Rolling Over

We have been working on rolling over at the Lupov house. If you can't tell I like to surround Avery with her toys just out of reach so she has to roll over and get them. Most of the time it works, sometimes she just looks at me like I am crazy and starts crying. 

Here is a fun video of swim lessons for your enjoyment. 

Avery loves to play with my hair. I got her giggling pretty good the other day playing with my hair. It takes a lot of get this girl laughing, I was glad I caught it on video. 

Swim Lessons!

Avery and I headed to the YMCA this morning for her first swim lesson. We were a little nervous she wouldn't fit in the bathing suit I bought for her a few weeks ago but we were able to stretch it on her no problem. Turns out I was misinformed on the start date of swim class - it doesn't start until next week. But there were about 5 other kids/parents there that also thought it started today. So Avery and I just played in the pool for about 45 minutes. She was a bit reluctant at the start because the water was a little chilly but once she got use to it she loved it. The YMCA has a kids play area with water falls and then she just swam around with me. She was ready for her morning nap by the time we made it home. I am already excited for next week. She wanted me to show you her cute bathing suit. 

Back to the Routine!

We have been spending a lot of time at home the past few weeks. Between the Holidays and the crazy weather my office was closed for a day and Ivan's classes were cancelled for two days. We have had a wonderful break and are sad to see it come to a close. It has been such a blessing to spend so much time at home with our girl. She is changing so quickly. Here are some updates on the life of Avery. 

1. She is very close to rolling over, she gets stuck about half way
2. She is a picky eater - so far she is enjoying pears, prunes, and bananas. We have been trying a lot of other foods but she doesn't have much interest. 
3. She loves to sit up and play with her toys - she can sit on the floor for 20-30 minutes with her toys. She likes to sit up and see the world around her. 
4. She has two teeth and we think maybe another on the way. 
5. She has discovered the world off constipation - not fun! 

Update on Mackenzie and Ivan:

1. Ivan continues to have difficulty with his back. He had an MRI which showed a herniated disc. He is trying to take it easy and starts physical therapy this week. 
2. This is a big semester at school for Ivan, he has a big test in June that he is already preparing for. 
3. I am back into running after about 8 years off it feels great. Ivan signed me up for a 5K in April and I am very excited. 
4. Work is good! I have changed my day off to Wednesday which I like much better.

Floor time with Toys

Trying to taste Daddy's beer

A visit from Dallas - Avery wasn't so sure! 

Avery seems to take to Dayna better

Floor time with Daddy

Ok - this is just cute! 

Discovering Static Electricity 

Crazy Hair

Christmas 2013

The Lupov family has been busy with the Christmas season. A few weeks ago we had a family getaway to French Lick Indiana. We rented a cabin for 3 nights and pretty much spent all our time playing with Avery. It was great to have several days with no work and lots of baby play time. 

Last weekend we spent Saturday with family celebrating Christmas. Avery was worn out with the opening of presents and playing with her cousins. Turns out Avery and her cousin Eve had matching pajamas - this was not planned.  Christmas Eve we made a full dinner for my parents - 4th year in a row! 

Christmas day has been a day for the Lupovs. We woke up late (thank you Avery) and opened presents at home with homemade cinnamon rolls. Spent the day playing with Christmas presents and napping - all three of us. 

Overall, a great first christmas for Avery. Ivan and I both agree that having a daughter has changed the spirit of Christmas for us. The best gift of 2013 is our little Angel Girl. 

Snow Day

Avery had her first snow day home with Dad. This past week between Thursday night and Friday day we had close to 9 inches of snow fall in Bloomington. I was able to make it to work but only 4 patients showed up. Avery and Ivan stayed home and had a snow day together. Ivan took her outside to enjoy the snow for the first time. 

We have moved up in the world of car seats. The infant seat was a little small for Avery, so now she has moved up. She is still rear facing but she seems more comfortable. 

Avery's First Holiday Season

Avery has experienced her first Thanksgiving! I think she was a big fan. She loved spending time with family and joined us at the table for her first Thanksgiving feast of rice cereal and carrot puree. Ivan and I just laughed because she fell asleep on the way home from grandma and grandpa's house (5 min drive) and slept close to 13 hours that night. She was worn out by all the festivities. 

Moving into the Christmas season we have already been downtown for the lighting of the Christmas lights and a few cute family pictures. She is not going to truly understand Christmas this year but Ivan and I are going to enjoy watching her experience Christmas for the first time. If you are interested in getting her a present she is very into paper and bags - she would also enjoy ribbons and bows.  Really anything that she can put in her mouth is an A+ for Avery. 

Avery and her cousins

Getting in the Christmas spirit

The best present ever

The Lupov Family

Daddy had a few days off with Avery

Entering the World of Food

Life has been eventful at the Lupov house as Avery is entering into the world of food. So far she has only experienced rice cereal with milk but she seems to enjoy eating. She has been very interested in watching us eat and trying to get our food so we thought it was time to start. I am not sure how much cereal actually stays in her mouth vs. ending up on the bib, but she is already getting the hang of it. 

This is a video of Avery playing in the bouncer at daycare! I thought it was pretty funny!  

Some one has discovered her toes and now all she wants to do is grab them. 

Per request of Katherine here is a picture with me in it, doesn't happen that often these days, Avery steals the show!