Our little brusher

For a few months now, Reed has had his two bottom teeth and with teeth comes the necessity for brushing them. On the days I work, it is pretty hectic in the mornings getting Reed and myself ready. One morning as I was brushing my teeth and balancing a squirming Reed on my hip, I realized that I need to keep him occupied better. What better way than let him do what I'm doing? We created a pretty good routine and every morning as soon as I go for the medicine cabinet, Reed gets really excited. I think he is happy that he is encouraged to put something in his mouth (like he needs the encouragement) when more often things are taken away so he can't put them in his mouth. I hope we are establishing a good habit. And for now at least, he really enjoys it.

Bob and Reed get to brush their teeth together on the weekends.

A Beautiful Wedding

This weekend, a dear friend of mine got married in Indianapolis. Sunny and I became friends in kindergarten and remained friends into high school and college. We were roommates for 4 years as we got our Bachelors and Masters degrees in architecture. It was such an honor to stand up with her as she married the man of her dreams. She is a perfectionist and it showed. Everything was beautiful.Here are four of her five bridesmaids (her sister Lacey isn't pictured)

P-pa and Granny took care of Reed most of the weekend. He had a great time, even though he is starting to look a little tired here. They fed him lots of different foods that he won't be getting again at home anytime soon and he loved it (namely, the cake). Friday and Saturday night he stayed up way past his bedtime but was a very good boy.

My thanks goes out to Sunny & Philip, her family, bridesmaids Jessica & Krista (partners in getting lost), Reed, and Mom & Dad for making it a super fun weekend!

A visit from Soo and Rich

Hey Soo and Rich, Reed wanted us to let you both know how much he enjoyed you guys visiting and playing with him over the holidays...he especially enjoyed the feeding. He also wanted us to let you know he can't wait to visit you guys in the Big Apple! Hope to see you soon!

Recovering from December

I would say that we aren't much for making resolutions, but after how busy and hectic it has been, our informal New Years resolution is to relax a bit and get everyone(mostly Reed) back on schedule. Here are some cute photos of my tired boys working on the relaxation.

During nap:
After nap: (some major bedhead!)

Can't even make it through lunch without falling asleep:

A meeting of the Reeds

This year Bob, Reed, and I were unable to attend the extended Reed Family Christmas at the Reed Farm, so there were many relatives that did not get to meet our little Reed yet. However with the passing of Grandma Reed, we were all together...aunts, uncles, and cousins of all degrees. After the funeral services, we gathered at the farm like we always seem to do for Reed family functions. The house was buzzing with Reeds, but our little Reed was most interested in another little guy named Reed. My cousins Beth and Ken have a son also named Reed who is getting ready to turn 2. The older great-granddaughters have already dubbed them Reed 1 and Reed 2, but typically in the Reed family you don't get off that easy with your nickname. I guess only time with tell.

A New Year

Reed spent his first New Year's Eve with his Grandma and Grandpa Mihelich. He stayed up late...all the way until 9pm. Luckily, he slept well for Grandma and Grandpa and a good time was had by all. His first ever sleep-over was a success. Thank you Mom and Dad!

A life well lived

This holiday season has not been an easy one for us. Less than 3 weeks ago we lost Bob's grandfather. This morning Grandma Reed passed away. She was a remarkable woman, still living at home at 99 years old. She was a tough lady with a big heart and she will be greatly missed by her family and friends. We feel very fortunate that we were able to visit her over the Christmas weekend. Instead of dwelling on our loss, we are trying focus on our fond memories that we were afforded with a grandparent that lived so many years.