We miss papa!

Well, we knew this day was coming -- today was Charles' first day back at work. He was up and out early this morning (it was still dark!), in hopes of being able to get home early as well. Asha and I miss him, but we are doing OK on our first day home alone together. Being a mom is definately the most challenging and most rewarding job I have ever had!

Asha continues to be a joy to have around. Charles and I feel so fortunate to have such a happy, peaceful baby (not to mention the cutest little one around!). She continues to smile more and more and loves playtime with mama and papa. She makes eye contact now, and will follow you with her eyes as you move around. She loves to look at faces and at windows, and seems to love to listen to the classical music CDs that Ama Lynette gave her. She has started to "talk," making little coos and sweet squeals (in addition to her ever-expanding repertoire of grunts). Here is a picture of her on one of her favorite chairs (papa!).