Saturday, December 27, 2008

Thank you Baby Genius...

ImageImageImageThis is the happiest and quietest Bella has been in two days. Thanks to these Baby Genius nursery rhymes dvd's I got her for her birthday. I put that dvd on repeat and sat her in her new comfy chair with a bowl of snacks and she has been content ever since. We're going on just over an hour now. This is heaven!! She has been whining and screaming for the past two days. It's so sad cause I know she's in pain but I can't stand it anymore. I miss my happy fun sweet baby!!

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

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ImageOpening her new jammies on Christmas eveImageOur delicious Christmas breakfastImageImageImageOur Christmas was great minus having a very sick baby. Bella has an ear infection and has had a fever of 103 and 104 for the past 3 days. The fever finally broke yesterday, which is a relief. But she is still pretty fussy, just wants to be held.

We spent Christmas at home and it was so nice. We woke up, opened our gifts and had a big delicious breakfast! Then we just lounged and played with Bella (well as much as she would play). Later in the afternoon the Grandparents came over and we opened more gifts and had dessert.

I love Christmas but I'm glad it's over. And I'm happy to say my tree and other decor is all down and put away!!

Bring on the New Year!!!

Sunday, December 21, 2008

The "Party"

ImageThe cake table
ImageGiant cupcake cake, that I made! It turned out so perfect!
ImageProud Mama and Dada
ImageNot quiet sure what to do with it.
ImageOkay, this is pretty good!!
ImagePushing her new stroller and baby around
ImagePresents
ImageLook at all those gifts. This girl was too spoiled!!!
ImageBirthday girl!!!

Bella's birthday party was everything I wanted it to be. Everything looked so beautiful and the cake turned out! Bella had a wonderful day and got so many great gifts!
Thank you to all our family that came.

I still can't believe my baby is 1. This past year has gone by way to fast! Bella is so amazing!! She is turning into a little girl right before our eyes. It is truly amazing to watch her learn and grow. We love her more than anything!!!


Friday, December 19, 2008

Happy 1st Birthday!!!

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Bella is the sweetest, happiest baby. We love and adore her so much! She is so friendly, she loves to wave and smile at everyone. People just love her. She draws a crowd wherever we go.
And she's always the life of the party!
We let her open one present today since it is her birthday. But the real fun and craziness will be tomorrow at her birthday party.

1 year stats:
weight- 19 lbs 6 oz 25th percentile
height- 30 inches 90th percentile
6 teeth

Happy birthday our sweet baby angel! We love you so much!! We are so proud of you and we are so extremely blessed to be your parents!!


Thursday, December 18, 2008

SNOW

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There is crazy amounts of snow. It's amazing....I'm not even mad!

What I would like to know though, is why the hell nobody plows the roads around here?!?!

Wednesday, December 17, 2008

3 Years....

ImageOf marital bliss!!!

I love you babe, happy anniversary!!!

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Santa Claus

ImageWe took Bella to see Santa for the first time on Monday night. She wasn't quite sure about him....she has her fist ready just in case he tries any funny business.
Mostly I'm just wondering what Santa's wearing. Is this the new Santa? I'm pretty disappointed. I was expecting the big red suite, the hat, and the big belly. What the Crap!
If you're looking for the real Santa, he's not at University Mall!

Monday, December 8, 2008

Early Christmas Celebration

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ImageWe went home to Idaho to Celebrate Christmas with my Family. A little early yes, but it's okay with me, it just makes Christmas last all that much longer. We had such a great time. I love going home, especially around the Holiday's. My Mom does such an amazing job decorating for Christmas. I love it!! We had all my Family together on Saturday night, we ate tons of food, read Christmas stories, did our gift exchange and played games. It was so nice to all be together!

While we were there my Brothers and their wives made Bella a cake for her Birthday since they will not be able to come celebrate with us on her actual B-day in a couple of weeks. That was so thoughtful, thank you.

Bella and I were able to spend most of the week there. We had such a good time and Bella is such a good little house guest. She had so much fun playing with her cousin. And I loved being able to spend so much time with my Family. Thanks for having us!!!

Monday, December 1, 2008

Thanksgiving....

