So Much To Say..

Inspired by her viewing of the Democratic National Convention, Catherine Hannah has been working on her public speaking recently. She wants to keep her options open regarding a future run for the White House or other public office. Here's a rough draft of one of her speeches, given right after her nightly bath to a captive audience. See if you are as inspired as we were......

The Results Are In.....

Catherine Hannah went in for her two month check-up on Monday. Her first set of vaccinations brought out a lot of tears.... in mom and dad! Our little daughter's never cried like that! Afterwards, though, Catherine went right to sleep. Mom and Dad needed a frozen yogurt to help calm themselves down! Here's her current stats: Height: 2 ' 1/4" (92% for her age) Weight: 11 lbs. 12 oz (56% for her age) Yes, she's long and lean, earning her newest nickname - "Two Feet of Sunshine!" Enjoy these photos..... Dad zooms in for yet another close-up Yes, these are in fact Mouse Boots that I'm wearing, and yes, they are the coolest shoes ever!

Love those dimples!

It's a big crib. Might as well fill the space......

An over due post about the Johnson visit from July. There was baseball, baptism, the Jelly Belly Factory, the Zoo, the Exploratorium, gardening, catch, swimming...the fun never ended! And Catherine did it all. Well, she was there for all of it but sleeping through most! Catherine was so pleased to finally meet and snuggle with her Aunt Missy, Uncle Rusty, Daniel and Aidan.

Speaking of fun with her cousins... Elle sent this picture to Catherine to remind her that being a fashion plate is never an easy job!

Snapshots

Some random shots from the week. Though Mom and Dad had an amazingly difficult time going back to work, Catherine seems to have stayed as happy as ever!

A New Friend...

Catherine has recently begun some serious training for a new Olympic event: The PlayMat. In the last week she has spent almost an hour on the mat on several occasions. After learning of Michael Phelp's 6th Gold and Natasia Luikin's stellar all around performance last night, she approached her dad and I about the possibility of our securing a coach to help her train for London 2012. Cinder Sue is our obvious first pick but Cinder actually had something else in mind: synchronized mat time. We just might be on to something here. Stay tuned!

Picnics and Parties

With a return to work looming for Sarah and Scott, we've been enjoying the lazy summer afternoons. Catherine and Mom spent some time having a picnic in the back yard (notice the tongue - Dad is so proud!)..... ...and Catherine hosted a party for her two friends, Jack Hoversen and James Dixon! Dads were feeling mighty proud! Check out Catherine with a Hunk on one side and an All-Star on the other!

Catherine Fires Photographer.....

Brangelina getting $14 million for photos of their new twins?!? Catherine Hannah is on strike, demanding a new agent......