pictures with grandma betty

friday morning we travelled to Nichole's to do photos with Grandma Betty.
something we have never attempted to do before. we were short one child, josh had to work, the price he paid for having thanksgiving off. Here are a few photos from the shoot...

reading...

yahaira reading the story of the elf on the shelf to you.
being a big sister and filling you in on the story of johnny and how he works.
giving you tips and pointers so that you know what to expect.
You sat so intently listening to her every word, loved watching that interaction between the two of you.

the...

helpful hands that put that tree together
you loved watching and later in the evening your were just drawn to the lights
staring with wonder when I held you near the tree.
love watching christmas thru your eyes.

family photos

all the kids

with grandma betty

grandma betty and her grandkids

with grandpa plath

first food

you watched me eating as I held you. your little mouth opening and tracking the fork so I gave you a little taste...
after the first taste there was no stopping, you wanted more. so instead of eating cereal as your first food you enjoyed mashed potatoes.
Everyone laughed as they watched how excited you got when you saw the spoon heading your way.

your 1st Thanksgiving

so much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving.
having you in our lives is certainly at the top of the list.

expressions

love how your face is becoming more and more expressive
love those faces you make.

6 month pictures

you were intent on wiggling and making this photo as complicated as possible.

something

I had yet to do...
pictures of a little one and myself.
it only took 7 kids to get to that point.
So glad nichole captured these for us.

tutu cute....

6 months

life...

is good in her world.
She is growing and exploring every day.
Life is good in our world too...
this week we found out we will be adopting this little wonder.