One Small Step For Baby...

She did it!!!

Brooke took her first steps last night. She didn't really know she was doing it, but hey it happened. I was lying on the floor next to her, she was standing holding my cell phone, and there she went. She took two wobbly steps! 

As for the rest of the evening, she was very serious about pushing this thing around. 

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Ten Months! That's almost a year!

To Our Sweet Girl:
You are ten months old, and we can't believe it. Every day you are becoming more independent, and your personality is shining through. You already know how to melt our hearts with one look. Daddy and I constantly say what a miracle and blessing you are in our lives. You are such a good baby. Everyone loves you. You are complimented daily on how beautiful and sweet you are by most everyone we meet. Here are some things that stand out about you at 10 months old:
1) You do your silly scrunchy nose face at will.
2) You have 6 teeth.
3) You enjoy screaming and yelling at the top of your lungs; you think this is hilarious.
4) You are so easy to get to sleep at night. We just put on your lullaby CD, say prayers, give hugs and kisses, and lay you down. As soon as you make your way onto your tummy you are out until morning.
5) You can multitask while standing. You often clap or hold an object above your head while standing unassisted. You are soooo ready to take your first steps any day now, but I think you enjoy crawling too much.
6) You call Daddy "Dadda" when you see him.
7) You have grasped the concept of "mine". No, you can't say the word, but you cry when something of yours is taken away.
8) When you hear applause on TV, you start clapping.
9) You despise your carseat and the idea of being strapped into it. You fight it every time.
10) You give kisses. By this I mean you lean forward with an open mouth for a big wet one. It's the sweetest thing.

We love you baby girl! You are soooo special to us.

Love,
Mommy & Daddy

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A Happy Easter

We headed to "the Braunf" on Friday to spend Easter weekend with my family. We mostly relaxed and enjoyed quality time with the fam. Sunday was really nice with a great morning service. One of my favorite things about Easter service at my home church is placing flowers on the cross in honor of the Resurrection. Brooke helped me place flowers on the cross this time. 

After church, we had a yummy brunch at the hospital of all places! When we got home, we hid eggs all over the back yard and invited the neighbor boys to come find them. (Kendra had to leave after church, so she couldn't hunt, and Brooke doesn't get the egg thing yet.) It was a really wonderful time! 

NOTE: Brooke did have a bow in her "hair", but by the time we brought the camera out she wanted no part of the bow.

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Funny Face

We decided to head to MP this past week since it was Spring Break. David enjoyed all the relaxation that comes with being at home with his mom and her great cooking. Diana and Richard treated us to dinner Wednesday night, which was really nice. One night after dinner Brooke decided to put on a little show...

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Cameron Park

Saturday was a special day. We met our good friends Emily & Mark in Waco for some food, shopping, & fun. Emily and I have been friends since we were little, and I am so thankful for our lifetime friendship. We have also enjoyed getting to know and love her awesome husband Mark. We were all married within a month of each other. We even used the same bridesmaid dresses.

After lunch, we headed over to Cameron Park for some trail hiking. It was a beautiful day. Brooke enjoyed the hike from her front carrier. 

We ended up taking some "advanced" hiking trails. Just had to add that. (Advanced trails found totally by accident)

Had to put this one in there because Brooke was smiling in the breeze.

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Dirk's Backup

The reason for the wig...

Teachers vs. 8th Grade Boys & Girls Basketball Teams

I am so thankful my husband enjoys his job so much and can have fun like this at work.

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Two Dorks and One in Training

What's this fuzzy stuff making my head hot?

In my element

sweatband....nice touch

Mommy complained that I didn't have any hair and I woke up with this! Hahaha

The reason for this fascinatingly dorky wig? It will all be revealed in the next post. Sorry to leave you in such suspense....

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KIMPALOOZA 2008

So my birthday is kind of a big deal...

...to my family.

They are so awesome. 

Dad, Mom, my sister Summer and her kids Felix & Kendra, and my sister Kelly all rented a big van and drove up to stay the weekend with us in Grapevine at the Embassy Suites. It was great except for a big bummer...Summer woke up Sunday morning with a swollen throat and a fever. She spent most of the weekend crashed out in the room or asleep in the car. I didn't get any pictures of her, but she was there.

Kel, me, Kendra, & Brooke

Mom, Dad, & the girls

the hotel

Felix's birthday was a week before mine so we celebrated with him too. After spending some time in the Bass Pro shop that is connected to the hotel, we enjoyed a really nice dinner at the restaurant that is also connected to the hotel. When the waiter asked Felix if he wanted a half or full order of ribs he said full, so the waiter brought this out...

and we all enjoyed a little bit of it, even Miss Priss.

We spent the rest of the evening chatting and enjoying each other's company. Dad even let us order two slices of triple chocolate cake up to the room. Brooke loved all the attention.

A spoon and a chair, what else do I need?

Peek-a-boo Grammy! 

worn out.

Breakfast the next morning was fabulous. We must have stayed down there for a couple of hours. Kendra especially enjoyed the balloon making clown and the face painter. 

Yes, that is a pink lizard princess.

Brooke got her nap in on Daddy's chest, still her favorite spot.

My Aunt Beth joined us for breakfast. So sweet of her!

Being silly in the bathroom...

We ended the weekend with a trip to Grapevine Mills Mall. David took a pic of us in front of the Rainforest Cafe. Summer was konked out in the car, bless her heart. 

My actual birthday (Tuesday) was really nice too. It actually snowed! David made dinner, cleaned up the kitchen, and bought me a video camera! I received many cards, phone calls, & gifts. I'm feeling pretty loved right now...

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