Sunday, December 21, 2014

Addy's First Christmas Program

I'm pretty sure my heart melted at Addy's program. This girl has come so far in 6 short months. So far. We kicked off the night with the annual Santa picture (see previous post) and then headed to the program a little early. Enough time for these super shy girls (ha!) to play with the microphone…

We snapped a couple of quick pictures because let's be honest, Ava was in a dress. 


As we waited for sweet little Addy to take the stage, I heard Ava say "I really don't like these chairs" and I saw this. And cracked up!!

And then this munchkin came struttin' out like she owned the place. Because doesn't she??



She was amazing! And while she couldn't say the words completely, she knew what she was singing. And the dancing. Let's not forget the dancing. Great job, Addycakes!!! Mama and Daddy love you!!!

Saturday, December 13, 2014

Piper has a sister!!!

My dear friend Courtney (Piper's mom) is now the proud mama of Emery Eden. I'm so over the moon in love with this family! We headed over to meet baby Emery and hang out with Piper, who is seriously so sweet and has the cutest little voice. The girls got along really well considering the significant age difference. But they have one common bond, Paw Patrol!


And if you want to see how adorable Baby Emery is, you will have to wait. Because why would I take a picture???? And then not realize until we are home. 

The Official Santa Picture 2014

We headed to Bass Pro for the annual Santa picture. For the first time, we were very impressed with the Santa they had. The girls couldn't even "get" on his lap. He didn't say two words to them. But I'm pretty sure Addy was ok with all of this.

And here it is! Bahahahaha!!!




Happy Birthday, Rozalyn!

Last Saturday we were were so excited to attend Rozzie's birthday party! It was an early party at Chick Fil A, which was awesome because no one was there! We had the place to ourselves basically. We had a wonderful time and appreciate being invited!



HappY Birthday, Roz! And I'm looking forward to your actual birthday and the special surprise the Mama's have planned! Love you!!!

My Little Daredevil


Six months ago in China, Addy couldn't stand to be anywhere near water. She would absolutely freak out in the tub, which disappointed Ava so much. She was waiting for ages to take a bath with her. Slowly but surely, she has adapted to the water and now LOVES the bath. And is so used to it that she decided this past week at swim lessons that she would JUMP off the diving board. Oh yes, she did. 




I know the picture is terrible but I'm no photographer and the lighting in that place is horrible!

#houghtalinggirls

I thought it was time to blow the dust of the computer and update the blog. I feel like i have been having a hard time keeping up lately. Well, I guess I have. Haha!

Everyone is good and gearing up for the big holiday! We have a set date for Addy's surgery, January 16th. As much pain as I know she will be in, we are super excited for this next step. This is going to make a huge difference in this little girls life!


Nothing makes me happier than little footed pajamas. And these two girls rockin' them? Full heart!

We have been invaded by this little elf. We had one before but Ava was afraid of him and we got rid of it. And now that she has one in school, she had to have one. Meet Barry. Yes, she named him Barry. 
We forgot to move him the first night. I have no words. But it hasn't been too bad and is a great way to snap them into shape. The biggest hassle? Keeping little Addy's sticky fingers off of him so he doesn't lose magic. We've already had to use oven mitts to move him and sprinkle cinnamon on him so he got his magic back. 

Sleeping has always been an issue in this house. And not much has changed. The girls are still sleeping on the mattress on the floor. But they end up in our bed almost every night. And I have a confession. I may have let them the last three nights because these girls are like personal heaters. I'm so cold when I go to bed and to snuggle right up to those warm bodies puts me right to sleep. But the positions they sleep in? I could do without. 


Ava and Addy received special mail this week. They were super excited to learn they were both on the nice list!

As I mentioned, we are well! With these two little faces, how can you not be?

Saturday, December 6, 2014

Penguins!!!


Last Saturday I took these 2 little Buckeye fans to see the Penguin movie! 
Ava loved it and Addy did surprisingly well! She hopped up on my lap about half way through. Not too bad for her first movie!

One Tree Hill Tour