happy halloween.

This is Norah's halloween costume....our little princess. Halloween night might be too chilly for her to wear this costume, but we are hoping she can so we can show her off. I am planning to take more pictures of her in her costume...we just did a quick photo shoot this morning and this is what we got. Isn't she just so pretty? =)

five months old

I took these photographs of her for her five month old pictures. She wore this dress for her baby dedication. She looked so beautiful. It just amazes me how much a baby grows in five months time.

Loyal Cub Fans

Jayme is already looking forward to the 2007 baseball season.....he loves his Cubs, and is already teaching Norah how to become a true fan. She really liked playing (drooling) on daddy's baseball. Jayme wanted to get some pictures of his favorite little cubby. I keep reminding her to be careful....those
Cubs will break your heart.

baby dedication

We had Norah's baby dedication at church yesterday. It was a great service. A day that means so much to our family. Norah did a great job there, and she had lots of friends and family there to watch to support her and her parents.
She looked exceptionally cute that day. =)

Pumpkin Patch

Today we took Norah to Gull Meadow Farms....apple orchard and pumpkin patch. She really didn't "get" the whole Pumpkin patch experience...but of course we took pictures. Before we know it....Halloween will be here. She is going to be a Princess for Halloween....not that she isn't one already...she will just look the part that night.

love the "Bumbo"

This is Norah in a Bumbo Seat. These are great for babies who don't have their sitting balance yet. Norah usually likes hers.....in this picture she is at her friend's house....Kenna...and testing out her Bumbo....we liked it so much we bought one for her the next day.

need sleepy

Norah has really been struggling with sleeping through the night. I guess it is something I will just have to get used too....for now.
She will sleep initially about 4 hours, then it is up almost every 1-2 hours...usually she just wants the pacifier. She is addicted to that thing. I am trying really hard to not give in and let her sleep with us everynight....it is hard, because I know she loves it and sleeps really good with us. But I must win this battle. I must...I am the adult right....but I am so tired. hmmmm.

trip to the U.P.

We had a great time up north...the colors were amazing and the weather was perfect. Norah enjoyed it too...though these days...or shall I say nights have been really rough, her sleeping schedule really got messed up with all that traveling. Oh well.
It was fun to see all the family, and introduce Norah to all of them. We love to show off the love of our life to anyone. We were gone up there for three days, and I took about 400 pictures. It was so beautiful up there....I couldn't stop....so here are a couple of my favorites.

Hi Grandma Opal

This blog entry is just for Grandma Opal.....Norah says Hi and that she loves
you. She misses you because her mommy always tells her how wonderful you are. She hopes to see you again soon. We love you Grandma!!!!!!!!

Jumparoo

This is a newer version of the "Johnny Jump Around" She is learning to like it. She is still too small for it, but she loves to stand and likes to
stand in it right now...doesn't really bounce yet. I bought her this adorable fleece outfit the other day....daddy keeps the house a little chilly for a baby, so we need to dress warmly!

i think i am teething

Norah loves to chew on anything....she isn't much of a drooler, but she has started more....so I am thinking we are hitting the teething stage soon.

NORAH

I love these letters for decorations in rooms. This was my one "splurge" in her nursery....the rest of the stuff is garage sale items, or hand me downs. Jayme thought it would be cute to get a picture of her by her name.
Cute huh.

discovering herself.

This was right before bath time....and she found herself in the mirror! It was so cute, she was even sitting up by herself during this time. She was so
fascinated with that beautiful baby who looked just like her!