Storm Damage

We had some nasty storms in Minnesota again yesterday! Below are some pics from the carnage left in our yard. Thankfully it was nothing devastating and no one was hurt!

Front yard...

That is a pine tree laying on the garage...

And another in the backyard...

Fence...

It is only 10:00 and we have been visited by 4 tree cleanup services - we're going to need 'em. Does anyone need some firewood?

6 month Stats

Stella's 6 month check up was a couple of weeks ago and I thought I'd share her 'stats' for those who are interested...

Weight: 16 lbs; 55%

Length: 27 inches; 95% (!)

This always makes me laugh a little - I never would have thought that I (at 5' 4") would produce children who are taller than average. (Thank you, Matt!)

She also received several shots which, as usual, were not fun for any of us. And to my amazement there are FOUR more teeth showing up! I'll be sure to post a picture of that as soon as they are a little more visible. It's a bit sad to see the "baby" toothless smile starting to disappear and the "little girl" smile forming already. Could they grow up any faster?!

Elliot being Elliot

We were in Perham last week for my sister's wedding and Elliot got to have some quality time playing with his cousin Tate. In this picture, they found some ribbon - Tate made a very practical, and fashionable, belt... Elliot decided to channel his inner rock star.

This is what grandma and grandpa's house looked like after our previous visit. I think a real tornado might have done less damage.

Below is evidence that it is officially summer: an impromptu pool party (hence the undies).

And finally, Ironman. Because our world revolves around him.

Stella Babbling

Stella has discovered her voice and lately she's been using it to babble and sing. I managed to capture a little bit of it on video...

I'm sure there's a very clear "Mama" in there :)