A lot Going On

Well this past week went by super fast. We've been busy getting the house cleaned and organized. While the main level is coming along, the basement keeps getting worse.
So back to the week. We headed down to Summit to do a multitude of errands. We accomplished everything we set out to do including: ties for the guys in the wedding, some groceries, spoil Granola with clothing, books, and toys, ect, ect. Check the new pictures to see what else happened to Granola.
With her new Ugly Doll OX..Hugs and Kisses
1st night in her crib with her new bumpers, thanks Great Grandma Velma
More new outfits. We also got her a baby sign language book, we've been working on some easier signs already.
Sleeping with Dad, notice anything different?? Maybe in her ear.
Yes, we did get her ears pierced, mom really wanted to and dad had no arguments.

There is a lot more to tell but a lot to do around the house, so I'll try for another post later.

September Temperatures

As soon as September came around so did the lower temps. The highs have been in the low 60's and its back in the 30's at night.
She's adapting very well to the transition to her crib.
We've been digging out some new 6 month clothing lately.

It Works, So Keep Helping (Clicking)

The google ads placed at the bottom of Granola's page are generating income. I just checked it since the inception and we have accumulated $23.68 already. Not much, but it does show that if everyone clicks on the ads everytime they visit the site Granola will keep getting more money. Thanks to everyone. There will be more pictures soon, I promise.

Another month gone

Granola's new sleep schedule is working out great. Since we started she has slept through the night 3 times and fussed 3 times, the longest lasting a little over 5 minutes. She is averaging between 9 & 10 hours of sleep now. We sure are lucky.
Its unreal to think that summer is over already, the snow just stopped falling a couple months ago. We are less than 3 weeks away from having all the family over for the big day. Should be exciting.
I think this may be the 1st post without pictures since Granola was born. We haven't even snapped a shot in over 2 days. I will work on that today.

I guess Wii're Cool Now

Mom splurged the other day and got a Wii. She has been talking about it for quite some time now so Dad expected it. It is kind of fun. Granola was also spoiled with some new toys. We went for a hike up by the fish hatchery the other day and a swim afterwards. It was the first time Granola just did not want to be in the pool. We got some laps in and called it a day. Grandma Dixie is headed up for a couple days this weekend, now dad can get some needed chores done.

We looked for some black baby outfits while we were out and are convinced that they do not exist( at least in the stores we shop).
We've been trying to get out as much as possible before the snow arrives again.
Leadville from the Fish Hatchery
Another big hike for Granola
Sleepy time with her new Uglydoll Plunko
Playing with her new blocks, thanks for everything mom!!

Who's Reading??

So we keep hearing of all the different people who check up on Granola's blog, where are all the comments? We were hoping to have a post( this one maybe) where most readers will drop a comment and let Granola know who is keeping tabs. We will eventually make a book of all the posts for Granola and we know she would appreciate seeing all the comments everyone leaves. Thanks everybody and keep checking in.

Crib Time

For some reason this week Granola felt as if she were a newborn again. She was waking every couple of hours in the night letting us know she was hungry, so we decided it was time for some self soothing. Her 1st full night in the crib and she slept for a solid 9 hours. We are pretty lucky parents.
Granola went for a swim again yesterday and did well, she lasted almost 45 minutes. We are hoping to get out again today, maybe another hike? Granola had a very adult like giggle yesterday when she was reading Cat in the Hat, it was super adorable and she kept laughing the entire book.

She has been getting way more active in her play center recently, I think she relized she can stand up in it now.

After swim Happy time.

We're less than a month away from our big day. Everything seems to be coming together quite well, We're all getting really excited to see our NY family and have them meet Granola for the 1st time.

Match

Argyle and Plaid, what a perfect match.

My Big Fat Zit

Mom's Big Day Off

We were determined to get a hike in today and go swimming; surprisingly everything worked out smooth and successful. We had a short 2 mile hike, but it was all uphill to Windsor Lakes on Hagerman Pass. A great workout for the day. Granola did wonderful, she napped a small portion but otherwise sat up very attentive. We headed into town afterwards and then went to the pool. Granola got a bunch of laps in and even a quick dunking.
Dad and Joel looking at the remaining snow.
Windsor Lake
Nap time at the Lake
Granola's new Portuguese dress, Nice photo dad, missing moms beautiful face.
Getting ready to go swim
Looking down on Hagerman Pass
Happy swim time
More laps in her floaty

Overall we had a wonderful day as a family. We're winding down at home to some good couch time.

Back Home & New Snow

Well, it snowed in the mountains already. There was some new snow even along HWY 24 on the drive home. It was a brisk 44 degrees when we got home at noon on Sunday. Granola was excited to be home despite the cold temps.
Hanging with her Aunt Berta & Cousin Caley at moms Bridal Shower
Nap time with Grandpa
Hike Time
Exhausted from the heat of GJ
One of the arches at Rattlesnake.

Back in GJ

We made it to GJ with 2 goals in mind. We arrived and got moms brakes fixed so we could go camping. We were only a mile or 2 from our destination when the drivers side brakes locked up. We were in the middle of nowhere with zero cell service, and a hungry baby. I examined the brakes, had some input from a man who luckily came by with some tools, and with some luck we got the brakes to unlock. So, we decided to head back to GJ in fears of being stranded with Granola. Dad had a feeling something would happen since this was our 1st opportunity to go camping. Our second goal was to go on a hike to the second largest concentration of Arches in the world, which is located in moms backyard. The 13 mile dirt road in was a bit long but we did make it. Granola had a great time, mom was able to see something amazing she never even knew about and dad was happy that we finally got to do something we planned.
Granola laid down for a nap at 5:45 and slept until 9:00 the next morning. She decided to cover her face when mom & dad went to bed to keep sleeping. I think its the GJ heat that takes it out of her.
Mom crossing over one of the larger arches.
Granola even slept a good portion of the hike.
Dad getting ready to cross an arch with the babe.
Happy time with Grandma
Playing with her Walrus from her Great Grandma Gibson, this is her new favorite toy.

Having a good time at the park in GJ.
Granola finally met her Aunt and Uncle this week, here with uncle Dick.
Starting off our hike.
Ready to tear it up.
More sleepy time.

Granola had her first full rollover here at Grandma & Grandpa's the other day. She went from back to stomach, lifted her head looked around and continued over to her back again. Granola has somehow acquired a dread lock on the back of her head. Mom had enough and gave her a haircut, her 1st also. She only chopped the dread though. Mom has her bridal shower today and we're heading back home tomorrow, so dad can go to work.