Milestones

Earlier this week, Ashlei saw Mia roll over from her stomach to her back all by herself. I haven't seen it for myself yet, but it's a great sign that Mia is growing well and is plenty strong. That was, however, just the first milestone for Mia the week. As a follow up to her performance rolling over, Mia decided it was about time to have her first fever. Thankfully, it didn't get too bad (100.4) and resolved itself quickly after she had some tylenol. She was pretty fussy for a day or two, which we are blaming on the fever, and not on our parenting... which, of course, is perfect.

On top of all of that, she has also started consiously grabbing for things. Her aim is still a little off, so she doesn't always get her target... but she sure is trying. Based on the grabbing, it appears that she is right handed... just like her dad.

To end off the week Mia had her first trip out to a restaurant and joined us and Ashlei's parents for crabs as a final wrap up to Ashlei's birthday. She was amazingly calm for the entire meal, spending the first half hour completely engrossed by the various ceiling fans in the room, and not at all interested in the crabs (until her mom nearly flicked a claw into her hair).

Although not a new milestone, I continue to be amazed and lifted by the emergence of Mia's personality. She has become very vocal, and very smiley... both of which are just awesome to watch.

There are a few more pictures on flickr, so be sure to check them out.