ImageWell Thanksgiving was great. The food was wonderful and the pumpkin pie was to die for. And Bella was a total hit and the life of the party as always! She did look super cute if I do say so myself!!
However, the weekend was not so sweet. I got sick on Friday and was sick through the weekend. Throwing up all over, amongst other things...I'll spare you the details. I felt bad cause it was Eric's Birthday on Saturday so his B-day festivities were put on hold. He was so great though. He put me right to bed and handled everything. He cleaned, he cooked, he took total care of Bella and me for 2 days. He's so great! Thanks again honey for all you did and do!!

It's the most Wonderful time of the year!!

ImageImageImageNow that Thanksgiving has come and gone it's time for Christmas, so hang those stockings, put up that tree, turn those lights on and BLAST that Christmas music!!! I love it!!!
And I have to say I'm loving that we have NO snow. It's awesome! Keep these warm days coming!!

Bella and I are off to Idaho tomorrow for the rest of the week. I'll have lots and lots of pics when we get back. My Mom always decorates her house so amazingly! I absolutely love going home during the Holiday season!!!


Thursday, November 27, 2008

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

This Thanksgiving day I am so thankful for.....

1. my precious baby Bella
2. my Husband
3. my Family (I wish I was able to be with them today)
4. my in-laws
5. my health
6. my home
7. my cars
8. Eric's job

Today is a day to forget the diets and the calorie counting. So put on your loose jeans and enjoy all the stuffing, potatoes, yams, turkey, ham and all those delicious pies!!! Enjoy being with Family and celebrating this time together!! Gobble...Gobble....

I want to wish everyone a Happy and Safe Thanksgiving!!

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

I just love her!!!

ImageShe has the best facial expressions. Hah hahah!!! I lover her little face so much!!!

Friday, November 14, 2008

A week in the life....

ImageLovin her two favorite things...Na Na and blankie
ImageShe loves to be outside no matter how cold it is!
ImageFamily time!
ImageHelping Dad get the Christmas lights ready
ImageShe found a new way to sleep, not so comfy looking!
ImageWent bowling with Grandma and Grandpa for family night
ImageBig Cheeser!!!
ImageReading.....she loves books!!
ImageAnd lastly, she's found some of her old binki's. She stopped taking them when she was like 5 or 6 months. Now she wants to have one in her mouth all the time. Is that weird? I think she just likes the way they feel on her teeth!

Monday, November 10, 2008

One word Tag

I was tagged by my favorite Sister Rachel.
The rules with this tag: Answer the following questions using just one word and tag seven people.

Where is your cell phone? pocket
Where is your significant other? work
Your hair color? brown
Your mother? beautiful
Your father? interesting
Your favorite thing? laughter
Your dream last night? CRAZY
Your dream/goal? $$$
The room you’re in? office
Your hobby? playing?
Your fear? dying
Where do you want to be in 6 years? home
Where were you last night? home
What you’re not? mean
One of your wish-list items? boots
Where you grew up? Idaho
The last thing you did? ate
What are you wearing? slippers
Your TV? off
Your pet? mercedes
Your computer? useful
Your mood? happy
Missing someone? yes
Your car? big
Something you’re not wearing? clothes
Favorite store? target
Your summer? fast
Love someone? yes
Your favorite color? pink
When is the last time you laughed? today
Last time you cried? donno


tagging---everyone on my list,

Thursday, November 6, 2008

Mama....what is it???

ImageImageImageYesterday we woke up to lots of snow! Bella was fascinated by it! She was at the back door all day. And of course she tried to sneak out several times.
I think the snow is so pretty but I hate it! I'm so not a winter person. You'd think I'd be used to it and love it since I grew up in Idaho and live in Utah, but no, I really hate winter. I wish it could just snow the week of Christmas and then be done. I hate that it is the longest season we have! Oh well it's here for the next 4 to 6 months....Awesome!

Saturday, November 1, 2008

Halloween

I took Bella to the Dr. early in the day and found out she has a severe sinus infection. So we are quarantined to our house for the weekend, Doctors orders. So basically our Halloween was a lot of sitting on the couch and eating/giving out candy. I really wanted to get Bella dressed up and take her around to a couple houses, I guess that will have to wait until next year. ImageDad's asleep, I think I'll dump out all the candy!!
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ImagePoor Bella baby is so sick. She sounds awful, she can't breath so she doesn't want to eat. She has a horrible cough, and she has been throwing up! So it's been a tough couple of days. However she did sleep for 12 hours last night. That was a miracle! She just wants to be held and loved all day. But that's ok, I'll take her snuggles any time!