Happy Birthday Jesus; It's Christmas!

Hey Friends!

Sorry the blog is a little late.

Last week I left Phoenix to visit my family in Michigan and celebrate the birthday of Jesus. So far my trip has been a whale of a time. I got to play in the snow, danced like no other, made a cake for the birthday party, went to a live nativity with a cool petting zoo and saw lots of family. The neat part is that my trip isn't even half over; I will be in Michigan for two more weeks.

In the meantime, Happy New Year!

I'm leavin' on a jet plane...

XOXOXOXO

Hello Everyone!

Today Mommy and I get to go on a big airplane to Michigan, while Daddy goes to Texas for a few days before joining us. I am very excited! I have my bags packed and my teeth brushed!

Mommy and I have been very busy baking for our friends. So far we have made 10 dozen cookies and a pan of brownies.

I cannot wait to see you all!

I'll be there soon!

Boys are...Cool!

It's funny, but I think that boys don't have cooties. You may think I am naive or jaded, but really they're lots of fun. In fact, I discovered recently that they are sweet, too. My buddy Caeden came over last week and we played; we hugged, too.

Then I found out that my new cousin from Uncle Cory and Aunt Melissa is a boy. Mommy and Daddy told me the little arrow on his picture tells me that he's a he!

Congrats Uncle Cory and Aunt Melissa!

Live.Laugh.Love

LIVE

LAUGH

LOVE
Only 20 more days til Christmas!!!

Not So Hot

For the first time in my life I am really under the weather; I don't like it one bit. Despite the bug, I continue to learn and grow and enjoy every day.

Aunt Erin came to visit and we really got along. She came from Newport Beach and spent Thanksgiving with us. We were really happy to have her. Thank you for coming.

Thank You

Thank you all for your prayers.

Thank you for your love.

Thank you for your thoughtfulness.

Mommy and Daddy have taught me to thankful and on this Thanksgiving, I truly am.

That said, I urge you to be thankful and when you are, share it with others. Tell them thank you...it's contagious!

Big Girl

Drinking a smoothie on Veteran's Day.

Hugging the couch.
Dressing up in mommy's clothes.
Catch ya later!

Tooth and Trouble

My fifth tooth is coming in! If you look real close you can see it on the bottom right.
Check out my new fort! I really like to play with the screen and sometimes I climb inside, but I have to do it only when my mommy and daddy are not looking. Otherwise I get a timeout.
Have a great week!!!

Ella

Fun Fall Activities

This week mommy found many fun activities for me. First, we went to Tolmachoff Farms where they had a corn box, animals, corn maze, and lots of other fun things!
Then we went to Pumpkin at the Peak. I got to wear my monkey costume and play lots of games.

Then we went to Roadrunner Park and feed the ducks.
Then we went to family fun night at North Phoenix.
As you can see I had a lot of fun this week!

Did you know that I love, love, love bananas!!!

Visitors

Hello Everyone!!!

This last week was fantastic! Gramsey and Grandpa Chuckles came to visit. We got to do a lot of fun things together like hike Pinnacale Peak, celebrate Daddy's birthday, and go to the park.

The Fair, Railroad, and Bananas

I hope everyone is enjoying the fall. The weather is very nice here and getting better everyday.

We are having lots of good times and spending lots of time exploring different things in the Valley of the Sun.

Last week we went to the Arizona State Fair. I saw some exotic animals at the petting zoo, some great food exhibits, mini tractor, and some very interesting people. Daddy said it reminded him of the Jackson County Fair, only weirder and much bigger.

We went on a picnic and explored the railroad park.

I even showed a banana who was boss.

Busy Busy World

I went to see my doc in San Diego on Saturday. My measurements were 28.5" and 18.5 lbs. I guess I am petite.
Then I went to a wedding. It was a pretty day and the bay was pretty with all the boats cruising around.
We took some time out to get a family photo. Mommy looks pretty in her dress!
I am becoming civilized; my hands aren't the only utensil I use to eat now. You can see my video at my YouTube site.
Bath time is getting to be the ultimate part of my day. Bubbles and and foam letters are simple yet very exciting.

Last week was so busy, but we are taking it easy this week, and then next week G & G Dunlap are coming to town. I am very excited to show them around my new town!

Personal Hygiene

Mommy says it's so very important to brush your teeth twice a day. She makes the routines more fun than they really are. Mommy is super cool!

On a side note, I learned a new song this week. It goes a little something like this:

I'm a little tea pot,

Short and stout.

Here is my handle.

Here is my spout.

When I get all steamed up,

I just shout,

"Tip me over

And pour me out!"

Joyeux Anniversaire!

Joyeux Anniversaire!

Joyeux Anniversaire!

Joyeux Anniversaire Ella!

Joyeux Anniversaire!