And Baby Makes Three

High Heels

2009-03-18T16:58:00.001-07:00

I heard her coming from down the hallway while I was working on the computer. I grabbed my point and shoot camera and turned it on as quickly as I could to capture this.

P.Y.T

2009-03-10T20:01:00.000-07:00

Grace has really been singing and dancing a lot lately, so I thought I would show her American Idol tonight. She had not been feeling well (you can hear the cough in the video) but she loved the singing. After sitting on the couch watching her dance and ask us to rewind it about 6 times, I finally got up and got the camera.
By the way, that is the shirt that she REFUSES to take off. I have to wash it and put it right back on her.

The Park

2009-02-03T21:50:00.000-08:00

These photos were taken while we were walking home from the neighborhood park. Grace was exhausted and was yawning while she was walking. She wanted to walk and refused to ride in the stroller- although I offered it several times. She carried a little white bucket of sand from the playground home with her. She had a bit of a meltdown when we got home and I wouldn't let her bring it into the house. We settled on the back patio.

Toddler Bed

2009-02-03T21:43:00.000-08:00

It might be a bit early, so it appears I may be going back in a crib! Here are photos of my new toddler bed. I change my baby dolls diapers on my new big girl bed. Isn't that sweet??

My Favorite Christmas Toy!

2009-01-10T12:19:00.000-08:00

My Grandpa who lives in Indiana sent me this rocking horse for Christmas. It came to the door in the biggest box I have ever seen! The rocking horse used to be my mom's when she was a little girl. They don't make toys like this anymore!! It was hands-down my favorite Christmas present this year. I ride my horse every single day. It has not moved from the living room since Christmas morning. Here is a video of my very first horse ride!

Thank You Grandpa!
Love, Grace.

Grace Meets Mr. Bubble

2009-01-07T22:25:00.000-08:00

My mom was dropping off a prescription at the store (from the "California" cold) and while we were waiting for it to be filled she bought several items she didn't really need. One of those items was Mr. Bubble- which made some great new photos for my first official bubble bath.

My BFF

2009-01-02T22:08:00.000-08:00

I wish my BFF Ryen lived closer to me. We have lots of fun when we are together- especially jumping on beds. We both got webcams for Christmas so now we can talk all the time! Can't wait to see you again Ryen!

Amy & Greg (Sedona)

2009-01-02T20:35:00.000-08:00

My sister came out to visit for the holidays. Amy, Greg, Owen and I all went to Sedona for the day. My mom watched baby Grace - so it was a nice day long vacation! Since I just got my new camera- I HAD to take some photos of them. We visited Talaquepaque and even hiked up to a "vortex". Greg really felt the vortex. We also went to visit "our" chapel in Sedona! It was fun to see it again... enjoy the pics.

California 2008

2008-12-31T17:58:00.000-08:00

We visitied Charlie, Kristy, Ryen and Regan for New Year's in California. Here are some family photos that I took of them while we were there! We are very sorry that we left Gracie's cold in CA! We hope you guys feel better soon!

Sunday Morning

2008-12-21T15:38:00.001-08:00

Grace has two things she loves.
1. Putting her paci in upside down. Its her preferred method.
2. Smelling the ears of Bella, her bunny rabbit. I think they smell so good because her Nana secretly sprinkles baby powder on them when no one is looking! This photos captures it perfectly.

Christmas 2008

2008-12-21T15:31:00.000-08:00

Here is a video of the visit with Santa:

16 Month "Fairy Princess" Photo Session

2008-10-08T21:24:00.001-07:00

I think these are my favorite photo taken of her to date. I love them.
They were taken at an old Mexican restaurant by our wedding photographer.

Using My "Fork"

2008-08-11T20:08:00.000-07:00

This video is not the best example of how I use my fork (I am MUCH better at it with different foods) but this clip does show how I am trying to say words and "talk" back to mommy and daddy.

Party Girl

2008-08-11T19:04:00.000-07:00

Here are some pictues of me on my way to Cooper's Birthday Party!

Snow in Phoenix!

