Just for Chris

Hello everyone!

Chris wanted me to share this picture since everyone seems to like it. Its posted in a previous blog, but he's proud of it...and so am I :) One of the more special moments...



She's 5 months in that one. Spending quality time with Daddy :)

And also some pictures I had to take of Kaelah tonite. She was just too cute. Unfortunately the camera is running out of batteries. (Have I ever mentioned I H-A-T-E this camera? It takes the crappiest pictures sometimes.)




Anyway, she fell asleep right before bathtime, (notice the remnant of sweet potato on her face.) And the cutest part is that she fell asleep with all her toys, (cell phone by her side--aww just like Mommy!) and also right on top of her new favorite blankie. (More pics of that to come.)

♥

Em

As promised...

Happy Halloween! Here she is in her costume.

In case its not obvious, press the arrow on the right side of the picture to view the slide show faster.

My Cuddle Bug

It's days like today where I love to stay at home. I was sitting on the couch with Kaelah this morning. I was watching TV and she was playing with her home-made toy, (an empty container with some coins inside)when she stopped playing, grabbed my arm and nuzzled close while sucking her thumb. Its the best feeling in the world to know that someone can love you so much. So I looked down, and squeezed her tight and said, "I love you, my little cuddle bug."

She quickly pushed me away and continued playing with her toy. *sigh*

I can just imagine her teenage years now... ;)

A little picture to tide you over till I have more...

Another "Milestone"

Chris and I decided it was time to lower Kaelah's crib. We both walked upstairs to get Kaelah from her afternoon nap yesterday, to find her on her hands and knees. That means she'll soon be grabbing on the rails to pull herself up! Eeek!

So sad!! I dont want my little mooshy to get bigger! Its hard for me to wrap my mind around the fact that she's 8 months and almost crawling. I keep thinking, 4 more months and she'll be a year old! Where the heck did the time go? Everyone, literally everyone said, "cherish these moments, because before you know it she'll be grown." I didnt think anything of it until yesterday. You all were right!

Since I cant really think of a clever way to end this post, I'll end it with one word:

Blah.

Happy 8 Months!

Wow, little girl is 8 months today. Where does the time go? Still no teeth, but when you look at the front of her gums you can see the outlines of two little teefers trying to peek thorugh. So, with any luck maybe we'll have some soon?

We got a high chair yesterday! Pa-Pa, (my father) bought us one, and with a ton of hassle from Walmart it finally arrived at our door. She loves it and for the first time in a loooong time, we decided to eat dinner at our little pub table. Best dinner I've had in a while and not because of the food.

Enjoy the pictures. Looking back on the day she was born till now, she's come a long way, and has changed so much.

Teething

Little girl is teething this week. Actually I think she's been teething for a few months now, and still she has nothing to show for it. I just put her down for a nap after giving her some Motrin and teething tablets. Everyone swears by the tablets, but I dont see a difference. Haha. In case you dont know what those are, they are homeopathic dissolvable tablets that you put under their tongue. Its supposed to get rid of the pain, but I personally dont think it helps. I use Orajel sparingly because I hear it can harden the gums and make it that much more difficult for the teeth to come through.

Better news is that she is practicing to walk! She loves to stand up, and when you hold her arms, she will take steps! I'll get a video and some pictures up of that real soon. My thinking is that we'll have a walker in just a couple months!

Krissi's Visit to Atlanta!

I know this is a little out of order seeing that Krissi visited us before we went to NY, but I was waiting on some pictures.

We loved having Krissi here! It was nice to have someone from home to talk to all the time, as well as an extra hand with the baby! I dont think I realized just how lonely I was during the day.

Anyway, even though it was rainy most of the time she was here, we still had a blast. Even if I did get a busted lip from Krissi punching me...HAHAHA, just kidding, it was from bella's leash. Thats another story you can ask me for later.

Aunt Krissi and Kaelah

Kaelah in her shirt that says, "Aunt Krissi Will Let Me"

Eeyore Costume...almost outgrown

Loving her duckie!

Lookin cute

Getting ready for her first Braves game

Kaelah and her new pool toy...we have yet to try it out!

Sleepy girl

Mommy and Kaelah go to NY!

Hi everyone!

Kaelah and I just got back from a much needed trip to NY. Kaelah had never met her "Pa-Pa" (my father) or her Aunt Claire, as well as many other family and friends. I havent seen most of my family and friends for about a year and a half.

Here are just a few pictures. I wasnt as diligent with the camera as I would've liked to be, so I'm waiting for family and friends to send me what they took.


Pa-Pa and Kaelah

Great Grandpa and Kaelah

Great Grandma Deloris and Kaelah

Great Grandma and Kaelah

She was just too cute, I had to take a picture.


We had a great time, and she did so well on the airplane. She loved everyone she met, especially her Aunt Claire. I cant wait to go again!

Ears Pierced!

Kaelah had her ears pierced over the weekend. Thanks to Nanna and Aunt Katie!!

Its been a while...

Hello everyone.

Its been a short while since I've last posted. So much to share with you all. Kaelah is 6 months now. Starting to babble a lot, and throwing a couple "da da's" into her baby talk, and she can sit up all on her own too. Theres a ton more she can do, but I thought I would get on with the pictures.

Kaelah was born through c-section, January 24, 2008 and was 9lbs 12oz.

She's such a joy, and such a good baby. Only cries if she really needs something, and even sleeps through the nite (for now, that is.)

Daddy and Kaelah about 5 months

Loving her carrots!






Here she is at 6 months







We just moved in June, from Beaufort to outside of Atlanta. Chris was officially discharged from the Marine Corps in July. He was offered this excellent job working on industrial sized HVAC units.

There's so much more to tell, but I'll save it for another time. I promise to update this more often!

♥

Em