Our baby is a year old.... it has been 2 weeks since her party and I still can't wrap my head around that. Where did the time go? How is she already standing without holding on, how is she already say "HI" to every person that walks by her in a store? Is this really my Payton who was just born? I can't help but cry at the thought of time passing by so quickly. I wish I could bottle up every moment. I have the hardest time while at work. I think about her all day, and all the things that I am missing out on with her.
Payton does something new everyday. The newest, she says "hi" and "uh-oh" She stands with out holding on, but she will not try to walk unless you re holding her hand. She makes a great funny face,still loves to eat, and if there was any doubt of her being my child, your fears can lay to rest. She LOVES olives. Black and Green! So far the only food that she is not a fan of is spinach. I try all the time because I love it, but it's not happening. She is a Daddy's girl big time! If hes around, I don't exist. One night he was holding her and I sat down next to them and put my head on Eric's shoulder, Payton took her hand and pushed my head off! What a stinker!
She is still a great sleeper, going to bed by 8:00 and waking up by 7:00. This week we have taken away the pacifier, I thought that this was going to cause many sleepless nights. Much to my surprise, she's has done great! We had some crying the first day, but each day since was better that the one before. Today she took both naps and went to bed for the night with out tears!
The week leading up to her birthday was a busy one with work. All I wanted to do was focus on her big day and getting ready, but it just wasn't in the cards for me. I was so glad to have mom come Thursday night, so on Friday we did it all! I was a basket case, but it all came together with the help of family and friends! It was such a great party.
I ordered an adorable tutu for her and had a onsie embroidered. She looked like a little doll. The party was held at park right near our house, which was perfect for going back and forth with all the last minute decorating. James hussled and got my house as presentable as it could be ( god bless him) while Katie, mom, Debbie and I got the park ready. Payton loved her cake, and even tgried to share with everyone around her. I don't think she could get any cuter! IT was a PERFECT day. Thank you everyone for making it so speacial. Payton is a lucky little girl.
