It was Alexander’s first overnight adventure to Uncle Jim’s cottage this weekend and he was so good, slept well, and absorbed into his little mind dozens of new sights, sounds, and smells. It was so refreshing to be up North in the fresh air and tall, tall trees. When he Continue Reading
SnapPak #2- Four Months Old!
Alexander turned four months last Wednesday. At his Dr. appointment he weighed in at 13lbs 7oz (25th percentile) and 26.25 inches long (90th percentile)! Bravo, Alexander- way to grow!
Lil’ Townie
It was a delightful week to introduce Alexander to a bit of the best of Ann Arbor. Wednesday morning we headed down to the Farmers’ Market, where riding along in the Snugli, Alexander could be a part of the hustle and bustle looking over the fresh produce, flowers, and crafts. Continue Reading
Big Fish, Mermaid & Guppy
Splish Splash- All good Julys come with some quality time in the pool! Last Monday in the 90+ degree weather, we took Alexander for his first swim! We headed over to Dolfin Pool in Nana’s neighborhood (where Serena spent thousands of happy childhood hours) as the sky was a bit Continue Reading
A Quiet Fourth
So far, summer has been off to a wonderful start with some busy weekends, and quiet days too. Our fourth was one of those pretty quiet days this year, as we figured that little Alexander wouldn’t be up for too many loud fireworks. We enjoyed having the three of us Continue Reading
Alexander’s New Aunt Renee
Sunshine, warm breezes, and garden fountains make the perfect setting for a delightful wedding and the newest addition to the Winkler family. It was also Alexander’s first wedding and he was all a-flutter and captivated by the sparkling lights, pink and orange ribbons, twinkling candles and all the gala. He Continue Reading
This First Father’s Day
For Alexander’s First Father’s Day Grandma, Grandpa and Nana came over for some classic baby oogling and manly hot dog/ hamburger grillin’ topped off with cards and fine appreciation for the new papa and grandpa. Grandpa and Alexander looked over his favourite book while David slaved away over the hot Continue Reading
Happy Birthday Nana!
Last Friday, we celebrated Nana’s birthday with the Johnsons and a great hamburger grill and picnic outside. Alexander and Nana have become grand buddies the past couple of weeks as they get to spend some quality time together while Mama works three days a week. They play and chat together Continue Reading
Love from Minnesota
This week we were graced with a delightful visit from some Minnesota Johnsons: Dave (Serena’s brother), Karen, and Lauren, Megan, and Cody. Alexander was just thrilled to meet his family and passed out smiles and giggles liberally to all. He was thoroughly spoiled by his Aunt Karen and cousin Lauren Continue Reading
Little Angel
How quickly time flies. Alexander celebrated twelve weeks of life on Sunday. It is hard to comprehend or even begin to explain the way our hearts just bubble over with love for this little creature- this tiny, perfect creation. There are no words to describe the joy he has brought Continue Reading