Chandler Renee - three months & Owen Willis - one year

Today is a special day in our family, not only because Chandler is 3 months old, but because her cousin (our nephew) is one today!! We are so thankful that Owen entered this world one year ago today. We were in Vancouver at the time and patiently waiting his arrival announcement. One of the best things about being able to go to the states to have Chandler was meeting Owen. He wasn't too sure about Chandler in the beginning, but eventually warmed up to her. Happy Birthday, Owen!!

I am loving watching Chandler grow. This month has been a big one for her. We started using cloth diapers (check out BumGenius diapers!) and she loves to sit up in her bumbo. At 2.5 months, we got on a plane and moved back to Africa with her in tow. You wouldn't believe how much baggage a baby adds (ok, maybe you understand). Within 2 nights of landing, she had adjusted to the new time zone. She slept through the night here before we did. Chandler is really great with people. She doesn't mind being passed around and will give just about anyone a smile. She gets lots of attention here. I'm afraid of what will happen when she's back in the states and doesn't get that much attention. :)

This month she continues to roll over from front to back. She's started reaching for her toys on her bouncy & play mat. She's also started gnawing on her hands... which I read is NOT a sign of teething, but appropriate development for her age. Just yesterday while on her back on her play mat she rolled up on her right side. She's definitely strong! She's also started a real laugh that doesn't sound like a cough, but you may have to work for it.

Excited to get on an airplane!

First day in Africa