Ian is still teething and there is little to no sign of teeth. My sister Sally found a little white mark on his lower gums, but it has yet to produce anything. Therefore, Tim and I are still getting little sleep. Ian is also developing new sleeping habits. He refuses to let me put him in the crib and will only fall asleep for Tim. This is not good, especially when it comes to naps while Tim is away. It seems that Ian just wants to be by my side ALL the time. Last night it got so bad that I just finally broke down and brought Ian into the bed with us (don't hate me Seth). Ian finally fell asleep with his face touching mine and his feet on Tim's back.

Below are pictures of Ian at Easter. We had a wonderful time with Tim's family in Sewickley, Pa. despite the teething and sleepless nights. Ian got a loaded Easter basket with tons of toys and books. His favorite new toy is the beach wagon. He spends hours (ok, maybe just minutes) pushing it back and forth.

I am too tired to even type. Ian is teething.

We took turns over the weekend trying to console him. Sometimes it worked, sometimes it didn't.

Aching gums, runny nose, drool, loss of appetite, slow quiet whimper: you name it Ian has it. I am not sure whose idea it was, but Ian finally cracked a smile when we wrapped him in a towel and let him suck on an ice cube.

Cherry Blossoms and Sunshine

Ian, Pippin, and I were flying solo last week while Tim traveled to California to play golf and attend a work retreat. We are still very jealous that he got to see Grandmamma and Grandpappa, the pacific ocean, and the gorgeous cypress trees. The Cherry Blossoms just so happened to bloom while Tim was away which he was very bummed about but I am sure got over quickly. My mom came down to help out for a few days while I attended a FEC conference (incredibly stimulating :) It was wonderful! She cleaned all of my floors and even my microwave (something I have been putting off for awhile)!!!

One evening we hiked all the way from the Capitol to the Tidal Basin to see the Cherry Blossoms. It took us 3 hours and by the end Ian and Pippin had had enough but it was well worth it for me and my mom.

We then headed up to PA to spend some time with family and celebrate Abigail's 24th birthday. The weekend was gorgeous and we spent most of the time outside.

Ian turns 9 months this week. He inches his way around, pulls himself up, and has learned how to sit back down again (only after many bruises on the back of his head though). Still no teeth but he sure does love to chew on everything and anything.

Bump in a Hot Pink Dress

Kristen's baby shower was last weekend. It was perfect! let me set the mood for you...

bright orange and hot pink....two dining room tables end to end....ikea table linens...gorgeous flowers...sit down luncheon...cream of asparagus soup...salmon nicoise salad...pelegrino....sparkling grapefruit juice...champagne...girls, baby, and gifts....oh, and cupcakes that I made!!!!