Family Pictures

We made an appointment to have Michelle's 1 year picture taken (a month or so late, admittedly) and at the last minute decided to to family pictures at the same time. They turned out pretty well, so I thought I would share some. We are sending some in the mail out to family, but if you want one that you don't get, or want a different size, let us know because we bought the copyright for them all.

Michelle was tired by the time we got in to our appointment (45 minutes late!) But, as always, she puts on a show for the camera. She is such a little performer.

First Savings Account

Michelle opened her first savings account yesterday! We actually went before Christmas to do it, but I didn't have her social security number memorized yet . . . I'm such a bad mom sometimes! :) Anyway, I memorized it and we went yesterday. Thanks to grandparents for Christmas gifts to fill her first savings account!

Back Home Again

We made it home safely from Christmas in Utah. Michelle enjoyed our trip to the north of Utah, where she got to play with her cousins that she rarely sees. They adored her and she loved the attention. She loved the toys from Grandpa and Grandma Thompson too (except the penguin which, for some odd reason, scares her to tears).

Now, back at home, her favorite games involve throwing toys. She likes to pull all the pieces out of her puzzle and throw them across the room. She likes to take all the animals out of her Little People barn and throw them. She also LOVES when Mom or Dad builds a tower of blocks so she can knock it down!

She is also becoming quite the serious musician with all her musical instruments, like her new guitar.

A big accomplishment Sunday . . . she finally pulled herself up to a standing position. And we were thrilled, even if the chosen spot was one of the few "no-no" spots in the house.