getting bigger...

Zac is getting bigger. He's in the double digits with his weight and 11 weeks old. He has been more and more alert during the day (and unfortunately at night, too!) and is just starting to crack his first smiles. It's not automatic yet, but we're getting there!!!


Stephen is loving school. The program is INTENSE, but it will all be worth it in the end. We were solo this weekend as he had a few projects that he was working on and this week he's going to be putting in some very late nights in hopes to have a chance to visit with James (Uncle James to Zac!) this weekend. Also, We are having Zac baptized on Sunday so Stephen wants to be able to devote most of the day to that. Then back to the studio in the late afternoon...it's a vicious cycle!

This is how excited Zac is that Uncle James is coming to visit!!!

Dempsey and Zac just hanging out

Hey Tucker - I'm over here...

Wow - You really are a big dog...I think we're going to have fun together!

Zac after a day spent at the beach - pretty darn happy!

zac has a new friend...

Congratulations to Miles and Tena on the birth of your daughter (and Ella on the birth of your sister) - Gately Alexandra David!

Zac is looking forward to having another friend in RI!

the zoo...

Zac's 1st trip to the zoo...

Shalonne, Sam, Mommy and Zac!

Huge elephants!!!

This giraffe could have kissed us on the cheek - that's how close he was. There were two baby giraffes there as well, but the pictures didn't come out.

Bald Eagles sitting so peacefully on a branch

Camels - it appears as if they might be posing!

we had a great day today! mommy met someone new through one of the playgroups organized here through the city and we decided to meet up on our own as we have children a little young for the usual activities. we met up with shalonne and her son sam (6 weeks old!) and we walked around roger williams park - what beautiful grounds. there are botanical gardens, japenese gardens, a carousel and plenty of geese to feed! we then ventured into the zoo...so many beautiful animals to see. the boys slept the majority of the time (except feeding time!), but mom and shalonne had a nice time getting to know each other. It's so nice meeting someone that has a child so close in age. Thank you, Shalonne for showing us around and for suggesting the zoo! we're looking forward to next weeks excursion...

finally...

We finally have pics of the people mommy talks so much about - although they had met Zac a few times we didn't have any pictures to post.

We made a trip to Newport last week to see Granmare and Pop-pop as they were at the boat show and we were lucky to have Auntie Ashley squeeze away for a few minutes to visit with us. Zac continues to be proud of the sweater that she knit him. Thank you Ashley for keeping Zac outfitted in such precious homemade items!!! He wears wears them with pride.

Dana and Zac - we visited the Fordyce's last weekend and although the girls (Kayla, Kylie and Jillian) were excited to meet Zac they were very busy modeling their new leotards and dance outfits. They were so adorable - calling their leotards 'tars' - and wanting to have the whole ensemble out of the bag before Dana could get all the groceries in the door. If I had been thinking I would have snapped some photos of the beauties showing off their new outfits - I especially liked it when they repeatedly twirled around.

2 months old...already!

Boppy time!
Chilling out in my bouncy seat - This sweater was handmade by Auntie Ashley and I receive a TON of compliments when I wear it.

Just hanging out with Daddy in the park - I love my Daddy!!!

It's been a long day and I am so glad that Mommy is carrying me...getting to know the city is exhausting!

Great Grandma Dannaher, Mommy, Granmare and Zac - after a great lunch in Watch Hill

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ZAC is 2 months old and weighs 9lbs. 8oz. - 22 1/2 inches long and growing...

Today Daddy starts school - we're so excited for him and proud of him at the same time.

We're keeping busy and looking forward to meeting many new people in the weeks to come. We have been involved with a few play groups and are having fun.

We miss our friends and family and think of everyone often - feel free to visit us, anytime!

Hope everyone is enjoying this fall weather

a few pictures from visits and visitors...we welcome visitors!!!

Three Generations

Grandpa Carrolla telling his Grandson that he's going to take him fishing...someday!

Meg and Zac - she's a pro at this!!! Angela getting some practice with Zac - we can't wait for her new arrival!

Grandmare taking a nap with Zac

---> Lisa, Jake (my Godson) and Zac

Aunt Allyson and Zac













The Carrollas - Tiverton, RI (Labor Day weekend at Evelyn's Clam Shack)

8 weeks old

A day at the beach...

Here's a glimpse of a day at the beach for the Carrollas...lots of stuff!!!

Zac is so relaxed at the beach - how could he not be?!?!
I've got a clean diaper and I'm very happy!!!
Just chillin' out in my car seat - not such a bad place to be!!!

Whoa...it's been a long time since we posted new photos. We've been enjoying time with Daddy/Stephen while he's on break from school. He starts full time next week and we anticipate his schedule being pretty intense. We have been spending all of our time at the beach and going for walks and runs. The weather has been beautiful and we're taking full advantage of it.


Hopefully everyone had a nice Labor Day!!!