Day 2

We're now 2 days into Evan's 2 week trip to China. Let me tell ya... I am exhausted. Not only do I have "night, night" and "goodmorning" Chloe duty, I am also trying to cram for the next section of the CPA exam, which I'll be taking next Monday. The days are passing so quickly! Chloe has been sleeping, napping, and eating like a pro these days. We've been feeding her solids for a little over a week now. She started with rice cereal, then sweet potatoes, and now we're up to bananas. I have started making delicious, organic, homemade baby food for her using my handy new food processor. How do I know it's delicious you ask? I've tried it, of course! It's amazing how easy it is to make baby food.

What's new at 5 months?

• Chloe is now rolling like crazy. We put her on her blanket, walk away for two seconds, and next thing you know she's across the room.
• She's very much into her feet these days. Kiss her feet and watch her giggle.
• She can now reach her bottom with her hands, which makes for very interesting diaper changes.
• She's eating sweet potatoes and babanas (in her high-chair like a big girl). I think we'll try avacado tomorrow.
• She loves to stand, with assistance of course, but hasn't figured out the joy of sitting. Every time I try to get her to sit she pushing of the ground with her feet to a standing position. And if you don't help her stand, she'll definitely let you know how she feels about it.
• She has a new babysitter, Helen, who comes to the house a few afternoons a week so Mama can study. Today was her third day with Helen and she is definitely warming up to her. I think she is going to be a great babysitter, and hopefully Evan and I will get a date night soon!

That's all for now. I'll try to get some pics up soon.