Feeding Frenzy

Opening night

I wish I had the life of a infant....multiple naps a day, somebody gives me a warm bath every night, and I get to fall asleep while eating...  Jackie must like it too because she never showed much interest in solid food.  However, all good things must end, and our little girl is getting so big! About a month ago we started her on rice cereal.  This is my road to a little more freedom from the four-hour leash I'm on during the day while nursing.  Still...I gotta admit it was a little bittersweet to see her take a new step toward growing up.

Not sure yet what she thinks of rice cereal

What's next?

Making your own baby food might sound like a waste of time, but it's ridiculously easy...and mom and dad are eating more fruits and veggies as well because of it.  Squash is a big favorite, as you can see.  Peas made her choke and gag...  Avocado made her eyes water...  I'm scared to try the green beans...  

Food fit for a princess

Apparently, I'm not fast enough with the spoon...today Jackie decided to take matters into her own hands.  She grabbed the utensil out of my hand and shoved the squash into her own mouth.  I can almost hear her thinking - "I am soooo big!"

I love my squash!

What?

Avocado?  Only if I can feed myself.

It's easier if I turn the spoon over...

We've tried to start eating dinner together as a family, and it's going pretty well so far - except for the part where I have to cook every night!  It's hard for this girl to get used to making sit-down-dinner-worthy food, but I'm enjoying the process.

Bon appetite!

Happy Father's Day!

According to Josh, this was "the best father's day" he's ever had.  I have successfully set the bar low for next year! :)

I love that baby daddy :)

The Stonehouses Take San Antonio

We recently enjoyed a whirlwind week at the Stonehouse residence...birthday celebrations, visits from friends and family, treks across the city of San Antonio, many skipped naps, many many meals not eaten at home, lots of Arrested Development, and tons of fun!

Our very dear friends Wes and Katie came to visit with not-so-little-anymore Gentry (and favorite toy Stretch) in tow. I have never seen anyone so prepared for a long trip with kids - their two suitcases held enough wipes, diapers, entertainment, and snacks to keep us all going under any circumstances. We spent our first afternoon touring the Alamo (not worth going inside) and the Riverwalk (very beautiful, and most important, shady).

Downtown San Antonio

Remember the Alamo?

Our little stroller brigade

Heading down to the River Walk!

Possibly the least enjoyable way to tour the River Walk - we opted to hoof it.

Checking out the ducks!

Tuckered out already!

The next day we tackled Sea World, which is 5 minutes from our new rental house. This place has everything - food, rides, shows, carnival games, animal exhibits, and water features. We can't wait to take Jackie there when she gets older. However, she's still pretty dependent on her 2-3 daily naps, so I planned to take her back home at the first sign of trouble. ................. 8 hours later, we were still going strong, though somewhat worse for the wear! Very fun and tiring day!

Woohoooo!!!

Getting ready to see Shamu

Oooohhh!!

Ahhhhhh!!

Ohhhhhhh!!

Time out for some (extremely expensive and sort of gross) lunch

Penguin exhibit

Another one bites the dust...

Bathing beauty

Water exhibit

She's keeping an eagle eye on that water - not a fan.

The dolphin show

Jackie after 7 hours at Sea World

Gentry after 7 hours at Sea World

We were so happy to celebrate Josh's 30th birthday and Jackie's 6 month birthday on June 2nd, and that my brother Graham could be there for it! Something new I learned about Graham - he likes to sleep in enclosed spaces I guess...we offered him a sleeping bag on the couch, and instead he decided to spend the night...under our grand piano...not being one to throw caution to the wind, however, he anchored his sleeping bag to one of the pedals - safety first! Nothing could be better than little 2 year old Gentry's paralyzed reaction when a giant stranger with with Grizzly-man beard crawled out from under the piano the next morning! The boys caught The Avengers for Josh's birthday and the girls made pie for dessert at Josh's request. Thanks to everyone who sent birthday wishes in the form of cards and phone calls - it made Josh's day!

Birthday kids

Uncle Graham's so fun!

Key lime and chocolate peanut butter pies

Happy 3-0!!