Abby's First B-day Party

One of our favorite little dudes turned 1 this past Saturday. Abby and I were super excited to celebrate Dawson's special day. It was a fabulous party for the babies and the mommies. Hard to believe that Dawson is already a year! We a very thankful to have Dawson and his family in our lives. They are just fabulous!

Abby leaning on Dawson for support. Jack was busy enjoy a paper brick.

Dawson and his wonderful mommy, Kristen.

My little party girl. She was super tired by the end.

Me and my little lady.

What's wrong with this picture?

Someone has become a fan of her sister's toys.

Family

What started as a family of four...

Over the years became a family of ten
I just love my growing family. Now if only we lived closer together. Maybe someday...

Happy 5 Months Abigail Marian

Happy 5 months to our beautiful baby girl!! We are so in love with our little lady and just enjoy everything about her. She is just filled with so much joy and laughter. Abby has been busy this past month with trying new things like eating solids and trying to learn to sit up.

Abigail Marian at 5 months:

-Still has big blue eyes (I think they are going to stay and not turn brown)

-Hair is growing more and more. Somedays it looks light brown and others it looks strawberry blond. Only time will tell.

-Wearing 3-6 months clothes and a size 2 diaper.

-Has tried oatmeal and applesauce. Loves to suck on apple slices.

-Learning to sit up on her own.

-Loves showing off her sweet little voice. She loves to babble and sing for us.

-A very curious little girl. Enjoys taking in everything around her and always wants to be part of the group.

-Enjoys having her big sister around. I love that they can learn from each other and Emma loves to play with her.

-Is slowly getting on a sleep schedule. We have the night time down but the day time hours are still flexible. She usually takes 2-3 naps a day.

-Enjoys swinging in the backyard. It puts the biggest smile on her face.

-Whatever she can put in her mouth she will. That tooth is still trying to work its way in.

Let It Snow!!

Yesterday we got our first and probably last snowfall of the season. It was very exciting to wake up to snow on the ground. Emma and I were very anxious to get outside and play in it before it melted. Once we were outside, Emma was not to sure about it. She had fun at first but then she lost interest. I think if she had more appropriate snow attire she would have liked it more. I know I enjoyed it, though I also was dressed in some of my ski gear. Later Andy and Abby joined us. Abby did not care to be bundled and be in the cold air. She was just looking at us like we were crazy. Oh well. At least the girls got some exposure to snow.

Emma checking out the snow.

Hey, I can't see.

Someone was happier once she ditched her hat and gloves.

Our sleepy bundle of joy.

My attempt at a snow angel.

A Little Sunshine to Warm the Heart

Here are some cute pictures of Abby and a video of the girls playing in the backyard, when the weather was still nice. Oh sunshine how we miss you!!

Heart Check

Emma had her annual heart check yesterday, and we are happy to report that everything looks good!! Emma was not a fan of having the EKG but thankfully the iphone and daddy distracted her. She still has a residual hole but there is no leakage from it, which is good. We will go back next year for a check up and the doctor is hopeful that at some point we will be able to spread the appointments even farther apart. Yippee!

My little warrior. Love you Emma!!