Napping and Splashing

Aspen is about 15 weeks old now and things are getting easier everyday. The biggest accomplishment of this past week (other than the rolling over) is her napping habits. Ever since we brought her home she has been an amazing sleeper at night (only with a few nights were she wakes up and wants to have play time at 3:30am--an early riser I suppose). However, not unlike her father, she has not been the biggest fan of naps. When she would take one it would be 30 minutes tops and never in her crib--always on mom's lap, in the stroller, or the swing.

Finally we have mastered the scheduled nap of the day. It's usually around lunch time and she does it in her crib! I'm so happy because I can actually get some things done around the house--or sit in front of my computer and blog about it (yes I know...not the most productive way to spend my time, but I have to keep you guys updated!). This is my little one waking up yesterday. What a priceless look on her face.



On top of getting control of her napping, she has also really taken a great turn past the colic. For any of you who have had babies with colic I can now say we are part of a club that no one understands unless they have experienced it. Now reflecting on that time, I realize it was a good thing. It tested Jason and I (and we made it through with flying colors) and we figure when we have another child we will be extra prepared for anything to come; have the hard one first and the rest seem easy is my theory.



Bath time has become a favorite around our house. Last night while Jason was giving the bath I sat back and snapped a few photos. Aspen doesn't really pay attention to the rubber ducks, but Bella goes nuts because they squeak. She actually jumped into the tub after we had taken Aspen out and was trying to fish the ducks out of the water--pretty cute.







Thanksgiving is coming up next week and we have my brother and his girlfriend coming into town. It should be an exciting week for everyone. Unfortunately Aspen won't get to eat turkey, gravy, stuffing, and the works on her first Thanksgiving, but she will at least get to enjoy the smells, festivities, and her mom will make sure to eat more than enough for the two of us.

One last adorable pic.