Some new firsts

So Miles has been doing or getting new things at a remarkable rate. On April 21 his first two teeth popped through on the bottom middle. Try as I might I was unsuccessful in capturing the teeth on film until today. Miles also learned to sit himself up from the prone position this past Sunday (May 6). I discovered his new found talent when I heard an intense scream coming from his crib shortly after I'd put him down for his after-church nap. When I went into his room he was sitting up in his crib and obviously hadn't figured out that there was a safe way down. This leads us to our big event of the week. Today Miles took his first three crawling steps (not sure what you're really supposed to call those) and he went to the zoo with Bennett - we forgot to get a picture. Anyway, its been a fun week. Miles has also finally figured out the Jolly Jumper and loves it. I actually have some silent video, but still need to figure out u-tube.

Usevitch Hospitality and Arizona Weddings

Arizona was an adventure. Mom, Dad, Miles and I had a series of interesting events including lost wallets, purses, glasses and loosing each other in the malls. Mom & Dad were also fortunate enough to enjoy Miles screaming every time he travelled in the car on Thursday and Friday. Despite the craziness, we had an enjoyable time and the wedding was lovely. We stayed at Jim and Cindy Usevitch's and had a fantastic time. They have six kids between the ages of six and sixteen and they are all really great kids. They also loved Miles and kept him very entertained. Cindy is wonder mom and I'm not even kidding. I would love to be a fly on the wall for a month just to pick up organizing and parenting tips. It was great to see Jim again and I'm sorry that we didn't think to take a picture with the whole family on Monday night. Dad taught Jim's kids the Hukka (sp?) - since Jim also served a New Zealand mission.

Gabby (6) and Miles. I'm not sure what it is, but Miles has a thing for five and six year old girls. True to form, Gabby just had to walk past Miles to elicit laughter. She and all of her brothers and sisters had a great time feeding Miles plastic hotdogs, sardines, hamburgers, etc.

Miles with Gabby (6), Danna (10) and Seth (8). Cindy was such a fantastic hostess. They took really great care of us and made us feel completely welcome.

Dad, Cindy, Miles and Mom as we're getting ready to leave for the airport. How do you like Dad's new hat? I think its pretty cool and it sure made it easy to find him in the airport. Miles and Kate spent some quality time together. She's crying not because of Miles, but because she was hungry and didn't want to be put down, but Miles seemed puzzled by the crying. Kate and Miles in happier times. Miles was quite interested in grabbing at Kate's soother, dress, etc. She's so adorable. Miles and Reese. She's so cute and sooo little. Miles and Easton hung out a bit. I have several pictures with Miles grabbing Easton shirt, his toy, his shirt some more, his baby finger . . . you get the picture. They both seemed very good natured about it though. Easton is handsome guy.

Dan pointed out that he was the oldest Low boy cousin and Miles is the youngest with just a mere 28 years separating them . . . or something like that.

Karen looked beautiful and Miles was especially interested in her purple flowers.

Miles and Madeline finally meet since they shared part of that crazy September weekend. Madeline is such a doll. Josh was good enough to wrangle Miles for a few minutes at the reception, but gave him back a while later. Apparently Miles' constant motion was even too much for Josh. He was also so tired I think he looks drunk- I mean Miles, not Josh. I sure appreciated everyone's help. Miles was a busy guy that night. Miles hanging out with a few of his cousins - Mike, Miles, Josh and Rachel.