Turn!

We were trying to get Elsa to talk when Inga came along and decided Elsa needed to turn.  She is very proud of the fact that she can do this as, you will see.  Elsa's reaction is typical for her interactions with Inga.  She just takes it like a champ!

Farewell, Aunt Kerry!

Today was our last day to spend time with Aunt Kerry.  Tomorrow she and Uncle Louie move from Iowa City to Austin so we're not sure when we'll see them next.  I was firmly instructed by Kerry to keep the blog updated.  I promise to do my best!  We will miss them so much while they are there.

Hard Work!

Elsa has been working so hard on keeping her head up when she's on her tummy.  Tonight she did a great job!

Elsa's Baptism

Elsa was baptized on August 24, 2008.  We were so glad that, once again, David Jiruska could be there to present our daughter to the congregation.

Blank Park Zoo

Jason took a few days off work and we took a day trip to Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines.  It was misty all day so there were very few other people there.  This made it a perfect day for us to be there...no crowds!  However, it also meant that many of the exhibits were closed.  Still, Inga loved seeing all the animals and Elsa enjoyed her ride in the stroller all day.

Inga watching the fish.

Jason and Inga crawled into the prairie dog exhibit to watch their little heads pop out of their burrows.

Looking at the lions up close.

Watching the zebras.

Elsa enjoying her ride.  

Shake it, Elsa!

Elsa is starting to figure out how to use her hands...well, that's probably an exaggeration. She really just holds onto everything she touches. It's a cute little video, though.

Sophie, George, and Emi

Cousins Sophie, George, and Emi came over for a playdate. Hunna stayed home to do nothing...as Sophie put it. Sophie tried so hard to get Inga to play with her but Inga just wouldn't give in. About an hour after their arrival, Inga finally let Sophie pick her up to go look at the puppies next door. Inga was so worn out after they left, she fell asleep eating lunch. She went to bed with pizza crust in hand. I tried three times to take it away but did not succeed. Whatever floats your boat little girl!

Inga wanted no part of this picture! Emi, Sophie, and George were happy that Elsa stuck around for the camera, though.