Saturday, July 16, 2011

Getting Ready for Breanna's Party

July 15, 2011
Playing on the laptop

Breanna's bloomers arrived for her 1st birthday outfit!


July 14, 2011
Trying to get the round block in the box.

Almost lined up right.

The block went in!

Breanna giving her kisses (more like eating Mommy's nose).


July 13, 2011
After a bath with one of Breanna's favorite books!


July 12, 2011
Breanna's first attempt to climb out of the turtle ball pit, of course she then fell.


July 11, 2011
Turning the lights off in the kitchen.
Breanna's 1st birthday dress arrived in the mail from South Carolina!

Close up of Breanna's 1st birthday dress


July 10, 2011
Riding the train and trying to pull up at Gram and Granddad's house

Breanna is getting so close to almost having pigtails! 


July 9, 2011

Breanna and I went to the Cheesecake Factory with my best friend, Ann.  Breanna is wearing her stylish Ralph Lauren polo dress, which Aunt Ann gave to her.  Breanna was also eying Aunt Ann's Tiffany bangle bracelets.  Aunt Ann "promised" to give Breanna those bracelets when she is 5 years old.  Aunt Ann spoils Breanna in that way. 
Breanna and her 'Aunt' Ann

Getting caught playing with the laptop.


July 8, 2011

Happy 11 Months, Breanna!  My how fast the time has gone by.  We're in the final stretch before your 1st birthday!
How cute!

Having a blast on her activity table.


July 7, 2011
Doing our index finger points.  Pointing is her new thing!



July 6, 2011
Getting better at pulling herself up on her My Busy Town

And she is up!

Friday, July 8, 2011

Happy Independence Day

July 5, 2011

Our mini beach vacation is over, and we are back to reality.
Breanna and Daddy at My Gym

Breanna and Mommy at My Gym

Riding on the car, but you were going backwards.



July 4, 2011
Happy Independence Day!

We had another fun day on the beach, but it was our last day at the shore.  Luckily, our hotel gave us free later check out.  We didn't stay for the fireworks, since it would have been passed your bed time and we still would have to drive home 2 hours.  So, we left around 6pm.  We were able to spend most of the having sun at the beach!
Playing with a beach toy

Loving your new beach chair that Mommy buried in the sand

Checking out the seagulls behind our tent

Breanna, Daddy and Mommy at the beach

Being a goof in the ocean

Yep, the water is kind of cold

Mommy loves this picture of you, Breanna



July 3, 2011

Today was day 2 on the beach.  You had a blast!  We met up with some other friends down at the shore that have children around your age.  Unfortunately, all the kids were on different schedules (different meltdown times) and you didn't get to play together too much.  But you did love their chairs.
Practicing pulling up on a beach chair

Trying to grab the camera from Mommy

Scooting away from the photo session

Breanna and Mommy

Breanna and Daddy

Breanna and Mommy

Hanging out in a little beach chair




July 2, 2011

Today was our first official day on the beach.  We arrived around 10:30am and left around 4pm.  We did take some breaks to get lunch and snacks on the boardwalk.  The shade tent was great for keeping us out of the sun.  You were able to play in the sand with the tent's protection.
Nap time on the beach

Playing with some sand

Walking to the ocean

Ocean water hitting your little feet for the first time.  You laughed!

Tasting some sand on your face

Playing in the ocean with Mommy



July 1, 2011

Our first day at the NJ beach!  We arrived during the late afternoon, since Mommy and Daddy had to work.  The traffic wasn't too bad, and you only cried for about 30 minutes of the 2 hour drive to the shore.

Breanna and Mommy on the boardwalk

Nap time on the boardwalk

Breanna giving Daddy a kiss

Second Tooth - Father's Day - Swim Class

June 30, 2011

You are playing with your Sesame Street pop up toy.  You are pretty good at three out of the four different buttons.  Your favorite character is Oscar in the trash can.

Later, Mommy went in your room to check on you.  Your hand was holding onto the side rail.  I decided to put your arm against you so you would not wake up with a stiff arm.  But Mommy just had to get a picture before I moved your arm.






