10.11.10
It was a typical night at the Burgeson home. Clark, Ava, and I were sitting down eating dinner when we discovered Ava's next milestone. You guessed it, utensils. I was attempting to feed her maccoroni & cheese with a plastic fork, but she was a little distracted. Appearantly, Clark and I were discussing something that engaged my attention for a moment. The next thing I knew when I turned my head to help Ava she had taken the fork off her tray and was holding it in her little hand eating the maccoroni. I couldn't believe it! Clark and I looked at each other and said, "Yea"! She started clapping. So, we gave her another shot at it. Filled up her fork, handed it to her, and she proudly placed it in her mouth. Again, we praised her and she clapped. (That was comical.)
We are excited to report she is now able to feed herself with utensils! What a great milestone. A small one but big one! Now, for those of you who are veteran moms I'm sure your kids were eating with utensils at eight months ... BUT we first-time moms don't always know when to let them fend for themselves. I'm sure by the 2nd or 3rd child ... they too will be eating on their own at eight months. ;)
That's the excitement for this week. We continue to grow and change!!
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Ava's First Birthday
9.22.10
Happy Birthday to Ava!!!
Wow, we did it! Clark and I made it through Ava's first year and can hardly believe all that we've experienced along the way. It's been a journey, but one we would do again just to have this little girl. We are thankful for her life and the wonderful little person she is becoming. God gave us such a gift!
If I'm honest, I think having Ava's 1st birthday party meant more to Clark and I than it did to her. It was great to spend a few hours with family and friends celebrating, but her cake testing moment was very anti-climatic. With all eyes on her she didn't feel the need to entertain anyone. She sweetly stared back at a room full of people with an expression that resembled the thought, "Why are you looking at me? You've got cake so why don't you eat it?". As she daintily picked at the frosting eventually she began to squish it through her fingers which was followed by a grin. That's as exciting as it got for Ava. The adults laughed, endulged in some cake / ice cream, and created their own entertainment. Later as I thought about that moment I wasn't too surprised by her response. I've began to notice a trend with Ava ... she tends to get stage fright when put on the spot. So, we'll see how that plays out in the years to come. Right now it's somewhat comical. She'd rather people watch ... than entertain. Ummm. Who does that sound like? Clark? Me? Or both of us?
Overall, Clark and I are grateful for the first year and all those who have helped us along the way. The days sometimes seemed long, but friends and family made the weeks go fast. We've appreciated the extra hands, advice, wisdom, prayers, and support as we jumped into parenthood. We wouldn't be where we are today if it weren't for the wonderful community around us ... Thank YOU! Cheers to Ava and to ALL we call our family and friends! We love you!!
Happy Birthday to Ava!!!
Wow, we did it! Clark and I made it through Ava's first year and can hardly believe all that we've experienced along the way. It's been a journey, but one we would do again just to have this little girl. We are thankful for her life and the wonderful little person she is becoming. God gave us such a gift!
If I'm honest, I think having Ava's 1st birthday party meant more to Clark and I than it did to her. It was great to spend a few hours with family and friends celebrating, but her cake testing moment was very anti-climatic. With all eyes on her she didn't feel the need to entertain anyone. She sweetly stared back at a room full of people with an expression that resembled the thought, "Why are you looking at me? You've got cake so why don't you eat it?". As she daintily picked at the frosting eventually she began to squish it through her fingers which was followed by a grin. That's as exciting as it got for Ava. The adults laughed, endulged in some cake / ice cream, and created their own entertainment. Later as I thought about that moment I wasn't too surprised by her response. I've began to notice a trend with Ava ... she tends to get stage fright when put on the spot. So, we'll see how that plays out in the years to come. Right now it's somewhat comical. She'd rather people watch ... than entertain. Ummm. Who does that sound like? Clark? Me? Or both of us?
Overall, Clark and I are grateful for the first year and all those who have helped us along the way. The days sometimes seemed long, but friends and family made the weeks go fast. We've appreciated the extra hands, advice, wisdom, prayers, and support as we jumped into parenthood. We wouldn't be where we are today if it weren't for the wonderful community around us ... Thank YOU! Cheers to Ava and to ALL we call our family and friends! We love you!!
