hi everybody! it's time for az's first nature walk ever

baba is so excited, but az is not so sure

let's check out some of the spring ephemerals

uh, this whole nature thing might be an acquired taste. 

after scouring the country for safe, BPA-free teething toys,
az takes a cue from big brother salty: socks!

good when you're on the go!

but, careful! don't get too close!

there's a tooth in that thar pink, gummy hole!
duuuun-nun, dun dun dun dun dun dun.
duuun-nun, dun dun dun dun dun.....
(think jaws).

hmmm... now that Spring is here, what shall we do first?


learning how to share with the resident four-legged


grandma has me right where she wants me



this cup thing is pretty fun ... if only the cap was on right

Guessing Game Part 2

Hey, so you guys got any guesses?

Did you get a good look?

Okay, get a little closer if you need to.

Closer yet...

Hey, come on guys! Guess already!! Please!!!

Guessing Game Part 1

Az has a new favorite.

Can you guess what it is?

Here, try some.

It's fun to smush!

It's even better to smear!

Az is waiting to see what the New Year will bring little girls/bumble bees.
Happy Noruz Everyone! (Persian New Year)

Standing tall for her 9 month birthday.

az has always loved to eat ...

but only after many months of trying has she actually acquired a taste, turned adoration, for solid food...

all she really wants is another helping, papa ... please?

pretty please!