Little Pope

I was going to come here to blog about a hundred different things but just thought this was way better. I love this kid!

Little Pope

Lesson In Confidence

When Jacob is in charge of dressing Gianna I never know what she might come out looking like. Sometimes he picks really cute things. Other times are a bit...well....sillier. For example:

Last weekend he found this outfit and she taught me a lesson in confidence. She didn't care what she looked like. She was still just her normal self. I was thinking about how often we worry about what we look like and feel insecure if we are having a "bad hair day". Who cares! Be yourself Gianna says.

We are going to give a pink bow for halloween and she will be adorable! I think Aunt Amber gave this to her! It's perfect! Thanks!

Francis John Heimann

A new nephew was born into this world last night!  Francis John Heimann. Kyle and Kate's second baby. I had trouble getting to sleep last night, just thinking about this cute new babe. And I get to hold him this weekend!!! Kyle is suggesting Paco as a nickname. I like it although not sure how you get Paco from Francis. Kate likes Frank. And I am still proposing Fritz. (We had a great Uncle Francis who went by Fritz - I think he played the harmonica). But the parents would have to approve first.

Love you kiddo! Can't wait to see you in person!

Oct. 10, 2001

6 lbs. 14 oz

21 inches

We are so proud of you Kate!

Silver and Gold

This might be my first post without pictures. Gianna is not her normal photogenic self lately. She is wide awake ALL day and somewhat on the cranky side. Her new teeth are popping through and I think it is taking a toll on her.

I love google sometimes. Two nights ago I googled "recipe chicken broccoli" and I found a great stir fry recipe! I was pretty pleased with myself. Yummy!

Make New Friends but Keep the Old..

Last night Jacob and I were invited (by our parish) to a dinner for the Alternatives Pregnancy Centers. They have 9 locations in the Denver area and one mobile office that moves to different areas and college campuses. We were so excited to learn about the good that this organization is doing to battle the evil of abortion. And we also got to meet some more people from our new parish! We have a renewed zeal to find out other ways we can help with this important cause.

And today we are just having a relaxing Saturday and tonight we are making pizza for our new friends Angela and Brian and their two boys. I am SO excited to start entering into this new community! I am ready for friends! Tomorrow we are going to a baptism for Jacob's boss' baby girl! Starting to feel a little more like home. Just wish I could move all my favorite people out here....siiigh.

Getting So Big

Gianna is now 7 months old and she is in charge. She is finally crawling on all fours instead of swimming on the floor. She has started to search out things to hold on to so she can stand up. It cracks me up because I am not expecting her to pop up on her piggies like that. And she is Miss Jabberjaws 2011.

And first a video: Saying Mom and Standing!

All Clean!

Skyping with Geema and Papa!

She looks so guilty

What a BIG girl!