Christmas Eve at Shane & Shauna's.  Dad couldn't resist dressing Brooklyn in a Santa outfit.

Christmas morning unwrapping presents.  This gift is a beautiful music box from Grandma & Grandpa Anderson.

 

I always thought I would be the parent who would wait until their child is close to 6 months old before starting solid foods.  However, Brooklyn has been intently watching Kevin & I eat for the past several weeks, so we decided to try some oatmeal cereal with her.  She really liked the spoon, was unsure what to do with the cereal in her mouth, but I think she will catch on quickly to the eating thing.  It was a messy affair, but I think she may have actually eaten some of the cereal that I put in her mouth:).

 

Dogs & baby sleeping on a cold & chilly Saturday morning, waiting for Santa in the next couple of days.

Brooklyn is ready to get going for the day....

I decided to make some goodies for friends and Brooklyn wasn't very happy watching from the sidelines.  She helped me out and ended up getting some cranberry sauce on her cheek & clothes.  We had so much fun. 

Our daycare provider, Dana had a Christmas party for the kids.  Santa came and handed out gifts.  Brooklyn wasn't all that interested yet, but she also wasn't scared of Santa, unlike some of the other kiddos.  We are looking forward to our first Christmas with her.  We feel so blessed to have her in our lives.  Merry Christmas to all our family & friends.  We love you. 

Angelic while sleeping

Tahoe being a good big brother and letting Brooklyn lie on him. 

We have been encouraging tummy time.  She especially loves it on dad when she can drool on him too!

Brooklyn & I watching the curling tournament.  Kevin & Ben organized it, with the Disco & 70's theme.  Don't you love the tie dye?

 

 

Prize at the Rookie Spiel Curling tournament over Thanksgiving weekend.  No Brooklyn didn't win & get to bring it home, but she sure loved laying on it.

This video is early proof that she is an Anderson.  The snoring proves it!

Many of our wonderful adventures in California. She LOVES the water and the beach!

Quality time with Natalie's girls, Claudia & Cecilia in CA.  They were so good with her and loved reading to her.

Back at home bundled up for a trip outside.  Brooklyn loves her balaklava.  I think she looks like a little burka baby. 

 Chilling after a nice feeding from dad.

Two month old sessions in expressions.

Brooklyn wanted to see what her hair looked like without any attention.  Lookin good. 

                                 The first time Brooklyn heard grandpa's music box - pure joy. 

Last weekend, Brooklyn & I took our first big road trip to Ancorage to join the Lathrop team for a cross country meet. The weather was beautiful and Brooklyn did great on the trip. Here are a few pictures of her hanging out at the meet and relaxing in the sun.

Gin & Brooklyn supporting their Lathrop team!

Brooklyn snoozing in aunt viv's beautiful sweater, at 6 weeks old.

One of Brooklyn's new 'happy places'. 

Nana enjoying the afternoon with little Brooklyn.

A quick update for Brooklyn's many followers.  Life couldn't be better.  Brooklyn is starting to adapt to a life full of adventures and was able to run her first 5k last weekend.  :)  She sleeps 3-4 hours at a time, through the night, and wakes up in the morning curious and happy about what the day might bring.  We promise to post photos very soon. 

It's good to have some friends around for a day in the sun.