So Far...(and 6 months)

We love it here. First we noticed how lovely and green everything is, along with the contrasting blue skies. Of course I was quick to appreciate the variety of architecture just in the homes lining these Brea streets. Evelyn has been on multiple walks each day (partly because the place we're living is a 5 minute walk to my parent's house). Mike is flying this very moment. This place definitely feels like home.

We're sharing a house with another family and it is so fun! Their kids are 3, 18 months and 6 weeks. It's a wonderful house and we are especially excited about the garden full of kale and spinach :)

ALSO...

Today Evelyn is 6 months old! I think she knows it too, because just over the last couple days she's decided to start sitting up by herself and she can hold onto the edge of her crib and stand if we position her there. Today she started saying babababa in this cute little soft voice like a pixie. Her grandparents are loving having her here and she loves it too!

Face Montage

Here is a montage of Evelyn's silly facial expressions for you to enjoy.





Sorry this one is a little blurry!


And two more that I just love:


Haha! This last one cracks me up! Look at that string of drool!

Teething Time

Our little baby is teething. I'm just glad that's what it is, and not an ear infection or a cold! I bought her biter biscuits today and she loves them...so much that she fell asleep with one in her hand.

Better Late Than Never, Right?

Happy Easter everyone!

Exciting, Amazing, Awesome News

Mike, Kara and Evelyn Rushforth are moving to California!!!

I am so proud of Mike for working super hard to get a job there; he's really wanted to move back home since Christmas. The new job is at Torrance airport where he will flight instruct, do some corporate flying and eventually even whale watching tours. We will love being back with our families and friends there. I am happy that we will be able to call Evie a California girl :) I hope our family will enjoy many future moments at this place...



It definitely feels real, we're moving in less than 2 weeks! We just sold our futon tonight and are surrounded by boxes and messes. It's going to be a crazy couple weeks, but so worth it!!

Evelyn's First 'Big Girl' Meal

Evelyn had her first rice cereal dinner about a week ago. She wasn't too impressed with the mushy new food. But thanks to the advice of friends and family she now loves her rice cereal with a touch of applesauce.


One of the first bites


Not so sure about this stuff...


Mom and Dad what are you guys doing to me???


Yuck, I've had enough!

Evelyn Goes Swimming

Evelyn had her first swim in a giant pool! She wasn't too sure if she liked it, but she never cried. These pictures capture the essence of her demeanor during the entire event.





Maybe next time I'll be able to get a smile out of her!