2008-08-11T18:57:00.001-07:00

It's true! I got to play in snow for the first time. My Grandma said that they had snow out by her house in Queen Creek! They opened a new shopping center and they brought in 20 tons of snow for kids to play on. It was in the middle of the parking lot~ so it didn't last long. It was a VERY hot day but my mom and dad took me to meet my Grandma at the snow pile.

Working & Reading

2008-08-06T09:35:00.000-07:00

I run up to the computer when no one is looking and I go straight for the mouse! I know that's how you work the computer. Then, I grab my books and go in my tent to read. My mom follows me everywhere with the camera.

Look What I Can Do!

2008-08-06T09:31:00.000-07:00

There are two videos. The second video got interrupted- but it's funny because you can see how I know exactly whats going on and I don't want to be left out of anything!

Such a Girly Girl

2008-08-06T09:28:00.001-07:00

I am such a "girly" girl with my purse and my baby doll.

Limes

2008-08-06T09:18:00.001-07:00

I know we have lived here for two years, but we just discovered that our lime tree actually HAS limes on it! It's full of limes ~ hundreds of them! My mom and dad let me pick the limes off the tree and hold them. I tried to hold all of them at once. They kept holding the limes to their noses and saying they smelled good so I had to try it too. You can see me "smelling" in the video! I "smell" things very loudly!

Dancing

2008-07-20T22:20:00.000-07:00

Getting the last bit of energy out before bedtime. This video was taken after story time. Do you hear my mom say "Grace, are you ready for night night?" and I very clearly say "NO!"... just making sure you caught that!

Good Night Moon

2008-07-20T22:06:00.000-07:00

I am really starting to enjoy story time. One of my words that I can say is "Moon".
I know the moon comes out at night and I know where to find the moon. Sometimes, I get confused and think that the street light is the moon. Everyone thinks thats real funny. I also know how to say "Hot". Well, its more like "Haaaaaaaa". I know that anything cooking on the stove is "Haaaa" and anything coming out of the microwave is "Haaaa". I also know that a fireplace is "Haaaaa". My book has a picture of a fireplace on several pages which is why I point it out and say "Haaaaa".

My Mommy's Dress

2008-07-20T21:13:00.000-07:00

My mommy worked and worked and got out 30 year old stains in this dress. She says Oxi Clean is amazing! It was her dress when she was one and now it fits me. I love the flower on the side. I can't say flower yet, but I know what it is.

It's Curly!

2008-07-04T15:01:00.001-07:00

My New Horse

2008-05-28T17:55:00.000-07:00

This is my new horse that my Grandpa bought me for my first birthday. I love it! I really know how to get it moving I feel very safe in the "saddle". I also like to give the horse kisses and hugs. Thank you very much Grandpa- its one of my favorite toys!

My First Bithday Party!

2008-05-18T22:02:00.000-07:00

My First Bithday Party!

2008-05-18T21:55:00.000-07:00

Eat Cake!

2008-05-18T21:54:00.000-07:00

My Future Looks Bright!

2008-04-24T13:22:00.001-07:00

My dad is getting ready to take me on a walk and he thought it was a good time to try out my new shades! They are made just for kids and I will get plenty of use out of them in the Arizona sunshine.

Frozen Treat

2008-04-24T13:09:00.000-07:00

My two front teeth on the top are coming in! They have just broken the surface. I was being a little cranky so Mom let me loose on the patio with a frozen popsicle. It was a beautiful evening outside and my dad was on the BBQ cooking dinner. After my popsicle, they wheeled my highchair outside and we all ate dinner together on the patio. Yeah, my highchair has wheels! It's the best invention ever.

Cheesehead

2008-04-24T13:06:00.000-07:00

This is the aftermath of a Mac-N-Cheese lunch. The picture says it all.

Big Girl Chair

2008-04-24T12:56:00.000-07:00

I am still using my bouncy seat that my Grammy bought for me! I am too big for the straps - they don't even fit around my belly! This chair is perfect for watching Sesame Street! Since I am not strapped in- the best part is I can get up and go whenever I want! I like my Independence.

