Happy Birthday Avery!!

I can't believe my little girl is 2 today! Being her mother is so much more than I could ever have imagined. I truly thank God everyday that he has given me this joy and this responsibility. I am constantly amazed at everything she does, says, learns and shares. I just can't wait for the next one to join our family and we can see how our joy doubles and watch Avery develop into a big sister. I have has so many blessings in my life but my family of Ryan, Avery and baby girl have really been the best parts of my life.

Here are some pictures from this morning when I woke her up. I don't think she liked being disturbed or my singing. Don't worry, it wasn't long before she was smiling! I know they are having a party for her at Lani's today so I can't wait to see how that goes.

Mmmm that's good...

Just a few cute pics and sayings from Avery. I wake up every morning just wondering what she'll do today. On Thursday I made some chocolate chip cookies so I gave her a little taste of cookie dough. Off the couch she went, into the kitchen and pulled her stool over to the bowl. She picked up the spatula, licked it, looked at me and said "mmmm, that's good" Needless to say I laughed quite a bit and she licked the spatula clean!
She's also developing quite an opinion. In the car today she said "no sing mommy, no sing mommy" Now, since I wasn't singing I assumed she meant the radio so I turned it off and she was happy.

We've also really developed a bedtime routine that she loves. We've always read a book every day but now I get in bed with her and she loves it. I took some pictures because my friends think I'm crazy but it's really no different than getting into a toddler bed, we just have "bars" around us. Truly it will be easier when she goes to her "big girl" bed next month. Plus then Ryan can get in bed too as he won't even attempt the crib no matter how much she asks. (Now that would be a picture I'd like to see...)

The other is a pic of Avery relaxing watching Sesame Street. She always puts her legs up like that and I thought it was too funny.

I can't wait for tomorrow to see what's next!

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My funny Avery

I made the mistake of turning the water on in the tub and then letting it fill while I was in the kitchen. This is what I found when I walked back in. She was a bit confused as to what happened but sure looks cute! Needless to say if I fill and leave I close the bathroom door so she can't get in. I do know that this could be dangerous.



This is just Avery relaxing on the couch watching Sesamie Street. Just thought she was cute all curled up with Pooh.