Too Cute Not to Post

No huge news, but these pics were pretty special. One is a close up of Leah that is just too cute. The other is Leah hanging out with 91 year-old Sylvia Cooper - a very special lady who thinks Leah is pretty special too!

Right on Track

Leah had her 2 month doctor's appointment last week. She is growing well, and up to 10lbs, 2oz. She falls into the 50th percentile for height, 35th percentile for weight, and only the 8th percentile for head circumference. Her Daddy says "No wonder her neck is so strong - her noggin must be very easy to hold up since it is so small!". The doctor was very pleased with Leah's growth, and told us to keep doing what we're doing. That's great for Leah, but Mommy is starting to be a bit more ready for a consistent schedule. However, Leah is thriving and continues to be very flexible and easy...so Mommy will follow doctor's orders for a bit longer.

As you can see, Leah has had a pretty quiet week. Not too much else to report from here.

First Picnic

Today Leah had her first picnic at Chastain Park, with her friends Samuel Galbraith & Anna Sims. Mommies and babies all enjoyed a nice lunch, and the beautiful fall-preview weather that the Atlanta area is experiencing. Leah, Samuel & Anna have all "known eachother" for a while, since the mommies were part of the United Way preggo crew over the past few months. Today was the first time that the babies were all together outside of the womb! FYI - Leah is in the carrier with the flowered cover, Sam is in the middle, and Anna is on the other end. Sam already has the ladies fighting over him! - J

Family, and more family

Here is a better picture of cousin Charlie's little face. Hard to believe that 7+ weeks ago, Leah was even a touch smaller than Charlie is!!













It is hard to read, but the bib says "Are these people really my relatives?" Since it was a gift from Aunt Carol, and our family really is huge and together often, we thought it was appropriate to try this on for size this week.














Leah meets Aunt Lori, who is in town all the way from Oregon.

















Leah and cousin Jessica have met before, it has just taken a while for Jessica to get her hands on the baby!

Peaks and Valleys

Our planned trip to Lake Oconee had to be cancelled last week, as our family experienced a true tragedy. Leah's Uncle Eric passed away quite unexpectedly, leaving the entire family devastated. Thanks to all of our friends and extended family who have offered support during this difficult time. One of the saddest moments for me was the realization that I don't even have a picture of Leah with her Uncle Eric. He loved to look at her, but was still a bit too intimidated by her tiny size to hold her for a photo opp. Part of why I share this with you is to give some context for why I may be turning a bit obsessive about documenting all the important people that Leah meets from here on out.

While we are all still reeling from the loss of Eric, we are also sharing the joy of Uncle Michael, Aunt Kim, and cousin Max as they welcome Leah's newest first cousin today. In fact, New Baby Dinerman is so new, that at the time I am writing this he does not yet have a name! Here you can get a glimpse of the top of his noggin as his proud Daddy steals a moment with him.




Lucky Leah got an impromptu visit from Veevee this week. They hadn't seen eachother in 3 weeks, and Veevee was very impressed with Leah's growth.






Here is Leah lounging after a good meal. Ahh, to be a baby again...Here are Shannon, Leah, & Jack demonstrating the type of balancing act that we do in our house every day. We hope to see each of you very soon, and if we haven't said it lately : "We love you". - J, A, & L

Week 6 in review

This week, Leah began breaking in her big girl stroller. As you can see, she has plenty of room to grow in this one!



Following are some pictures of Leah awake, and enjoying the peacock toy on her carrier. She has spent much more time awake this week, and engaged in batting at toys on her play gym. She also is fascinated by her hands, and they can hold her interest for quite some time.


Leah had a packed social calendar this week. Wednesday night, she went to Maggiano's for her first dinner party courtesy of Cousin Jonathan. Thursday, she had lunch at Pricci with Grandma Judy and then made her first visit to United Way. Unfortunately, Mommy was so busy visiting with her UW friends, that she forgot to take any pictures of the occassion! Friday, Leah hung out at Taqueria del Sol with Kimberly & Carol. The biggest excitement came Saturday, when Leah's Auntie Shannon arrived for a visit from Vermont! Here you can see Leah and Shannon getting acquainted over a bottle.


Up this coming week: Leah's first visit to Lake Oconee. Talk to y'all soon! - J

Lady who lunches (and breakfasts...)

So, we have been slacking off a bit with the picture taking this week. Vivi has put in a request for photos of Leah sitting up & awake. If we can ever create that situation, AND have someone around to take a picture of it, we'll get that done. In the mean time, Leah had another exciting lunch date on Thursday. Here she is with her friend (and fellow United Way baby) Samuel Galbraith. It has been suggested that Leah is already dating older men - Sam was born 4 days before she was! Both Leah & Samuel slept well through a lunch at Fellini's. Hopefully next time we can get a picture of them together when eyes are open.



Leah & Daddy also had their fist solo outing on Sunday morning. They met Uncle Eric & cousin Sophie at Goldberg's for breakfast (allowing Mommy to sleep late, get a pedicure and run in to Target!). Not only did Leah visit with her uncle & cousin, but she also ran into cousins Kevin, Eve, Caroline, Simon, Annie & Janine AND Daddy Erwin. How would Goldberg's stay in business without this family?!?!? - J