Oh where oh where did January go?

Gung Hee Fat Choy! Happy Chinese New Year! We had a great family dinner on Friday to celebrate the year of the Ox.

I can't believe January is almost over. I had high blog hopes for the new year, but alas life gets in the way! And technology. One of the problems is that I've been taking more video of Desi than pictures and I still haven't figured out (well I actually haven't even tried yet) to download the videos to the computer and upload them to the blog.

Desi's been unbelievable active during month 7. She's mastered getting into a sitting position, she's mastered pulling herself up into a standing position, she's mastered the creep and has started crawling, she's talking (blabbing) like crazy and she's finally getting a tooth! All in one month! Babies are amazing! I actually have great video of most of these milestones, but again, technology is to blame (and of course our busy lives).

Another big change during January was that we got a new nanny for Desi. It started out rocky with one nanny just not showing up and disappearing off the face of the earth. We then found a great daycare, but I don't think I was ready for that. Thankfully, we found Mary and now Mary is living with us and helping us take care of Desi. So good, so far!

February is a new month. We are looking forward to the Chinese New Years Festival and more grand things from Desi. And I hope to capture all the great times on film (or a hard drive). : ) Best wishes to all!

Desi's First Christmas

Merry Christmas! Desi had a great first Christmas. At almost 7 months old she was able to enjoy opening presents just enough to make it fun. We had a wonderful day with family and friends.

Desi on Christmas Eve getting a feel for things...

Learning how to open things with her teeth!

Finally, the big day.

Kiana and Kayla were on hand to help Desi with her presents.

A family shot.

Cute Pictures

Here are some cute pictures of Desi from December.

Solids Are Yummy and Fun

Desi's enjoying her rice cereal. We've moved up to two feedings a day. Mommy and Daddy don't like what comes out the other end!

Yes, she's in her walker. I haven't decided which highchair I want yet. The walker actually works pretty well.

Therapy is Great

Desi's has been getting physical therapy for her torticollis. Anabel is great with her. Desi's head is doing much better. And it doesn't get much better than getting a massage at 6 months!

CCA Childrens' Christmas Party

I took Desi to the CCA Children's Christmas Party on December 7th to see Santa.



We invited Maria and Elizabeth to join us.



Desi's first meeting with Santa!

We hung out with Adam and Kai for a little bit too.

Santa gave them some nice presents!

Cousins Forever!

Desi and Airee... Cousins forever!

It's amazing how big Desi is and how small Airee is. They are 13 months apart.