Hanging out at the park with the Dugans

A nice summer day with Ninang Tricia and Uncle Mike Dugan.

A day at the MET

We decided to bring Samantha on her first visit to a museum and we chose the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art since it recently opened its amazing new Greek and Roman Exhibit.

This new Greek and Roman exhibit is housed in a newly renovated wing and the pieces have not been made public for decades. It's absolutely amazing. One of the pieces, a 6th century Etruscan chariot, is not only a delight but is actually controversial. It was unearthed originally from a small town called Monteleone in Umbria and the citizens of that town is laying claim on this relic.

Back in New York: The jetlagged days

Samantha was jetlagged for 12 days when we got back to New York, so Karen and I felt like zombies. We got her this Baby Einstein Activity Center to keep her busy while Karen does some chores during the day. Unfortunately, it takes her 10 minutes - tops - before she gets bored with it and starts eating the toys!

Samantha eats solid foods for the first time

Here is Samantha at 6 months old eating rice porridge. She loves eating and we have no problem feeding her; she got her appetite from her mom :) Here's some guidelines from NYU.

Manila Trip 2007 Series: Playing with grandpa

Mmmm...corn

There's grandma feeding her corn. Hmmm...not sure if she's supposed to be eating corn-on-the-cob at her age. But it sure is great for itchy gums!

Samantha learns to pull up to stand

Samantha is 5 1/2 months. This kid's a bit advanced in her gross motor development (check milestones here)!