An Early Present!

2008-04-14T17:34:00.000-07:00

Today a big box was delivered to our door! My mom and dad opened it up and there were a lot of pieces. They worked and worked (I helped) and all the pieces became a bicycle! I was so excited I actually screamed out loud. It even has a bell on on the handlebars! Mom and Dad said that is was supposed to be for my birthday, but it was OK that I got it a little early.

The Fountain Has Rocks!

2008-04-06T16:43:00.001-07:00

Today I discovered that the water fountain has rocks in the bottom. My grandma was watching me play and I tried really hard to get the rocks out of the bottom. My mom took pictures of me - finally I got one! I also like to throw the rocks back in the fountain and make the water Splash!

Grammy & Grandpas Visit

2008-04-02T20:55:00.000-07:00

Picnic In the Park

2008-04-02T20:52:00.000-07:00

Playing in the Courtyard

2008-04-02T20:48:00.000-07:00

Easter Weekend

2008-04-02T20:44:00.000-07:00

Airplane Ride Home

2008-03-12T21:19:00.000-07:00

I got to sit in my car seat on the airplane ride home. I was PRETTY good on the ride home, but I didn't get any compliments from the passengers. I did throw my sippy cup on the sleeping man sitting behind me, maybe that is why...

Kisses

2008-03-12T21:18:00.000-07:00

I have learned how to give kisses!

Cirque De Soleil

2008-03-12T21:10:00.000-07:00

I got to go see the Cirque De Soleil in San Jose with my Aunt Amy and my Grandma. It was my Grandma's Birthday and we surprised her at breakfast with tickets to the show for that night! It was a great- I loved all the colors and movement. I stayed awake for almost the entire show. We took these pictures in the park across from the circus tents before the show.

Thai Food

2008-03-12T21:04:00.000-07:00

We ate lunch in Berkly at a Thai food restaurant. My mom loves Thai food. She said it was too spicy for me, so I had to eat the yogurt that she brought along. Can you see the yogurt all over my face? I am not used to eating out in public.

Out to Lunch

2008-03-02T14:16:00.000-08:00

My mom and dad took me out to lunch today. It was a beautiful day today so
we ate lunch outside.

Looks Who's Walking!

2008-03-02T13:57:00.000-08:00

I started walking yesterday! I took three steps on Friday, and then yesterday I took 4 steps. Look how may steps I can take now!
I am not in a very good mood in this video because it is nap time. My mom tried to get me to take a nap- she even let me hold Baxter, but I just wanted to play.

Ryen

2008-02-17T18:40:00.001-08:00

Backyard Play

2008-02-17T17:52:00.001-08:00

California Beach

2008-02-17T17:49:00.001-08:00

Kissing Cousins

2008-02-17T17:45:00.001-08:00

Morning Playtime With Ryen

2008-02-17T17:35:00.000-08:00

My New BFF

2008-02-17T17:11:00.000-08:00

Happy Valentines Day!

2008-02-14T11:37:00.000-08:00

Happy Valentines Day!

2008-02-14T11:22:00.000-08:00

This is me looking for Elmo on my shirt. I do it everytime my mom puts this shirt on me.

New Tub Toys

2008-02-13T20:17:00.001-08:00

Push Toy Walker!

2008-02-13T20:11:00.000-08:00

Bedtime Diaper Routine

2008-02-13T19:58:00.000-08:00

Ribbons & Hair Bows

2008-02-13T19:54:00.001-08:00

New Noises!

2008-02-07T08:16:00.000-08:00

This is not a very good video- but if you watch and listen closely it shows all of my new talents and obsessions. I have learned to make two new noises. I can make a clicking noise with my tongue and I can also make a motor noise. I have been obsessed lately with making the motor noise. I just learned how to make the clicking noise 2 days ago. Also, one of my new favorite things is to carry a toy ring around with me at all times. I do everything with it. I can crawl with it, stand with it, and sometimes eat with it in my hand. Sometimes I have one in each hand and crawl around. Also, in case you can't make it out in the video my pacifier says "Mute Button". My mom and dad seem to think its real funny...I don't get it.

