Everyday Moments

A friend on Instagram tagged me and asked me to share some "everyday moments" for five days in a row. Per my usual style, I fell behind and it took me way longer than five days to complete. I threw in a couple extras just because I can. :)

Day 1

Morning coffee help. 

Day 2

Lap naps. 

Day 3

Face Time calls with Daddy. 

Day 4

Attempted tattoo removal by Hazel

Day 5

Spring Digging

Hazel 7 Months/Hugh 3.75 Years

This morning Hugh asked if we could take some pictures. I happily obliged. He rarely lets me take a picture of him anymore unless his fingers are pulling his mouth into that cute little distorted silly face with his tongue hanging out. Our little photo shoot was a nice break from the cleaning and packing that has been occupying most of our time lately. It also doubles as Hazel's 7 month photo shoot. My kids are growing at the speed of light it seems. As usual I'm at a loss for words. One day I'll be a blogger with many witty things to say. For now, this is the end. 

Hazel 6 Months

Hazel,

Only 6 months ago you were brought earth side to take your place in our family, but it feels like you were with us long before. I can't remember a day that I didn't have you and your brother to wake up to. With your very busy brother by your side, your developmental milestones are hard for even the adults to keep up with. You are already talking "dada" and "Lala", standing with the help of whatever you pull yourself up on, and crawling (although you would much rather walk).  You can wave hello/goodbye like a pro, and your giggles brighten up every room you enter. 

Pears and peaches are your very favorite thing to eat. Bananas are your least favorite. More than anything, you still prefer to snuggle and nurse. 

Hugh's tools and Legos are preferable to the teacups and teethers. 

Bath time is so much fun. You squeal with delight when the water starts flowing from the faucet and you flood the bathroom with your excessive splashing. 

It has been a quick and wonderful 6 months. Please don't grow up too fast. 

Love, 

   Mom

True to my photo-hoarding form, here are a few too many photos of my precious little girl. 

Note: I've been fighting the light lately when I'm taking pictures. I desperately need to take a class or two. And finally invest in some real editing software. Until then, you must be punished by my amateur skills. 

See that long luxurious lock of hair in the middle of her head? The rat tail. I refuse to cut it. I'm holding on to hope that the rest of her hair will fill in.