Week 42-43

Hello again. Today I wish to inform you that my precious little 10 month old can officially, undeniable, all by herself with no hands, STAND! I was sitting here 2 days ago, futtsing away at my Advance Photoshop class when bam, it happened. She had been playing on the ground minding her own business, beating away at a giant pot with a wooden spatula, when she decided that this glorious pot could in fact have another purpose besides that of a makeshift drum. Yes, she decided it would be the catalyst to her very first attempt at standing on her own. She pulled up on that pot, and leaning over it gingerly let go, up her knees went from a squat and VOILA, she stood. I was so excited that I almost screamed. I happened to have my camera on hand, so I snapped a picture, overjoyed to get this very first moment on camera. I ran around her to get a better angle and in my exuberance filled haste, I scared her into falling on her booty. But once she does something she doesn't forget and it becomes her new life goal to replicate the feat. So i the last 2 days she has been practicing. Admittedly her little head is a big banged up now, because her will is sometimes stronger than her legs, but she tries and she succeeds some of the time. I can't believe it. The next step is going to be well, a step! My gosh, I'm not ready, but also super excited!

This past Sunday was Easter. Another holiday down! We went to the Easter Vigil mass on Saturday night at Saint Nicholas. It was a wonderful, long, and memory filled ceremony. It crazy to think that it's already been two years since Kevin's Baptism. And look at us now, celebrating as a family of three. Aria did great during the mass, she enjoyed the candle procession and bonfire. She only started to "talk" a little when she got tired half way through the three hour service. Kevin took her out in the hall. Kevin's mom Carol was there to. It's so nice that she comes to these things to support Kevin and our family and show her love.

Easter day we went to Grammy and Grandfather's at 12pm for brunch. I made some really cute birds next cookies and potato salad. I really enjoy cooking and it's so nice to bring my favorite recipes and treats for everyone to enjoy. I hope to teach Aria to cook with me when she's young. I always wished I'd watched my mom more and learned more of her awesome recipes. But hey it's never too late, I am here after all ;)

After Grammy's we came back to Pops and Yaya's house and had a second Easter party. Kevin's mom Carol gave Aria a cute knew Gymboree outfit and we took some photos. We had tons of delicious food for all to share including, trout, salmon, lamb, and Fred's famous Steak from Schaub's in Palo Alto. Aunt Deirdre and her girl were in town so they came over and so did Will and Anthony, every one else flaked out like good family members. Oh and Trinity was allowed to come too, May dropped her off.

Until next time, xoxo Rosie