growing hair

I'm not sure how much you can see it in this picture, but Kaylea's hair is growing. She was really tired when I snapped these pictures, but I just couldn't resist!

cutie pie

I just love this outfit and had to post a picture. I ordered it off of Etsy. Jordy thinks I am crazy, but Kaylea doesn't mind yet!

New Stuff

I need to add some pictures, but I wanted to jot this down while I was thinking about it. Kaylea has been standing on her own. She can't do it for long periods of time (the most we have timed is 10 seconds), but the part I want to remember is how funny she thinks it is when she falls forward and we catch her. She laughs so hard. In fact, sometimes as soon as she knows she is on her own, she falls forward and starts laughing! She is growing up way too fast, but we are enjoying every minute of our time with her.

Quack, Quack

Kaylea hasn't been feeling great - we aren't sure if she has a cold or if it is allergies. However, she pretty much stays in good spirits. Monday we went to Huber's with some friends for dinner. After dinner, Art decided he wanted to show Kaylea the ducks. He was standing up for the most part and I asked if he could get Kaylea a little closer to the ducks without having her attacked. It was hilarious as he started to squat. The ducks just came closer. I can't wait to meet Amy & Art's baby in November!

Dinner Club

Confession - I stole these pictures from my friend Erin's blog. I have not done a very good job at taking photos these last few weeks. Erin & Chris hosted dinner club on Saturday night. It kind of turned into a play date. Just about all of us have kids or are thinking about it. After Kaylea got over being a little grouchy, we had a great time. Below are a few pictures from the evening.

Melissa & Sam playing with Kaylea & Jordy

Lucas, Sam, & Kaylea

Kaylea & Lucas

Celebration!

I can't believe I forgot to share our great news - my mom got the results of her scans and she is CANCER FREE! We get to celebrate. The doctor decided that chemo was not effective and she did not need to have any other rounds. She is thrilled. God has answered our prayers. We know the cancer she had was horrible and there is always a possibility that it can return, but we have to celebrate these moments. I am so excited that we will have a family vacation in July and my mom won't have to think about cancer. Thanks for all of the prayers!

Exciting News

I am so excited to announce that my best friend (since 7th grade Home & Job class with Ed Roddy) Amy Niemeier, is pregnant! I feel like I have been keeping this secret forever and it just feels so good to blurt it out to the world!!! Amy is due in early November. Amy & Art are going to be great parents. I mean really, I've told you before about Art coming over and watching Kaylea during the week, and Amy is just as sweet! Jordy and I are so excited for them. It should be fun. For the past 9 months, we watched Kaidyn point to Kaylea and say, "baby." I wonder if Kaylea will point to Baby Niemeier and say the same thing! Either way, I know she will be happy to have a new little friend to play with. I've been trying to get Amy to start a blog, but so far no luck. Congratulations Amy & Art.

Amy & Me

Who Said I Have Trouble Solving Problems?

Kaylea has shown us! She doesn't have any trouble solving problems, she just has to be interested in finding something that is hidden under a blanket - like a Millie or a Paci!

Future Blogger

We bought Kaylea this toy computer when she was only like 4 or 5 months old because she loved banging the keys on mine. It is actually for ages 3-4, but it was the most realistic one I could find. She really didn't care for it at the time, but at 9 months it's a totally different story. She bangs the keys and clicks the mouse and thinks she is hot stuff.

Happy 60th Birthday Millie

Millie celebrated her 60th birthday on Friday and we decided to throw a party to celebrate! Below are a few pictures from the big night.

Kaidyn Saying "Cheese" For The Camera

My Favorite Mother

Kaylea With Millie

Beautiful Cake, Courtesy of Chris