Another trip to the beach house

This week our family headed down to the beach house to enjoy the last official weekend of summer. Mommy and Clara went ahead of time and met up with Grandma, Grandpa, Uncle Matt and Cousin Taylor. The girls had a blast being together. Clara just stares at Taylor while Tay wants to help in Clara's care, and show her BUGS which seems to be Taylor's favorite thing right now!

Having fun trying to spin both girls at once!

On Thursday night we made it to Manzanita with some of our closest friends. We had pleasant weather to enjoy some time down on the beach. Clara liked to ride in her jog stroller, watch Daddy fly the kite and play with the ball on the beach. All in all she was a great baby away from home, but she was fairly resistant to napping when we were there.

Clara & Mommy

Scout & Daddy

On our way home Sunday we stopped at Grandma & Grandpa's again. The girls had fun going for a ride in Grandpa's wagon.

Sweetie Pies

Happy Clara Natalie!

We have all been enjoying the fabulous fresh apples and pears from Grandma and Grandpa's orchard. Clara absolutely LOVES pears and these little feeder tools allow her to much on them all by herself!

Clara, Mommy & Daddy have been enjoying all of the great weather we have had in the past week by going on walks and being out and about. Clara has been able to frequently wear some of her adorable little dresses, many of which we received as gifts - too much fun for Mommy!

A cute little profile shot - she is fascinated by all of the glass and decor in the living room where we don't spend a lot of time and I sure it soon to be completely off limits once she is mobile!

This dress has her little monogram on it - CMN - how sweet!

Having fun playing with her blocks and stacking rings. She also LOVES to play peek-a-boo!

On Saturday, we attended a fun wedding and Julie and Dan came to be Clara's babysitters. She seemed to have a great time playing and according to them, she wasn't any trouble - YEAH! We find this encouraging and hope to get out together (ALONE) more frequently!

Clara Natalie is 7 months old!

Even at 7 months old, Clara is a big University of Washington fan.  She has an entire Husky wardrobe, courtesy of Michele and makes sure to show her spirit each game day!  Last Saturday, Mommy and Daddy had the opportunity to go to the game and Grandma Carol came to spend the day with Clara.  The had a lot of fun together and we really enjoyed the little break together.  

Clara poses with Mommy and Daddy before we left for the game.

Daddy picked out a new toy for Clara who loved it before it was even out of the package!

Looking so darn cute in her Osh'Kosh jumper and special sweater.  

Silly tongue!

Clara enjoyed playing with Vertigo while Verti isn't quite sure what she thinks of Clara!

Our Growing Kid!

The past few weeks have flown by and Scout is changing a lot.  She has been trying all sorts of new foods, is content playing with her toys by herself and rolls all around after her toys.  We have noticed that her hair is starting to grow although it seems to be much lighter than we originally thought - one of the few traits she may have got from Mommy!  Blog updates have been tough since we have been experiencing some computer "issues" and Clara and Mommy have been sick.  Therefore, there has not been much sleep in our household!  Although for a kid with a cold, Clara remains happy and playful most of the time.  

Rollin' Girl

Having fun with her counting crab

Hanging in the back yard with Daddy

What an adorable bunny she makes!

Silly faces for the camera

Sweetie Pie!

First biter biscuit - what a mess!

Playing tractor with Uncle Ryan