Beach 2011

Miller was such bathing beauty and got so much attention on the beach. This child is fearless! She loved the water, sand, and making a mess.

Just one of her 10 bathing suits of the summer!

In her bikini...

We visited the aquarium. This is the only picture I got of both kids together the entire trip.

James and Daddy rode go karts. James talked about this for days!

The waterslides were fun for everyone! James didn't want to leave!

Miller and Daddy had fun too!

Miller out to dinner in my 30 year old dress. If I can find a picture of me wearing it I will post pictures of me in mine at this age. I am so glad she got to wear it and it sure looked cute on her.

We had a great vacation! It was a lot of work for Gray and I but the memories are worth it. I can't wait to go back next year!

4 years old

James turned 4 July 3rd. We were at the beach for the week and celebrated his birthday there. We had his party the week before we left (will post pics soon). I think he was a little confused about what day his real birthday was on but he definitely had fun celebrating 2 times. I will have to say James' 3rd year was a challenging but fun one. There is no such thing as the terrible 2's. 3 was not terrible by any means but 3 was full personality and challenges. At 3 James was potty trained, learned voice his opinion, learned to give up or try to give up a nap, choose what he wanted to eat, learned to get out of his car seat, and the list goes on. I love this age though. They are so innocent and sweet. James has such a tender heart but is also such a firecracker and wants things the way he wants them. I love how he wakes up every morning and asks "where we going today?" He knows all the words to his daddy's favorite songs. I love when I do something he thinks is funny he tells me "i'm so siwwy"! At times I think I embarass him. James plays so hard with his tractors and in his sandbox, he loves his blue blanket. Nothing makes hims happier than a new tractor or a truck. He thinks he is a farmer and he needs to go to work. I love this age and would love to freeze him. Its the transitional age between a toddler and a little boy. He will be in preschool only one more year and I can't believe we will be registering him for kindergarten in only 6 months. Happy Birthday my sweet little boy!

Mater

James (12 months)

(Miller 13.5 months)

James got the ride on Mater for his 1st Birthday. It was by far one of his favorite toys.! Miller has become attached to him too. Everytime we go outside this is her toy of choice. Thought it was cute I found these pics of them so close in age. James has a black eye in the picture and I don't even remember how it happened.

James' Swimming Lessons

James had so much fun at swimming lessons this year. He has been taking the past two years at Raynez Swimming in Greenville. The lessons are for two weeks and he progressed so much this year. He is swimming on his own maybe 10 feet without a float, can get in and out of the pool on his own, float on his back, go underwater and get a dive stick. I was so impressed with the progress he made this year. He is loving the pool and especially the diving board!

James and Miller both LOVE being outdoors. We spend the mornings and afternoons outside or at the pool. The mosquitoes are in Love with Miller. I think we need to get our yard sprayed. Here are a few pics of the past couple of weeks.

*13 Months *

At 13 months Miller is finally walking. Cave baby craw is her preferable method of getting around but she is taking 8-10 steps at a time. Still only 2 teeth but we are done with baby food. Miller only wants table foods and her favorites are red sauce based pastas, waffles, and granola bars. She also loves veggie sticks and french fries. Yogurt is about the only thing she will let me feed her with a spoon. Outside play is a favorite and Miller loves the pool. She also loves getting into anything James is trying to do. He always tells me "time for Miller's nap" and closes his door so she can't get to his toys. She does love him so much! She is saying a few new words and clearly says thank you, ball, and balloon. I love this age and wish I could freeze her for a little while!

Miller and Leighton

Yesterday we had a playdate with Miller's friend Leighton. They have so much fun showing off when they get together!

*1 YEAR OLD*

Look who is 1!!!

At 1 year old Miller is 20lbs 1oz and 29 inches long. She's in the 25th percentile for weight and 50th for height. She's wearing 12 month clothes. She is standing on her own and walking with a walker but not on her own. She still only has 2 teeth but LOVES to eat. She will eat anything that you put in front of her. Miller has had 6 ear infections, a bacterial infection, and had her first trip to the ER yesterday. She has been sick enough to last her the next 5 years. I pray that the next year of her life will be filled with health and happiness! Miller loves to clap her hands and she is saying many words (ma ma, da da, bye bye, Heeey, night night , ba ba, juice, out, and a few more). She really is the happiest baby! She goes with the flow and always has a smile on her face. Miller doesn't like loud noises and sirens and drive thru car washes scare her. This first year has flown faster than I could ever imagine and I can't wait for many more!

Miller's 1st Birthday Party

Happy 1st Birthday Miller

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