Avery is now walking

Our baby girl is just over eight months. She began to crawl a little over two weeks ago, and last tuesday she began to walk. She pulled herself up on her activity table down at Aunt Linda's condo in Orange Beach and let go. She then took about 3 steps. The record now stands at twelve steps. Avery is our little girl, and we love her beyond measure.

Avery and Papa Cook

This is a pic that makes me smile each time that I see it. Everyday I see traits of Lauren and I and traits in Avery that are completely unique and 100% Avery. Then there are times that she takes her bubble mountain bath and gives herself a bubble goatee. It is in those times that I find myself looking into the smiling face of little Papa Cook. It cannot be denied.

Secondly I realize that many of our pics surround baby bath time. I think that all those parents out there understand however. After a long day at work, baby bath time is a time where the family gets to splash around and just have fun. We cherish these times. Until the next time I attempt to fill the bath with more bubbles than I really should, and Lauren gets bubbles placed on her head, good night and remember to always cherish each and every moment.

Long Time No See

Yes, this is the same little girl that came into our lives six months ago. She has grown so much, and I cannot believe how time flashes away. I am sorry that we haven't had a chance to post and update the site. Life happens and we find ourselves working, spending time with our daughter, hanging out with our church family, sleeping, and going back to work.
As for the pic, this is bath time the other night. Can't you just see Gary Cook smiling back at you on that pink towel? If not, I may paste a paper goatee on the pic and repost. Good night!