First Snow!

It snowed today and she just had to go out and see what was going on! She loved the snow but it was just too windy here in Troutdale. Little stubborn monster that she is refused to keep mittens on her hands and was done when her little hands got too cold. We will have to take her out and try again if the wind dies down before it melts away!

Santa 2008

All the cousins went to see Santa at Macy's downtown and had a great time! No one cried and we all got some good pictures. Krystiana was more confused than happy I think, but seemed to enjoy Santa and all the reindeer.

Halloween 2008

The weather could not have more perfect for this halloween night! No rain and warm night...Krystiana and Shaylee walked around the neighborhood. Krystiana was dressed as a cow and Shaylee went as a bumble bee. They loved walking by themselves! They are getting so big! Krystiana got a little scared as people opened the doors, but was no longer shy once the candy bowl appeared. Once she figured out that the little boxes of candy would shake and make noise we ended up with a bag full of milk duds and nerds candies!

Sunriver 2008

All the cousins took a trip to Sunriver in Bend this summer. We had a blast! We rode bikes around the park, played on the playground and went swimming. The weather was beautiful.

Krystiana's 1st Birthday!

We had so many family and friends over for Krystiana's 1st birthday. She loved seeing all of her friends and had a great time opening all of her presents. When it was time for the cake, I think she was a little worn out. She was not happy about getting her hands dirty and wanted nothing to do with her cake. With so many new toys she just wanted to get back to play time.

Playtime!

We got a pass to OMSI and Krystiana loves to play in the sand...It took some getting used to having sand on our hands but now she loves it! Her new favorite toy is the cell phones...if you happen to get a strange text message you know where it probably came from! We also like to climb into the toy box and just play with the toys inside the box...less cleanup for mommy so we'll let this one go as long as she still fits inside.

Bathtime Fun!

Krystiana loves her bathtime! Even the kitties are getting in on the fun. She is figuring out how fun it is to splash everyone. Most of the toys end up on her head or in her mouth...such a strange child.

10 months!!

It is hard to believe that Krystiana is 10 months old already! She definitely has a lot of personality!

Rhonda Spring Break Visit

Aunt Rhonda came to visit during spring break and we had a blast! We went and visited friends and family and just hung out and played with the babies. Krysiana warmed up to her Aunt really quickly and they played all week long. It was really sad to see her go back home but we hope to see her again soon.

Goats!

My friend got three baby goats and we thought it would be fun for Krystiana to play. She was a little scared at first but it didn't take long before she was having a great time. They didn't run away from her like the kitties do...she was loving it.

7 months old!

This has been a busy last couple of weeks! We have learned how to crawl and pull up to standing! We thought we had more time to sit and play with toys...but Krystiana has never been one to be happy sitting still. We are now chasing her around the house. The kitties have taken to hiding (as you can see in one of the pictures). Working on getting a video on the blog of her crawling but am having some technical issues...it will be coming soon.
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6 Months Old!!

Krystiana is getting big so fast. She sits up all by herself and is trying to crawl...kinda. She has discovered her voice and has become very vocal. Most days she will talk to anyone who is around to listen. If there is a mirror around she will talk to herself. Everything goes into her mouth...most recently her toes. She loves to sleep with her kitties near by and play with them as long as they will put up with the abuse.

Family Pics

Just a few pics of the cousins, kitties and mommy and daddy.

My first Christmas 2007

We had a great Christmas with lots of new clothes and loud toys! Tracy, Heidi,Caden, Weldon, Tanna and Shaylee all came over to help open presents. I think we liked the wrapping more than anything else. It even snowed for us on Christmas day, which is a very rare occasion for us here in Portland.

Pictures!!

Mommy took me to get my first real photos! I didn't want to smile for the strange people taking my pictures...so here are some of my cutest ones anyway.

Krystiana Laughing

A Few of My Firsts

I am growing up so fast. I have recently found my thumb and love to suck on it all day long. Mommy lets me...for now. I have a few new toys to stare at and am starting to grab at them...but not while on my back, I hate being on my back. I also tried my first bites of rice cereal...it's fun...to spit out. Too much work for now so I think I'll stick to milk for a little longer.

First Halloween 2007

My first Halloween!! We went to a pumpkin patch with cousin Shaylee...It was very muddy and very busy. Halloween night we stayed home and handed out candy to all the trick or treaters. There were lots of fun costumes and I was smiling at all the kids...until the high school kids started knocking. No one else came by after that...maybe cause mommy turned off the lights. (Darn those high school kids).

My First Month

Krystiana's due date was July 30th, 2007. Two weeks before her due date I was having some strange contractions so decided to go into the hospital to see what was going on. An ultrasound quickly revealed the cause of my discomfort...She never turned and was in breech position. After unsuccessfully trying to turn her around (something I never want to experience again) we were told a c-section was our only option.
My c-section was scheduled for a week later. I showed up to the hospital at 6am and she was born by 8:48am. After nine months of anticipation for what birth was going to be like...no contractions, no labor, nothing! I had my beautiful baby girl and didn't have to do any work! She came out screaming and the nurses instantly commented on how much she looked like her daddy.

Expensive Kitty Toys

Krystiana doesn't like any of her toys...but at least they are getting put to good use. The kitties seem to really enjoy them. I guess it's not money gone completely to waste.