Tupperware...Everywhere!

Emry has discovered that she can open and close cabinet doors and drawers. While I was unloading the dishwasher this is what little missy was up to.

Bottle Time in the Laundry Basket

New Boots

Check out Emry's new winter boots!

So Thankful

We are thankful for so much: shelter, food, clothing, good health, job security, family, friends, but especially for our beautiful, healthy, sweet baby girl and the opportunity to be parents. Emry had a great first Thanksgiving. We celebrated with the Sheriffs Nov. 20th and my side on the special day. She loved seeing her extended family from far away and can't wait to visit them again over Christmas break.

Another Cold

We're not sure if it's teething or what, but Emry has another cold. That's the second in the last two months. She has a LOT of snot along with a nasty cough. We can tell she's not feeling well because she lets us snuggle her without squirming away. She also has "sick breath" as I call it and droopy eyes. I hate seeing her like this because she can't tell me exactly what hurts and she can't rid herself of the mucus. I've been aspirating her nose several times a day the last few days. She HATES it and has learned to thrash her head from side to side. So, I've had to swaddle her with our big blankets and hold her head still. The entire time she wails, I sing, and tell her "mommy is helping you." I think she likes being wrapped up because she'll sit quietly well after we've finished de-boogering.

10 Months!

Our sweet angel turned 10 months today! Absolutely unbelievable! It's hard to think that almost a year ago, God gave us the best gift EVER! I have loved every moment of watching her grow and change these past 10 months. We love, love, love our bunner (as Steve would say). Here is what she's up to as a big girl: * Weighs 19 lbs 2 oz * Is 29 inches long * Sleeps from 7:30pm-6:30/7 am * Takes two, 2-2 1/2 hr naps * Drinks three, 9 oz bottles of formula (no more nursing. Little missy bit me twice and drew blood.) NOT FUN! * Has six teeth. Three on top, three on bottom. * Eats all big kid food (except for milk and peanut butter) * Is always on the move * Pulls up and walks around things * Can open cabinet doors and drawers * Is sensitive * Loves tipping over Rosie's food/water dish * Loves bath time * Turns head to find da-da or Rosie when I ask where they are * Loves "The Wheels on the Bus" * Wants to play with all electronics: phones, cords, computer mouse, remote, etc. * Lets me know when the floor is dirty by picking up the TINIEST speck and attempting to eat it for snack * Constantly babbles and says, "mmmmmm" after each bite of food * Turns pages in books

Trick or Treat

Emry made her first Halloween debut as a baby cow. We started at a friend's party where there were all kinds of yummy food and adorable crafts! Emry finger painted a Peanuts poster, sponge painted an empty paint can, and assembled a candy corn character with sticky foam pieces. Steve and I were VERY impressed with her artistic talent. :) Of course she did everything all by herself (wink, wink). After the party, we moved to our friend Scott and Natalie's neighborhood to trick or treat. Emry and her buddy Fletcher enjoyed a leisurely ride in our wagon as their older buddies collected candy. Her friend Gavin was also a cow! All in all, it was a spook-tacular Halloween!

Morning Wagon Ride

My mom and I took Emry on a walk this morning. It was CHILLY so I bundled Emry in her oversized winter coat, hat, mittens, and a blanket. She looked like Randy from A Christmas Story. Hilarious! Despite the cool air, Emry dozed off a few times. Too cute!

Pumpkins Etc.

Yesterday, we headed to Pumpkin Etc. in Platte City with my mom and step-dad. This is an adorable little place with mums galore, a darling gift shop, furry kittens, bails of hay, and of course, PUMPKINS! Most of them were picked over but that's okay because we already have ours. As I've said before, I absolutely LOVE fall and outings like these are the essence of this season. :)

Someone is 28!

I had the BEST birthday this year! First, I had the day off of work because of conferences and second, my mom and step-dad were here for the weekend! We had a few friends over Friday evening for s'mores, hot dogs, a bonfire, and bean bag toss. A perfect fall night just like I remember as a kid.

Check It

9 Month Well Checkup

This morning, Emry had her 9 month checkup. The doc said she looks great and that she can have all table food except for peanut butter and whole milk. This makes me VERY happy because we don't have to buy baby food anymore. However, I have a fear of infant/toddler choking...ughh. I hate that I'm on edge after every bite she takes! Thankfully, she has an excellent pincer grasp so she doesn't put more than one scrap in her mouth at a time. Once she gets her molars, I'll be more at ease. Emry was excited to have Grandma Julie at her appointment. Grandma held her while she got her flu shot. Poor thing. She worked out her anger with a few tears and then toughened up. Here's how Emry measures up to the other 9 month olds: Weight: 19 lbs 2 oz; 50-75 percentile Height: 29 in.; 90 percentile Head Circumference: 18 1/4 in.; 90-95 percentile

Rise and Shine

Emry has recently learned to stand up in her crib. We've been hoping to snap a picture of it and I finally had my camera ready. At the last minute, Steve flipped on the main light in her room. She was blinded by the light. Here she is in all her morning glory...bed head and all!!!

Playin'

Anita Gorman Trail

We headed out to Smithville lake for a fall bike ride on the Anita Gorman trail. The weather and view were absolutely gorgeous! Emry had fun riding in the child carrier. We will definitely do this again.