Home Again, Home Again

Ollie playing with Sam Laney

Ollie and I have had a great time visiting both sets of grandparents in the states. We spent the first week with Grandma and Grandpa Spaulding, who spoiled us both rotten : ) Ollie and I both enjoyed time with Aunt Debi and his Great Grandmother. It was fun to take Ollie from cold England (its not REALLY July if you want to wear a jacket), to hotter than heck Texas.

After spending a wonderful week in Texas, we surprised My folks in Alabama. My sister and I were able to keep the secret for about four months!! Thanks to those of you who knew and didn't say anything. We've had a blast here with the cousins, Aunts and Uncles and the Grandparents.

Ollie is right on track developmentally. He'll "talk" to you like you understand what he's saying...his voice is full of personality and inflection. He sounds like he's said "dog" a couple of times. He sure loves my sister's border collie Dixie. He makes very happy "oohhhs!" when she walks into the room. Ollie has also picked up speed as a crawler. He's into everything and he loves to open and close doors. Can't wait to put the child locks on the kitchen cabinets!! The most exciting development has been in the last two days...Ollie has begun to clap and wave. He's REALLY cute.

Hope everyone is doing well. Here's hoping that I post sooner than a month from now! Cheers,
Dori