This summer has been quite eventful for us, leaving Minneapolis at the end of May to spend all of June at the Summer Beach Project. At the time, we had a toothless, barely mobile, stoic child, who would only crack a smile for a handful of people.
She really blossomed at Beach Project. She did amazingly with so many students and staff holding her. Erin Martin is the best at making her laugh.
There were a lot of “firsts” this summer.
First time in the baby pool.
Maddux got her first tooth, and we found that gumming her Daddy’s favorite summer time treat, Freezie pops, was a great way to soothe the pain.
Maddux is crawling and pulling up on everything she can get to. She loves walking while we hold her hands. She had her first trip to the beach, and experienced her first taste of sand.
We left beach project at the end of June and are traveling to see family and friends until we return on July 23 to close up the project. Maddux is just over 8 months old, and has been an increasing delight as she gets older. We thank the Lord for this privilege of parenthood. We are learning a lot.
6 responses so far ↓
Chris Griffith // July 7, 2009 at 2:01 am |
Wow – she is getting so big. She is precious and I know that you are enjoying every minute with her. Hopefully we can meet her and see you all before she goes to school….:)
Lana // July 9, 2009 at 12:39 am |
So good to see you all at MB! Maddux is growing up so fast. She is adorable and parenthood seems to be suiting you both very well!
Lana
Heather // July 9, 2009 at 1:12 am |
She looks like you more and more Samm! Love her sweet smile!!! Glad you are doing well!! Love you!
Emily // August 5, 2009 at 9:20 pm |
I was just thinking how much she looks like her Daddy! Glad to see your summer went well!
Shikha Beck // August 12, 2009 at 7:40 pm |
Hey Paul,
She looks like you….
Chris Griffith // August 26, 2009 at 3:43 pm |
Hey Samm, When are you going to update this blog with recent pictures? I keep checking. Hope you all are doing well.