Gig 'Em

Even thought the Aggies lost, we had fun watching the game on Saturday.

Here's Mallory with her super-mean game face on!

2nd runner up

Lately Mallory has been completely mesmerized by balloons. Many of you have seen this first hand. In fact, at her birthday party, we had to put the balloons outside until after cake and presents so she would not be totally distracted by them. We pretty much have to buy one any time we go to a store that has one (which I didn't realize this, but that's a whole lot of places). I love Central Market and OTB for giving away free balloons! She even tried to take one in the bathtub with her the other night.

In our house, balloon=happy baby

However, yesterday we did discover an unexpected 2nd runner up on Mallory's list of favorite things. Lori and I were taking the girls to an outdoor shopping center and wishing that we had a double stroller so they could ride together and entertain each other. Lori came up with the most genius idea!

They stayed in the wagon the entire time and were laughing and waving to people as we rode by. Needless to say, we were a bit of a spectacle as we paraded around...but they (and we) had a such a fun time. We borrowed the wagon from my sister (thanks Kel) so we brought it home with us. Let's just say we have been on a total of 4 rides in the last 24 hours!

This cooler weather is perfect for some wagon riding!

I love me!

Mallory's pictures came in a few weeks ago and SHE loves them! Every time she see them, she points and smiles. She was just dying to get her hands on the big print. She was so happy when we finally let her see it (don't worry, it was still wrapped in plastic). Is it too early to start worrying about vanity? :)

Let's Party!

Thank you, thank you, thank you...to all of our friends and family for making Saturday such a special day for us! We are truly blessed by your friendship and your generosity. We had so much fun at Mallory's 1st birthday party! Here's some pics from the day...

She decided that Scott and I need a little icing on our faces as well!

The balloons were a big hit (as usual).

After the party, Mallory went swimming with Daddy, Landry, Ellie, and Grandpa.

Happy 1st Birthday Mallory!!

Celebrate!!

Last week was so much fun. We got to celebrate Mallory's birthday pretty much all week. On Tuesday (her actual birthday) Mimi and Pops were in town visiting/escaping the hurricane so we went out for a special birthday lunch and then went to one of Mallory's favorite stores for some shopping. Nana came over Tuesday evening and brought her present to open and then Scott and I took Mallory out for dinner. We went to On the Boarder...for two reasons...one, they have black beans (her fav) and two, they give out balloons (her other fav). We also learned that night that Mallory LOVES chicken quesadillas, who knew? When we got home, she opened a couple of gifts from Mommy and Daddy. All in all, I'd say she had a pretty wonderful 1st birthday!

Here are a few pics from the day...

The neon green string belongs to her OTB balloon that she refused to let go of. She really wanted to take it in the bath tub with her.

Stay tuned for the party post and a birthday montage!

Happy Birthday!

Exactly one year ago today, we were at the hospital about to meet our precious little Mallory Kate. What a special day that was. I began my labor at about 2 am and around 8 am we headed for the hospital. Mallory was born at 5:24 pm. We had no idea how much she would change our lives. We feel so blessed to have such a healthy, beautiful, 1 year old little girl!





All about Mallory at 1 year

Teeth- 6 (and #7 coming through any day)

"Words" she can say- no-no, all done, mama, dada, uh (the beginning of uh oh)

"Words" she will sometimes say- nana, lo (hello), bye bye, yum

Favorite Toys- balloons, pushing her walk-behind cart, baby dolls, her stuffed lion, and her puppy snuggle blanket

Transportation- still crawling, but she is able to stand by herself...just not brave enough to take a step yet

Favorite Foods-grapes, black beans, bananas, yogurt, and she will beg for a taste of anything sweet (just like her mom :)

She Loves... swimming, taking a bath, listening to Daddy read her a bed time story, anything musical, playing chase, and playing with her sweet friends

For Mallory...

Happy 1st birthday our sweet little girl! Although it has only been a year, we can't imagine what our life was like without you. You bring us such great joy each and everyday. We are so thankful to be your parents and we could not ask for a more amazing daughter!

We love you always and forever,

Mommy and Daddy