Round 2...

So thanks to my new BFF Cheryl, Weston's mommy, Charlie and I were able to sneak away for a romantical dinner for 2 ! It has been a while since we were out in town without our little one.

Cheryl took this picture of us before we left...


Madee and Wes really like each other, so she had a really good time with Ms Cheryl. It was nice to get to sit back and relax for dinner without getting up to bounce or wipe or feed something.

Although after an hour or two, I am always ready to see her again.

And every time she is infinitely cuter...


She is developing quite an array of facial expressions. She is a determined, wily little thing with a wicked sense of humor.

But then again she'd have to be to fit in around here.

Did I mention adorable? Because that helps a lot too.

My favorite thing today is heirloom tomatoes...

They are so yummy and delicious that I have to buy 4 baskets because Charlie eats them like candy!

Yummy Lycopene!


We went through all of Madee's toys, just to keep things current, interesting and in check...no toy wants to live a life unplayed with, so those toys that she no longer has interest in, has duplicates of, or just never really worked for her could be passed along to other kids who will play with them and love them.

She says she's keeping all of these...


We do what we can to keep things moving and fun for a 6 1/2 month old. When she wakes up we go go go so that she can get every last crazy out between naps. From saucer and belly time to jimmy jump and trail walks we keep the schedule jam packed with activity, since we all sleep better that way...


And of course we take some time for the camera.

And for friends.

We went for a grill out with Lila, Lara and Brian. Lila is crawling now and pulling up and doing lots of things to illustrate the craziness I have to look forward to in the next couple of months.

Don't let either one of them fool you. These are Southern girls.

Feisty! Just like I like 'em!