I Think I Can, I Think I Can...

Asher is trying really hard to crawl.  He practices every chance he gets....on the bed, in his crib, on the play mat and sometimes, just sometimes on the diaper changer. Luckily, we are with him at all times to make sure he is out of harms way. 

In the meantime, here are some shots of him trying his best to crawl.

I think I can...

Almost there

Now what?

A little cuddle with our curious cat and some interactive playtime end Asher's evening workout.

Rah, Rah, for Rochester!

It was one week ago today that Asher and I flew back from our wonderful trip to Rochester, NY.  We got the chance to visit our new cousin Elanna.  It also marked the first time I traveled alone with our baby boy on a plane. To top it off, I even rented a car and car seat.  Oh, how I felt so empowered to travel by myself with my son.  I had such a fun time with Asher and my family and I am so glad we were able to have this little adventure.










We made it to Rochester!





The cousins meet for the first time. 

Elanna impressed us all by showing us that she is bound and determined to become the thumb sucking champion of the world. Asher has met his match!

My little snuggle bug, lady bug, bumble bee, cutie pie, baby bird...

So many names for Elanna, so little time.

Just waking up from her 50th nap of the day! I forgot how much newborns sleep.

Time for a stroll around the neighborhood with all of our babies, Harlee included.

A little snuggle with Elanna can make your heart melt.

Let's go Pittsburgh Penguins! Let's go!

Asher getting some cuddle time in with his Great Aunt Patty.

Cousins

8 months old and 2 weeks old

 "How ya doing, Elanna?" Asher explains what it is like to be 8 months old to his cousin.

After all the late night talks, playing with the cousins, singing Wheels on the Bus, shopping at Wegmans, discussing everything about a newborn and I mean EVERYTHING, it was time to head home.  Next time, we must hit Abbotts!!!

Asher on the airplane eyeing the button on the armrest. He loved playing with it. I let him sit on the seat next to me long enough to take these pictures. He was my wiggly worm.

See you soon, Marilyn, Marvin, Pam, BJ, Patty, and Elanna!!!

Brunch with family





 Asher had a fun visit with his cousins from New Jersey a few weeks back.  Jed whipped up a fantastic brunch to celebrate the occasion and Asher enjoyed all the extra attention.

Asher is explaining  his favorite parts of his book to his cousin Sharla.

Next, Asher demonstrates the fine art of jumping.



Followed by showing off his quilt and his ability to sit up.




It was time to say goodbye, but not without a little "Wheels on the Bus" to make everyone smile.

 Come back soon, Sharla and Mort!

8 months today

A little birthday picture for our little birthday guy.

Adorable Asher in August....

August was such a great month and  in celebration of the end of the month, I decided to post some of our favorite Asher pictures that were taken this month but for some reason or another had not made the blog. These pictures make me smile.

Our baby wedged himself into the corner of the couch. He does the same thing in his crib.

Checking out how his cousin Max gets around. Check out those rolls!

Yummy netting



Happy Buddha Baby!

 Today, Asher and I spent some quality time at Yard Park in DC.  It was a great way to relax and unwind on a perfect summer day.



Happy day, happy baby!



The Elusive First Tooth

On our plane ride back from Seattle Asher bit down on his Daddy's finger.  Daddy then whispered to Mommy, "I think Asher has a bottom tooth, but every time I try to look for it, his tongue covers the spot." And so began the hunt for the elusive first tooth.  We suspected that the tooth was there because feeding time was painful for all parties involved. Asher cried every time a cold bottle was given to him and he was scraping his spoons with what we thought were teeth.  This past Sunday, Asher finally showed us his bottom tooth. It was so cute, so white, so, so, tiny!!! Over the last 24 hours since spotting the tooth, I have tried to get a picture, but to no avail, until this afternoon when I took him on a walk and he smiled his oh so toothy smile and I noticed that there was not just 1 tooth, but 2 beautiful teeth. Yay for happy babies and yay for baby teeth.

You are never going to see it Mommy.

Even if you make me laugh

Oh, but you are so funny, Mommy

Oh, alright, do you see my TEETH?

Now, I am going to get you!

GREAT Aunt and Uncle and Friends too! Poulsbo, Part 2

Let's hear it for friends and family! That is definitely the theme of our trip to the Northwest.

Asher finally met his GREAT Aunt Shelley and Uncle James.  They spent the day with us and Asher managed to get a lot of kisses and hugs from each of them. He also showed them his million dollar smile and infectious laugh.

Asher is so impressed with Aunt Shelley's scarf...

...he decides to gnaw on it

Inside for a little cuddle time.



Yes, Uncle James, Asher will drive fast cars with you and especially if you make those silly faces.

A little play time in the park. The driftwood as a backdrop makes you realize you are in the Northwest.

Asher looks forward to seeing his Aunt and Uncle in Washington DC this September. 

After meeting his GREAT Aunt and Uncle it was time to visit with some of Mommy's friends. One of Mommy's friends was Jenny.  Jenny was able to hold Asher and Asher loved listening to Jenny and his mom catch up--they hadn't seen one another in 8 years...too long for sure!

Mommy, Jenny, and Asher

Then, one of Mommy's favorite friends in the whole wide world stopped by, Dani. Mommy has known Dani since she first became a teacher.  Unfortunately, Asher was not in the best mood. Dani understood though and took it all in stride. Here's to friends!

Asher looks happy in this picture, it is the magic of the string.

Finally, we made a special visit to see Heather and Jasen, we decided to leave little Asher at home with his Bubbie. This was a special visit after all because they just welcomed their son into their lives a few days earlier.  We were so happy to be in Washington during this special time.

Little Karter all bundled up.

Love you guys!



 Boy our trip went fast, before you could blink it was time for us to pack up and head back to DC.  We will return soon. There is no place like home.




Reading the morning paper at 7 months, next stop, Harvard.

The three of us together. This picture is only the second one since Asher was born.