Social Butterfly!

Wow! April is almost over and it's been filled visiting with family and friends. Baker enjoyed visiting her Aunt Emily. She was visiting from Asheville. I told Baker she could still love Aunt Emily, even though she's going to become a Gamecock this fall.



BeBe and Grandan made a trip to Seneca to babysit (spoil) Baker and Kota while Lacy and I made a trip to Hilton Head for the Heritage.

Being social includes socializing with the animals! She loves Gigi's cats. (Popi doesn't claim the cats)

Baker was showing a little attitude with her Godparents, Len and Nicole.

Baker didn't know what to think of baby Grayson. Len and Nicole are foster parents and it was our first time meeting, 4 month old, Grayson. He is such a sweetheart, but Baker was not very happy that another child was getting attention.

Baker went to her cousin, Jackson's, 1st birthday party. She loved seeing her Granny, cousins and eating cake!

Baker and Emma finally had a play-date! They had so much fun eating a Happy Meal, playing with bubbles, and going on a wagon ride around the neighborhood.

Grandma and Grandpa made a visit to Seneca to spend some time with Baker. She was not in the mood for taking pictures.

Pure Happiness!

To say that Baker loves animals would truly be an understatement. She was in heaven when we visited Lacy's dad, Grandy.
I wish I would've recorded her squeal when she found the box of 8 kittens.

There was no hesitation. She quickly picked up any kitten that didn't get away from her.
I encourage her to enjoy every moment because we were not taking one home. Kota would love to have one for a snack.

Poor Tigger! He's such a good sport.

Easter!

This was our 1st holiday celebration at home as a family. We usually are out of town visiting family, but we figured it was time to start a few of our own family traditions.

(I guess this means I'm growing up?)It was fun playing the Easter Bunny! (Can you tell the Easter Bunny is addicted to children's books?) She even left Lacy a basket! Pistachios and Reese's Eggs..his favorite.
Of course Baker went to the food 1st!

This is Baker's pitiful, helpless, could you please open this, look!

Oh..how adorable that big head would look with a beautiful bow on it. Maybe next Easter!

This is Lacy's favorite picture. It looks like they're telling each other some good stories!

Love Kota! He is always watching over (or should I say under?) her!

Gracen turns 2!

On Saturday, we had a wonderful afternoon celebrating Gracen's 2nd birthday. We enjoyed time with family and delicious food!
Baker was entertained all afternoon with all her cousins' fun outside toys. It's easy to see why Madison and Gracen "live" outside!

Gracen enjoyed showing Baker proper trampoline etiquette.
These two are going to have many fun years ahead of them. They are seven months apart, and really do enjoy each other. I wish Gracen could share some of her hair with Baker.

Bye! Bye!

On the Hunt!

Baker showed her competitive side this year as she participated in 2 Easter egg hunts! And..she's off! Basket, bunny, and sippy cup! Nice form Baker!
She had to take a little water break during the hunt!

It was so cute..every time she'd bend over to pick up an egg, her little ruffles would flip up!

Our good friends, The Crawford's, invited us over for dinner and an Easter egg hunt on Sunday. They even had an Easter basket filled with goodies for Baker. We had such a good time!

Landon turns 2 in June. He was sharing some of his kisses with Baker.

Saturday morning, Baker had her 1st Easter egg hunt in Clemson. She was a little nervous with all the commotion, but once she picked up her 1st egg..it was on!

Emma, Baker, and Landon
I love this picture! Emma has her own plan.

So does Baker..she decided to take Emma's basket.

Oh my gosh!! Is this not the scariest bunny you've ever seen! Look!! Looking at this picture, makes me feel bad for leaving Baker to take the picture!

After the Easter egg hunt, Baker had so much fun on the playground. The girl has no fear!