The Wedding
My cousin Jillian got married on Friday evening. It was a gorgeous ceremony and reception. My uncle (the father of the bride) gave a wonderful speech that had everyone in tears. It was nice being a guest at the wedding and getting to enjoy the food, drink,and of course dancing! We left Aspen with my Aunt Judy (other side of the family) and Uncle Jim. Unfortunately Aspen wasn't on her best behavior for them, but they made it through and I didn't call so thankfully I wasn't worried. I think there was a lot of activity and location changes that Aspen was bound to have a little meltdown. This was her only one the whole time--otherwise she did great.
The Bride and Groom (Jill and Steve)
Cousins--Amanda, Jill, and Me
On Saturday my Uncle John and Aunt Dora had people over to their house for a post-wedding BBQ. I'm so glad they had this so that people could meet Aspen. She hung out in the backyard under the huge tent enjoying watermelon and a grilled cheese. I'm so glad everyone got to meet her and hopefully next time we can all spend more time together.
Aspen and her Great-Grammy
4 of July in Maine
We headed out late afternoon from the BBQ to go to Maine for the 4th. My Aunt Mary has a cabin on a lake that I literally grew up on. My brother and I spent every summer from birth at Mirror Lake. Then about 11 years ago my aunt bought a cabin on the lake, so now I get to share this place with my husband and my daughter.
Godfather and Goddaughter (someone just woke up)
We took Aspen out for a swim and after getting her an age appropriate float, she loved it! She was kicking her legs and splashing the water. The only reason we got out was the sun and the fact that she was trying to swallow half the lake. I'm so glad she wasn't afraid and is such a brave girl.
We also enjoyed some lobsters thanks to Aunt Mary. Of course Aspen had to try some--I'm not sure if it was the lobster or the butter, but she enjoyed it!
The guys had an awesome time fishing, of course turning it into a competition. I think Matt won in the end--I'm sure there might be a rematch next time the opportunity comes up.
Aspen also made a new best friend--her soon to be Auntie Corry. Thanks for all your help with her, she really enjoys your songs!
11 months old
On Monday Aspen turned 11 months old. One more month and she will 1! Last time this year I was dying of heat and ready to get "this baby out!". She has been so much fun and is quite the handful. Mostly because she has no fear, which makes me nervous from time to time. Not walking yet, but I know she could if she wanted to--she cruises everywhere. No more teeth so far, just the two still. She is still petite, but it works out because her clothes are lasting longer. She continues to "talk" all the time and her favorite word is definitely "Dada". Although anyone could be dada at this point. She is such a goofball sometimes and even after stressful days can always put a smile on my face.
3 comments:
Looks like y'all had a good time. Is that a beer bottle Aspen has? Starting her off young, eh? :)
I'm glad you had a good time. Aspen's hair is really getting light. It was probably good being the water after the heat wave the East Coast had.
You know, I was wondering the same thing Sarah was. Aspen looks really cute in that outfit she wore to the bbq.
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