Hiking Pagago Park

Since the weather was so lovely and we have been wanting to try forever. Chad didn't have school and Mom didn't have work. We decided to venture on a hiking trip. Well more like a walking trip, just up a hill and into a hole/cave in the rock. It wasn't very hard but it was fun and a good way to spend the morning. 

The babies were strapped in backpacks and Penny was so excited.

Ava had a great time in the backpack, she loved being close to me and patting me on the shoulders.

Jane spent the morning riding backwards and smiling at the stragglers.

We made it to the hole/cave and enjoyed the view of the valley.

Whitney wore her awesome pants!! I have some too, but I'm not quite brave enough to wear them in public, I'm almost ready.

Penny found a comfy spot to relax, she called it her nest.

She then started to explore and found new hiding spots.

I love love love my girls!!

We started to explore and walk around the rest of the park. 

Penny had so much fun. She discovered a little house.

Chad found the edge of the world. 

We found a pyramid. It is the burial place of an Arizona Governor, his wife and some other family members.

 We finished our walking and stopped for lunch. It was nice and relaxing until the geese got very brave and started to invade our space. If you didn't know Whitney is terrified of birds and she freaked out which also made Jane freak out. Penny and Chad were excited to see what they would do and tried to chase them away. But alas, we lost and the geese started to get too pushy. But it was so hilarious watching Whitney get panicky.

Quick Quading Trip

On a Friday afternoon we decided to take a quick quading trip. The weather was great and it wasn't too dusty. When we weren't riding, we were laying in the shade watching babies play. Ava loved riding and got so excited and happy. Penny loves riding but Whitney kinda made her nervous toward the end. I love riding. You feel free and your mind is relaxed.

Happy Valentines 2013

My valentines day was spent with these 2 adorable, sweet and loving girls. I am grateful for the sweet moments we share and love the show me. We played outside, gave hugs and kisses, ate treats and said I love you. 

Ava 9 Months

Ava your personality has really started to show this month. You are playful, happy, sweet, observant, laid back, cuddly and so so adorable. You can now stand really well while holding onto something, but only when someone stands you up. You are strong enough to pull yourself to your knees. You try to get to your feet but most of the time you don't make it. You have also started to take steps while standing against the couch or bed. You also bounce when standing. You try to scoot while on your tummy but you end up going backwards. You can also turn yourself in a circle. You try moving forward but aren't quite coordinated, if you really want to get something you just stretch as far as you can. When you are done laying on your tummy or back you don't roll you just cry for someone to come rescue you. You love to play in Penny's room and try to get your hands on everything. You get very happy and proud of yourself when you have accomplished something like getting a toy or standing up. You of course, still love to eat. You are very impatient when you are sitting in your chair and not getting any food. You also get very pushy when someone else is eating and not sharing with you. Some new foods you like are yogurt, mashed potatoes, peas, bread, crackers, bananas, green beans, cheerios. You have been upgraded to a highchair seat. You can no longer sit in your bumbo because you have fallen out 3 times. You just stretched and reached to the side and you toppled over. You were not hurt, it just surprised and scared you. You have started to stick your tongue out and lick you lips or try to copy when someone sticks their tongue out. You can still wear 6 months clothes and don't have any rolls, just a big belly. Some days all you want is for mom to hold you. You constantly laugh and smile at Penny. You love bath time and get so excited when you hear the water running. It is so wonderful to watch you learn new things and try to solve problems and discover the world around you.   

 

19 lbs 28 inches