playground fun with Ella

Auntie Erin & Ella Visit

Paddington Bear

Part 2 of Taylor's "just because" present from Uncle Clint is a Paddington Bear. Of course, Taylor considers him another one of her "babies" and likes to give him hugs, kisses, and rides in the baby stroller. Typical girl, she is also very interested in his outfit... especially his shoes!

silly sleeper

best kind of present

...the "just because" kind!

Taylor received a 'just because' present from her Uncle Clint - Here is her opening (and enjoying) part 1 of 2 of her gift. She absolutely loves it! Thanks Uncle Clint!

13 week ultrasound

We had our 13 week ultrasound today for Baby Neilan 2.0 - I'm 12 weeks 4 days; however, the baby actually measured 13 weeks and 1 day (not sure if that changes my due date on record, but they noted my due date as Nov 4th for their records). The baby was upside down and curled into a ball, making it very difficult for the ultrasound technician to get the measurements and pictures that she needed. After about an hour, she was finally able to get the info. she needed (and the baby looks great by the way!) she also made a "guess" on gender... mind you, its very early, but her guess is boy. We'll see what they say at the 18-20 week ultrasound! I've been feeling like its a boy all along, but Patrick refuses to get his hopes up just yet :) And now for a picture of the little guy... or gal :)

taylor's room

before and afters...

dining room

before

after

 before...

after

Omi Visit

Omi came for a visit on Sunday. Unfortunately it was rainy and cold which made for only inside play, but Taylor practiced her shape sorter and piano with Omi - and showed off all of her other toys! I think we played with every single thing in her room!

first haircut

Taylor had her first haircut last week (per her Grandma's request). She now has cute little bangs and face framing layers :)

She loves her new "do".