A cute smile goes a long way..

I love this girl and she is really coming into her own personality. We were just playing around in her room one day and she could stop cracking up. I love her laugh, it's very contagious.

Bristol is 9 Months

February 8, 2011

Dear Bristol,

            You just turned 9 months. You are changing at such an accelerated rate now it’s hard to keep up with you. I can’t believe my baby girl is doing so much now. It is amazing to see how fast you have progressed to this point. I love how you have come into your personality and really started to show who you are.

            You are still our sweet girl, who loves to play and be loved. I love the cuddle time we get together. Daddy loves it too. I hope you stay this way forever! Here are your changes this month:

Weight: 19 lbs 3 oz    Height: 29 in

• You are crawling everywhere and getting into everything. You love the crawling up to the TV stand and walking around it.
• You are pointing, clapping and dancing all the time. When ever you want something or someone you point to them. You love dancing to the music.
• You are now saying dada, momma, and duck duck. Finially you said momma. I’ve been waiting for this time! Duck duck is the duck you play with in the bath. You love that duck and you get excited for your baths because of it.
• We went to California this month and you played on the beach for the first time. You loved the sand and of course you wanted to eat it. I didn’t let you.
• You love paper- you rip it to pieces and can play with it for hours.
• You are such a good eater- growing fast and getting big.
• You have such a sweet personality. You know how to get your way with us, already at such a young age.
• You have loved going to the gym daycare. You have fun playing with the other kids.
• You love boys. You get really shy around them at first, but then you start to play and have so much fun.
• You have started to play and interact with other kids. It is fun to see you like this.
• You love pointing at our pictures and giggling. It is so cute that you recognize us.
• You love the mirror and being able to see yourself. I think you now recognize yourself. 
• You still have a small head, 17th percentile. We still love you though!
• You had your very first haircut! I turned out so cut and you hair is getting so thick.

Bristol, we love you so much. You are a wonderful little girl and a blessing in our lives. Your mommy and daddy love you so much and are so grateful for you. We love watching you grow and are excited for the future.

Love always,

Mommy

Fun in the California Sun!

Bris and I headed down to California for an interview at Loma Linda University. We were able to spend 4 days with my sis, Katie, too. That was a great bonus. We had so much fun- pool time, the beach in Malibu, visiting the tourist attractions, great shopping, and just enjoying the wonderful 75 degree weather. I love California! I am just hoping that our little family will be making the move in the near future. Here are just some pictures from our adventure.

(Sam had to stay in Utah to work, we missed him dearly!)

 Loma Linda University

 Visiting the tourist attrctions in/around LA- LA temple, Santa Monica, Hollywood and Sprinkles- the yummy cupcakery on the Food Network!

Beach time in Malibu- Bris loved it! And I loved these cute pictures!!

My Favorite Moments

I could do this all day..

Cannot Get Enough!!

I love this girl. Everyday she does something that makes me laugh- Here's the latest!!

Notice Sam's Christmas present in the background...

Welcome Lilly Henry

Our friends, Heather and Scott, just welcomed their adorable daughter Lilly to the world on Saturday, January 8, 2011. We were able to see them at the hospital. She is absolutely beautiful!

Can you tell I want another?!?

Bristol is 8 Months

01/08/11

Dear Bristol,

    You turned 8 months today and we couldn't be more ecstatic. We love you so much and are loving this time with you. You make us smile every time we look at you. Your personality is showing through now and it's so fun to see. This month brought so many changes-

Weight- 19.1 lbs    Height- 28 in

• Your 7th tooth came in on December 23rd. You have been teething a lot lately.
• You are scooting around so much now.
• You took 2 1/2 crawls on this month and are so close to crawling away.
• You broke your first item in our house- a lamp- that was the same day you crawled for the first time!
• You are so cudly this month- We are eating it up!
• You make this shy face when we catch you doing something- It's so stinking cute- You put your hand up to your mouth like you are trying to hide something!
• You had your very first Christmas- You loved the wrapping paper and bows, of course!
• You are so close to pulling yourself up to stand.
• You are rolling around everywhere- this is your preferred mode of transportation.
• You are clapping your hands now and get excited when you do so. 
• You love playing patty-cake with mommy.
• You love to sing songs and clap your hands.
• You are now in a toddler car seat- no more infant carrier for you- your legs were hanging off.
• You are a great sleeper and eater- you love all the new foods you are getting to eat.
• You give great slobbery kisses- I love them!
• You are starting to dance with the beat- It's amazing that babies just innately know how to dance.
• You are not shy with anyone- we can hand you off and you love to get to know new people.
• You still jump with loud noises- sometimes you cry. 

Bristol, you are changing so much as each day passes. You are growing up way too fast, but this is by far the most fun we have had with you. You love to interact with us and be in on all of our doings. I love that you are so in tune with us and your surroundings. This month has brought so much joy to our lives, especially spending your first Christmas together. You are such a sweet girl and we love you so much. 

Love always,
Mommy

{Thanks Nanna for the Ducks outfit- too bad they lost}