Summer Memories

So far this has been such a wonderful summer.  I thank God every single day that I get to live my dream of being a stay at home Mama!  There is nothing that brings me as much joy as it does to know that I get to experience all that is new and exciting with our baby girl.  It makes my heart explode with happiness!  Here is just a little taste of what we have been up to lately.  After all, isn't this what it's all about??? I want Sofia to have the best memories of time with family and friends and that's what I'm gonna do for her!!!

Father's Day at Loveless Cafe and Natchez Trace Parkway.  This was a first for J.R. and I as well.  What a wonderful time we had and we had really full bellies too!

Outside bubble time!

 Experiencing an ICEE for the first time!  I think a little brain freeze might have been happening!

 Pool Time!

We recently spent a weekend with J.R.'s childhood friend, John, and his family for the boys to play in a golf tournament.  

Sofia loves to be around people and had a great time!

 The view from John and Katherine's back yard.  They live right on the golf course and it is so nice!

Playdates with cousin Cade.  Sofia loves him so much!

 Splash time in Nashville visiting my friend Jamie and her baby boy, Townes.  I think he's trying to make a move on Sofia!  Go Townes go!

Playing in the sprinkler at Nani and Poppi's house with her cousins.  She liked the water but was not a fan of the wet grass, hence the "flamingo stand"!  Cause we all know that if just one foot touches the grass it's ok!  Oh, and check out Maggie to the right.  She was drenched and shivering but loving the sprinkler!!!  

See, these are the things I'm talking about.  Memories that don't cost a thing.  Sure, there is stress that comes with being parents.  Finances and budgets, jobs and economy, making sure Sofia is safe and healthy.  And the list goes on and on.  I just keep my faith in God that we will all be taken care of and that's all I can do. So, I will have FUN with my girl and enjoy the time we are in NOW and not worry about THEN.  Take time to do the same and we will all have a summer full of fantastic memories!

xoxo 

Happy Summer Everyone!

First Birthday!

So, I'm finally getting around to posting about Sofia's first birthday!  Whew, it's been kinda crazy lately and I WAS waiting for pictures that my sister took on her camera, but who knows when I'll get around to getting them from her, so these are just a few that I have and we will just have to deal with the poorer quality photos ;)

Her very first gift was from her Grandpa in California.  It is a little botchy (think I completely messed up the spelling but oh well!) ball set and some cash for savings ;)

She loves the balls.  We walk to St. Rose on Tuesdays and Thursdays where they play actual botchy ball and she loves to watch!  Now she has her very own child friendly set!  Thanks Gramps!

Then on her actual birthday we celebrated just a little something from Daddy and Mommy.  I know a one year old doesn't understand or remember their first birthday but I will.  I ain't missing out on celebrating the first year of this baby of mine!

We celebrated on the night of her birthday at my Mom and Dad's house with just some cupcakes and even more special guests.  We also celebrated the 8th birthday of my niece, Rayley, because she and Sofia share this special day.  I think it's wonderful!

Her very first experience with a cupcake, or really any sort of sweet.  Since I still breastfeed she doesn't eat much real food and definitely not sweets.  She was enjoying this!

All the cousins!

Sofia and Rayley.  Sofia's 1 and Rayley is 8!

This is a picture of the card Rayley made for Sofia.  I thought is was just precious!

The day of her party!  Chaotic but so fun!

We had a wonderful time and are so thankful to have shared it with all those we love!  Thank you to everyone who helped us celebrate our baby girls day!!!!