48 weeks

I'm 48 weeks old!

The kids are not thrilled with the new safety gates

First hike of 2010!

Although we've had it for months, we never used the framed backpack carrier but everyone seems to like it

All the extra weight does not slow down Daddy!

Playing in the tupperware drawer. I've rearranged the kitchen to make it Riley-friendly.

She can pull up to standing to play with her music table.

Happy 2010! The new year has brought big changes to our family. I have resigned my position at UCSF to become a stay-at-home mom. I love being with Riley all day and I am so happy that I have this opportunity. Chad is thrilled with the benefits of having a stay-at-home wife, it truly is the best thing for our entire family.

We've had a good start to the new year. Unlike most of the country (sorry midwesterners, I know you are digging out of the snow) we've had nice weather and took full advantage by hiking around a nearby lake. Mommy and Daddy completed a lot of child-proofing over the holidays. Very mobile Riley thoughtfully demonstrates weaknesses in our child-proofing every day, so its a work in progress.

Riley's official first word is "Dada." She's been saying it for a few weeks now and its recently reached a peak. I use this to my advantage whenever possible. Me: "Riley, who do you want to change your diaper?" Riley: "Dada! Dada! Dada!" I can count on this answer almost all the time.