Munchy Monk and the Mini Bunch

Oh Monkey my Monkey! It is pretty obvious that I caught her doing something naughty here. Go figure! She is in to just about everything these days. Why, just today she climbed into her carseat all by herself. Wow! It is no wonder I posted a picture of her sans hair later in this edition. Just those leaps and bounds.

As you can see above, Mini's smiles are developing nicely! Emma has deemed to call her "Smi-let" from now on. She is finally getting to be normal baby size too. Tomorrow is Monk's 20 month birthday and Mini's 6 month birthday is Tuesday.

Along with all the hair and tooth growth, Monk has really shot up, and out (of her diaper!) Haha! Just a little Momma humor. Here she was modelling just her underpants and sandals. I think we were also trying to master a jump, but still can't catch a lick of air!

Obviously someone asked Violet a hard question...

Nope... not quite sitting up yet. Smoke and mirrors- more propping and leaning really. It was just funny as all get out to watch her feel like a big girl. Look at the pure glee on her face. Just after I took the picture, Lilly tried to pick Violet up and carry her out of her seat. (Even though she barely needs a high chair any more, I think Monk is a little insecure about growing up so fast. Nooooo! Im not projecting...)

Here is the aforementioned Hardly-A-Hair Monk from when we first got to the house we are in now. I want to say it was late March. And you all have seen the long flowing curls she has now, haven't you. If there were an award for hair growth, she would have it nailed!

See here? Blonde curly hair accented by watermelon juice!

And some toe-jam!

And of course the obligatory eating messily Monk! Mmmmm she loves her grits! Especially at our favorite breakfast spot, Mallards. They make a mean grit there!

More food! Just a little video update for those who lack imagination. We have gotten to see a lot of long lost relatives in these few weeks! Went to see Howard, as you know. Rushed back to see Aunt P and Uncle Wes (it was awesome!). Caught up with Jay's Dad and Suzanne. Good stuff I tell you. Now we just need to see those Kearneys! So keep your eyes peeled for a Monkey near you!!!

Or she'll eat your braaaaaaaaains!!

Good Day, Monk Shine!

So we just spent two wonderful beach filled weeks with Howard and Bucket down in Jacksonville Fla! Boy it was fun!!!



We spent all our time in swimmy suits and at the beach. Jay was working as a guest spot at A Fu Kein Good Tattoo off of Normandy while we were relaxing. I guess it was a bit of a sacrifice to see us having all that fun, but he loves his jobbie so much, I don't think he could complain.




As you can see here, Mini had her own little beachy island set up. She wore her bathing suit more as a fashion statement than anything else... Although we are all sporting some little tan lines.





As usual Monkey was trying to make a great escape into the wide world beyond. Go figure!!

I mentioned earlier in this blog that Howard had just gotten engaged! (Yayyyyy!!) Here is her hunky husband to be! I have to say that they dealt very well with the full Evans 5 invading them. They are bigger folks than I.

It was just so beautiful there.

While we were there Mini was practicing a lot of her new skills. Rolling over, coordinated kicking, bottle holding. Really the whole 5 month old gamut!

Monk learned where her ears were, her belly button, and how to pirate stuff off the table. Hahah! She is so much like me.

You can tell from the picture below that somebody is dreaming of something totally awesome. I wonder what it is...?

This is a pretty cool shot of the whole family, with my new hair cut and 4 out of 5 paying any attention. Considering we tried this shot 6 times or so, I'd say the percentage ain't bad.

Lastly a few less than candid smiles...

P.S. Coming soon to a Monkey near you, Molars, and Aunt Peggy and Uncle Wes!