More pictures of Kate

On Tuesday, July 5, I decided to take Kate to the zoo, since she always loves that. We had the best time; there is an entire family (mom, dad, baby) of lions, and we got to see them romping and playing with each other, instead of just laying there like they normally do. Kate kept patting her chest and saying, "kitty, kitty, kitty" like she does when she wants Maxine to come to her. I don't think these are the type of cats you want to come over to you!

We of course went on the carousel, since that is one of her favorite things to do. We also rode the train, but she didn't like that nearly as much, and I didn't think it was worth it, since it didn't go around the whole zoo like I expected, but rather just a small part of it.

We also went to the zoo on Friday with Meghan and Adelaide. My mom was here by then (she got in on Wednesday the 6th) and she had a hair appointment downtown, so I took her to that and then went with Kate to meet Meghan & Adelaide at the zoo. We had a great time; Adelaide and Kate are to that age now where they really interact with each other. We rode the carousel with them, too, and they were both so excited! Kate was kicking her legs like she does whenever she's excited, and Adelaide was clapping and laughing. It was so cute! Afterward, Kate & I went to the lunch at the Laurel with my mom. I was hoping Meghan and Adelaide could come, but Meghan thought it was too close to her naptime. But my mom and I really enjoyed our lunch there; that is one of my favorite places.


Her shirt says Mommy's Little Sparkler; boy, is she!


Playing in the part of the play area that's like a fossil


Happy to be on her zebra. I obviously ride with her; I just stepped back so I could take a picture of her.








Proudly showing off her UW sleeper. Go Badgers!


Learning to feed yourself is messy business! (And yes, I stay right there to ensure there's no issue with poking herself with a fork)


Forks aren't for combing hair, silly!



All ready to go to the Original Pancake House on Saturday, July 9 (we met my grandparents, Tracy and Kirsti there). We say she looks like she's ready to play tennis; I love this outfit!