Come on Gabriella!

I know she can stand and walk on her own. I have seen her stand alone when she doesn't realize no one is holding her. But that little doll is so afraid of falling she won't take the leap and let go. I am excited for her, I can't wait to see the look of glee on her face when she finally does it on her own. She is so independant and having to have help to walk does drive her nuts. I will video it as soon as she does it and post it here for all to see.

Happy Hallowe'en

Hunter would NOT leave his costume on so unfortunately he just wore his pirate hat. But here are pics of Austin from Ratatouille and Gabriella my Prima Ballerina! They had fun, even though all three were sick. Gabriella vegged in her stroller and even now when we drive at night, Hunter hollers 'trick or treat!'

Better Late then Never!

Here are our pics from our day at Pingle's Farm, picking out our pumpkins.

Gabriella turns one...

She did yesterday. At 8:01am. My heart is broken. I can't get over that it has been a whole year. I remember it like it was yesterday, the worry, the fear, the uncertainty of when we would finally bring he rhome. She has grown so much and changed so much. She completes our family and I can't remember life before her. I can't imagine my life without her. Luis and I were saying last night as she was falling asleep that she has so easily warmed our hearts and found her place there. Here are some pics of our tiny girl on her special day: