~ 11 weeks video

~ she gives dad a little smile at the end

Gymboree

Laken has been going to Gymboree, a baby gym in Chandler. She loves listening to the songs and playing on the props. I think her favorite part is watching all of the older babies and the bright colors. Her class is called Little Bundles and it is for ages 2-6 months. Today Chase got to come too! We are excited to see all of her developmental changes and growth in the months to come.....but more importantly all of the memories and smiles!

Our Little Thumb Sucker

Laken has started to suck her thumb! Not surprising since she has never been a big fan of the pacifier. I've been finding her asleep in this very position. Sometimes we wake up to the sounds of her vigorously sucking that tiny thumb.

Mama, Get Your Sexy Back ;)

Uggggg it's that time, Laken is now 10 weeks old and Mama is showing the wear and tear of mommyhood. Sometimes I look in the mirror and think, "who is that?" it is amazing how 10 months of growing a baby and getting her started in the world can age you by 5 years (and that is a moderate estimate!) The comments, "you look tired." and the sprouting brown roots are screaming, "Mama, get your sexy back!" So this is why I am blogging today as a contract to everyone who reads this, I vow to: 1) highlight my hair this weekend and 2) work out five times a week! This week I joined a gym. I love little Laken but my 45 minute workout alone is amazing.....talk about motivation. The gym has child care, and you can watch your babies on the tv screen while you are working out. The lady who watches babyland is so nice and we have a lot in common......so great to leave Laken in good hands. So far, she has been the only baby and gets rocked the whole time. For those of you who do not live in AZ, there are senior citizens everywhere. They love it down here, and as my grandpa's friend told me last fall, "It's mating season for snowbirds!" Hahaha. During the time that I workout, the gym is packed with senior citizens and yesterday I found out that it is "Silver Sneaker Hour!" Perfect for a new mom who has not worked out in ages! Today I had to sign a get well card for Phyllis who is having knee replacement surgery. I don't know who Phyllis is but lets all wish her well! So here is goodbye to those lingering 15 pounds and larger than usual junk in the trunk.....See ya!

Lake's Latest Obsession :)

It's time for an excersaucer! Well technically the box says three months......but look at the pure joy on this little ones face! Grandma Ivy took us to Buy Buy Baby last week and Laken loved the floor model. Grandma could not resist buying Lake this as an early Christmas gift;) She can hardly wait for it to come in!

Yankee Playoffs!!!

The Yankees are in the playoffs and Chase is so excited to share this with Laken! He has been a fan since he was a little boy. Laken already has several Yankee outfits from Great-Aunt Bobbie, and this little dress fits just in time! Go Yankees!

That Grandma sure knows what I like!

Grandma Ivy was able to come for another short visit to see the ever growing Laken! And it was the perfect time, because little Laken is really starting to enjoy people other than Mom and Dad. She is really developing a personality all her own and Grandma Ivy was able to tune into what she likes right off the bat. Grandma bought Laken a set of dinosaur puppets and she LOVES them. She squealed with delight with Grandma's dinosaur voices, and just thought Grandma Ivy was the bees knees! It was so special to see them smile and laugh together. After much puppet play, Laken tuckered out and snuggled in for a nap with Grandma.