Fun Weekend with a Few Bumps

Aspen has been battling a couple of different obstacles this weekend. The first thing being those teeth of hers! It's so frustrating because you can see the two bottom teeth right up against the gums, but they haven't broken through yet and they are causing a pile of symptoms (drooling, biting--anything or anyone, loss of appetite unless it's cold and hard to chew on). At least her mood has been in high spirits. One of the best remedies we found is orange slices. She will just go to town on those until her hearts content.



We of course went out to the greenbelt this weekend (like every weekend in this beautiful weather) and took the little one in the backpack. She had a great time watching the dogs and the people.

My two best buds.



All the excitement had her a little worn out and she passed out in the pack. I don't think it's the easiest place or most comfortable, but when the girl is exhausted she sure does sleep.



The other obstacle we have been faced with is dealing with mosquitoes! I can't believe it's that time again and every year I feel like they are getting worse. Jason and I both attract mosquitoes horribly and unfortunately Aspen is right there with us. She has about 5 bites on her legs from hanging out in the yard yesterday. If we have pants on her she doesn't seem to be bothered by the bites, but as soon as her pants are off (during diaper changes mostly) she tries to go to town scratching them--which in return sends her into a fit. Hopefully they heal up soon and we will try to keep her from hanging outside at dusk.

Hope you all had a great weekend. Our little girl turns 9 months on Wednesday--I really can't believe how big she is!