Maya-
Well, according to more than one of our neighbors her personality has just blossomed. She speaks in paragraphs now instead of just sentences. She loves playing with her brother and helping to take care of him.
One evening recently when Maya was praying she said the same thing about 4 times. So to help her out, I suggested that we say "we love you, Jesus." Since then her prayers have regularly included "and thank you for our lovely Jesus."

Nico-
It is hard to believe he is almost six months old! He is about seven inches taller than when he was born. He has rolled from his tummy to his back. He seems to be developing right on track. He has moved from cooing and smiling to the stage now where everything he gets his hands on goes right to his mouth. I think it won't be too long before I serve him his first baby food. He enjoyed his first time swimming in our pool this week. Nico loves for his sister to give him lots of attention, and he rewards her with smiles.

A poem composed by Mom

On my clothes
In my hair
Everywhere

Tummy trouble
Gassy bubble
Spit-up