Welcome Kristen Emma!

On Wed. March 28th Melissa and Shawn welcomed Kristen Emma into the world at 7lbs 15 oz. 20.5 inches long.  She and mommy are now at home.  Unfortunately, we haven't gone to see them yet, but soon, very soon!  Here are some pictures we took from their blog, thanks Shawn!  We can't wait to meet Kristen in person!!!

Kelsey and Jack

We had a playdate with baby Jack, 9 months, on March 4.  They played very well together.  He's not crawling yet, and Kelsey was trying to get him to walk.  Kelsey enjoyed seeing their dog Friday again.  We can't wait to play again together soon.

Kelsey Loves Clothes

Kelsey's favorite thing to have is an article of clothing, anyone's clothing, any article.  With that being said, when we got a tub of clothes from Cousin Grace to look through, Kelsey was thrilled to help.  While Mommy tried to separate the different sizes Kelsey made a mess.  Thanks for the clothes for Kelsey to borrow.  As you can see, she loves them. 

To get the clothes there were a few hands involved in getting them to us.  Thanks Aunt Linda for helping out and for spending time with Kelsey and Grandpa.

First day of Spring = Trip to the Zoo

Cousin Nathan is visiting Grandma and Grandpa this week to give Aunt Melissa some resting time before the baby comes next week.  We are all so excited!  Grandpa took both Kelsey and Nathan to the Baltimore Zoo today.  What a wonderful way to spend the first day of Spring.

 A train ride with Grandpa makes everyone happy!

Nathan is ready to drive a bus just like Grandpa can.

A short break for lunch, and then they were off again.

What a long day, they both slept in the car for an extra 15 min. after they got back. 

What doesn't finish off a day better than swinging in the backyard?

Happy Birthday, Nan Nan!!

We hope you have a great birthday!

Happy St. Paddy's Day from Cutie McPierson

A year ago we were in Florida visiting the family and going to see baseball games.  This year we are at home enjoying the weather that makes us feel like we are in Florida.  Kelsey continues to be very active walking everywhere and getting into everything.   She is communicating very well using signs and words when she can.  She is currently 21 lbs.  We know this because Mark took her to the pediatrician the other day due to her having a skin infection under her eyelid.  She is doing well and takes her eye drops like a 1 year old.  Here you can see how she has changed from a year ago to today.  Happy St. Paddy's Day!!!

North Carolina Day 2 and 3

I just realized I haven't blogged in a while and that I didn't even finish our trip to NC.  Enjoy!  More recent pics to come soon!

                                                 Shawn is totally ready to a baby girl. 

 Nathan got this kitchen from Santa Claus, aka Black Friday find, and Kelsey loves playing in it.  Guess Santa will have to bring one to Maryland next Christmas.  Hope Walmart has it on Black Friday sale again. :-)

 I thought the weekend would be stairs free being at Melissa's where they don't have stairs.  Leave it to Kelsey to find the stool to practice her stair climbing.

 Aunt Melissa on the phone calling Kelsey.  See that belly!  Can't wait for the new baby to come!!

 Wouldn't you know it that is snowed while we were there.  Being the best mommy Melissa took Nathan out in it first thing in the morning before it would melt.  They lasted 24 min, it was so cold!

                                           Mark and I enjoyed holding 3 month old Isabella. 

                 Kelsey enjoyed seeing a baby.  It was like having one of her doll babies around. 

North Carolina Visit Day 1

We decided to go visit Aunt Melissa, Uncle Shawn, and Cousin Nathan in North Carolina over President's Day Weekend.  We left early Saturday  morning so that Kelsey would sleep in the car most of the way.  That planned worked perfectly.  We had a pleasant drive down and got there to enjoy a beautiful day outside, which is Nathan's favorite kind of day.

Right: Kelsey practicing her walking outside.

Bottom: Nathan and Shawn have truck races down their driveway.  Very cool!

Aunt Melissa enjoying some snuggle time with Kelsey.  Zsa-Zsa did not seem to mind Melissa holding her.  I did get to feel the baby kick, and it was AMAZING!!! 

 What a happy family!  All smiles now, the baby isn't here yet. :-)

 Nathan does an awesome run and swing.  See the video below for the full effect.  He loves his swing!  Mark had to try out the swing as well.  He was too nervous to do the "Super Nathan" approach.

 Here they are building a rail road.  Mark looks perplexed on how to connect the tracks together. 

 Here's the best picture of the two of them. I think Nathan is totally ready for a baby sister.

We told Melissa and Shawn to go out Saturday night and we would watch the kids.  Aren't we the best babysitters?  Who knew kids loved Jeopardy? :-) It was an easy night.  We won't mention that Melissa and Shawn ended up at Target on their date night after going to a party.  Gotta get those essentials before the baby comes.

Where Has She Gone Now?

You might be wondering why Kelsey is sitting by an open baby gate at the top our stairs just like I was when I looked at the camera after work one day.  Grandpa told me to keep looking at the pictures and I soon found out why. 

That's right, she's learned how to climb the stairs.  This has become her new favorite thing to do.  Grandpa says she goes up it about 6 times a day.  Now we don't have to carry her up all of the time.

A Little More Snow

Back on Feb. 11th, a Saturday, we had a little more snow come our way here in Maryland.  This is all we have seen all winter, except for on her birthday when it snowed then, also on a Saturday.  Mommy's happy with no snow days this year because it means she will get out earlier from school in June.  Kelsey enjoyed watching the snow through the window.  She also opened her present from Aunt Tammie for Valentine's Day.  Thanks!!!