11 weeks (almost)

We have officially entered the "where does all the time go?" phase, which we'll likely never get out of. It's hard to believe Charlotte is double-digits old -- in weeks, that is. Certain things are starting to get more routine, like bedtime. But she still keeps us guessing most of the time. She loves to have cooing conversations and flashes a big smile when smiled at. Mom and Charlotte have been thankful for the warmer temps (balmy 30s!), which have allowed them to venture outside for long walks and trips to the neighborhood coffeehouse.

Check out the big slideshow (right sidebar) for more "effing" cute pics!

2-month stats and a visit from grandparents

Last week we took Charlotte to the doctor for her 2-month checkup.  She was very happy in the lobby, not knowing what awaited her in the exam room -- shots! We got her new stats: she now weights 12.5 lbs. (75-90th percentile), is 23 inches long (75%) and her head circumference is in the "97+" percentile. It takes a large head to hold that smart brain of hers. The doctor was pleased with her other developmental progress - holding up her head, grasping for objects that enter her field of vision. He encouraged us to make progress toward "independent sleeping." Up until now, she has spent most of her sleeping hours on our chests. She strongly protests sleeping on her back and is generally uncomfortable with sleeping alone. Who can blame her -- it wasn't that long ago that she lived in a warm, cozy, dark womb. But she will eventually have to sleep on her own, even if it's in the co-sleeper right next to our bed.

And here are some great pics from Grandma and Grandpa Washington's recent visit!