Payton Elizabeth

Since I stopped doing monthly updates on Payton when she turned one, I thought I would take a little bit and update you on my "baby" girl.  Well Payton is 26 months old- not so baby anymore :(!  She is growing so fast and seems to learn something new everyday!  I love watching her grow and discover the world around her. She is so stinkin smart!  Payton loves her baby doll, school, singing, building towers, riding her bike, being outside, her daddy, the park, dancing, playing dress up, and just about anything girly.  She lights up our world daily.  She can count to 10.  Point to all her body parts.  Knows all her animal sounds.  She can "sing" her ABC's (she mumbles most of the way and hits about 6 letters in between).  She can dress and undress herself.  She can color pretty well- for a 2 year old :).  She has some of her shapes down.  She is making complete sentences.  And always learning new words.  She amazes me with how much she knows!  She is getting better at eating- still pretty picky!  Her favorites are bananas, raisins, turkey, pb sandwhiches, carrots, applesauce, olives, apples, yogurt, milk, oatmeal, waffles and peas.  Of course, her all time favorite- mac and cheese!  She won't touch green beans, avocado, cheese, and strawberries.  She is a great big sister and constantly makes us laugh!  Payton is still going to school at Fielder 2 days a week and she loves it!  And she is really learning so much!  And I love some alone time with Kinsley.  We are so thankful for our healthy baby girl.             

Favorite Songs:  Jesus Loves me, wheels on the bus, and itsy bitsy spider, and If your happy and you know it.

Favorite Book:  Her elmo book

We sure do love you baby girl!!  

Kinsley is 2 months old

So I have been failing miserably on my blog lately...  I have missed it but life is busy busy busy.  I am pretty much back into the swing of things as far as work and a schedule.  Been working like crazy and continuing to get settled into our new house.  Payton is back in school two days a week as well.  And of course laundry has doubled and sleep is little.  So I am gonna attempt to catch ya'll up... Be prepared for a lot of posts coming in the next few days.  First, Kinsley is 2 months old!!

I can't believe you are two months old already.  Daddy and mommy love you very much!  We love watching you discover the world around you.  You are so far a pretty easy and laid back baby.  You hardly fuss and if you do its usually because you are hungry or need changing!  You sleep about 6 hours at night- and we are thrilled!!  You eat really well too (4oz every 3 hours durning the day).  You are quite talkative (something we think you get from your big sister).  Of course now its just coos and awes but we can't wait to hear what your first word will be.  You love when mommy or big sister sings to you- always brings a smile to your precious face.  You are growing fast- already in your 3-6month clothing!  You have had a cough this month which makes mommy sad but you have been a trooper and are getting better with each passing day.  You are still sleeping in your bassinet by mommy and daddy's bed.  We are about to move Payton to her big bed and transition you to the crib this month.  We love you baby girl and thank God we get to be your parents!        

Current Likes:  Music, her swing, being swaddled, her big sister, being held, car rides, being naked, being held and baths.  

Current Dislikes:  Being on her tummy for long periods of time, her bouncer, and laying flat (she likes her head to be propped up).  

Milestones:  She can hold her head up really well, follow you with her eyes, coo and awe, smile, laugh a little and grab toys that I put in her hand!    

Stats:  10 pounds and 12 ounces (40th percentile) and 22.5 inches long (40th percentile)!  Size 1 diapers.     

Firsts:  Sleeping "through the night" at 6 hours!  YAY!