Bathtime

2008-02-01T20:37:00.000-08:00

My Library

2008-02-01T11:36:00.000-08:00

This is my Library where I keep all my books. I am really good at taking them all out one by one. It keeps me busy for at least 10 minutes. After I finish, my Mom or Dad puts them all back in the basket. The process repeats.

My Favorite Books

2008-01-29T13:18:00.001-08:00

These are my 3 Favorite Books. I love to have my mom and dad read them to me.

My First Tooth!

2008-01-29T12:41:00.000-08:00

Can you see it? It broke the skin 2 days ago! It feels very strange in my mouth. I keep twisting my tongue and pushing against it. I guess I will get used to it. My mom took this picture while I was riding on my dad's shoulders. I love to do that- and I always smile really big. She knew it would be a good opportunity to get a photo of my new tooth to show everyone.

The Fascinating Fountain

2008-01-24T20:27:00.000-08:00

One of my favorite things to do is crawl as fast as I can from
the living room over to the front door and stand up to look out the front window and see the water fountain. I get faster and faster everyday! I like to do it first thing in the morning while my mom is having coffee and still waking up- that way she can't catch me as fast.

No Teeth Yet!

2008-01-24T20:15:00.000-08:00

8 Months Old Today!

2008-01-19T10:04:00.000-08:00

Balance of a Gymnast

2008-01-17T13:08:00.000-08:00

Winding Down for Bedtime

2008-01-14T17:02:00.000-08:00

Winding down for bedtime... my mom tries to put on my pajamas and I escape! Time is running out. I know its a matter of minutes before she turns out the lights and starts rocking me. I have so much energy I don't know what to do first! I have to get busy doing all my new tricks and stunts because I know the day is almost over. Before you know it- its lullaby music and lights out. I got some extra time tonight because my mom went to get the video camera.
Normally, when I fall down I cry - but not tonight! I knew my mom was filming for my Grandmas and Grandpas so I tried to not let it get to me. I was back up on my feet and didn't miss a beat. No time for crying when you are trying to show off.

Pancakes

2008-01-06T17:55:00.000-08:00

My Mom and Dad bought me some whole wheat organic blueberry pancakes! I love them. They are soft, and easy to chew. My doctor said that I could have Big People Food now that I am a Big Girl. I have been getting to eat them a lot! They are my favorite thing to eat right now. My favorite used to be Peas, and then I liked Pears, but now its Pancakes!! I am really good at chewing them. Sometimes I get too much stored up in my fat cheeks and my mom has to help me, but most of the time I do just fine. I am getting better at my hand coordination! My hair looks a little wild in these pictures because I just got out of my bath. I really wasn't ready for my video shoot.

Big Girl Car Seat

2008-01-02T14:22:00.000-08:00

Today my new carseat was delivered by the FED-Ex man!
My mom took it out of the box and let me try it out immediately!
I look like I am ready to blast off to the moon...I think I will be
able to take some SERIOUS naps in this new carseat. I can't wait for my
first ride!

I Did It!!

2008-01-02T13:23:00.000-08:00

Today my mom wheeled my Pack-N-Play into her office area. She said that I could play while she did some work. I have been practicing and when mommy wasn't looking I stood up all by myself! You should have seen her face when she turned around and saw me standing by myself. She laughed and I laughed and then she started taking pictures again...

Feeding the Ducks

2008-01-02T13:17:00.000-08:00

This weekend my Mom and Dad took me on a walk in our neighborhood and they fed the ducks at the park. All the ducks came over to see me...it was a little scary at first because they made a lot of noise. I can't wait till I get to feed the ducks too! I love the ducks at the park. I think that one of my first words is going to be "DUCK".

7 Months

2008-01-02T13:16:00.000-08:00

Standing

2008-01-02T13:12:00.001-08:00

Grace practices standing every opportunity she gets.

The Ribbon Eater

2007-12-26T16:43:00.000-08:00

The Ribbon Eater - Part 2

2007-12-26T16:40:00.001-08:00

My First Christmas

2007-12-26T16:20:00.000-08:00

Crawling on Christmas Eve!!!

