ONE MONTH OLD!

Happy One Month Birthday, Little Girl!

For your shower, Jenny had everyone decorate a onesie with a number coordinating to how many months old you are to wear on your month birthdays.  The first one is from your uncle Danny, with your mom's favorite, Dylan McKay on the back.  I am sure that you will grow to love him as much as I do.  :)

xoxo, the mama

Getting SO big!

Dear Zoe - Tomorrow you are officially one month old, I can't believe it.  You are getting so big, you have officially grown out of your newborn clothes and have moved onto 0-3month outfits.  Everytime I see you, you seem to have gotten a little bigger.  You are now holding your head up for a few seconds all by yourself.  Also, during tummy time, you can completely move your head from one side to another.

Time is going by so fast, I hope I can remember all the little things you do.  You are a VERY loud eater, you make the loudest sighs as you gulp.  You also coo like a little dove when you are nice and relaxed.  When you are starting to get uncomfortable, you make a sound like a goat and it makes your dad and I laugh out loud.

Here you are on your changing pad this afternoon.

Little dancing feet

Mom, stop with the pictures! 

All Bundled Up

Dear Zoe - We went for a walk today and got you all bundled up.  You love going for walks, you always fall fast asleep. 

Tonight we are getting more visitors!  You uncle Patrick and aunt Shannon are in town to meet you.  They are very excited to hang out with you.  Jenny is also coming over tonight for dinner, she just can't stay away!

Carly & Becky's shower

Dear Zoe -

Today was a milestone for us.  This was the first time we were alone in the car together!  We drove out to Highland Park for Carly & Becky's shower.  I was a bit nervous, but you were perfect in the car.  I sang to you on the way out and you fell fast asleep.

You got to meet a bunch of new friends today and everyone thought you were just beautiful.  It was your first wedding AND baby shower. 

I love having our girl time together.  :)

xoxo, the mama

First date night!

Dear Zoe - Last night, your dad and I went out and left you home with Grandma!  We went to my good friend Ann's wedding.  You were in very good hands at home.  Dad and I ate good food, drank some wine, and danced.  We missed you very much and talked about how fun it is going to be when you are old enough to come with us and dance at weddings. 

We came home around 11pm and were very excited to see you.  You are very lucky to have a grandma that is so happy to come over and hang out with you!

xoxo, the mama

Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy First Thanksgiving, little girl!  Mom and Dad hosted our first real Thanksgiving yesterday and had your Grandma and Grandpa, Nana and Da and Danny over for dinner.  Dad worked hard all day making the turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce and brussel sprouts.  Everything was delicious.  We even got cupcakes from mom's favorite bakery for dessert.

I took some pictures of the food. (one of my favorite things to do) When you are a bit older, you will even be able to taste some of it! 

Dad and I are starting all new traditions this year with you.   You watched the Macy's day parade this morning with your Nana and had mimosas (for her, not you).  We had a delicious dinner and went to bed early, which was fun for all three of us.  Next holiday- Christmas, we can't wait!!

xoxo, the mama

Benny

Dear Zoe- They say that a picture is worth a thousand words, and I think that this one is a great example.  For the last few weeks, your big brother Benny has been quite jealous of your arrival.  He has been trying to get your mom and dad's attention (and grandma and grandpa's) as much as possible.  Anytime he can stick his nose into the situation, he does.  Grandma and I were trying to get you to pose for this picture, and Benny just wanted to be a part of the action. 

I am sure that this will continue for a while until you learn to chase him around the house, then he probably won't want much to do with you anymore.  Until then...

xoxo, the mama