9 mos, 3 years

I know I have been way behind on my blog of lately.  Work has been INSANELY busy to say the least.  A lot has changed since my last post; Grace is a-whole-nother year older and Scarlett is almost walking!!!

For Grace's 3rd birthday, we wanted to do something a little extra special for her; so not only did we have the normal party at the house for family and some of her close friends, but we also treated her to Disney with her good friend Bella.  It was such a treat because this was the first time where she really knew a lot of the characters/princesses and genuinely was excited to meet them.  The girls loved meeting Merida, Elsa, and Anna.  It was such a fun experience for two sweet girls; I love seeing the pure joy on our girl's face and also seeing her and Bella together.  Bella is a school friend of Grace's and they don't get to see each other nearly as often as I'm sure they'd like, but when they do see each other, it's like they never missed a beat; kinda like me and Stephanie... right Stephanie?? :)

Disney fun with Bella!

 Birthday party with the birthday girl's Nana and Gigi

Grace has also since caught her first fish and learned how to ride her tricycle... her little legs can finally reach the pedals and she is understanding the concept of steering.  She was so proud of herself with both the fish and tricycle and we are also very proud of her!

Scarlett has since turned 9mos old.  She is our little bit and is always so happy (as long as she is fed and rested of course).  On mother's day this year, we dedicated sweet Scarlett at Church.  It was such a joy to have my mom and dad, as well as Garrett's mom and dad there.  Colton even came for the special occasion... just missing Sam and Amanda.  Scarlett has also started walking!!  She can take about 4 steps unassisted and can walk for days holding on to something.  Oh and did I mention this girl has 8 teeth?!  Grace didn't even have a single tooth at this age.

Baby dedication

Scarlett with her Granny and at church before the dedication

Our little family is growing way too fast... I enjoy watching them learn new things and grow before our eyes, but I wish it could all just happen a little bit slower.  These two girls are so wonderful together... Grace is so very gentle and sweet with Scarlett and Scarlett absolutely adores Grace... giggles and smiles with her ALL THE TIME!

Also, since my last post, we enjoyed our family cruise.  We went on the largest ship on the ocean, Allure of the Seas (the ship my sister just finished her contract on).  It was incredible!!!  We had a wonderful time with the family: Uncle Larry, Cousin Karen, Aunt Sherry, Granny, Papa, Nana, Papi, and of course Boo!  Again, since Grace was older this time around, she really enjoyed meeting all the characters.  She has been big into Madagascar [Lion (Alex) and Penguins (Rico, Kowalski, Skipper, and Private) are her favorites].  It just so happened that Amanda's roommate happens to be one of the penguins and is also King Julien; so Grace thought it was Awesome that Amanda lived with King Julien!  Every time we saw one of the characters, Grace gave them the sweetest hug and kiss.  King Julien was the sweetest to her and showed her so much love the entire cruise (Thanks Cara!!).  Amanda even took Grace to Pet at Sea and let her make her very own Lion stuffed animal.  She picked it out all her own and loves it.  It also just so happened that was the night that Grace came down with a virus and was sick throwing up all night :(  She snuggled with that Lion like no other.  All in all though, between the wonderful shows, dinners, characters, carousel rides, and being with family, it was one AMAZING trip!  Sorry for the MANY pictures, but all too cute to leave any out :)

Family picture!

Pool time

 Playing in the pool and carousel with Aunt Boo

There's Aunt Boo!

Going on the stage with Aunt Boo

Checking out Aunt Boo's stage makeup

 This girl loved Alex and Julien if you couldn't tell... hugs for Alex and kisses for Julien

 Making her Lion at "Pets at Sea"

 Julien showing miss Scarlett some lovin' :)

More pics with Alex and Julien!

Haha... waiting on the parade to start

Having fun with Papi... Look at that BIG SMILE!

Well, now we are in June and Grace is starting her swim lessons next week.  Boo's contract just ended and she arrived back home this past weekend; so we will get to spend more time with her again.  Here's to a wonderful summer!!

Daddy and Baby Girl in the background holding hands... <3