Merry Christmas...I hope this is in my stocking xmas morning

Wouldn't this be an amazing stocking stuffer. I just love it!
Tricky Knits does some really amazing props for pictures as
well as the knit beanies.

This giraffe is all the rage!

Sophie the giraffe is the most talked about baby teether amongst mommies. I joined a mommies group and that is the first time I had ever heard about this lil' giraffe and certainly the first time I had ever seen one. Ever since that day I was introduced to this adorable teether I see it everywhere I go.

One of the group mom's was sharing a story about her days as a nanny, she kept thinking how ridiculous the family was to purchase this teether that retails $20+ for their baby... That is until she received one as a gift from the family for her newborn. She now swears by this little giraffe and her 5 month old daughter did too and realizes that you should never judge a book by its cover.

If babies did a "favorites" show like Oprah I know they would surely put this one at the top of the list. You can find this little guy at many stores including The Land of Nod.

So dreamy...baby wonderland

When I first saw this picture so many wonderful emotions overcame me.
It makes you feel like you are in wonderland, where fairies and gnomes live.
Trickyknits has done it again...such beautiful, warm baby caps. This
picture just evokes sweet feelings and gets the sugar plum fairies to dance
around your head.

What a peacock if I've ever seen one

This prop for newborn babies, created by Trickyknits, is unbelievable.
It literally took my breath away and I just had to share it with all
of you. Can you imagine having this artwork of your precious
newborn featured somewhere in your home? Just stunning.
It almost makes me want to have another baby just so
I can take pictures like this.

Cute little winter hats your kids will love

Keep babies ears nice warm this winter with a cute handmade creation from
sweetpeatoadtots! I fell in love with the little Christmas / Dr. Suess style hat
which would be fantastic for Christmas card pictures or a holiday party.

Can't get much cuter than these lil' shoes

I have featured these adorable little shoes once before and have to share them with you all again.

They are all handmade by Gracious May and i just love them!

Mommy kissing baby

Here is a picture I adore, taken last year by Daddy. It's one of my favorites for sure. There's even a story behind this photo. We went to take our Christmas pictures as a family and after we were done with the family photo I took some individual shots of him with the baby. There were many adorable shots and then of course I wanted him to get some of me with the baby. As he was shooting he kept telling me how much I was going to love the pictures and that they were great, etc. Once we were done we got in the car and drove off. As I reviewed the pictures I realized that something went terribly wrong and none of them with me and the baby came out. I got upset at him so he drove around to find a new location and he made sure to get me some fantastic shots that I would never forget, since he is such an amazing husband. He did just that! Thanks Daddy from your girls.

Gucci Clothes so adorable

Oh these clothes are so cute from Gucci! I just fell in love with the little pink boots and of course the blue trench coat is just too cute. I can only imagine what they retail for...let's just
say these aren't your average "play clothes." Very cute pictures of Jennifer Lopez and her kids are on the site as well as clothes above. The little girl used in this campaign is
adorable.

Halloween Part 2

Whoa...a first time trick or treater is on the loose and looking for some delicious candy. At first she would just stare at the person giving away the candy and wonder what was going on but by the end of the day she was double dipping taking two candies at a time. Babies always want one of everything for each hand.

The firsts are always so special in a child's life and it was so fun to take her around and see all the other kids in their costumes and get lots of yummy candy for mommy and daddy to eat.

Halloween Part 1

Finally getting around to posting a few Halloween pictures of my little butterfly. She had a great time and was the most beautiful butterfly I have ever seen in my life.

Baby Pictures that make you laugh!

DO WE REALLY HAVE TO CLEAN THE HOUSE?

BUCK TEETH ARE BEAUTIFUL, AREN'T THEY?

PEEK-A-BOO

"EYE....GOTCHA MATE!"

CAN I BORROW THE KEYS PLEASE!

PAPARAZZI AGAIN, REALLY? YOU SAID I COULD BORROW IT!

SHE GOT IT FROM HER MAMA!

GOT CAUGHT EATING ALL THOSE M&M's....SO DELICIOUS!

THERE ARE NO WORDS FOR THIS FACE, JUST MAKES ME LAUGH!

JUST A LITTLE NIBBLE FROM THIS MOON PIE!

EVERYONE NEEDS A LITTLE PICK ME UP SOMETIMES, EVEN BABIES!

SIMPLY HAVING A GREAT TIME IN THE TUB!
RUB A DUB A DUB!

Seasons are a changing

Fall is here and Winter is on it's way and is in my opinion the best time of the year. There is nothing like taking a walk with the cool breeze blowing all around and hearing the sound of gorgeous leaves crunching below your feet. The colors of the leaves on the tree are truly inspirational. This is the time of year I am at my peak...I feel inspired, motivated and in love with nature. Time to break out those winter jackets, scarves and boots. This is also the time of year I like to take our Christmas card pictures. The colors of the leaves are gorgeous, it's not raining outdoors, and it's the season that puts a smile on my face.

Now that winter is coming we have been stocking up on warm clothing which has been fun for us to play dress up. Happy Fall to one and all! Almost time for making snowmen and sipping on hot cocoa but until then enjoy those beautiful fall colors!

First birthday party!

(Invitation pictures taken by Daddy!)

First Outfit
(As she first wakes up from her nap to discover everyone waiting to party!)

(Fishy balloons and lots of fun presents!)

(Yummy Dessert from Auntie Olivia, Mommy & of course Betty Crocker!)

(Turning one is so much fun!)

(She would walk around to show everyone her cards from her gifts!)

(You would think this present was for the parents!)

(Showing her card of to everyone in her second outfit change!)

(Daddy made sure she had lots of balloons to play with!)

A year ago my baby girl was born and in the blink of an eye here we are celebrating the first year of her life. Repeat...it's her very 1st birthday party! What, I can't believe it! It's a moment of mixed emotions for me. I'm so excited to celebrate her first happy, healthy year of life and at the same time I begin to tear up and wonder where all the time went.

I had so much fun at her birthday party and it was one of the first times that I let go at a function and didn't worry about perfection, I just let things happen as they would. It was such a blast and we were so lucky to have such wonderful friends and family there to celebrate with us. Both grandmas provided an outfit for her rock star like entrances. She started with an adorable pink tutu from my mom and ended with a gorgeous handmade traditional Indian suit from his mom.
A special thanks to everyone for coming and for all the great gifts. I would also like to give a special thanks to all the extra hands for helping prepare for party as well as keep it going. I feel so loved and I know Kira was thankful too.

(MMmm who needs fruits and vegetables when you have cake!)