Reading

One of Annie's favorite things to do is empty her corner of the bookshelf and leaf through books.  It brings us great joy as parents to know that she loves reading, in her own 10-month old way :)  She also enjoys being read to...current favorites are any books involving animals (especially if Mom or Dad hams up the animal sounds), "Fluffy Scruffy" (a touch and feel book about dogs), and Grandpa Loves Me (a lift-the-flap book about making pizza with Grandpa)...

Not a reading picture, but this shot shows how she likes to sit in her highchair, with her big toes hooked under the tray (hm...wonder where she gets that from?! :)

Last day of swim class + playing at the park

Dan and I have enjoyed participating in the parent/child swim class at our local Y for the past few weeks.  Annie went from leaving the pool early on the first class, to launching herself into the water from the side of the pool during the middle classes, to extending and moving arms and legs simultaneously at the last class.  She still loves the water, and we enjoyed trading off Saturday mornings with her as the lessons progressed.  (Sidenote: I love the deep sense of trust so many kids have to jump into the outstretched arms of a parent, believing with simple, childlike faith that they'll be caught!  What a wonderful image of faith :)
Y policy doesn't allow photos to be taken of classes, but we snuck in a few while waiting for her group to start:

loves her daddy!

watching the big(ger) kids

 

 

 

 

 

love her blue eyes!

We've also been hitting the park more and more as summer sets in.  Last week we met up with friends and their little ones for a playdate, which included playing in the sandbox for the first time and a few (tearful) lessons on sharing...

Zeke's Birthday Party

Annie's buddy Zeke turned one a few weeks ago, and one of his parents' friends graciously took photos of Zeke and his friends at the party.  Even though it was his birthday, he was sweet to share his toys with the other little party guests.  Here are a few fun shots: