Yesterday's photo.

100th post and still going.

This is my 100th post and I haven't given up yet. The adventures keep on rolling. We were able to have family togetherness day yesterday as we went to the Art Fair in the park, and ended the day at a baby shower for our friend Nancy. The weather was gorgeous - we did our best to protect Mojo from the sun, though we need to keep our sunscreen with us at all times.
We think Maureen is learning that she wants Mommy and Daddy around her at all times, and she's starting to get upset, even if we leave the room for a split second. She doesn't have a problem with day care because it's part of the routine. It's just when she has a baby sitter that she starts to break down (sorry Karen.) This will be a big week - Kristin is in charge of the Girl Scout's in the big parade, I will be going to the track on Wednesday (for work), we'll be back out at the track on Friday (for fun) and Saturday will be spent at various locations in the city. As I mentioned, the Dolberry family will be coming to town, as well as Auntie Chrissy - we hope to get a chance to be with all of them when possible.
Five and a half more weeks until vacation - I'm wishing my life away!!
Here are some pictures from my Birthday Week (yes, I get a week - what about it?), and from PDO Family Fun Night (which was a hoot.)

Video of the week: Bouncy Swing

Sweet Potatoes for a Sweetheart!

Yesterday, Maureen transitioned from fruit to vegetables, though Kristin started her with sweet potatoes, which really aren’t vegetables, but the next logical step into new foods. Mo really didn’t notice the change.

She came to my work yesterday afternoon, at closing time because we needed to do the big child-swap - Kristin had some real estate appointments in the early evening. I don’t think Mo was impressed by the office though I’m not sure what she was expecting. We left work and went to my dad’s house and hung out with him, Uncle Joe and Aunt Erin. Mojo had a great time playing with the little rubber squeeze ball, clapping and kicking grandpa with excitement. She was too cute.

Tomorrow night is the PDO Fun Night. Perhaps I’ll have some photos or a video to share this week.

Editorial note: Papa Sparky is a bit disappointed with his blogging counterparts – it’s been a long time since their last entries. Come on folks, stop working so hard and start sharing. Peace!

Baby Elephant at the Zoo.

It was a fun weekend. The biggest news is that Maureen now knows how to clap. It happened all of the sudden, and looks like it will continue for a long time. She knows that if she claps, we will pay attention to her, and applaud her for applauding. See photo below.

Earth Day was spent at the zoo - trying to get as much out of our membership as possible. We were able to see the new baby elephant - see video of the week above. This time, cousin Claire stayed awake, and Maureen slept through most of the trip. I am hyper sensitive to Mo being exposed to the sun, so we had her blanket draped over her stroller and baby-sunblock #30 on her little arms and legs. The directions say "not for internal use" so we did not put screen on her hands and feet (yes, she puts her toes in her mouth!)

We are anxious to see Uncle Dolberry, KMD and APD next weekend, as they are coming in for our dear city's big event - first Saturday in May. We will be busy a big part of the next two weeks with parties and events. This Thursday is the Parents Day Out Family Fun Night, where Your's Truely will be playing ukulele in the PDO band. We're playing all time classics like Shake your Sillies Out and Oh My Goodness Look at this Mess (my personal favorite).

Kristin gets her cast off today (she had carpal tunnel surgery over two weeks ago) and we are very excited. She has had a difficult time dealing with one hand for the most part - worst part of all is that Dad was in charge of doing all the dishes, among various other jobs. Not that it mattered! But seriously, we are all looking forward to her being pain free in her wrist for a long time to come.

Or else...

Video of the Week: Feeding Frenzy

One more quick entry:

This photo corresponds with yesterday's entry.

6 month photo

Here's Maureen's 6-month photo, taken last week.

Just a test.

This is just a test to see how the AbbeyGus, Dolberry and/or CarrieGabe bloggers respond. Just keep pushing that Tech Button.

Tummy time.

The latest in Maureen's bag of tricks is rolling over in bed and sleeping on her stomach - new last night. We knew the night would come, because she has been sleeping on her side, with her neck crooked back. All it took was a little more umph and bam, on her stomach.
She is gaining a great deal of strength - she can prop herself up with her arms when she's on her stomach, and she can also get her knees under her while on her stomach. She's not yet able to coordinate the two to start crawling, though. But it's only a matter of time.

Baby of the Week.

Our little baby is baby of the week in this Week's Voice Tribune society section. This is a huge honor. Go out and buy a few copies, she can be found on page B-18, slightly above the fold.

Caption says: Maureen Lally, at 6 months, is the daughter of Tim and Kristin Lally. Her Grandparents are Joe Lally Jr. and the late Alma Lally, and Paul and Karen Dolwick.

I couldn't sum it up any better!

Photo of the day - Happy Girl.

Asleep.

Brand new photo sent via Kristin's phone.

The Easter Joby.

Happy Easter!

This is Mojo's first Easter! When we woke up we put the rabbit ears on Maureen and took her to the mirror - it was literally a jaw dropping experience for her as her pacifier fell to the ground on first sight. Mom and Dad got a good laugh out of it. To all of those numbers that click in to our counter, we wish you and your family a happy Easter.

PS: our shamrock may not be as full as Katheigh's, but how can we expect it to grow with our little plucker around?

Mojo video of the week #2

Maureen at play.

Real comedian!

I have a meeting this morning so I had to dress up a bit. Maureen thought she'd have a little fun with Dad and spit up inside his front shirt pocket. Hilarious - the little twerp. She seemed especially spry this morning - little did she know that she would be getting some shots in her little butt this afternoon. Yes, today is Maureen's 6-month birthday - hard to believe we all made it that long.
Tonight I will be getting together with other PDO (Parent's Day Out) moms and dads for the first PDO band practice. We will be performing at the Family Fun Night later in the month. I'm not sure what to expect, but I'll be bringing my trusty Ukulele - the one with a pick-up, to be played through the amp, as opposed to my everyday Ukulele.
We are waiting to see how Maureen's Aunt Carrie did with her interviews yesterday, and how potential Uncle (Tio) Gabe is doing with his appendix woes. Let us know.

Swinging Mojo

Maureen's first time on a playground swing.

Fun Day.

We watched cousins Abbey and Gus play baseball today. What a hoot. The day was absolutely gorgeous. Following the game we went to visit Mojo's Great Grandfather "Doc" at the nursing home, and hosted a cookout later at our home. In attendance: GM Karen, GP Paul, GGM Betty, Kathy (Katheigh), Scott (Skot), Abbey and Gus. We are dreading the end of a great weekend.