Big Girl Bed!

Sunday night was Baker's 1st night in her "big girl bed". I planned for her to have a night of rambling in the toys, leaving her room, and of course falling out of the bed. With these anticipations, I decided to finish up some school work in the living room. That way I could hear all her happenings that night. I did jump out of the chair when I heard a big bang that was followed by a screaming for "ice". I rushed in with a Mickey Mouse ice pack and a hug. That did it, she was out for the night! Night 2 was great! No playing or falling, just sleeping soundly. After night 3, this is what I woke up to. Bless her heart! She just rolled out the bed and kept sleeping. Good thing Lacy was watching out for her by adding 2 king size comforters to her floor. It made for a safe landing.
She loves her bed and is so proud to be a big girl! We're proud too, just a little sad that she's really growing up!

Christmas Parts 3,4,and 5

After this Christmas, I hope Baker doesn't think that Christmas last for 3 days! This year we decided to start our own family traditions and stay home. After Christmas we made a trip to Williston to celebrate with the grandparents. I think Baker was most excited about Santa leaving a little piece of the cookie we left for him. Her first words that morning were asking if she could finish Santa's cookie!

Santa knew what he was doing by giving her all the necessities for taking care of her babies.

Baker enjoyed visiting her cousin Sadye (not that you can tell from this picture) while we celebrated Christmas with Bebe and GranDan.

A rare moment! (Not for Lacy! Just kidding, I couldn't resisit!) Baker is actually sitting still!

Next stop was Christmas at Gigi's and Popi's.

Caught stealing the cookies!

I think we need to practice pouring! Good thing there was nothing in the teapot. I don't see waitressing in Baker's future.

Baker's first lesson, with Uncle Nick, on playing the ukulele.

Christmas Part 2

This is Christmas Part 2. Christmas Part 1 was at Grandma and Grandpa's house, but I forgot my camera. We had a wonderful time celebrating an early Christmas with Colin and Mary. They made a stop in Seneca during their Christmas Tour of the South. We enjoyed every moment with them and miss them so much!

Baker also enjoyed a visit from one of her best buddies, Emma. These two always have so much fun together. Emma's mom and I were roommates in college, so it's only natural that they love being together.

Dreaming of a White Christmas

It has snowed each year since Baker was born. This might not seem significant, but in the south, it's a big deal. Having a white Christmas this year was the most memorable and we took advantage of the moment. The snow started falling Christmas evening and the next morning Baker hit the ground running!

Glad the fashion police were not on patrol!

Guess who wasn't happy to go inside!

Moments with Daddy

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Baker was holding on to Lacy for dear life after the 1st and last attempt to sit on Santa's lap.

Enjoying breakfast with Daddy at the "kid's table".

Baker used the packaging from a blanket, as a hat. She loves to mimic Lacy.

1st Music Lessons

A few weeks ago, Baker and I made a trip to see Grandma and Grandpa. While we were visiting, Baker got a few good pointers on playing the piano and the cello. Baker's first piano lesson with her great-grandmother. Check out the video below.

Baker's first cello lesson with Grandma.


Sorry, no musical lessons from Grandpa. Just plenty of love and attention!



The video is a little dark, but you get the idea.

We're Back!

To life's been busy is an understatement! Between traveling, being sick, a new job (for Lacy), work, and school we've been on overload. Things are settling down and I'm excited to be back to blogging. Baker turned 2 last week and I have noticed that she is no longer a baby and it has made me very, very sad!

On Monday, Baker gave all her bop-bops to Baby Will and the other babies at daycare. I think it was just as hard for me as it was for her. It was her last piece of being a baby! We've had 2 rough nights and I hope that the 3rd night is a charm!