First Haircut

Garrett and I finally broke down and decided it was time to give Isabella her first haircut.  I must admit it was pretty difficult.  I was sad to see those baby curls go.  Afterwards we both agreed her hair looked better. 

Here is a before photo.  Notice the long wispy hair in the back.

Here is an after photo.

Christmas

We had a wonderful Christmas this year.  It was extra special as it was Isabella's first Christmas.  We spent the morning at home as a family.  We had fun openning stockings, a few gifts, and hanging out around the Christmas tree together.

Mid morning we journeyed out to my parents house.  There we also got to spend time with my brother, his wife, and my sweet niece Kyah.  Let me tell you, when you have little ones around your schedule is dictated by theirs.  You fit in the socializing, gifts, food, etc inbetween their naps and feeding times.  We finally made it through all the gifts late afternoon.  At which time we headed to our next destination.

We finished off the day at Garrett's side of the family.  This year the gathering was held and Nate and Sarah's.  The food, company, and gifts were great.  Poor Jackson, Isabella's cousin was not feeling well.  Now we know he came down with an ear infection in both ears.  He decided to join Isabella in her misery. 

We didn't take many photos on our camera so I can only post a few until I get others from the Grandparents.

Christmas Eve

This Christmas Eve was different than priors.  Not only because this year we have Isabella, but also because this year we only had to attend one service.  Normally every year Garrett and I attend two services, the first being our own church with his family and the second being my childhood church with my family.  It happened to work out this year that both sides of the family attended our church.  What a blessing it was. 

Here are a few photos from Christmas Eve.

A family of three this year.

Isabella with cousin Jackson

Isabella with Cousin Kyah

First cold and ear infection

Well I am sad to report that Isabella came down with her first cold and ear infection right before Christmas.  On the 20th, she didn't nap well, was a little fussy, and sneezed alot.  We had an inkling that she was coming down with something.  Well the next morning she was pretty congested and snotty, and very fuusy.  Being a first time parent, and overprotective at that, I decided I should probably take her in to the pediatrician.  Knowing my luck if I didn't she would probably need to be seen on Christmas when they wouldn't be open.  I called and made an appointment.  I felt a little silly, and thought they probably would think I was being silly.  However, it turned out she had an ear infection and the doctor was glad I brought her in.  After a few days of being on antibiotics and Tylenol Isbella finally became her joyous self again and the sparkle returned to her eyes.  I think she is finally on the mend, but we will see after her appointment on the 30th. 

6 Month Check-Up and Photos

As always I am behind in my blog postings.  So you are getting a bunch all at once.  On October 3rd, Isabella turned 6 months old.  At her six month check up she measured 25 1/2 inches in length which is 50th percentile and weighed a whopping 13lbs 2oz which is 5th-10th percentile.  The doctor had no issues with her weight and said she was growing excellent.  Everything checked out well.

A few highlights/updates of her progress and growth are that she is rolling all over the place.  She can sit up and is pretty sturdy in doing so.  I anticipate it won't be too long until she is crawling.  She is now eating rice cereal, oatmeal, avacado, sweet potatoes, apples, carrots, and zucchini.  When I say now eating, I mean has tried.  A few of these she absolutely refuses to eat, or I can get her to eat a little if I hide it in her cereal. 

We had her 6 month photos taken on October 1st.  Below are some of those photos. 

Gymboree

Today, October 18th Isabella attended her first play and learn class at Gymboree.  Her sitter Angela took her.  Angela said she did great and had a lot of fun.  She really loved playing with the balls.  Angela was so gracious to capture a few photos so we could share in the experience.  Isabella will be attending this class weekly.

Pumpkin Patch

On October 8th, we took Isabella to Maris Farms Pumpkin Patch.  We had the pleasure of sharing this experience with both sets of Grandparents, Isabella's Aunt Sarah, Uncle Nate, and cousin Jackson, and Garrett's cousin Jared.  Isabella was in a great mood for the event.  So great that I think she tuckered herself out and was knocked out at the end of the trip which you will see from the photos.