Taking her first steps

Miss A has been pulling herself up and standing by herself for at least a month now.  On the 8th she officially started taking her first steps.  She has been a master of the two step drop and go, but occasionally she gets her confidence up to try a few more.  Last Sunday we were Skyping with Nana (my Mom) and Miss A decided to show off her new skills and I am glad Brad got it on camera to share with the rest of you.

Along with her many steps, she has many words (we'll let you know as soon as we can translate!).  

What is too close or too much?

Our sweet little A has not watched much TV since she was born.  She has watched the occasional Baby Einstein, maybe once or twice a month, but recently (aka, since she has become mobile) she has indulged in this American addiction more than I would like to share.  I have to say it has been the only way I have figured out how to get a few chores done around the house without turning around and finding her at the stairs, in Bailey's bowls, Bailey's bed, etc.

These videos of her do not really make me feel like I should be letting her watch TV, but if anyone has any suggestions on how to keep a mobile curious girl out of everything, I would love the advice!

( I did not let her stay like this, she crawled up to the console and stopped there and I had to get it on video.)

(I tell ya, shameful huh!  But really, she is learning something from watching Baby Einstein right?!!)

What a good eater

Miss A has been eating very well for the past couple months.  She had me worried because she would just swallow her food and did not want to chew so we have had many upside down moments with her!  She finally figured out she could enjoy her food a little more if she would chew, so she has been able to try a whole new gamut of foods and has enjoyed all of them.  Her favorites at this time are peas and bananas.

Anyhoo, enjoy this fun video (sorry it is kinda long), of the entertainment we get to enjoy at every meal time.

Looking Back

Last night I was going through old videos and pictures of this little girl and could not believe how quick the time has gone and in just one month this little baby of ours is turning ONE!

She currently has seven teeth and hopefully in the next few days that eighth one will show its weary ends as it has not been enjoyable for her.  To date Miss A is crawling like a champ, pulling up on everything, standing by herself, talking in paragraphs when she speaks (in her own tongue of course), runs when you hold her hands to walk, loves ANY food you put in front of her, smiles her sweet smile and laughs at you when you say 'No', is a zombie when the TV gets turned on, and is still our beautiful little girl we got to bring home 11 months ago!

Happy 11 Month Birthday Sweet A!

Here are some fun comparison shots of "Then and Now"

Where did the time go when she would sit so nicely, open her mouth and let you feed her, now she likes to wear her food as well as feed herself.

 

(Just taken yesterday)

(Miss A at five months)

She will still fall alseep on walks. 

(8 Months)

(4 Months)

We still find the 'around the house' items to entertain,....love the laundry baskets!

(9 Months)

(3 Months)

Bath pictures, they are always priceless!  From the sink to the tub.

(10 Months)

(4 Months)

And to share video of the HUGE change when we go to get her in the morning.

(10 Months)

(1 Month)

Conversation between a Girl and her dog

As I mentioned before, Addison is moving around like a champ, in her own fashion of course. We can not really categorize her crawl, it is not the normal two knee crawl, army crawl, monkey crawl, so if you have a fun name for her new way of transportation we would love to hear it!!  

Addison  loves to explore the house and especially look out the front door.  The other day, waiting for the plumbers to arrive (to explain dog behind the gate), Addison decided to keep Bailey company and tell her a few stories.  She is going to be a talker.....can not wait!

Dancing Queen

Addison has just recently become a mover and a shaker.  Half of the time I am smiling at her or laughing I forget to get it on camera, but while visiting Aunt Ginger I was able to catch a little on camera.  I am not sure if it is the belly, rolls, smiles, or dancing (or the combo of all) that is so cute and funny to me, but I hope you enjoy it as much as I do every time I watch it.