Saturday, August 16

Happy Little Hair (and other not quite as interesting stuff)

Our Happy Little Hair is walking around like crazy! Addie can turn corners, squat, cruise, and fall down really well! She's figured out that she can hold our hands and lead us to what it is she wants, and now knows to go to the front door when we say "outside." She'll also bring us her shoes! This is my favorite age yet, she learns new things every day and it is so exciting to watch her figure things out. She likes to color on her magnadoodle (but doesn't like to share it with other kids) and knows what her belly button is! It is so cute to watch her lift up her shirt and stick her pudgy little finger into its depths, all with a huge smile on her face. Jason is enjoying the last few weeks of his summer break. After this summer, he doesn't have an extended break until he graduates in three years! We've tried to make the most of it by spending plenty of time together and getting out and enjoying Memphis (well, as much as you can in 100 degree weather). He has the week off of work before school starts and we'll most likely go on a three day vacation somewhere close. Any suggestions? I'm still doing running in the mornings with my friend and have really enjoyed the break in the heat the last week or so. Unfortunately it seemed to be back today in full force. I hope to run a half marathon in December, and am really praying that I make it. I also have LOVED watching the Olympics recently, but will be glad when they're over as well. I'm hoping my house will be more clean! (Does anyone feel the same way that I do about Michael Phelps? I'm happy for him, but very very sad for all his opponents. It's almost like all their time and training doesn't even matter because they don't have a shot against him! Anyhow...)

We're happy over here. Sad that summer is coming to a close because it's been WONDERFUL to have Jason home so much, but then again, we're one year closer to being done! I mean, look at this picture, what will Addie do without him??

6 comments:

Zach and Nikky said...

I feel the same way about Michael Phelps! It's awesome for him, but I feel bad for everyone else whenever he wins another medal! I love the last picture of Addie and Jason. So funny!

K.E.N said...

I love your new background...so very summery. I wrote this on the family blog, but I'm going to repeat it to make sure you read it--visit us!! It would be awesome! We have wading pools and a free museum and I just found out on Friday nights at the "square" (the middle of town) that they have free concerts. And we could go to Nauvoo and go to the temple...they have a babysitting service-it does cost money, but worth it for a temple session, I think. It would be fun!

Anonymous said...

look at Addie she as grown up!!! she has a tad bit more hair to!!!

Caitlyn said...

I love it when you post pictures! It's like a small Christmas once a week or so! Anyway, Addie is so cute! Will says he thinks Jason put that noodle on top of her head in the one. Tom said he thinks so too. Did he? It's so crazy that your baby can walk and mine almost can!

Jason said...

Yes I did put the noodle in her hair, but only after she put it in first. She pulled it out before I could get the camera. Good one Willy and Dad.

rachwheel said...

Darling pictures Jana. You really know how to blog, girl!
I feel like I need blogging lessons after how well you entertain me with your posts and pictures.