Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Dear Hadley,

*A guest post by Kearington

I can't believe that today you are one year old!  I remember when my parents found out they were having a little girl and were so excited because they knew we would be best friends.  They told me all about you the day you were born - like how beautiful you were, how much hair you had and how lucky you were to have parents that loved you so much.




Even though it was a long six weeks, I will never forget the day we finally met.  Yes, I remember meeting you for the first time even though I slept the entire time you were there.  



Who knew all of the adventures we would have together during our first year.  I can't imagine a better friend to get to experience a lot of firsts with.  These are a few of my favorite moments together during the last year:

Sky Top Orchard - this was the first time I had ever gone to an apple orchard.  Our parents were acting all kinds of crazy trying to get us to smile and laugh for that strange black thing they had pointed in our faces.  I was fascinated with your feet, after all yours were only the second set I had ever noticed before.


The first time my mommy left me with your mommy - you held my hand the entire time and let me know it would all be okay.  Thanks for being right beside me until my mom came back.






My first tooth - you checked it out and let me know it was all okay.  You told me about your experience with teething, which helped me know it would only hurt for a short time.



Five Guys - because who doesn't like eating a burger and fries with your bestie?



Our morning talks - I love catching up on the previous day with you.  You always have the best gossip to tell over a warm cup of coffee!



Our First Halloween - I can't believe our parents made us dress up in these silly outfits and didn't even give us candy.  How rude!


Our First Christmas - I'm sure this is only the beginning of matching Christmas pajamas.  One day we will be able to tell our parents how weird they are.  I loved how we didn't sit still to get back at them for making us match.  We sure were cute though!



Our First Vacation together - my mom is kind of moody in the morning before her coffee, so I'm just glad we made it a week without any fights or arguments.  I did enjoying sharing my car with you, but it might not quite go down like this fifteen years from now...just sayin.






Our First Hot Air Balloon Ride - oh wait...


I just want you to know, even though we might throw some punches


Or choke each other



You will always be my best friend in the whole world and my partner in crime.  I can't wait to spend more time together and experience more firsts in the years to come.  I and my parents love you to the moon and back!  

Love always,

Kearington


HAPPY BIRTHDAY HADLEY!!






Monday, March 17, 2014

Kearington - Month 10

And Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Time is going by so quickly!  I know it will be Kearington's first birthday before I know it.  I keep telling myself that I can just keep her 11 months and 29 days old forever, but I guess that isn't reality.  This month seems to be the biggest in regards to K learning things.  She is picking up on things so quickly...including picking up every piece of lent and dirt on the ground (which is driving me crazy!)  She will now follow me wherever I go.  No more going into the kitchen for water without turning around and seeing her smiling right behind me.  I am enjoying every minute with her as I know she will only be this small for a short period of time.  Pictures are becoming more difficult as she won't sit still for very long nor does she like to look at the camera.  Here are a few of this month's outtakes:











*17 lbs
*Wearing mostly 6-9 month clothes
*You still love D D more than anyone and he is starting to warm up more to you
*You say Ma Ma and Da Da all of the time!
*Starting to say "bye bye" and wave
*Will wave every time someone says "hi"
*Four teeth
*You still love your blocks and rings but are starting to enjoy stuffed animals too
*Loves pulling out and chewing on all your books (you are like a beaver most of the time)
*Sleeping 10-12 hours at night
*Loves pretty much any food especially when you can feed yourself
*Crawling around and getting into everything
*Pulling up on everything and starting to "walk" holding onto things
*You definitely know what the word "No" means and you don't like it
*Loves being held but also loves to play by yourself


Kearington - you continue to bring so much joy to your daddy and I as well as anyone that comes into contact with you.  I always think there is no way I could love you more but I think our love grows for you daily.  We love watching you grow and learn new things.  We want to keep you a baby forever but know you will grow up and do amazing things.  We are so glad that God choose us to be your parents!