos love the water fun..

and we love fresh and clean babes in jammies, lovies in hand, all ready for bed!

Grace especially loves post-bath time when she always gets some extra time out of her brace for cuddles and play. Owen's favorite game to play with her- peek-a-boo!

And no matter what, Gracie always makes a move to steal Owen's beloved "doggie". Every time she sees it.

Christmas!

A big day, so a big post. We had a wonderful day with many gifts, good food and family. And it all started at the crack of dawn with a visit from Santa. Yay!

Grace was most excited about the wrapping paper and bows, so Owen happily tore into all the presents.

Bundled up to go spread some Christmas cheer!

After trying out Owen's new helmet and kicking tee in the snow.

Actually, the helmet stayed with us all day.

Brunch with Aunt Marie.

Rocking out some carols with Uncle Mike.

Hugs from Grandma and Grandpa.


Santa baby.



Hockey with Aunt Elyse and Aunt Abbie.


More football with Uncle Mike and Pop.


And more hugs from Gram and Pop.

We had a fabulous day and hope you did too!

Merry Merry

Wishing all our family and friends a most joyous and happy Christmas celebration!

Happy Christmas Eve!

Shopping with the Aunties

Some last minute Christmas shopping was much more fun with Aunt Elyse and Aunt Abbie! Owen especially enjoyed the elevators, snacks, a couple trips on the merry-go-round, and touching everything in sight.

Grace enjoyed her first bites of big, soft, buttery pretzel, and Owen was happy to share the goodness.