My Little Pony

Hi Family and Friends - almost another week has passed by and I'm just now getting to another post. By the time Austin and I get Camden down for bed, do the chores around the house, and spend a few minutes of time chatting about our day I'm totally exhausted. But, I wanted to share a few highlights of the last week and weekend.

Last Thursday we went to the fair for the not-so-healthy food. Austin and I enjoyed having lots of yummy treats while Camden enjoyed being outside and watching the animals. While we were watching Pappy's sheep in the sheep show, Austin and Camden spotted a Pony and her baby. Camden was very much interested. He even got to ride a Pony just his size.
Friday we traveled to Greenwood to visit Jon and Ashley Pankey. This was Camden's first time meeting "Uncle Jon". CONGRATULATIONS to Jon and Ashley as they are expecting a little one on Christmas Day. We can't wait to find out if Camden will ave a new buddy or a little gal. While we were in Greenwood, I was able to find some bargains at Gymboree - we are getting started on Camden's 2009 wardrobe. Here we are all smiles after our short shopping spree at Gymboree.Saturday I spent most of the day doing laundry, cleaning house, and baking cookies. While Austin and Camden were taking a nap, I was able to make a quick trip to visit Mandi at DCH. When I peeked into Mandi's room, her bright smile glistened. She looked absolutely wonderful. It was great to see her and talk to her firsthand to know that she was doing well. Baby Gabe is still at Riley and Mandi reported that hopefully in the next few days he will taken of the ventilator. Baby Knepp is doing well and is growing :-) Saturday evening we went to Nana and Pappy's for Amish pizza and carrots (Camden had some carrots). Nana fed Camden his carrots and we've discovered that Nana isn't quick enough with the spoon just yet!

Sunday we went to church. Then we went to Aunt Deb's to swim, but it was too cold. Instead, Camden and I watched Austin play with Cousin Craig. Sunday evening we began packing for our trip to Nashville.
Wednesday morning we will be heading to Nashville for a short little vacation. We are traveling with the Shake's and we are very much looking forward to a relaxing time at the pool, downtown Nashville, and shopping at Opry Mills. We'll post pictures when we return.

Playgroup friends, unfortunately we will not be able to make it to our play date on Wednesday. We hope everyone has a great time, and we hope to see you the next time!

Green Beans and Toys

So much has happened since our last post, I thought I'd take a few minutes before heading to bed to provide an update on what has been going on with the Yake's over the last few days.

But, first, I'd like to update you all on Mandi and Gabe Knepp. Mandi is now at DCH and has begun rehab. The reports I've been given is that she is doing amazingly well. Baby Gabe is still at Riley recovering from a surgery to repair an obstruction in his airway. Hopefully soon Baby Gabe will get to come home to be with hid Daddy and make frequent visits to see his Mommy.

On Saturday evening, Camden got to watch his first parade. The parade started and then buckets of water poured out of the sky. Thankfully the rain let up and we were able to enjoy the remainder of the fair parade. We were not the least surprised that Camden loved watching the people, floats, tractors, and animals in the parade. Even Daddy enjoyed helping all the other little kids catch candy. Aunt Allie made sure Camden was happy while Mommy took pictures!I have been back to work for almost a month. Camden has done so well at adjusting to different eating methods - bottle during the day and nursing in the evenings. However, the last week or so I've been struggling to get enough milk while at work to supply Camden with enough food for the next day. While my hopes were to wait until Camden reached 5-6 months before starting solids, Austin and I decided that we would add some veggies with one bottle feeding he gets during the day while I'm away. We decided on green beans for the first food. It was a toss up between cereal and veggies. After reading the nutrition labels, we thought we'd give the veggies a try first. I was a bit worried on how Camden would do with a spoon and if he'd even be interested in eating. To my surprise, he sucked the green beans right off the spoon and begged for more. Daddy could hardly get the spoon back to the bowl to fill it up again and get the spoon back to Camden's mouth soon enough. What can I say - he must get his appetite from Mommy.
I think I've shared this before, but I want to show how certain we are that we do have a thumb sucker on our hands. Camden does take a pacifier when he is sleepy, but when he is happy - he tends to knawl on his thumb. For now, it is so cute. I guess we'll see how cute it is in a few years, huh?Today is Wednesday a.k.a "Wednesdays with Mommy". I am fortunate enough to be home with Camden most Wednesdays. Today we slept in a bit and caught up on our housework (well mostly laundry). These days there is always housework as we don't get everything cleaned or done all at once. Camden helped Mommy fold clothes and strip the bed today.


The last week or so, Camden has enjoyed being on his belly. All the books say that by the time he is 4 months old (which is just around the corner) he should be turning over belly to back. Well, I think he may turn from back to belly first. See his attempts this morning in Mommy and Daddy's bed. He got a little help from Mommy getting to his belly. Hopefully this milestone occurs when both Mommy and Daddy are home.

Another milestone that has occurred this week is that Camden has discovered toys. Before this week, Camden had not showed much interest in any toy except his mobile in his crib (which he loves). But he has learned to hold a toy and bring it to his mouth. Daddy has spent lots of time playing with him this week while Mommy has been at work. Nanna also enjoyed playing toys with him this week too!
Lastly, we want to say "Thank You Nanna" for watching Camden this week while Daddy worked on the church restroom. We are grateful to have you nearby to play with Camden when Mommy is working and Daddy has things he needs to do. We love you!

Happy Birthday

Happy 1st Birthday Landon!

Tomorrow is our nephew's first birthday party. We are regretful that we are not able to travel to Fort Wayne for the special day, but we are definitely wishing you a very Happy Day! Hugs and Kisses from Uncle Austin, Aunt Beth, and Cousin Camden.