Friday, August 27, 2010
It's hard to believe. Time flys.
It's hard to believe. Time flys.
8.27.10
It's been two weeks since my last post, but a lot has happened since then.
Two weeks ago Ava was one upper tooth strong, immobile, gracefully discovering she sort-of liked food, a little restless at night, and of course genuinely happy during the day. However, it wasn't but a few days after my post that our lives began to once again change causing another whirlwind. And yes, those happen frequently the first year of a baby's life.
Today Ava has a mouth full of teeth (4 upper, 2 lower), went from sitting to crawling, and eats about anything we put in front of her. It's hard to believe so much can happen in such a short amount of time. I literally blinked and she was off and crawling. I'm sure I'll blink again and she'll be walking. (Cause she loves to roam from couch to couch by her self.)
I think Clark and I can now explain why we've all been so tired lately. Our little baby is growing like a weed which sometimes means restless nights for everyone. I wonder what the weeks ahead will bring. Yikes!
8.27.10
It's been two weeks since my last post, but a lot has happened since then.
Two weeks ago Ava was one upper tooth strong, immobile, gracefully discovering she sort-of liked food, a little restless at night, and of course genuinely happy during the day. However, it wasn't but a few days after my post that our lives began to once again change causing another whirlwind. And yes, those happen frequently the first year of a baby's life.
Today Ava has a mouth full of teeth (4 upper, 2 lower), went from sitting to crawling, and eats about anything we put in front of her. It's hard to believe so much can happen in such a short amount of time. I literally blinked and she was off and crawling. I'm sure I'll blink again and she'll be walking. (Cause she loves to roam from couch to couch by her self.)
I think Clark and I can now explain why we've all been so tired lately. Our little baby is growing like a weed which sometimes means restless nights for everyone. I wonder what the weeks ahead will bring. Yikes!
Friday, August 13, 2010
Our adventures with sweet Ava
8.13.10
Hello friends:
I've been trying to blog Ava's story since we had her last September 2009, but as you can see it's August and that hasn't exactly happened other than my attempt in April at her 6mo mark. I had good intentions of posting pictures, updating you on the latest milestones, and noting the victories along the way. But the craziness of being a working mom & wife, balancing a household with little sleep, and having fun along the way with our little girl blogging just hasn't happened. BUT...I'm determined to start NOW!
So....
Even though I haven't done a good job of doing this the last 11months ... I'm going to attempt to get my act in gear and keep you updated on the adventures and life of sweet little Ava or as she's sometimes known "Pookie".
Over the last 11months we've experienced Dr's visits, shots, crazy sleeping patterns, spit up, sitting up, yellow-green poop, and many others. The more recent activities have included experimenting with "real" food, teething (her first tooth popping through on vacation in July), skipping crawling to pulling up on the furniture, waving, high fives, babbling dadda and mamma (but mostly dadda), and rolling/ jumping/ and standing in her the crib. These have been exciting moments and ones I wouldn't trade experiencing for the world.
Ava is most certainly a sweet bundle of Joy! She really does wake up almost everyday with a smile and energy to "go,go,go". She LOVES people and watching them. Her little personality makes me wonder what kind of leader she'll be one day. It appears there's potential for her to be very social with her engaging at such a young age which is very exciting. Nothing better than her winning people over with her smile! Let's just pray she doesn't use that to win her dad over too much, but it's highly likely. He LOVES her smile!!
Even as the first year begins to wind down we certainly have many more milestones ahead of us. It's my intention to do a better job of keeping you informed and updated on what she's been up to.
It is most definitely a miracle to watch a baby grow and one you don't ever want rush. So, here's to Ava Lakaye and the adventures she brings in the days ahead. Enjoy the ride with us ... it is a great adventure!
Hello friends:
I've been trying to blog Ava's story since we had her last September 2009, but as you can see it's August and that hasn't exactly happened other than my attempt in April at her 6mo mark. I had good intentions of posting pictures, updating you on the latest milestones, and noting the victories along the way. But the craziness of being a working mom & wife, balancing a household with little sleep, and having fun along the way with our little girl blogging just hasn't happened. BUT...I'm determined to start NOW!
