Sitting Pretty

Emerson sat up by herself for the first time on Saturday! Well, it was only for like 5 seconds. But, that still counts right? I have every confidence that she has the strength to do it she just knows if she is on the floor she can go places. She's not one to sit back and watch. This Saturday Emerson and I took a little trip to Apex to visit a green baby store. I got her a new diaper cover in a lovely shade of green and while I was browsing I noticed the infamous Sophie. I had heard so much about this all natural rubber teether. I figured it was worth looking at. As I picked it up and asked the sales lady, "Do kids really like this thing?," my baby burst into laughter and smiles. My baby, who rarely smiles in public had a moment of outward joy and ignored that someone else was watching. So we decided to give Sophie a chance and I must say she has lived up to her praises. Emerson has loved holding her, chewing her, and throwing that giraffe all over the place. I think they are going to be great friends.

Updates

I was thinking I hadn't posted in awhile but then I looked and it really has only been since Tuesday. Not too bad. But, I've been busy taking care of little ones and the week has just flown by. So for the week in review, quick and dirty.

E. of course played under the couch and with her new toy she tried to shoplift from Target. We won't talk about that though.

Emerson had lots of visitors. Busy, busy, busy.

Oh Grandma, can I have your shirt?

I made a delicious homemade pizza. Which is nothing new but since Mark took a picture I thought I would share.

After a poor nap weekend Emerson made up for it this week with being a super napper! She even slept for (Gasp) an hour at a time. Yes, I let my baby sleep in the floor. If it works, it works! When she woke up she had carpet marks all over.

Loving her bunny and thumb

Emerson has also been doing a few new cute things this week. She has been babbling mama none stop. I'm not sure if she knows what she is doing. But, I would like to think so. :) Especially since she does it when she is upset. She has also started shaking her head. I have no clue where it is coming from but, she thinks it's hilarious. Probably because I laugh at her. She shakes her head back and forth when I ask her a question. Not sure if I want her to being saying no to me quite yet. So to counteract I nod and say yes, yes, yes. She thinks it's funny and shakes her head even faster. She's something else.

She's going places

Our sweet Emerson contemplates her day.

She thinks about her next move.

Then she goes full speed ahead!

Squealing and babbling because she knows what she wants.

The face of extertion of a motivated girl.

A little scoot.

Then a little rest.

Almost there.

She looks out to see if anyone has noticed her escape...

and beelines it for the door.

Now if she could just figure out how to open that door thing she would be good to go!

At least she didn't make her way under the couch like earlier this week. Oops! Someone should really supervise this kid. ;)

New headware

I decided to make Emerson a new flower clip because (tear) we "I" lost her red felt one I loved so much. Hopefully it will turn up sometime. I went for a pink one this time and it looks perfect with her new orange headband. I kind of wish I had one of my own. But, somehow I don't think I would look quite as adorable as this.

She contemplating her next headband look. We have 6 new bands and 3 new clips to choose from. Necessary, no. Fun, yes. Oh the possibilities.

Visit from cousin Avery

Oh Avery I can fix (eat) your bow.

Why do you have more hair?!?!?

Alright, I forgive you. Come rest on my shoulder.

**I finally figured out how to fit the pictures in! Silly html.

Mountain Girl

This past weekend was jam packed. We headed west for the Pannell family reunion and figured we might as well go to Boone on Saturday. It was Emerson's first trip to the high country (out of the womb at least) so she had to wear her ASU gear to show some team spirit. We tracked around our old stomping grounds but things have definitely changed. The football stadium looks huge, even from just last year. One of our favorite restaurants, Blowing Rock Cafe is gone. But, luckily we chowed down at Black Cat and I had forgotten how delicious it is.

Contrary to Emerson's look her she had a pretty good time.

Hey E.! You got a little something on your chin. :)

After some shopping at the outlets Emerson begged to try on her new outfit.

So we proceeded with fun wardrobe changing.

Sunday was the family reunion and I was so happy that Emerson was pleasant. She even let people hold her! We attempted to take a good family photo but as you can see by my face in the top one, and Mark's in the bottom that wasn't going to happen. Afterwards we stopped for some homemade ice cream. I had Ambrosia (pineapple, coconut, and cherry) and it was the best ice cream I have EVER had. Too bad it's only sold 3 hours from my house.

We love turquoise

We are really into bows lately. Well I'm into them and Emerson is forced to tolerate them. I ordered some nylons from etsy to make Emerson some headbands because 4 colors isn't enough. Now she has 6 new ones. :) This is my favorite color, turquoise.

I made a little bow to go with it. A dollar ribbon bin special at Michaels! I never thought I would be the kind of mom to try to have a headband of sorts with every outfit but I am. She pulls it off so well and I could just eat her up. So for as long she will let me I'm going to accessorize her.

With a look like hat, how could I not?

To fill you in on what is happening in our house. Emerson has been super mobile. Rolling non-stop, turning with intention, and going for what she wants. This includes escaping from the changing table. You would think a contoured pad and rail would stop her. Wrong! Think again. This petite baby is about to scale the outside and climb down. Well, not quite but it's been an ordeal. Constantly rolling over during a diaper change and as soon as I flip her over she is back at it again. That's why I guess they make these handy straps. Although she can flip over with it on she can't fall off the side.
I try to distract her with toys, etc. But, it seems the only thing she wants is a diaper cover. Kinda gross but it what it is. I've taken it away once, and her reaction was not pretty. I'm really starting to regret not getting that $3 mobile at the consignment sale. I'm thinking of investing in a laser light show to occupy her for 2 minutes.

Yep, this is my baby.

Sunday's Best

You don't have to dress up at our church, and I surely don't usually wearing my rainbows. So why is it that I insist on Emerson being all dolled up? Because it's just plain fun. This is a consignment sale dress and she looks mighty cute if I do say so myself. She even wore it all day long, a rare occurrence in our house. Even though Emerson doesn't look extremely thrilled I think she liked her dress as well. :)

The aftermath of our picture.

Concrete Beach

Emerson had a rough day yesterday due to her vaccine so I decided she needed a pick me up. Since she loves taking a bath I figured she would love playing in a "pool." We have a pool in our neighborhood but since she can't wear sunscreen yet, and the water is chilly I decided to create our make-shift beach day. :) One beverage tub, and a few miscellaneous toys later here is our own concrete beach.

The water was 86 degrees, it was 90 something outside and she still had goosebumps.

After all my work she wasn't that impressed. No usual splashing, and kicking around.

But, it made for some fun shots. I just love this one. She alternated between each finger and her thumb. Her expression is priceless.

Mia was thrilled to participate in our fun. Notice how she is sitting supported so well!

Lastly because I love baby feet so much....