Happy Birthday Giovanna!

I absolutely cannot believe how fast the past two years have gone by. Our baby Giovanna is 2 years old. Happy Birthday (well yesterday) Giovanna. I wish you continue to be as fun, smart, happy, and beautiful as you have been your entire little life. To celebrate Giovanna's birthday, it worked out well that Joe's regular day off is Wednesday. I also took the day off of work. We took the girls to get Giovanna's 2 year and Giuliana's 6 month pictures. Then, Gunnar had a scrimmage football game, so we went to watch him play. They won! After a quick "shwench shwies" drive through McDonald's dinner (Giovanna's choice), we met my parents at our house for cake and presents to wind down the day.

Today we had a two for one deal! Both girls see the same pediatrician, whom we absolutely love. Their doctor is so happy with both girls' development. She was surprised at Giovanna's extended vocabulary and good behavior. And she was especially impressed with Giuliana's development. Despite her underlying issues, the doctor said Giuliana is behaving as a 9 month old! She even asked if we are counting the months correctly! She said Giuliana's level of engagement, babbling, and physical capabilities is outstanding. It is such a relief and joy to hear those words come out of her mouth. Both girls are right on target for their height and weight, hugging the 50th percentile line.

It's amazing. Giuliana is crawling all over the house.

It may take her awhile to get from point A to point B,

but she is getting everywhere and anywhere she pleases!

The girls in their Bears gear!

We were singing Happy Birthday to Giovanna.


For her "finale" present, we took her out to the backyard,
and had the garage door slowly rise. . .

A "bassetball" hoop! Sorry I didn't rotate the picture.