no Kate, you can't eat via osmosis

There's a first for everything.  We've seen her get really tired, but never actually seen Kate fall asleep in the middle of meal time.  She must have been EXHAUSTED to fall asleep at the table on Friday!  Too cute!

back from branson

We're back in the normal world now. Back to work, back to daycare. We had a great time in Branson over the weekend sharing in Great Grandma and Grandpa's 55th wedding anniversary. We spent lots of time in the pool since it was very hot and humid. Kate really enjoyed the pool and was quite the attention grabber as she showed off her new walking skills. She certainly didn't enjoy the car ride back though, she was quite bored and cranky after about 5 hours. I think I saw her actually pout for the first time when we wouldn't let her out of the car seat.

bipedal, yes I am!

Yes, that's right, I am now walking.  Not far, not fast, but I can take several steps in a row before losing my balance.  Hello world, here I come!!!

Welcome Home Grandpa Altman

Congrats on finishing another Bike Race Accross Nebraska (BRAN)!  We are very glad to have you home safe and sound.  P.S.  Those water bottles weigh more than your Madone but nice try.  : )

game night

Ready to earn your gaming merrit badge? 

Friday night is game night at my place after 6pm.

is your mouth watering?

mmm mmm mmm

need i say more? perfect day, perfect ribs and some summer shandy on the deck...doesn't get any better.

am i early?

hmmmmm Kate, yes, you are dressed a bit early for your party, but that's great practice at some belly dancing!