Ava's 5 Month Report

Ava turned 5 months old this week. Her current weight is 11 lbs. 10 oz. and she measured 23.5 inches long. Because she has a stork bite mark (red spots) right between her eyebrows, I often have to touch up her photos so she doesn't look like a Frida Kahlo baby. I'm leaving the first photo unedited so you can see what I mean. It's not quite as bad in real life.
She's drooling more now, when sitting up. She has laughed a few times, but is still mostly serious. She's still vain and loves to see herself in the mirror. And the best news of all, she usually (but not always) sleeps from about 8 - 5. Sometimes 4:45, sometimes 6:00. Thank you Baby Wise.

Ava and Rodney (or Bernard)

I can't decide if this mouse should be named Rodney or Bernard. What do you think? Well, he's just the side kick anyway. After being around so many kids for the holidays, Ava has decided that she too should be talking. When I lay her down to change her diaper, she starts cooing away now. All sorts of little noises. Very Charming.

Ava's New Friends

Ava got some new friends for Christmas. I'm not sure who looks more startled, her or Puglee, the uglydoll.

Oops, getting tipsy! I think she just wants to be close to the mouse Great Grandma Cook gave her!Oh, it's just too much of a crowd now. No tea parties today.

Lots of Family Fun

I've got lots of pics from the holidays, I'll try to space them out this week. First, today we blessed Ava. I finished making her dress at midnight, of course. It was a fun and special day, thanks to all our family and friends. We love you all!With Grandpa Hinman:Meeting cousins Callie and Alyssa for the first time: Sharing Christmas with cousins Preston and Jackson: Hey, watch where you put that finger!