First Steps

Well, she did it! She finally took the plunge and headed for the Jesus Loves Me book on two feet! We knew she has had the skill for quite sometime now, but she was just nervous to use it.

On May 19th she decided it was time. We went from falling on the ground in a tantrum if you let go of her hand to "Don't touch me I want to walk by myself!" in a matter of 5 min. Ever since, she has been roaming everywhere, and wants down ALL the time. Her dancing skills have also improved now that she stays up longer and has better balance. It's too cute. If music is on you will find her arms waving and her leg kicking! I'm so proud of her new found joy!...So is she!

OK I can do this....



Concentrating very hard




Success!!...And very proud of it!


A girl of many faces

Mother's Day

Today we celebrate our Mothers and all that they have done for us. I feel so privileged to be a part of this day. As I woke up this morning and got ready to go to breakfast, I looked at my family and was overwhelmed with happiness. This is what I have always dreamed of. To have a happy family. Eric is so amazing, he makes me feel so special and loved, my daughter is the most beautiful little girl and has changed my life. Being her mom is the best thing that has happened to me. Life is good :)

Last Mother's Day



My how things have changed!

Two of a kind!

Bird Watching

A caught Pay looking out the front window checking out the birds. I love it!

The Old Spaghetti Factory

One night, back in March Eric and I wanted to go out to dinner. I know this is no surprise to anyone, but we could not decide where to go. We almost quit. Then we thought" Oh hey! The Old Spaghetti Factory just opened up, lets try that!" So we went in, got our buzzer, found a place to stand, and there are Debbie and Jeff! It was too funny. They had done the exact same thing we did. Needless to say we all ate dinner. Not the best Italian food, but Payton sure enjoyed it!

Perfetto!


Being Silly