Talia turns 5 months old

Our delightful young daughter keeps us smiling. This month she started to giggle in response to the boy's goofyness. Too cute. Of course, the camera is never handy when everyone is giggling away. One day. Her hand-eye coordination has developed so we have to be careful about what is within her reach. Recently she found her toes which seem to her to be a tasty snack. This little one seems eager to try food. Can't believe that next month I will likely be documenting her progress in that department!

Easter

We enjoyed several Easter celebrations this year. We had brunch with the Penners (even if we don't have pictures to prove it). Good Friday has become a traditional time to spend with the extended Raabe clan (again no pictures to prove it). It was a great time to catch up with family and sample (OK, overindulge in) Aunt Cheryl's amazing food. Easter Monday was spent in Tsawwassen (this time WITH the camera) celebrating Easter, family, and even some egg finding, swimming pool and tree climbing fun.

Having a little girl adds another element to Easter (although completely unrelated to anything about Easter). Bonnets, frilly dresses and tights. This year, a little sweater and bonnet was knit for Talia which was too adorable not to use for Easter. (Thanks Marsalie for the rest of the outfit!).

4 months old

Talia has been part of our family for 4 months already. She continues to bring us so much joy. Her smiles and giggles come more easily and completely delight all of us.

Grama gave these adorable little crocs to Talia as she knows how much the rest of the family enjoy wearing them. Sadly, they are quickly becoming snug.

Talia "breezed" through her 4 month immunization and check up with few tears and mostly smiles. She keeps growing at a steady rate and now weighs 13lbs 4 oz and is 23 3/4" long.

She has discovered her voice and loves to "sing", "talk", basically make noise. Nate especially loves to talk to her with the hopes that she will answer him. We have a few cute little videos that I can't seem to load. Maybe next month!?!