First Day of School 2011

Well, we had to set those alarms last night. Back to the daily routine. We started school this morning. The girls were so excited. They were ready and sitting on the couch waiting on time to leave this morning. If we could do that every morning we would be in great shape! Won't happen, I should go ahead and realize that I am going to be rushing and pushing them to finish breakfast, brush those teeth, do something with your hair, grab your lunch box and book bags!

I hope they have a great year. Emma is in 5th and Leah in 1st. Pretty crazy. When I was writing out their signs, Emma said "Mama, I can't believe Leah is going into 1st already." I was actually thinking that I couldn't believe she was going into 5th already. CRAZY!! Next year is middle school. I only have a year to get ready for it. Something tells me I won't ever be ready.

11 Months

Look at that cute smile. She can't believe it either!! She is 11 months old. Boy are things changing around here. She likes to climb the stairs. The girls like to follow behind her and let her go on up. I don't like the idea at all. It means she is getting to big for her britches!! She is eating everything in site. She has 6 teeth and is working hard on the 7th. She is making all kinds of new sounds. She loves looking at books right now. She really likes the lift the flap ones, and also loves to look at mirrors. If the book has mirrors, perfect!!
She also loves to put her hand to her mouth and make lots of cute noises pulling her hand back and forth while making sounds.

Peek a boo is also a fun thing for her. She likes to put her hands up or she will use a blanket to cover her face. See what I mean. She shouldn't be old enough to be doing this stuff. She is turning into a toddler before my eyes, and on a lot of levels I am not ready! On other levels I am in LOVE!!!

She has been in a great mood the last few days. It has been so nice, because while all of those teeth were coming in, we were all miserable.

Pool Time Big Girl Edition

Ok, so while we were on vacation the girls decided that they would be brave and jump in the deep end of the pool (with no life jacket on) and swim to the shallow end. Actually they didn't even think twice about it. I really thought I was going to have to beg! This is crazy considering last year I had to force Emma to put her face into the water. Well maybe that was the year before last. I don't know. Time is flying by. Anyhow, it is still unbelievable!!

Pool Time

Yes, she is really asleep!! She is relaxing in Granddaddy's pool. She has really enjoyed her pool time this summer. At least at Granddaddy's pool she can use a float. At the pool that we visit each week, I have to hold her, and she goes to sleep every week. It must be very relaxing to her! I sure am going to miss this sweet peacefull time. Next year she will be all over the place and maybe even scared of the water. I hope not!!

Million Dollar Smile

I have something I have been working on lately. It is the one million dollar smile. I worked hard for the 1st 4 pearly whites. I got all 4 in 2 weeks. It was real hard work, but it all paid off because I look adorable with those pretty things sticking out of my gums. Right after I got the first 4 I started immediately working on the next 3. Two of them have popped out, but mama keeps checking on that 3rd one and it hasn't made its apperence just yet!! I HATE it when mama puts her finger in my mouth to check things out. It makes me really mad. Actually right now I am just alittle bit moody. Mama keeps saying it is because I am teething. If I have to be honest, I am fussy all the time. Hopefully when I can get past this teething episode I will be in a better mood. I am usually a pretty happy camper!!

10 Months

Yes, I am turning 11 months tomorrow. Yes, my mom is very busy and has had computer and internet problems. The bottom line is... I am still the cutest thing ever and I continue to grow and steal everyone's heart. So for all of you out there that have been checking in on us. We have been busy taking vacation, playing at the pool and just enjoying our summer. Soon things will get back to normal (somewhat) and maybe mama will have more time to blog.

Friends

The way to this little girls heart is through food. She doesn't like to be left out of any snacks around here. In fact, she gets pretty upset if you are eating and she isn't. I think we have a porky little pig among us. Leah was eating some goldfish crackers and asked if she could give Sara Beth some of the little crumbs. Doesn't she look happy?
I thought it was too cute. Sara Beth kept looking over at the bowl to make sure there was still some in there.

Leah was so tickled about the whole thing. She thought she was big stuff giving the baby some snack. Sara Beth couldn't have been happier. She was on the receiving end of the stick!! Leah as really enjoyed having Sara Beth to herself this week while Emma has been at camp. She has been a big help to me.