June 29, 2011

Happy 60th Birthday to Grandpa!  His Omaha steaks arrived, today.  In the coming weeks, we will go over for some yummy dinner!  Although, we did not stop by since Grandpa goes to bed early.  Luckily, we celebrated with cake and such the weekend before.

Instead, the three of us went to the pool.


June 28, 2011

This blanket was knit by one of the members at our church.  It's so beautiful.



June 27, 2011

Playing on your activity table just wearing some cloth diaper fluff!



June, 26, 2011
You did #2 in the toilet for the first time!  Mommy is so proud of you!  Yes, Mommy has started getting you used to the toilet.  We are not doing intense potty training by any means.  We just want you to get used to what the toilet is.

Other than that, it was a normal Sunday for us.  We went to church, and then to Gram and Grandpa's house for brunch.  You love riding the red fire engine truck.  This toy was actually Aunt Sarah's as a child, too.  Mommy always knew there was a reason why Gram kept so many of Aunt Sarah's and mine toys.  You love them!  Also, we celebrated Grandpa's 60th birthday!  Although, his actual birthday is on the 29th.





June 25, 2011

Mommy and Daddy had to go to wedding, today.  You spent the day with Gram and Aunt Sarah.  Mommy and Daddy couldn't wait to get back home to you.



June 24, 2011

You are supporting Aunt Sarah's physician assistant medical school.  Aunt Sarah bought you this onesie before you were even born, and now it finally fits you.  Next month, we will be attending Aunt Sarah's graduation.




June 23, 2011

You played with the cat wind chime that is on our back porch.  The chimes are so pretty.  It is something you and Daddy do almost daily before you get ready for bed.

Today, you also got so excited, because you saw our two cats together in the family room.  You were waving your arms like you were conducting an orchestra.  You love Willow and Snowflake.  Every time you see or hear one of the cats, you "at at."  I like to think you are trying to say "cat cat."






June 22, 2011

After Mommy and Daddy got home from work, the three of us went to the local park so you could go on the swing.  You always love the swing, and you never want us to take you out of it.




June 21, 2011

We went to My Gym as usual for Tuesday.  You just love the ball pit.



June 20, 2011

Mommy and Daddy took you to the pediatrician's office.  At daycare, you fell on your nose.  You were scooting and got too much momentum.  We have seen you face plant here at home before, but at daycare you landed on a plastic toy.  Ouch.  Luckily, the pediatrician said it's just a skin abrasion and will likely bruise.  It's not broken, and there's nothing we need to do.  We were just worried and thought it was best to take you just in case.  I guess our pictures will be with a bruise for a while, but hopefully it fades quickly.
Breanna before her accident at daycare

Her poor little nose



June 19, 2011

Happy Father's Day!  We went to church, and then went to Gram and Grandpa's house for another Father's Day celebration.  Unfortunately, we could get you to smile while Grandpa held you.  Breanna, you always cry when Grandpa hold you.  Don't worry though, he doesn't take it personal.

Later, the three of us went to the pool.
Breanna and Grandpa

Breanna and Grandpa

Breanna and Daddy

Breanna walking in the pool



June 18, 2011

Mommy and you went to the YMCA for your first swim class!  You had a blast.  It's too bad we'll have to miss the next two classes because of other plans.

Afterward, the three of us went to the mall to get some Father's Day gifts for Daddy.





June 17, 2011

Mommy came back from West Virginia.  As always, you greeted me with a smile.  At dinner, you were using your spoon like such the big girl.  Mommy is so proud of you, Breanna.



June 16, 2011

Having some chicken and spinach for dinner.  Daddy did get a picture of you, today.



June 12, 2011 through June 16, 2011
Mommy was away for work, again.  Unfortunately, I forgot to remind Daddy to take the pictures for me.  Although, I know Gram took some pictures of you for me.  I will have to get those from her to add here.

However, on June 15, your 2nd tooth came thew while Mommy was away!  Basically one week after your first tooth.