Like Mother Like Daughter

I love pictures. I could look at old and recent pictures for hours. I am the one at Costco holding up the check out line because I just can't wait to look at my newly developed photos and I have become so focused in checking them all out. If I don't look at them in the check out line then I will for sure look at them before pulling out of the parking lot.

Lately we have been showing Laekin pictures on our computer after a day's event... the beach, camping, playing with friends, etc. Last night her and I were sitting on the couch and she looked at me and said "picers", while shaking her head yes. It took me a couple tries to figure it out but then I grabbed the computer and Laekin quickly cuddled up next to me. We must have sat there looking at pictures for 20 minutes. She loved it. She loves to tell me who is in the photo: dada, sand, beach, peet (feet), birdie, nana, and papa.

Week Off!

This past week was very relaxing and filled with fun family times. I (Jeremy) took the week off of work so we started off with a camping trip to Doheny State Beach (I know, we didn't wander off too far). Jen's parents met us down there so we got two spots next to each other in the campground. Laekin did great for her first time tent camping and seemed to love it. She spent the 3 days filthy dirty, playing on the beach, and exploring nature with nana and papa. Justin, Kira, Joelle and Reid came down for one afternoon to hang out with us.

Justin (brother) and Kira (his wife) just got back from 2 months of traveling overseas so we, along with my other siblings, spent a day down at Crystal Cove State Beach. We went down for breakfast at the Beachcomber and spent the day hanging out on the beach.

What a great week off!

"Dah-Do"

I think that Laekin is trying to show us that she is ready for her first doggie! But mom and dad are much smarter than that. This is Laekin with her great aunt's "Dah-Do". She loves animals and gets this sweet little tone in her voice when she says "Hi" to any dog, cat, bird, or horse.




Laekin walking Phoebe on her leash.

Beach day

Aunt Joelle ("Jo") and I took Laekin to the beach on Thursday. The last couple of times Laekin has been at the beach she cries and hates the sand. Well mommy and daddy are not going to stop going to the beach.... so somebody has to get over her beach fear. Today was a much more successful day at the beach. No tears, just a little hesitation which is a big improvement! We had a great time.

Daddy-Daughter Time

Lately I have really enjoyed watching Jeremy and Laekin's interaction! Whenever he comes home she usually screams and runs to the door, knocks on the door, and waits for him to come in. She would get jealous if he would kiss me while he was holding her. She would try to push me away... but now we taught her that we can all hug at the same time. She is much more game for that! I love seeing their love for each other and their relationship together. Laekin loves to have horseback rides on Jer's back, she loves to stand on his back, loves his attention, and loves to be pursued or chased by daddy!

Last night she had a difficult time going to bed which is very untypical for her. Jeremy had gotten home shortly before she was ready to go to bed. She was so upset when we put her in bed and just kept crying- so we brought her down and she sat on the couch with us watching American Idol. She was standing on the couch leaning back on Jeremy- trying to get as close as possible. Around 9:30 we decided to try again.... and again no luck. Jeremy took her and laid with her on the bed, she was touching his face, patting him and lying so close to him. Within 15 minutes she was asleep and he scooped her up and put her in her crib. So sweet. I think that she was just needing some extra time and love from daddy.


I love this picture. The moments are few and far between when our busy little girlie will sit still and quietly on our laps.

Coming in October...

Yes it is true... Laekin is going to be a big sister! I am due in early October with our second little baby. We are all very excited and look forward to the new addition to our family.

Happiest Place on Earth?

Well from the pictures you can't exactly tell that Laekin enjoyed her 1st trip to Disneyland- but she did! My parents treated us to a 3-day pass to both parks and Laekin enjoyed it more and more each time. Yesterday we went for our 3rd time and Laekin's aunt and uncle ("Jo" and "Ree") joined us!