We had an awesome day today, hanging out as a family. It’s hard to believe that just a few weeks ago, we had to carefully plan trips out of the house to coincide with her naps (i.e., we tried to plan trips that she would sleep through). We live in a very different world these days!

We left for lunch, at lunch time. Giana snoozed a bit while we were eating. She had a quick bite at the table with us when she woke up, then she liked looking around Ansari’s Mediterranean Grill as much as we did. Back in the car, she entertained herself by playing with her hands and talking to herself. At the lighting store and West Elm, she was content looking around at the bright bulbs or cat napping in her stroller. We continued walking around Centennial Lakes to enjoy the 67 degree day. Once we got home, we all laid in bed for a rest!

Upon our return home from our successful trip, Rafael looked at me and said, “Wow, was it really that easy?” Yes, it was. Our girl is growing up every day. She is fun to hang out with all day. She is flexible with where she eats and naps. She entertains herself a little and is willing to let herself be entertained by other new surroundings.