CalifornIA

Ryan, Parker and I went on our first family trip accompanied by Grammy and Bop last week. I was a little nervous about bringing Parks on her first plane ride but she slept the entire two and a half hours to San Diego. We stayed at our very favorite place, The Del on Coronado Island. The weather was amazing! For those of you who know me well, I LOVE the sun and LOVE California. I have always thought I was meant to be a California girl. :)

On our very last day we took Parker to the beach (that was right outside our hotel, not sure why it took us so long) and put her little tiny toes in the sand. She loved it!

Here is our view from our deck. Parker swam in the pool three times and everytime she gots in the pool she seemed to get more comfortable.

This was after her first swim. Grammy wrapped her up while Ryan and I got some good pool time in.

Since Ryan has school he usually studies while I take Parker to her swim lessons. This is the first time that he saw her in the pool. In case you are wondering, we signed Parker up for lesson cause she really dislikes water. She seems to like pools now but bath time is still not her favorite.

This was our first day at The Del with our signature glass of champagne. We had so much fun and really appreciated everything Grammy and Bop!

Easter!

Parker celebrated her very first Easter with her entire family (minus Uncle Devin). Sadly I didn't capture many of the moments but we sure had fun on this very special day.

St. Paddy's day and almost 8 months

Parker super excited for...EVERYTHING!

Mom, another pictures.

First trip on Bop's boat. Looks like we can call her skipper Parker

Parker and I supporting the Irish in her. :)

Parker loves her soccer ball and is getting quite good at throwing it. And there aren't any girlie throws for her either. She must take after her mommy!

Watching the girl grow...

I can hardly believe my girl is 7 months old. People say how times flies and they aren't kidding. Parker is such a happy girl.

Six month old!

I can't believe my little girl is already 6 months old. Parker is such a happy baby and loves to smile (except when the camera is around).

Here are some things I am doing:

Sitting up with the help of mommy and by myself for a short period

Loves to eat her stuffed animals

Rolls over every chance she gets. Tummy time last for about five seconds

Does not like turkey

Does not like baths

Loves going shopping and smiling at new people

Loves her new Pep friends

Grandma thoughts she heard dada

Happy New Year and Parker's 5th month

Ryan and I would like to first wish you all a very Happy New Year! We hope everyone's 2011 is filled with health and happiness. And although Ryan and I didn't win the megamillions drawing on Friday, we couldn't wish for a better life. Ryan and I both start school this week and Parker and I will be attending a Peps group starting mid January.

If you didn't know, one of Parker's favorite activities is to stand. The girl does NOT like to sit down.


Parker has never loved bathtime but I can't say she dislikes it. I managed to get a smile from her by dancing and singing "Spill splash" by Tim Noah.


I love this picture of Parker and Ryan. And if you look really close, Parker is starting to get hair!! We are still not sure what color it is but we are thinking maybe light brown, auburnish.


My little lady and her big smile.

This is Parker's "daddy time" that she loves so much. Every weekend morning Parker and Ry sit on the couch and relax.

Parker's 1st Christmas

Parker had a great 1st Christmas. We spent Christmas Eve at Grammy and Bop's house with the Walters family. Parker had such an exciting day that she fell asleep in my arms when we got home. That never happens!
Christmas mornign was spent at the Knauft's house where we had brunch then opened lots of presents. We are so grateful to have such loving and wonderful families. We love you!

Here is the Walter's first family Christmas photo

P's new hat. Stylish little gal.

Grandma and Parker at the Knauft's! We had so much fun.

Parker opening a gift with mommy's help

Parker, Grammy and Ryan at Christmas Eve's service. Parker was so good she didn't even make a peep for an entire hour!