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Friday, October 9, 2009

Long Overdue...


It has almost been a month since I posted and that is not fair to all of you without Paisley! I know there is a lot of writing below and little pictures, sorry and I don't blame you if you don't read it.

I was able to spend a week in Utah last month, which was such a blessing and so much fun. I took about 3 pictures of course so no post about my trip, but Paisley did turn 9 months this week. She is learning so much so quickly it is fun everyday to play and teach her. While we were in Utah she started saying ma ma and da da, which is so awesome to hear even if she has no idea what she is saying.At the doctor she weighed 16 lbs. 11 oz. (15%) and was about 27 inches long (25%). The doctor let me know she cannot have 4 bottles a day anymore. She is fickle with eating baby food and adult food which makes it difficult to go to 3 bottles a day. Sometimes she eats everything I give her and sometimes she hates what I give her. She is so happy to play with toys and entertain herself. She has little friends in the neighborhood that she just watches, laughs at, and loves to play with. They are all so good to her despite being older and more mobile than her. She loves to pull herself up and walk along furniture. She can play peek a boo for hours, but only hides her face, she doesn't care too much if you hide yours. She loves to have us walk her around the room. We love her so much and are so happy to have her in our family!

Brady is doing really well in school and takes his comprehensive anatomy final Monday. (YAY!)

I am finishing my master's internship at an elementary school here. I go in all day Tuesday and Thursday and play school counselor. I enjoy the job if I ever had to work, but miss Paisley more. I can't wait for March when I am finished and can spend EVERYDAY home. I couldn't do this without awesome friends who help watch Paisley and I OWE them major!

We are so grateful for our ward and friends who have been so kind, helpful, and loving. We still love being in Pittsburgh and know it is where we need to be (even though I can't wait to move back to Utah someday!) Thanks to everyones love and support during my visit and while we are away!

On Tuesday my best friend, Steph Hess, had a little girl, Breckyn, and it has been hard to be here in Pittsburgh and not there to support her. Steph has always been there for me and given me so much support especially with Paisley. She was nice enough to take the laptop to the hospital so I could see Breckyn and she is a GORGEOUS little girl like her parents. Steph will be such an amazing mom and I can't wait to meet this little girl in December!
Here are two clips of Paisley and her personality for those interested.



15 comments:

Emily said...

She is so stinking cute. I love her so much :)

Jessica and Bryce said...

Sweet little Paisley. Isn't is so fun to watch her grow and see her learn new things??? I love that she's saying mama and dada.

amity said...

oh my gosh she is growing up too fast. how cute is that laugh of hers and i can't believe she is already talking. she has the biggest smile i have ever seen. so glad all is well and don't guilt yourself for not posting. life is busy and life comes first. we love you and miss you.

Jocelyn said...

i'm bawling i miss her so much!!!!

Steph and Brady said...

Oh those videos are so cute! Paisley is so adorable! I am so glad we got to talk to you guys at the hospital, that was so fun! Love ya!

Heidi said...

i love the videos she is such a doll! i love when you whisper to brady to hide the camera, i know what you mean everytime we get the camera out houston is distracted and just wants to get it the whole time instead of perform!

Amanda said...

Do you want to just move in together. I can't wait for this test to be OVER! Cute Post. I love Paisley. and you. and brady.

Mindy M. said...

I miss my little lady so much!! I am so glad I got to kiss and hug her while you were here!! Can't wait until Dec to see ya all again!! She will be doing so many more things then too.

Brandon, Emily and Chloe said...

Paisley is such a cute little girl! I love the videos! I am so happy to read that you guys are doing well. We will have to plan a big "party" for when you are here in December!

Brandon, Emily and Chloe said...

Paisley is such a cute little girl! I love the videos! I am so happy to read that you guys are doing well. We will have to plan a big "party" for when you are here in December!

Kyle, Cassie and Kids said...

Paisley is so adorable! I love how she says mama and dada, she is so cute and she's at a fun age!

Sarah Keith said...

Laurel, you are the best! Thanks for coming over last night! We need to hang out soon!

MoRgAn! said...

Ah what a cutie! Thanks for the update it was fun to see watch the videos! I bet it was so cool to hear her say mama and dada! It looks like you guys are doing so great! Love ya!

The Wimmer 5 said...

Oh my gosh! Brady I am so excited! I am just about to pee my pants/my heart beat out of my chest. I love it. I totally need to go if he really comes. He has to right?

So I googled it trying to get more info and so far found this site;http://www.countrystandardtime.com/blog/thefrontporch/entry.asp?xid=496

Maybe you've already seen it but it got me excited. Except they said that Garth in concert would fill the void of Chesney not touring next year. What? I mean Kenny Chesney is good but seriously, you think if Garth is anywhere within an Earth's distance of me that Kenny Chesney will be anywhere in my mind? I don't think so. I mean, come on. Let's just not even put the two in the same article.

So check it out. Can't wait for tomorrow. That would be a way fun trip.

Veronica said...

My heart is melting out of my chest. How I love that little grandaughter!!! She is a joy! Thanks so much for posting videos. They are precious and I think you will be so happy to have them when that little girl is all grown up and living far away like you are from me. Love you dear girl.