SUNDAY AFTERNOONS

Lily and Rick spend Sunday afternoons together while I run errands.

After Lily's bath, they like to watch football.

Lily is becoming a Viking fan.

Lily is learning about the game, and one day will be in the stands.

THANKSGIVING AT STEVE AND LISA'S

Lindsey, Lauren, Max, and Ollie hanging out in the kitchen.

Great Aunt Linda was one of Lily's holders on this day.

Lily and Great Aunt Jeanne like to spend time together.

Lily's cousin Max realized there wasn't a placeholder for Lily (she spent dinner in her carseat), so he made a special one for her.

Our family of 3 (without the animals). We didn't plan to wear the same color, but we did.

LILY'S ROOM

Lily's room continues to evolve with her. She likes to spend time here. Fortunately it is the warmest room in the house, that will be helpful as winter arrives.

Rick painted this wall for her, and Lily likes it.

Lily is wearing her BWBR (Rick's firm) logo onsie.



Rick has noticed she particularly likes looking at the 'baby face' on her mobile.

GRANDPA AND GRANDMA VISIT

Three generations of Stuermans. They look a lot alike!



Lily connected with her Grandpa.



Lily was especially collicy when the Grandparents visited and Wanda (bless her heart) spent a lot of timing comforting Lily.

Pure love

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF LILY

Lily and I spend time activating her growing senses.

The swing has been a favorite for Lily and her parents.



Great Aunt Jeanne makes her smile.

Aunt Jeanne knows how to soothe Lily and her collicy tummy.

LILY and JEFFERY

These two love to nap next to one another.



Jeff is so intrigued with Lily he likes to watch her bathe.

Lily drying off, Jeff still fascinated with her every move.

SETTLING IN

There is an intensity to Lily that has her assessing the world before she breaks into smiles or tears.
Our family (sans animals).

AUNT HEIDI VISITS

Heidi heard our cry for help, and came to visit. She made yummy meals, ran errands, helped Lily enjoy life and sleep. We had a great time when she was here.

Lily cried when Aunt Heidi said good-bye. They had a great time together.

FALL AT LAKE HARRIET

The leaves are turning, last days of sailing on the windy lake.
The water is a little chilly, Marcel doesn't want to swim.
The lake was bigger than I had remembered.
Rick isn't a fan of having his photograph taken. Marcel loves to be photographed.

GRANDMA & GRANDPA EILER VISIT

Grandma and Grandpa had the magic touch at comforting Lily.
Grandma and Lily a good team.

DOULA RITA

We were informed and supported much during the pregnancy by our Doula Rita. She stopped by for a final visit to formally meet Lily.

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Bliss for everyone, Lily sleeping peacefully at home.

It appears as if she sleeps all the time, but really she spends a lot of time awake and expressing herself.



First visit to the peditrician, Lily liked the aquariam.
The doctor noted she had gained weight and is back on track as a normal baby.
HERO: Dr. McKeand who brought Lily into the world, and took care of Alison.
First bath. Lily is a Noodle and Boo baby (sweet smelling)
First stroller ride, started out much like the first car ride, but we all got used to it after awhile.