Adorable.

Dear Amelia -

You are so adorable. Here's proof:

This morning, eating breakfast.

Yummm, peaches and bread. 

You came to Mommy's work for a little bit this morning

My little helper.

Last night, we didn't do much. We did our budget and you went to bed early. I watched my new favorite show GLEE. I love love love that show. There are great one liners in it. 

You are being such a great sleeper. You fell asleep last night a little after 7pm. Daddy had to WAKE you up at 7am this morning. You do wake up around midnight crying but you usually fall back to sleep yourself. My precious "baby".

Tonight, Mommy is going to a BRIDAL SHOWER for Kellee. I have to break the news to Glamma and Kellee over blog that you aren't coming tonight. It will be a lot more relaxing for Mommy if you stay home with Daddy. You'll be missed tho :) Looking forward to tonight ladies!!

Love,

Mom

More Contests

Dear Amelia -

Aren't you lucky that you get to stay home with Daddy 2 days a week. Yesterday, you just hung out and had Grandma Kiki over for lunch. Daddy made chili and it was delish! 

I entered you in 2 cutest baby contests today. 1 - Gap is having a contest. 2 - KDWB. I'll post the links when its time to vote. In both of the contests, I put the picture of you and Norman. Its my very very fav. 

You are at Laura's today. Aubrey wasn't able to watch you so Laura has saved the day once again and taken you in! You like it over there! 

Tonight, NOTHINGGG!

Love,

Mom

Video for Mr Stephens

Dear Amelia -

Daddy called yesterday saying that you learned a new trick. He had you on his lap with a piece of bread. You took a little chunk off and fed it to Daddy, like we feed it to you. Apparently you thought it was hilarious. Here you are feeding Mommy your very soggy cherrios...

Last night, Daddy helped Papa Jim bring over the treadmill to Grandma Kiki's house. They had dinner over there so you and I went shopping!! Momma needs a new dress for Meghann and Westons wedding. We went to Southdale and had no luck. We did however see Jason Castro from the 7th season of American Idol. He was playing a free show there. Decent.

As we were shopping, I realized I had a dress in my closet that hasn't fit since 2007 that would be perfect for the wedding. SCORE!! No more shopping. I hate to shop...although, I'll admit its a lot easier now that I've lost weight.

Today is your Great Aunt (haha, that sounds funny) Katie's birthday. Happy Birthday Katie!!

Love,

Mom

Apple Orchard and so much more

Dear Amelia -

We had a fun weekend once again! Friday night, Papa Jim came over to watch the Twins game and to have some chili. 

Saturday, you slept until 730!! Then we were off to the Apple Orchard with Glamma and Cookie. We met up with The Carlsons and The Grade/Moore's. 

This picture pretty much sums up your experience at the orchard. You were NOT having the cold weather! It snowed for the first time Saturday morning...BRR!!
We didn't stay at the orchard too long. Then it was back to Glamma and Cookies. We did get a super cute picture of you sitting on a thing of hay. That pic to come. 

Jackson came over in the afternoon to play. You guys had another slumber party! Two weekends in a row. 

It was pretty loud in the house...Jax doesn't really like too much noise. 
Mommy, Aunty Pam and her brother Jon went to a dress up party at Meghans. We had to dress like we were from the 50s. It was a blast. Daddy stayed home because he had to work Sunday. 
Sunday, we hung around Glamma and Cookies to watch the game. They had people over because they are Maggie Colehour's god parents so they hosted a party after her baptism. You had a lot of fun "playing" darts.
We went home after the Vikings VICTORY and hung out for the rest of the day. Finally Daddy got home around 530! We just hung around and watched the Twins lose :( They tried! That was the last game in the Metrodome for the Twins! Here we come new OUTDOOR stadium next season!

Here's a video of Owen dancing. He is hilarious! I'm going to send this into Ellen!

Amelia, I like playing with you!

Dear Amelia -

Glamma sent over some pictures from your sleepover. 

Glamma titled this one:

Cousins "drinking" together. 

Kellee had a great idea that this should be the invite to your 21st birthdays.

This picture is from your afternoon with Gram Gram. You must have been very tired!!

Daddy worked a triple yesterday so you and I just hung out for the night. We made white chicken chili to bring to Kia's tonight. She's still recovering from having Brecken. You were fast asleep by the time Daddy got home from work. 

Mr Stephens requested a video of you this week. I took one last night but forgot to upload it before I left for work. I'll get it posted Monday. 

Mr Stephens and Lydia got you the neatest CD for your first birthday. It sings songs directly to you! One of the songs was "Amelia, I like playing with you!" Its a really cool cd and I listened to it even after I dropped you off at daycare :) hehe.

Tonight, Papa Jim is coming over to watch the Twins Game. Tomorrow, we are meeting Molly, Owen, Colton, Glamma, Cookie, Pam, Jax, Anner, Grace and Wilson at the Apple Orchard/Pumpkin Patch! I'm so excited. Then Saturday night, you are going to hang with Daddy while Pam and I go to a dress up party at Meghans. The theme is "Casablanca Couture." Should be fun. Sunday, a whole lotta nothin goin on!

Love,

Mom

Big Girl Car seat!

Dear Amelia -

Good morning pretty girl! Last night, Mommy and Daddy accidently slept with your monitor on super low so I hope you didn't wake up crying in the middle of the night! I woke up a bit before my alarm went off. I thought to myself how quiet you were, then I started to get worried. You were fine, just talkin to yourself.

Your big girl car seat came in the mail yesterday. Here you are in Mommy's car like a big girl. 

One you turn 1, there will be lots of changes. No more facing backwards in the car. No more formula and no more calling you a baby. Lydia asked if we need to start calling you a TODDLER soon. I suppose the answer would be yes. 

Today you are with Aunty Aubrey again today. Grandma Kiki is sick. Feel better soon!

Love,

Mom

Twins Win! Twins Win!

Dear Amelia -

Daddy and Mommy had sooo much fun at the game last night! 

The Twins won in 12 innings! It was awesome!!! 
Everyone I know that went, said it was the best game they've ever been to!! It was awesome. The crowd was PUMPED the whole time!!
Now its time to beat those Yankee's!!!

Today is your aunt Jaymi's birthday! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO JAYMI!

Love,

Mom