So....
Even though I haven't done a good job of doing this the last 11months ... I'm going to attempt to get my act in gear and keep you updated on the adventures and life of sweet little Ava or as she's sometimes known "Pookie".
Over the last 11months we've experienced Dr's visits, shots, crazy sleeping patterns, spit up, sitting up, yellow-green poop, and many others. The more recent activities have included experimenting with "real" food, teething (her first tooth popping through on vacation in July), skipping crawling to pulling up on the furniture, waving, high fives, babbling dadda and mamma (but mostly dadda), and rolling/ jumping/ and standing in her the crib. These have been exciting moments and ones I wouldn't trade experiencing for the world.
Ava is most certainly a sweet bundle of Joy! She really does wake up almost everyday with a smile and energy to "go,go,go". She LOVES people and watching them. Her little personality makes me wonder what kind of leader she'll be one day. It appears there's potential for her to be very social with her engaging at such a young age which is very exciting. Nothing better than her winning people over with her smile! Let's just pray she doesn't use that to win her dad over too much, but it's highly likely. He LOVES her smile!!
Even as the first year begins to wind down we certainly have many more milestones ahead of us. It's my intention to do a better job of keeping you informed and updated on what she's been up to.
It is most definitely a miracle to watch a baby grow and one you don't ever want rush. So, here's to Ava Lakaye and the adventures she brings in the days ahead. Enjoy the ride with us ... it is a great adventure!
Monday, April 5, 2010
Ava's First Easter
3.4.10
My first blog of Ava begins at 6months of age. It takes about six months for your life to slow down enough for you to even consider blogging. Just kidding.
Easter Sunday.
We began our day as usual waking up around 7:30am. Ava was not particularly aware this was Easter Sunday and that we were celebrating anything special. All she knew was mom and dad were with her and there were some recognizable unusal looking things on the kitchen table. I got up at my usual 7am time and finished putting together easter baskets for Ava, Clark, and myself. I put muffins in the oven, got the baskets arranged from Gram and myself, and finished making her bottle. She woke up around 7:30 and our day began.
Clark and I picked out a cute green spring dress for her to wear and got it ironed. She didn't have a clue why she was wearing a dress, but she looked adoreable. We loaded her into the carseat with her white bow (as big as her head) and headed off to the 10am service at church.
We made it to church in a timely manner, but all you can say is we attempted Easter. With the seats being packed from front to back. Ava, though cute, wasn't exactly interested in the sermon. So as it turned out we worshipped our Risen Lord while Ava was passed around to friends showing off her cute dress and then we gave up our seats to guests and headed home. It was exhausting for the effort, but worth it for her to experience Easter for the first time. Or maybe it was more for us than for her. :)
Her first Easter will always be known as "attempted" not exactly spiritual, but I'm pretty sure God is ok with that.
My first blog of Ava begins at 6months of age. It takes about six months for your life to slow down enough for you to even consider blogging. Just kidding.
Easter Sunday.
We began our day as usual waking up around 7:30am. Ava was not particularly aware this was Easter Sunday and that we were celebrating anything special. All she knew was mom and dad were with her and there were some recognizable unusal looking things on the kitchen table. I got up at my usual 7am time and finished putting together easter baskets for Ava, Clark, and myself. I put muffins in the oven, got the baskets arranged from Gram and myself, and finished making her bottle. She woke up around 7:30 and our day began.
Clark and I picked out a cute green spring dress for her to wear and got it ironed. She didn't have a clue why she was wearing a dress, but she looked adoreable. We loaded her into the carseat with her white bow (as big as her head) and headed off to the 10am service at church.
We made it to church in a timely manner, but all you can say is we attempted Easter. With the seats being packed from front to back. Ava, though cute, wasn't exactly interested in the sermon. So as it turned out we worshipped our Risen Lord while Ava was passed around to friends showing off her cute dress and then we gave up our seats to guests and headed home. It was exhausting for the effort, but worth it for her to experience Easter for the first time. Or maybe it was more for us than for her. :)
Her first Easter will always be known as "attempted" not exactly spiritual, but I'm pretty sure God is ok with that.
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