12 Months...My Baby is ONE!!

Happy Birthday Girl

Well the post title says it all. My little miss is a whole year old. I cannot believe it. It seems like just yesterday she entered this world. And yet, I cannot vividly remember my life before she was a part of it. Such a strange dichotomy of feelings to experience. But it's been such a completely amazing blessing. One of the best years of my life by far. I thank The Lord for the awesome responsibility of parenting Augusta Kate. It is a blessing beyond measure.

This month Augusta is doing so much. I know I say it every month but it still true! She is just talking so much more! She is now consistently waving/saying bye bye, as well as naming various people and things. And her receptive vocabulary is huge! (Okay, so that was the SLP in me coming out to comment for a moment.) But it has been such a neat experience watching her language develop first hand. She can identify people in her world, mostly mommy and daddy but a few others too, she even says their names sometimes. She also knows where your nose is and loves to grab it. She knows what her "Snuggle Pillow" is and knows when we go to it it's time for snuggles and kisses. (One of her favorite games.) She also knows the name if pretty much all of her toys and can bring them to you. (She's been doing this for awhile but don't think I've mentioned it before.)

Another change is she is now having temper tantrums as well. I'm talking tears, flailing, the whole nine yards. Not much fun, but we make it through. Though these are few and far between, they are no fun when they do strike. Just part of the growing process.

First Ponytail

She's also all over the place! She loves running around, but her new thing is climbing. (Not just the stairs, she's also been doing that for months) but if it is short enough she will climb it, like a bench or her rocking horse. Even if its not short enough, take our coffee table for example, she will still attempt to climb it!

She has a lot of other changes going on too. She almost has her two top teeth in the front! (Actually, at time of publication she has her front right tooth, still waiting on the front left) She's also making requests for things she wants by bringing objects to you, pointing, and gesturing. (Again, my SLP self is loving this!)

So beautiful

Foodwise this baby eats pretty much anything she can get her hands on. She 's pretty much done with baby food, save a few favorites. She really enjoys chicken, turkey, ketchup, raspberries, crackers, and mashed potatoes. But her favorite by far is Mac and Cheese! The girl is addicted! She whines while the velveeta has to cook its whole three minutes! Then she squeals while you have to blow it off because its too hot for her. She's also enjoying juice, though she's had to cut back due to tummy issues, but when she does get it she sucks it right down.

Her favorite things this month would include: watching/dancing to the backyardigans, giving kisses, babydolls, snuggles with mommy and daddy, playing outside (especially with fallen leaves), peekaboo, pulling ornaments off the Christmas tree, and climbing.

Baby loves the Christmas tree

Dislikes: not getting her way, waiting for things (she needs instant gratification), baths (don't know where this came from, she's used to love them!), having her diaper changed, being told no, and her crib.

Augusta Kate, this has been the most amazing year. One filled with so many changes, both big and small. Also lots of love, sacrifice, smiles, tears, joy, fun, giggles, and awe. Thank you for making me slow down and enjoy this life we've been giving. Thank you for rejuvenating me and opening my eyes to the amazing things that surround us everyday...all the things I used to take for granted. You've made me really see all that God has blessed us with, and made me understand how truly grateful we need to be. This has been a year I wouldn't trade for anything. Well except maybe another go at it! ;) I love you so much my snuggle buggle. I cannot wait to see everything this next year has in store for us!

Pretty Girl

Sleepy Baby

Giving Rowan "Love"

Best Friends

Showing off her dress