2007-12-26T16:15:00.000-08:00

Finally!! She GOT it. She is mobile. Our lives are forever changed...

Mac & Cheese

2007-12-26T16:06:00.000-08:00

Grace's first attempt at some real finger foods!

Frustrated Baby Girl

2007-12-26T16:00:00.000-08:00

We went though weeks and weeks of this...
She was SO FRUSTRATED she couldn't crawl. Every time
we put her down she would end up crying. It wasn't a matter
of strength, it was all coordination.

Thanksgiving in Wisconsin

2007-12-21T08:11:00.000-08:00

California

2007-11-25T19:01:00.000-08:00

I went on plane ride to California again! I guess all Aunts and Uncles live in California. My Mom and Grandma went with me. We went to visit my Aunt Amy for her birthday! We also got to spend lots of time with "Uncle" Scott. He showed us all around San Francisco. He even took me on a trolley ride! It was lots of fun.

Pumpkin Patch in Half Moon Bay

2007-11-25T18:53:00.000-08:00

This is one of the best pumpkin patches in the whole world! I can't wait till I am older because they have merry-go-rounds will REAL horses for little kids. They have train rides, petting zoos, and even have a duck pond! My mom says I get to come back here every year. I guess my mom and Amy discovered this place last year when my mom was visiting California but I wasn't born yet. Aunt Amy couldn't wait for me to be born to bring me back here!

Napa Valley

2007-11-25T18:48:00.000-08:00

One day we went to wineries in Napa Valley!

Half Moon Bay

2007-11-25T18:42:00.001-08:00

My mom and Grandma took me to California for my Aunt's 30th Birthday.
We did lots of fun stuff! I got to see the ocean for the first time.

Truckin'

2007-10-29T17:37:00.000-07:00

Look what my dad bought me today! Well... not really FOR me.
But, he did buy the extended cab so I could ride with him in my car seat.
He said my Grandpa in Wisconsin has one and I am really going to
like "Truckin".

5 Months Old

2007-10-29T15:48:00.000-07:00

Lunch in Scottsdale

2007-10-29T15:45:00.000-07:00

Girls in Tights

2007-10-29T15:41:00.000-07:00

Pumpkin Patch

2007-10-28T20:06:00.000-07:00

Indiana Trip

2007-10-28T19:51:00.000-07:00

Pumpkin Costume

2007-10-28T19:34:00.000-07:00

Cause and Effect

2007-10-03T22:00:00.000-07:00

I figured out that if I HIT the button on the exersaucer it makes a NOISE!!! Sometimes I get carried away...(see video) I am a VERY determined little girl.

My Arizona Grandma was babysitting me while my mom ran some errands. She is the one who got me on video. My mom says that next week I get to visit my Indiana Grandma and then after that my Wisconsin Grandma is coming to visit! I am so lucky that I have sooo many Grandmas.

My New Highchair

2007-09-29T20:48:00.000-07:00

A Few New Pictures...

2007-09-26T20:25:00.000-07:00

My Weekend with My Aunt Amy

2007-09-23T13:06:00.001-07:00

Doll Baby

2007-09-23T13:04:00.000-07:00

I LOVE Cereal

2007-09-23T13:03:00.001-07:00

Water-skiing

2007-09-22T19:22:00.001-07:00

My Toes!

2007-09-22T14:19:00.000-07:00

My Grandma Carolyn bought me these fancy shoes (she is known for her colorful socks and shoes!). My mom put them on me for the first time today while she was changing my diaper. I LOVE THEM! I didn't want to
stop grabbing at my feet.

Exersaucer

2007-09-20T17:10:00.000-07:00

Good Morning

2007-09-20T17:06:00.000-07:00

My New Walker

2007-09-18T17:24:00.000-07:00

I have a new toy!! You wouldn't believe how much I have improved in just a few days! Only a bit more practice and I will be FLYING around this house. I am so happy we have tile EVERYWHERE!!