Halloween Stroll

Ava all ready to go for a walk on Halloween! We didn't dress up, even though mommy really wanted to. Next year, it's on. We met up with daddy and our cousin Luke and his parents! Took a nice stroll through the old neighborhood. It was a nice simple evening. Ava fell asleep on the walk.

Cousin Luke (#2)!

My Growing Girl

Well it's been pretty hectic around here for the little princess and I. Ava seems to be under the weather, not sure if it's a cold or allergies, she doesn't have a fever. She's been such a trooper for not feeling 100%; she is still smiling and hardly crying. She slept about 7 hours collectively throughout the day, so I know her little body is working on fighting whatever's going on.

On a more positive note, I love this stage! Her personality is really developing. She's got a shy side, but she loves being the center of attention. She has giggled a few times, but it doesn't happen very often. I think it's my favorite sound in the whole world. She is very ticklish, especially on the collarbone. The giggle quickly turns to a whine if you do it too long though. Even though I see it being an issue in the future, Ava has already developed the security with mommy that no one else has. No matter how hard she's screaming, she will calm down almost instantly when I take her. It makes me feel so needed and loved, exactly what I need right now. It's only been four months, and yet, it feels like she's been with me for years. I'm starting to forget what life was like before I became a mom. I love playing with her and she is finally big enough to get in her baby einstein jumper. She loves it! At first her little legs were just suspended in the air and she couldn't do much, but grammy and I eventually figured out how to lower it so now her feet touch and she can bounce up anddown. She's moving toys from one hand to the other and sticking EVERYTHING in her mouth. I see no sign of teeth yet, but it's getting me worried. I love her toothless grin, and I hope it stays that way for a little while longer. I think I could go on and on and on about her, but it's time to get back to homework while I still have some "naptime" left.

4 months!!

Christmas!

I love when it finally feels like fall has arrived! It means the best holidays are coming up! I'm really excited for halloween this year, I don't know why. I've never really cared for it, but now with the cutie pie, I'm on the constant look out for cute outfits and the perfect costume. We might not be trick-or-treating, but I still want to dress her up. Pumpkin? Princess? What do you think?

I bought Ava and I's christmas stocking kits today! I'm really excited to make them and can't wait to hang them up, probably not this year, but definitely next year! :)

The blue and white snow queen is going to be mine, and the sugar plum fairy one is going to be Ava's! I think they are so beautiful and it will be my first real sewing attempt. I hope they come out ok!

I can't wait for Christmas to get here! I always enjoy it when the whole family can get together and relax! I am truly blessed with a beautiful, loving family :)

And we'll end with a picture of my thumb-sucking lady bug!

Best 3 Months of My Life!

Ava Renee is officially 3 months old! :)

Things We've Been Up To

My sweet girl is growing up so fast! Here a few things we've been doing:

Holding on to our toys

Talking up a storm!

Throwing our paci out of the crib

Sucking on our thumb! Ah!

Growing out of all of mommy's favorite outfits

Sleeping through the night! :)

Trying to watch TV (tisk tisk)

Smiling when mommy comes to "rescue" me

Blowing bubbles

Puckering our lips

Making TONS of new faces

Kicking in our crib until we're all the way to the top with our head in the corner

Responding to either my name or mommy's voice, haven't decided which one yet haha

Trying to pull up when mommy holds my hands

Trying new hair styles (aka mohawk)

She woke up with a mohawk and it would not go away...kind of cute haha

My little princess will be 3 months old on Saturday! I love you Ava!

Much Needed Prayers

Just wanted to make a short note to everyone. I could really use some prayers. School started this week and I have really been diligent about staying on schedule with readings and work. Balancing everything else is where it's falling apart. I'm already starting to feel the strain of all that I am trying to juggle at once. I'm also really having a hard time trusting that God has a plan for my life. I pray continually that I wait on His timing, but sometimes I really just wish I could get a glimpse of the future.

I had my child support meeting today, and in my opinion, it did not go so well. I'm really struggling with the thought of letting her go, and from what I understand, it could be as soon as she's a year old that standard custody would begin. I'm terrified and I can't handle her being over at his house. I know God is watching out for us and will not give me anything more than I can handle, but sometimes I lose sight of just that. Your prayers would be much appreciated!

God Bless! Hope everyone is having a good week!