2012-A Year In Pictures

Here's to an amazing year!

New Year's Eve!

We had a small get together the morning of New Year's Eve.  Harper loved having friends come play in her playroom.  She greeted everyone as they walked in the door and did a pretty good job sharing her toys. 

We busted out some party hats and managed to get a fairly decent group picture. 

Lilly, Harper, Taylor Grace, Maggie & Baby Charlie (Hayes is running around)

That night, we met up with the Vitucci's and had dinner and a small NYE Celebration.

 Cheers!

 Our best attempt at a group shot!

We were filled with so many blessings in 2012.

We wish you love, health, and happiness in 2013!

Our Family Christmas

What a whirlwind Christmas was this year!  We had a busy few days with lots of people, presents, and fun.  Josh's family stayed with us for a few days as we celebrated this wonderful time of the year.  Grandma Anna came over for dinner and we spent a little time together on Christmas too. Harper was having fun with everyone around and seemed to really get the hang of opening presents.  Below are a few collages of all the fun we had. 

Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas!

With Love,

Josh, Allison, & Harper

Getting ready for Christmas

As Christmas quickly approaches, I wanted to document some of the stuff going on with us before the big day. 

Harper rocking my sweatshirt from the 80s.

My sweet nephew, Gage Andersen, was born.

We exchanged presents with Susie. 

Paw Paw stopped by to say Merry Christmas before heading out town.

We took Harper to see some Christmas lights near by.  All the pictures (except for bottom right) are from the same house.  They even had Santa standing outside waving to everyone.

Josh's family stopped by for a little afternoon fun.

Attempt #1 with Santa

Attempt #2 with Santa--holding on to me for dear life.

saying "Cheese" while wearing her bike helmet...being silly for Lily.

Getting Harper's Christmas present ready.

Lots of snuggles and giggles for Daddy

Pretty girl at church and lunch with Paw Paw before all the Christmas festivities begin.

Happy Holidays!

Haper: 15 Month Check-Up

15 Months (and 2 days)

Height: 32 inches - 92%

Weight: 24 lbs 9.5 oz.  - 75 %

Head:  46.7 cm - 75%

Healthy and Growing Girl!

Harper: 15 Months

Here is what has been going on with you this past month (14-15)
-You have been adding words to your vocabulary. You can say bigger words and even use a few together at a time.  The most recent, "please momma thank you" when you wanted your snack.
-You are getting taller and reaching things on our counter tops...almost spilled your dinner the other night.
-You have started running.
-Every now and then, you will lay Bear or Baby down on the coffee table and say "Night Night".
-You have started sleeping with a blanket (still in a sleep sack except with fleece pjs)
-You are getting better at eating with spoons and forks
-You LOVE playing with Mally...especially when she tries to eat your snack. You think it is hilarious.
-You have started singing.  You will sing along to the Fresh Beat Band.  Usually you sing Laaaaaaa, and sometimes Pop, Kiki, and Hop (all words from the song). 
-You love music and love to dance.  We love it too!
-You are hugging more and more.
Here are some pictures to recap all the stuff that has been going on with you.

Twice this month, you bumped your noggin...and it swelled like crazy!

The first time, you hit your head on the corner of the coffee table...the bottom part.  It scared your mommy and daddy...and you.  We calmed you down, put ice on it, and a little Fresh Beat Band made it all better.

About two weeks later, you hit the other side. 

The front door got the best of you.  You were pulling open...but forgot that your head was in the way.

This time, we knew what to do..and you only cried for 3 seconds. 

You are one tough cookie!

Daddy traveled some this month and when he got home, you had luggage ride through the house.

You cuddle with bear while you sleep.

It is so sweet!

We played outside with the rocks, leaves, and the barn in our back yard.

You have rediscovered your bumbo.

Your thighs are thinning out and you fit in it again and love it!

Silly Girl!

You loved getting to spend time with your Aunt Aubrie and cousin Sloan.

Went down all the slides at the playground by yourself.

You are so proud and happy on the slides.

Mally is more tollerant of your "hugs".

You started rocking your sunlgasses again. True Rockstar!

You love your bike helmet (we have nowhere to wear it...but in the playroom).

You like to walk around the playroom with it on.

Maybe if she had this on, she wouldn't have hit her head so many times.

Exploring the barn behind our house.

We will update your stats after your 15 month well visit later this  month.

Happy 15 months sweet girl!