Princess Grace

The Schmidts gave Grace a pretty princess dress up ensemble for the holidays. One night she dragged it all out and wanted to get dressed. She wore just about every item including the clip on ear rings. With her magic wand and her royal subject Ralph by her side, she ruled the kingdom known as her bedroom for a good 10 minutes.

We decided to get Grace a child size table and chairs for the kitchen. She sits in something similar at daycare and thought she would enjoy sitting and having snack at one at home. She has fun moving the chairs around and getting them in just the right spot before sitting down for 5 seconds. Only to get back up and run on to the next thing.

She now has 3 teeth and we can see that the others are going to be coming in very soon. She took longer than some children to get them and is making up for it now. A new one has appeared every 7 days so far.

Current words: Dada, Mama, Moo and No

New words: cracker, Al (our dog)

opinions: many- shakes her head yes and no when she does and does not want something

Latest is that she grew 2 inches and gained 2 pounds in 3 months- we mujst be doing something right.

He's a Baby magnet

I'd like to put a shout out to Paul Ford. He came to Seattle for the Holidays and it was great to see him. Grace took to him from the minute he walked in the door. At one point she reached up and asked him to pick her up. Then as they sat together in a chair she proceeded to fall asleep. I have never seen Grace do this before and it was priceless. Paul- you are such a baby magnet!

Christmas 2007

Grace had a great Christmas. She has learned how to open up gifts- one piece at a time. I swear she takes after my Dad as the world's slowest gift opener! He always did it just to get a rise out of us. Among the many toys- all but one makes noise (thanks guys) and clothes, she is again set on fun, learning and fashion for a long time.

I am sure as the years go on she will enjoy opening gifts and actually understanding what she got. For now, paper and boxes are just so much fun.

Scott's family all got together at Shaun and Karianne's. There was a lot of food and Grace again was drawn to potatoes and cranberry Jezebel sauce. Take a look at the pictures- she really has taken to everyone.

Grace's First Holiday Party

Each year my local branch manager Tom and I plan and put on our annual holiday party and it was this past saturday night. I think everyone had a great time and those who had not met Grace finally got to see her. The outfit I had her in was one I had purchased about a year and half ago- yes that long ago. I guess I somehow knew we had to have a little girl someday to put this on. Thankfully it fit. Cashmere is definately her yarn of choice!

Scott was able to get a picture of her in her carseat right before they left. She looks excited to be all dressed up. Yes, you do see a furry leopard print coat in the picture. She looks adorable in it. Every little girl needs a leopard print coat.

Grace's First Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving was a great day. Grace's first of many. We have so much to be thankful for- especially for our journey of bringing Grace home coming to completion. Thankful she is healthy and a happy, happy little girl.

Grace tried many differant things on Thanksgiving- potatoes, candied yams, cranberry sauce and her new favorite, pumpkin pie. It hasn't been too difficult trying new foods with her. She likes just about everything.

This girl is very fond of the camera and having her picture taken. Not the slightest bit camera shy. I think we have found a new baby sitter for Grace- Sherry, you better watch out- Cal is up for the job!

Walk Baby Walk!!

Grace is well on her way to walking. Somehow I think running is not too far behind. She is also getting more sensative as her teeth are trying their darndest to come in. Our little angel turns into baby-zilla very easily. Come on teeth- I want my baby back!

Maggie and Grace are friends. Especially when Grace is throwing Cheerios.

Our Little Flamingo

Grace was a flamingo for halloween and she was just adorable. Scott said she cried when he tried the costume on her- because of the hood she wore. But as soon as she looked at herself in the mirror she smiled a big smile and all was well. Grace went to some of the neighbors to show off her duds. They all though she was the best costumed child. Somehow she even came home with candy. I am not sure how she is going to eat it- she has no teeth. I guess I will ask Scott (the chocoholic) about it. Hmmm...... Grace also visited Cindy and Chelsea at work to see the animals and show her costume to everyone.