First vacation

We took Brooklyn on our first vacation to visit Grandma Donna and Grandpa Tom in Florida. In addition to her first flight, seeing the Gulf of Mexico and meeting Grandpa Tom, we discovered her first TOOTH while waiting at the airport. Brooklyn was a breeze to travel with and almost received a standing ovation from other travelers on our flight home - she was so good they didn't realize we had a baby with us :).

Four months

Brooklyn had another healthy report from our family doctor at her four month appointment. She continues to be a healthy, growing little girl. It is so fun to watch her learn and grow each day. She's found her hands and tastes them often, is very close to rolling over, and is getting more vocal each day.

Stats:

• Weight: 15 lbs; 80%
• Length: 25"; 79%
• Head: 16 3/4"
• Weight to Height ratio: 57%

Baby's first Christmas

Brooklyn enjoyed her first Christmas with a snowy white Minnesota Christmas. It was spent with the Richie family and greetings from the Forester family who celebrated in Florida. Brooklyn was a wonderful addition to the festivities.

First swim

Brooklyn has been excellent at bath time, so we decided to take her for a swim in the pool. She did fantastic! Mike and I were anticipating a loud cry or fussiness but Brooklyn really enjoyed it -- maybe it was her adorable suit ;). She laughed and cooed while we floated around with her.

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Three months

Three months...already?! We've seen so many changes in Brooklyn over the last four weeks. She's been smiling, more content in the evenings, and has been sleeping 8-10 hours a night in her crib (yes, we're ecstatic over the sleep!). She started going to the YMCA's daycare occasionally so Mommy can workout out. The girls take great care of her and she's become one of their favorites.

Waking up to her smiles in the morning is a true blessing each day. We're so very lucky to have her.

Preparation for Brooklyn's first Christmas

We were excited to start our own family traditions with Brooklyn as we approach her first Christmas. She experienced some of many first Christmas events last weekend. We picked out our Christmas tree and decorated it and met Santa to tell him what she wanted for Christmas.


Picking out the tree with Daddy...

Hanging Brooklyn's first Christmas ornament...

Meeting Santa...

All dressed up...

Uncle Brian

Uncle Brian was in town for the holiday weekend and met Brooklyn for the first time. We enjoyed hanging out, watching the Viking's game and a movie, and dinner. We are looking forward to visiting with him again soon!