Two Hours left...

I can't believe it! There are only two hours left before my "baby" technically becomes a "toddler!" (Although she will always be my baby)

Last year on April 27th, I had my last doctors appointment (during the day) and then after dinner Marcus decided to "self clean" the oven. That turned into a fire in our oven (which had locked closed), a broken oven door, and a very stressed out pregnant lady. I guess I can't be mad that it might have put me into labor :)

That night we went to sleep for the last time as a family of two...our lives have never been the same...and we can't imagine it any other way. What a great year we have had - we are truly blessed!

A preview of Lucy's 1st Birthday Party...

We had a great time at Lucy's party yesterday. It wasn't the best weather so I was glad we made the decision to have it inside at our church. It was the perfect venue for the kids to run around, everyone to enjoy cake and ice cream, watch a video filled with some of Lucy's pictures and video of her first year, and of course watch Lucy smash her face with cake. She had to get warmed up to the idea but it wasn't long before she figured it out - the sugar high/meltdown came right as the party was ending :)

I'll be back with more later...and the first year video!

A few one year photos...

I know she didn't become a toddler overnight, but it sure feels like it. Everyday she gets more independent, and reminds me toddlerhood is right around the corner (if not already here). Here are a few of her 12 month photos.

Almost the big O-N-E

Well we are getting close to the big 1st birthday party - only 6 days to go - and only 10 days until she is official ONE! It seems like it was just yesterday when we were on our way to the hospital! This year went so fast - but it was the best year of our lives - hands down!

I'm planning on spending the rest of the week preparing for the party on Saturday. We are looking forward to celebrating Lucy's first year with family and friends. I'm also excited to see how she does with the smash cake - it should be interesting!

Over the past few weeks - it really has set in that we have a little toddler on our hands and not a little baby anymore. She is getting so independent and is starting to really say words and put things together. She is also becoming a pro at mimicking - we've been playing "telephone" with her recently. The phone rings - we say "hello" - and then give it to her and say "it's for you." Obviously, she's picked up on it. (If you you listen closely under my voice she also mumbles a baby version of "for you" when she hands it back to me). I can't get enough of her little voice!

I will be sure to post pictures after her party next weekend! Have a great week!

Poor Baby - Lucy's first boo-boo

Well that probably isn't true, she's had lots of bumps and bruises, but none that a kiss and hug couldn't fix. Until yesterday, when I got a bit more worried.

Lucy meet pavement.

She was sitting looking at a small puddle on the pavement at Grandma & Grandpa Rapps house - and all the sudden I heard the crack. Not sure if her hand slipped or she could see her reflection and thought the puddle was similar to mirrors in our house. Either way, the pavement didn't budge. She really didn't cry much - and I think it looks worse than it is, but I still hate it.

Wouldn't ya know its almost time for her 1 year pictures!

Blue or Red?

Should Lucy be a Cubs or Cardinal's fan? :) What do you think?



She's cute and smiley either way :)

A new little venture...

As many of you know I am trying my hand at a new little business venture. Etsy! I've been designing cards, invitations, announcements, save-the-dates, etc for years now and have finally got an etsy store up and going. I still have lots of designs to upload, but it is a start!


Feel free to pass this along to any friends or family! Your support and referrals are appreciated! :)

http://www.etsy.com/shop/papergoosepress