Friday, December 12, 2008

Our little bug

I found myself a little teary yesterday that life is so busy that I am missing just "being" with Addie. She is flexible, lovable and great to be around, but I really want to pause life and just play. I feel that I have missed out on her lately and know Chris feels the same. The change in the family size has been a blessing and yes there definitely comes sacrafices too. Thankfully weddings have slowed down and I have family sessions but I honestly could not image being in the wedding season while juggling life with 3 girls.

Addie is 10 months old now and full of life. Her one tooth smile is a constant and she makes us laugh every time...she's even starting to crinkle her little nose when she gets really excited/happy. Mornings are spent cuddling dad in bed and snoozing a little more while I get the girls off to school. I love seeing her snuggled into Chris as I leave...he is amazing with her. Food is her favorite (just like mom) and I think at times she could eat all day. Annibell is so picky and hard to get to eat while Addie will open her mouth to anything except green veggies. Her favorite game is chase and now peek-a-boo. We'll chase her up the stairs, around the house and she literally screams for joy. Waving at everyone and everything (the sky is a favorite) is a constant as well. We'll be at the high school for lunch and she's just waving at high school kids right and left...great for contact work! Baths are another joy with our little girl. She is definitely a water baby. She'll sit there happy as can be for 30 minutes or longer if we let her. Oh, books too...hopefully she'll enjoy those more than I did as a kid. She loves reading, turning pages and talking to the animals and things she sees on each page.

Can I freeze time? I remember being pregnant and thinking about her first Christmas season and thinking it was so far off...it's here. Chris and I could not have asked for a better, sweeter, more beauitful baby girl. She is truly precious and she's our gift. Thank you, Lord. Maybe we be faithful parents and love her as she deserves to be loved. We love you Little Bug....





1 comment:

Atkinson said...

so sweet! i love that smile...you both are such wonderful parents..taking joy in the small things! love and miss you all-