One

Madelyn turned one on Wednesday last week. That evening, we went to her Grandma's house for a small birthday party. She got to eat cake and icecream and open a few presents. Party #2 is on Sunday afternoon, and it is a ladybug party. I can't believe how fast this year has gone! I have been a little tearful this week when I think about my baby growing up so fast, but I know we have so much to look forward to with our big girl. She brings so much joy to our lives and makes me smile and laugh every day. I love her more than I ever thought I could love another person. Happy first birthday, Madelyn!

Mama

Last weekend, Madelyn, Richard, and I went to the lake house on Tablerock Lake. The water was really high, but we still had a fun time. We went to the pool, but it was really cold so Maddie didn't really like it. We went shopping in Branson and hung out with Grandma and Grandpa.

Grandma couldn't find the bibs, so she used a towel. :)


On Friday, Madelyn and I went to her first water-therapy class. The water was really warm and she had fun. She cried a few times and was a little fussy when she had to do some "work". Maddie has also started throwing a few tantrums this last week. Next week, we are going to song/story time at the library, to a Kindermusik class, and maybe swimming in Aunt Katie's pool. Madelyn is getting her 1 year pictures taken and we might go to Hutchinson to visit our friends, Lindsay, Allisa and Landyn. It will be a busy week!

The other night, Maddie started crying so I went into her room and picked her up and started rocking her. She whispered, "mama" as she started to fall back asleep. It made me smile. :)