Talking with Daddy

Having a Sunday afternoon chat with my Daughter.

Johnson Creations

This weekend we went down to Richards to hang out by the pool and let Laurie, Morgan, Stephanie and Carter get some quality Taylor Time. While we were there a couple fantastic things happened. First of all Taylor went for her first swim in a pool! As you can imagine she was doing laps very quickly, even if it was in her mom's arms. Pictures to come (thank you Steph!).

Also while we were there, Carter had something very special to give Taylor. Before you watch the video below here is a little background. Carter came up to Stephanie and told her she wanted to make a book for Taylor. On Saturday when Carter gave Taylor the book, she sat down and read it to her! The video here is one that Stephanie shot at her house before coming over. Great job Steph and Carter!

Catching up

The last few weeks have been very busy for our little family. I apoligize for not updating the blog and please bear with me as I create several updates today.

The Horrell family made the treck up from Missouri to come and see Taylor. Ken and Melanie were here for 2 weeks, Melanie here the whole time, Ken had to still travel for work. We were then joined by Kevin, Ashley and Chris for a couple of days. They all went home on the 10th. It was sure good to have the whole Horrell clan up here. This is the first time they have all been up here at the same time. Taylor got lots of lovin' and experienced her first boat ride! We did a lot of visiting, showing them some of our favorite things to do in Milwaukee and were able to spend one of the days at Lake Geneva to enjoy the perfect weather we were having.

As if that was not enough going on. Kelly went back to work on Monday! Taylor is now spending her days with Kim, our daycare person that does daycare out of her home. Taylor is taking it better than her parents are. We are still trying to get used to her not being home with Kelly durring the day. Taylor has also started sleeping in her crib (she has been in the bassanet). Again, the seperation anxiety is all on the parents side :).

More updates to come, but Taylor is hungry and I have to go feed her. Shocking I know.

Spread the word

There is a world wide campaign to raise awareness about the hurtful use of the r-word. I have made my pledge here, will you?

4th of July

Well Taylor made it through her first 4^th of July w/ flying colors!

We spent the day relaxing with beautiful weather. Ken and Melanie were still in town and were able to celebrate with us. We went down to the Waukesha Parade, found some shade for Taylor, and spent a few hours down there. Then we came home and Ken grilled everyone some outstanding ribs.

No fireworks this year as we figured it would be just a bit too loud for the little one’s ears. Maybe next year!