It is always refreshing to travel to California in the summer and escape the heat while also visiting family and friends. I wish we could come more often, but since we have a baby that tests our patients in the car, it makes a 4 hour car ride very long. We do what we can, and chose to travel at night while she slept. Here are a few pictures from our weekend.
Snack time on the kitchen floor
Cousins playing in the pool
Like Father like Daughter snacking on some cookies
Lounging in the pool
What is this thing they call grass?
Loving hotel life
It's always hard to come back, but nice to be home in our own beds. Leila did great for always being on the go. We hope to come out again soon, and actually make it to the beach and play in the sand.
Wow baby girl, you are 10 months old! I know everyone has said time goes by so fast, but I really can't believe I am starting to plan your 1st birthday party. You are our most precious baby girl and are growing and changing everyday. You are SO much fun and so full of energy! You've mastered crawling, pulling yourself up, standing alone, and have even taken a few steps. Now that you are more mobile, you are everywhere and into everything. You started clapping today and whenever I say, "Yeaaaa Leila," you stop what you are doing and clap for yourself with a huge smile on your face. You babble and talk more and have added "ba ba" when you wave bye bye. You love music and dance every time you hear a song. Surprisingly you have more rhythm than your mommy! Your 6th tooth has just sprouted and during this whole teething process, you've been quite a trooper. We've had lots of drool, hands in your mouth, gnawing on toys, but not a lot of fussing. You want to be so independent and have gotten pretty good at feeding yourself just about anything on your tray. So far blueberries, black beans, and broccoli are your favorites. I am still breastfeeding, and if it was up to you, you'd probably never stop. I love the bond we have, and that you love it so much, but part of me would love to wean you. The day is coming soon. You've always been a pretty good sleeper. Some naps and nights are better than others, but typically you do give us 6 hours of sleep before you wake up, get your milk and go back to sleep for another 5. I really can't complain, although it's quite a wonderful thing when you sleep straight through the night. You have certainly changed our lives for the better, Leila Sophia. We can't imagine our life without you and strive everyday to provide you a healthy and happy life! Happy 10 months LaLa. We love you to the moon and back forever!
Here's Leila taking a few steps. She will work for food. I am feeding her a breakfast bar.
When I was little I used to have an imaginary friend named Jockley. He was named after my love for broccoli. For dinner tonight I made a roasted chicken, potatoes and broccoli and little Leila wouldn't stop shoveling the little green trees in her mouth. She is becoming quite the little eater!
My name is Lisa. I live in Lake Havasu, Arizona with my wonderful husband Adam. We enjoy our home and our life together. We have toddler that just turned 2, and a baby on the way due in a couple months. I work part time as a Labor & Delivery Nurse at a rural hospital. Everyday I enjoy delivering and cuddling with little babies. I am new to blogging, and am excited to stay close to family and friends!
Lounging in the pool
