Peace, Love and Ladybugs

Aren't we a sight? So, yea, here we are Halloween 2009 and my parents said I was the cutest Ladybug they have ever seen. Like EVER!!! My parents were dressed up as hippies, whatever that is.

Cheese!

Here I am with Pappa Bear and Lizzy Bear....

Here I am with Maw and Mike.....

Lastly, here I am at my first adult costume party.. I had a blast...

Kate, I love you and can't wait for you to feel better so I can come over and visit. Bill, take good care of her.. Night Night!!

This is what Grandparents are for!!

So, over the weekend mommy and I drove to Dallas to visit the family. Here is a little window in how the weekend went.... I had Pappa A right where I wanted him....which was to let me do whatever I wanted!! He is a softy.

Kid City

So this morning my mommy decided to take me to Memorial City Mall for some fun. After she had finished shopping, she took me to one of my favorite spots. We call it "Kid City". It was a blast. I was able to work on mastering my walking and climbing skills.

Walking Phase II

Good evening to all friends and family. Above is Phase II of my walking adventure.

Mommy also took me to the doctor today for my One year check-up.

Results:

22.5 lbS 75 th percentile

31.5 inches 99th percentile

I am without a shadow of a doubt my father's little girl!

One Step, Two Step, Three Step...Four!!

Mommy has taken over the blog for this posting.

What an eventful day. This video was taken the day after her first birthday party. Pappa A, Mimi and Aunt Alisha decided to work with Ella, in establishing confidence for walking. He began the task by placing things of interest in her hand. This provided a distraction so that he could begin working his magic. The next step was placing the objects of importance out in front of her as a way to motivate her to step forward. Good job, Ella Faith!!!! Mommy is so proud.

It is amazing what joy she has brought to our life. We really can't imagine our life without her. God is so good us. Ella, you have made your daddy and I the happiest people in the entire world. We love you so much. I hope when you read this later in life that you know how special you are.

ELLA meaning (a bright light)

Love,

Mommy

Aunt Alisha rides in on her white horse and saves the day!

So, the drama continues. For those of you who haven't heard, mommy had to take me to the doctor wednesday, for a high fever. To make a long story short, I was diagnosed with Hand, Foot and mouth disease. Apparently, it is a fairly common virus that little kids can get. I have had a fever, along with blisters inside my mouth. I have been a little grumpy. Ok, a lot grumpy.

Since Wednesday, my mom also began to feel ill. She said that she had a very sore throat and was achy. We went to the doctor on Friday to get it checked and she was diagnosed with an upper respiratory infection.

In short, I have HFMD, my mommy has an URI, and my daddy is on crutches for hip surgery. So, mommy called Aunt Alisha and she packed up her stuff and headed for Houston. Aunt Alisha is the best!!!!!!!!!