First Haircut

I'm not sure if it's the swimming or just playing outside everyday, but lately Avery's hair has looked "scraggly." I want it to grow out so she hasn't had a haircut yet, but I also want it to grow evenly and healthy. When we were in town for my brother's wedding, my Aunt Nanny offered to trim her hair for me. Avery was so excited to get a haircut as she has been with me to get mine cut. She sat so still and was fine while we sprayed it with water.

The trim begins... so far so good.
Then I notice her face begins to look a little scared. I'm not sure if it was the scissors or cutting sound.

And finally the big cry rang out... poor thing, she was doing so good. Thankfully, the cut was almost over and Aunt Nanny did great at keeping it brief. Just a trim around the bottom and sides.

All finished and as cute as ever. You wouldn't even be able to tell because the trim was so tiny, but I think it looks better and now Avery has had a haircut.

Lance's Wedding

My little brother Lance got married this past weekend. The whole weekend was wonderful and full of family and friends. Casey, Avery, and I were all honored to be included in the bridal party. I didn't get too many pictures since I was in the wedding and busy running around, but here are a few pics to see how beautiful everything was. If I get more pics later I will post those. The wedding went perfect and there were so many people there to celebrate. The happy couple are on their honeymoon this week and plan to live in Abilene when they return.

Obviously Avery was quite busy at the rehearsal and so serious while writing on the envelope.

Avery with her Nona and Papa.

The groom Uncle Lance.

The rehearsal dinner was at a museum downtown.

Me and my cousin Betsy.

I loved the wedding cake!

She sat in the wagon and practiced so well to be a flower girl...

Then she got REALLY tired having had no nap (the wedding was at 2:00) and started watching Barney right before the wedding. The meltdown began about 1:55 when we turned Barney off.... needless to say, she didn't make it down the isle as a flower girl. She sure did look cute in all the pictures though! She was asleep by 2:10 and slept in her Aunt Karla's lap during the wedding. A true 2 year old!

Me and the prettiest little flower girl!

My cousins Betsy, Sarah, and Callie at the reception.

The newlyweds - Lance and Kallie McFall!

Avery's Birthday Party

We had so much fun at Avery's ladybug birthday party. We were glad that so many family and friends were able to come and celebrate. We cooked out hamburgers and had cake and ice cream. Yummy. Here are a few pics of all the fun.

Avery's great grandmomma and all her cousins - Creek, 5, Chole, 3, Bella, 10 weeks, and Boone, 4.
Playing with Daddy.

Enjoying her new swingset from mom and dad.

Opening all the presents.

Playing with her new kitchen and aprons (thanks to Aunt Nanny for taking the time to make the little aprons)

The ladybug cupcakes were the kids' favorite.

Red hands!

Eating hamburgers.

Playing with Avery's new bubble machine... so much fun.

Avery turns 2!

I can not believe that my sweet baby Avery turned 2 on July 3rd! Since I am still playing catch up on the postings, I put a few pics here and will post birthday party pictures soon.

Big and preggo with the munchkin. 6 weeks old

1st Birthday Party 2nd Birthday Party

I love this little munchkin so much! She is so silly and funny and talking ALL the time. She is healthy and happy and we thank God for her EVERY day. Her questions make me laugh all the time and she doesn't miss a thing. Her favorite tv show is Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, she would wear a swimsuit all day everyday if I would let her, she is all girl and loves shoes, lemonade, pasta, bread, and cake (who doesn't, right?). She also has become VERY independent and I hear "I do it myself!" about 100 times per day from dressing, to brushing teeth, to opening/shutting doors, and even screwing the sippy cup lid on. We are working on potty training, but I must confess I haven't tried too hard... I will work on that. Avery loves animals of any kind and will kiss them all. She loves playing mommy, kitchen, shopping, and helping me do EVERYTHING. I'm not going to lie, her 2nd birthday was bittersweet as I see my baby growing up too fast. I love each new stage, but miss the previous ones as well. Happy Birthday "big girl!"

Fun Valley Vacation

Whew... I am trying to catch up on the blogging. The past couple weeks have been filled with fun and so busy. My family goes to a little resort/campground in Colorado every summer called Fun Valley. This year we were excited that so many of us got to go (except Casey could not get off work). We had a blast hanging out and enjoying the cool Colorado weather. There were soooo many pictures and I just tried to pick a few, but still ended up with lots for this one post. Here they are. Grandkids (minus Casey). From left - Callie, Kallie, Me, Avery, Lance, Betsy, Sarah
Avery and Aunt Karla.Avery was a pro at line dancing lessons with Callie.

My dad fished the whole time. Here is one of his catches.

Avery wanted to fish too so they made her a homemade fishing pole.

Riding her tricycle.

Pop and Avery rididng the bike (She LOVED her seat in the back)

My brother Lance and his fiance Kallie (their wedding is this weekend!)

The "Fun Valley Train" took you on a ride around the grounds.

Riding on the paddle boat with Callie and Evan (Callie's boyfriend)

Reading books outside with a fire.. the weather was so nice.

Of course she had to play in the dirt a few times!

Playing on the porch with Papa

We visited Creede, Colorado to shop a little... Aves and NonaSmelling the colorful flowers

The perfect sized train for Munchkin.

We had to try out the playground in Creede

Creede Mine with cousins Sarah, Betsy, Callie and Evan