Breezy & Beautiful

Today was beautiful - cool and breezy, but very sunny. We went out to lunch and then spent the afternoon poolside. Grace was in such a good, giggly mood! Can't believe we're heading home tomorrow. It went so fast.

Leaps and Dribbles

In the past 2-3 days, Grace has taken tremendous developmental leaps. She's found her feet, rolled from her back to her front, completely sidewound herself 360 degrees, intentionally grabbed for toys, seen the bottle coming/grabbed it and put it in her mouth and more. She's also drooling and teething furiously. Yesterday was a cool one down here in Florida. Daddy played golf in the morning, and in the afternoon we went out to lunch, picked up food for our evening BBQ and took a walk.

Chilling Out

Grace was so cute in her outfit from Uncle Ryan Miller. She played in the morning and was very sweet, but once we got to the pool, she was really difficult. After trying everything to soothe her, we finally (gave up and) laid her down on a chair and she calmed down immediately. Apparently, she just wanted to relax on a chair. After that, she was so good. This afternoon we took a walk, and Grace enjoyed it. Normally she hates her stroller, but today she watched the palm tree tops and checked out the beautiful setting.

Sunnyday

Today we went to the resort pool and Grace was so overwhelmed, she didn't take her morning nap. She's never done that before! (And we hope she never does it again.) She was a bit touchy and tried to refuse her afternoon nap, too, but she finally fell asleep in my arms. Then I fell asleep. I'm not sure who was more exhausted. It was a beautiful day, though, and we took her for an afternoon walk along the beach. On one side was the Gulf Coast and on the other was the golf course. Afterwards we went to our villa pool, which we had all to ourselves. Tonight Daddy took us out to an early dinner.

Gracie's First Vacation

We left for Florida early this morning, and Grace was so well behaved in the airport and for take-off. However, the rest of the flight was intense...to say the least. Here we are at the baggage claim - relieved to be off the plane - in a summer sling, thanks to Towne and Carter Anne. Above right is Grace posing with Daddy in our Kia car rental.

Despite the rocky morning, the rest of the day went well. Grace was pretty happy and even took her first swim! We're staying on Captiva at South Seas Island Resort. We booked a regular one bedroom villa, but thanks to our friend (and hero) Henley we are in a luxury 2 bedroom Land's End Villa. It's awesome!

Bags Are Packed, Ready to Go

Gracie and I met Lauren/Caroline and Shannon/Jake for lunch at Vynl today before doing a little shopping at Lester's and Duane Reade. When we got home, she snuggled up in her Aunt Enid blanket. Later we finished packing Grace into her baby luggage from the Schiffmans. Wish us luck tomorrow. We're leaving on a jet plane...

A Walk in the Park

Today was 70 and sunny: perfect park weather. Gracie and I met Lauren/Caroline, Hallie/Ethan and Shannon/Jake. Although it was a perfect day, taking care of Grace wasn't exactly a walk in the park until she took a nap!

Beautiful Day

Grace loves when Daddy has early meetings in NYC because then she gets a little quality time with him in the morning! We were out a lot today - we shopped for summer clothes at Lester's, we met up with Brody at Gymboree and we took an early evening walk around the hood. Grace was definitely feeling better today than yesterday. Another reason for Grace's good mood might be due to the fact that her new friend, Frankie, was born. Welcome to the world, little guy!!

4 Months Old

Today Grace weighed in at 15 pounds, 12 ounces and measured 24 1/2 inches. That's 75th and 50th percentile respectively. She got her second round of shots, and was really tough in the doctor's office and for the walk home. When she woke up from her nap, though, she was so upset! Poor baby. Because she was feeling so bad, I let her do one of her favorite things: sit on the couch, watch TV and play with the remote.

Y Tu Tutu Tambien

Grace donned her tutu from the Barnetts this morning. She loved it...and desperately tried to eat it, which is her agenda with everything she can touch these days. This afternoon we went to Hallie's house and hung out with some of Grace's friends, and then we took a walk to Central Park. Grace was fine in her stroller for a little while, and then she got pissed and insisted on being carried home. And she's not exactly light as a feather these days.

Heading Home

We hit the road after brunch, and on the way home we met Mom-mom and Grandpa at Sage Diner. Gracie loves seeing her grandparents!

17 Weeks Old

Laura, Andrew, Alex and I took Gracie to The Mall. We saw the Washington Monument, the beautiful Cherry Blossoms and the Jefferson Memorial. We strolled around the Tidal Basin, too; it was such a nice day! Week 17 Album.

Tonight we went to Meredith and Daniel's wedding.

Gracie Goes To Washington

Road trip! Today we came down to DC for Meredith and Daniel's wedding. Here she is looking cute in her outfit from the Cinaders. Grace was so good in the car, and once we got to the hotel, she knew exactly what to do - from lounging on the bed to unwinding in the bath. Apparently the little lady already loves to travel.

Crisp, Cold Thursday

Grace woke up bright eyed and bushy tailed, as usual, and we went for a walk to Central Park with friends. It was cold so we put on her baby uggs; although they were way too big, they still looked cute. Tonight we went to dinner with Jill Steinberg...who was very tricky (and nice) and treated us to dinner. Thanks, Jill!

New Sounds

Daddy and Grace hung out in the morning, Grandma came over in the afternoon and Shimmy stopped by for a quick visit to pick up Brett. Grace is talking a lot more these days. She's making new mmm and ooo sounds, and sometimes she'll babble straight for minutes... whether we're talking to her or not.

Grace Met Brett

Grace and I went to a lunch about babysitting today, and then we took and walk and hung out with Hallie and Ethan. Grace is talking more and making new sounds every day - she is really trying to communicate with us. Tonight cousin Brett, Aunt Meredith and cousin Aren came over.