Hey Bestie

 Before the year was up I got to hang out with my bestie again. I trekked over to her house and we both napped while Mom and Noelle's mom got their nails done. It is funny how we are on the same schedule all the time. We both woke up and had some lunch, then got to play together. Yipee!

She really makes me giggle!

And she puts a smile on my face too!

 It is amazing how good she is at grabbing for things she wants. I can't wait to be a big girl like her! She shared her Bumbo seat with me. How sweet!

 We got to watch her dancing puppy Santa brought for her sing some songs. Noelle even danced to the music. I wish I had cool moves like her. It was hard to move around in my Bumbo seat.

 Go Noelle! Go Noelle!

 Then, Noelle let me use her musical mirror. Mine keeps breaking and Mom has to exchange it again at Target. I think Mom just wants an excuse to go to Target every week though. I am on to you Mom!

I shared the lipstick from the mirror with Noelle!

I can't wait to have a lot of more fun times in 2013 with my bestie. I heard Mom talking about going for walks with their Red Rider wagon this summer, trips to the beach, pool fun, zoo and aquarium trips, and lots of other fun adventures. Can't wait!

P.S. We told Mom no more pictures and gave her our serious faces in the last two pictures. Look at my reflection in the mirror. You will see. Hehe.

Hey Jackson!

I got to see baby Jackson for a second time today. He is such a cute, little guy!

There is his dad Al holding him. He has such great parents!

 Jackson slept during most of the hour long visit. He occasionally opened up an eye or two or let out a little noise. He didn't even wake up when I showed the Radices the new, loud sounds I make.

 Mommy and Daddy couldn't believe how heavy and big I looked next to Jackson. Their little girl looked like a big girl all of a sudden!

Can't wait to see him again soon!

My First Christmas: Part 4

After a nice long nap after opening up gifts Santa left me at home we traveled up to Grandpa and Grandma M's house. I got to wear my pretty dress that Mom and Dad's friend Lesley bought for me. Isn't she the sweetest?

 Look who we picked up on the way! Grandma S!

I was so excited to see her again! But, I needed a little siesta! I fell asleep on Mommy's lap and she passed me off to Dad. I rarely sleep on Dad so it was a special Christmas day treat.

Uncle Christian got to hold me for the first time. He was a little nervous, but did his best.

Mom took me back on her lap so she could take a photo with Christian.

We got to celebrate with Aunt Karen too! She came up from Florida for the holiday. I got a bunch of new clothes to wear! I am going to one stylish girl.

Grandma M. gave me one last hug and I was out the door. It was three days of celebrations and I was so tired.

I slept for Mom and Dad through the night from 9 to 8! I haven't slept through the night in many, many weeks! They were excited! What a fun-filled few days!

My First Christmas: Part 3

On Christmas morning Mom light up the tree and brought me out of my crib. To my surprise Santa visited my house and left me lots of nice gifts under our tree! Yipee!

 Dad picked me up to show me all my gifts and I fluffed on him. Oopsie!

 Mommy held me on her lap so I could open some gifts.

 I got a new book! Yay!

Here I am with my new dog! It can hang on my car seat and when Mom pulls it, it vibrates! Neato! 

Here in my pink dog again!

Mom and Dad helped me open some more gifts.

 

I sat in my bumbo chair and tried to rip the paper.

 Hmm, I wonder what is in there.

 Although I enjoyed munching on the wrapping paper I enjoyed my new gift even more!

 The musical mirror lit up and sang cool songs.

 Mom wanted to get me something that required no batteries. I really think this toy is nifty!

 I got Dad a Worlds Greatest Dad mug. I ordered it online- I know my computer skillz are pretty amazing!

I had to add a picture of us watching a Man City game together.

Mom got Dad some coal (she was joking), some of his favorite raspberry candies, and a massage gift certificate.

And a soccer ball nut cracker too!

What a special time we had together celebrating my first Christmas morning!

My First Christmas: Part 2

On Christmas Eve I got to celebrate with Grandma R. and Ed, Great Grandma V., Aunt Kim and Uncle Ken, and of course Mom and Dad too! On the way over to Great Grandma's house mom ran into the children's clothing store in town to pick me up some leggings for the next day. She saw some bows behind the counter and bought me my first one! It stayed in my hair pretty well. What do you think?

 We took a family photo by the fire place. Shout out to Ed for the lovely fire!

 I love you mommy!

I love you too daddy!

 Grandma put out some lovely snackeroos for everyone to enjoy and wore her Christmas apron! How festive Gram! I can't wait to help you cook in the kitchen when I get older!

 Great grandma wore her Christmas sweater and kept it comfy in her favorite clothing- sweats! Your lucky Mom doesn't make you wear crazy headbands and accessorize you from head to toe!

 See, look at this Christmas bib! It was cute though I guess.

 I kept Dad company while he opened his presents. I have to get in my tummy time Dad said, even on holidays. Dad got some new shoes- Vans slip ins, his favorite. And a Santa soccer ornament. You can see it near me in the picture. But, I know your just staring at the bow on my head. Silly Dad did that!

JJ and Perry got to come with us! JJ cuddled
behind Aunt Kim and kept her company.

Perry sat on Dad's lap and Dad adorned him 

with a bow. I don't think he liked it very much.

 Then I took a little nap to rest up so I would have the energy to open up all the gifts my family and Santa bought for me.

 I love Christmas! I feel so special! I must have been a good girl the last four months because I got a lot of nice gifts. Aunt Kim and Ken got me a fun toy to play with when I lay down on the floor or sit up. Some of my favorite things Grandma and Ed got me were more singing dolls to add to my collection, a Fisher Price ball toy, and a silly laughing cat.

 I even got a pony! Not a real one silly, a furry pink one! The head moves up and down and tail wages when I ride on it!

Great Grandma got me so many nice things, but I loved snuggling with my little kitty stuffed animal named SkippyJon Jones. Mom said she would read the matching book that came along with it soon.

 Mom then put on my headband. I know, I know. She
said she just had to do it. I still love her though.

 Before dinner I played with one of my new cool toys.
The puppy lights up and talks to me. 

 Don't worry JJ and Perry, I still love you guys too!

 Grandma set the table so nice. I can't wait to eat the yummy ham, mash potatoes, biscuits, and green bean casserole next year. Yum!

 I hung out in my chair to keep everyone company.

 After dinner everyone opened their poppers and put on their crowns.

There is my Daddy- the king!

 All hail Queen Kim and King Ken.

 There is King Edwardo Ed and his wife Queen Melissa.

 And if the night couldn't get any better I got to ride my pony Pinkie!

Life couldn't get any better! I am so blessed to have such loving and fun family!