Making memories

Having my parents visit has been a real treat. We got to spend valuable time around a little person and seeing everyone play, laugh, dance and bond has been such a pleasure. Can't wait till the next time we get so make such great memories.

The way I view motherhood

This post is part of my 12 Month Challenge I'm doing with a group of other photographers and this month's challenge was 'Motherhood'.
It's been a challenging past month for us. We all have been sick several times in the past month and it gets to be very exhausting. Sleepless nights and lots of snuggling, and we made it through ok. I'm pretty new to 'motherhood' and I know I make a lot of mistakes I just try not to make big mistakes. Worst part of motherhood for me is the constant worry and fear. I hate that part. Best part is making her happy, watching her grow, learn, live, laugh, smile is simply the best. I'm honored to be able to witness this little girl grow up. She is the most important thing in the world to me and biggest joy. Seeing how happy she is when she gets to a water fountain she can run through and get soaked and play with water makes me the happiest person alive. It's seeing that pure happiness in her, that is just magical. Also having my parents visit, at what seemed to be the perfect most needed time, is pretty magical too :)

Now take a look at Emily's point of view on motherhood over HERE. Enjoy!

Colonial times in Williamsburg

Today we took our car and travelled into the 1700's. In a color that didn't exist then, Sophie stood out. A little dancing and a little picnic makes for a very good day. 

Catchin up...

No photos for a long time it feels like. It has been a month full of crazy viruses, infections and what not going on at our house. I can't say we have done much other then 'survive'. This week we are all good and ready to rock again. Tomorrow is a BIG day and i mean BIG. We have been waiting for this day and talking about it on every car trip for quite some time. It's the day my parents come visit and we are so very excited. Let the fun begin. 

The picture below quite represents the mood around here. :) We have a bunny or two or three in our backyard and everyday we come home it seems to be waiting in the drive way. Sophie likes to go chase after them. 

One day in between our sick days I took her on a picnic and we had so much fun playing soccer watching geese and munching on goodies. Funny girl she is. 

This is how she would refuse to take this huge wilson bag off her back. We had to leave. She could not part with it. It let to a lot of tears and tantrums. End of World. 

The Way I View.. Friendship

This month's challenge was how I view 'friendship'. Sophie is starting to have friends and she knows it. I know because she is so excited to see them when she hears their name. Every time we get together she grabs their hands and starts to 'pull' to wherever she wants to go. She gives hugs over hugs and more hugs with a big grin on her face. I guess these are her first friendships and it's so awesome to witness. 

Now head over to Emily's blog over here to continue the loop.