How many pictures does it take to get Emily to smile?

Okay Emily, lets show everyone that beautiful smile you show mom all the time!



Okay, well, lets start by taking out that binky. No one can see your smile with a binky in! C'mon baby!! Let's show off that smile!



Hmm, not quite what Mama was going for. C'mon sweetie, you can do it!!



Oooo, you're opening your mouth - getting closer sweetie, c'mon!!



Oh my gosh, that's it!! must.hit.camera.button.fast!! What a beautiful smile!



Okay, apparently you're finished :).

Okay, that was tiring :)

All of Emily's tricks in 10 seconds and halloween pic

Act 1: dimple
Act 2: babble
Act 3: dimple reprise
Act 4: more babbling and tongue sticking out
Act 5: hiccup
Finale: Spit up

Enjoy!!



I realized we never shared our family halloween picture here. We just email'd it out to some family. So, without further ado...



Yes, that is my 40 week 2 day pregnant belly sticking OUT of a shirt. Mom and Chris painted it to look like a Pumpkin. (That was my nickname for Emily throughout the pregnancy).

Chris' work Christmas Party

Last night was Chris' work Christmas party. Children were invited, so all three of us went! The food was delicious, and the company was great. I enjoyed dressing up nice and going out with other adults :).

Happy baby etting ready for the party!


Almost ready! Check out my adorable socks from Grandma Susan


I love my headband!!

(really, she doesn't).

Emily and Santa


Family photo