Christine surprised Dada with a picnic packed and tickets to Ravinia on Sunday when he returned from a overnight business trip to Philly. Ava had a great time at Ravinia for her 1st time and we all enjoyed perfect weather while listing to a orchestra playing Tchaikovsky. It was a really nice evening with yummy wine and cheese and picnic food.
Lamb’s Farm and Bristol Renaissance Faire
Ava loves animals! Dogs, cows, horses, chickens and all other furry, feathered creatures. We went to Lamb’s Farm with auntie Amy and all had fun. Ava’s love for animals has come from both sides of her family. Ava and the adults enjoyed spending the day feeding and petting the stars of the farm. The day wasn’t over…
We then stepped back in time to the Bristol Renaissance Faire. Costumes, food, goods and more filled the Faire. Ava gobbled up corn on the cob and became a jester for a minute!
Ava’s Doljanchi
The day has come and gone. Ava’s first birthday party. Family and friends came to Mia Francesca’s on Bryn Mawr to celebrate with our little girl. Ava was overwhelmed at her party, as me and Dave predicted. All eyes on her, loud cheering and unable to crawl around is a recipe for a grumpy baby. Overall, Ava tried her best and that’s always good enough for us.
What did Ava choose for her future?
A tennis ball!! Look out athletic world for Ava M. Jacobs!
Our angel is one. Dave and I love her even more than yesterday!
Where’s Your Head Ava?
All the books that I have read about babies list all of the same milestones; rolling over, babbling, crawling, etc. Those developments are exciting, but I am finding out that what is not listed makes my heart pitter patter. For instances, when Ava kisses me and Dave, the excitement she has when she sees Hoober, looking at her face when she pushes the iRobot, the big smile when she sees bubbles, her body language at the water table, and the newest one is Ava showing us she understands that I am asking her to show me her head! Love this little angel!
Dada Using the Sling
It’s summertime right now and we go on many walks a day with Ava and Hoober. Both are equally excited to explore our neighborhood. Dave took Ava and Hoober this morning. He usually carries Ava and comes home with one tired arm. Our baby is getting so heavy! Today, he used the sling which meant both Dave and Ava had a nice, relaxing walk. Ava loves the sling!
Ava Has a Tooth
It has happened! Ava has two teeth cutting through her gums. They are her two lower center teeth. I tried to take a picture today, but she wouldn’t let me. Our puddin face is growing up so fast!
Ava is 11 1/2 Months and Cudder!
Ava is almost a year old and momma is busy getting ready for her Doljabi. Ava is growing up so fast and getting cudder and cudder every single day. She loves taking a dozen walks outside with momma and looks and reaches for everything.
Which Instrument?
Dave and I give Ava every musical opportunity we can find. We always talk about the possibility of musical talent. In fact, we are using a violin as one of the objects at Ava’s doljabi. We shall see if she chooses it!
Ava’s first 4th of July
Today is Ava’s first 4th of July and we had a very nice morning. We went to Highland Park for the parade and fun at Sunset Park. Ava went to her 1st petting zoo and we had a little picnic with Tracy, Josh and the girls.
Ft. Polk, LA
Ava and I took a trip to visit my brother at Ft. Polk. We were sad to leave without dada, but wanted to see my brother before he is deployed to Afghanistan. He is going to help educate the Afghan pharmacists.
We had many proud family moments this trip!
Cudder Every day!
Everyday our sweet child get Cudder and Cudder.
Music Class at Gymboree Old Orchard
Ava has been attending music class at Gymboree for about four months. We sing songs, play instruments and interact with other kids. She has gone from sitting in her spot and playing with what’s in front of her to crawling and choosing an instrument. These are precious moments!
11 Months
Could we love Ava any more? 11 months old today and the love keeps growing.
She started making a clicking noise with her tongue this week. I mimicked the sound and she replied with the same sound! I love how she looks at me and Dave. She lights up, smiles and pays close attention. It melts me every time!
Too Much
Ava loves to explore her world. She want to touch everything and everybody! Dave and I love seeing her eyes and body gestures when we are out exploring! She is one curious lady. Love her to the sky!
Dave’s First Father’s Day
Dave is a dedicated, loving, silly and proud father to Ava. He smiles ear to ear every time he sees her. Ava’s response to her Dada’s smile? An equally big smile!
1st Father’s Day
Sunday was the 1st family Father’s Day and it was an awesome family day. Ava was not feeling well and it started out a little rough but it quickly improved. We started the day with some presents and brunch and ended the day enjoying dinner at Centro with Papa Hoob and Nana. Dada loves Ava beyond words and she continues to get Cudder each and every day.
Ava’s Crawling
10.5 months and our baby is on the move. Happy, little Ava has been practicing her moves on the floor for the past week. Like everyone says, crawling just happens and it did!
She’s our moving love!
Ava’s Best Friend
Ava and Hoober are becoming closer and more loving towards each other every day. We could take 1000’s of pictures and hours of video featuring the two of them. Ava holds Hoober’s paws, pats him and loves every second. Every time Hoober walks towards her, she lights up and gets so excited. I can’t imagine how strong the bond will grow over the next decade.
Kisses for Dada
Daddy’s little girl giving him sweet kisses. It is Monday night and Ava should be fast asleep but woke up after 35 minutes as if it was a nap. We all made the most of it with some late night family time.
Ava, Grandpa and the Blackhawks
Grandpa dropped by to see Ava tonight and she was in the middle of a late nap. Ava woke up at the start of game 7 of the Blackhawks and Redwings so we ordered a Pizza and we all enjoyed watching Ava’s 1st hockey game.
