Picnic Weather

Aunt Sis suggested that we meet at Kiwanis Park for lunch today since the weather was beautiful. Great idea, Sis! We had fun. I love to spend time with my family!

The Soybean Festival

We went to the Soybean Festival in Martin tonight with Papa, Nana, and Ramzi. The girls had lots of fun and we were excited that they were allowed to ride a few things.

After rides, we stayed to listen to Kansas perform. The girls really loved the music, too. There was lots of dancing and giggling. Several times tonight when we'd stand still with their strollers side by side, they would hold hands. It was adorable. I think it's so sweet that they get along so well and have fun together.

Stella's Favorite Songs & Number

Stella has two favorite songs that she wants me to play on my iPhone all of the time. "Love on Top" by Beyonce' and "You Brought the Sunshine" by The Clark Sisters. She'll go about her business around the house and then the music hits her once again and she has to dance. Most of the time, she has to have the iPhone in her hand. She has some new, sweet dance moves! Unfortunately, she noticed I had the camera on and was frozen for the last 30 seconds or so of the first video. I apologize for not taking the time to edit.





I'm working on counting with Stella. So far we're stuck at 2, her favorite number. If you count to 3 or 5, she'll just keep repeating 2. I catch her sorting her toys and saying 2 over and over again. She even holds her little fingers up for two, or maybe it's just a peace sign. :) I hope she continues with her favorite number at least until her birthday in January.

Happy Labor Day

Labor Day = long weekend! The past few days have been wonderful. We've had absolutely no plans and have just been able to lounge and enjoy our time together. The more time we get to spend at home one on one with Stella, the more we realize how fast she is growing! Not only does she look older, but we are amazed daily at how much she is learning. She repeats words constantly and has added many to her vocabulary lately. She recognizes so many words now and knows exactly what we say and ask of her. I am daily amazed at what she comprehends and ask myself sometimes when and how she picked up on certain things. It's so fun to watch her grow!

Stella wasn't happy with how long it took to begin our Labor Day feast. She brought her favorite blanket to the kitchen and decided that she needed to rest.



Cheesing for Aunt Sis's camera.





Stella is growing and so is her hair!

A Girl Lives Here

Now don't think that I'm a bad mom, but I have a confession to make for those who weren't around me during the beginning of my pregnancy with Stella. I really wanted a boy. Actually, like most soon to be mommies, I just wanted a healthy baby. BUT. . . if I had been able to call the shots, I would have asked for a boy. Stella undoubtedly proves that God knows exactly what he's doing. He knows what you need, even when you have no idea. I can't imagine my life without Stella. Not that I would not have or can't in the future have the same love for a little boy, Stella is just my heart and life. I laugh at myself now thinking back to how much I planned for a boy during those first few months. The night before my first ultrasound something drastically changed, I dreamed that I had a curly headed little girl. So, when we walked in to the doctor's office that day, Stephen said, "So, it's a boy, right?" I said, "No, a girl. I've got a feeling." Well, of course the ultrasound tech saw exactly what I had the night before in my dream. A girl! A few ultrasounds later, she could even see those curls floating around. :) A look around her room tonight proved that I have adjusted quite nicely to the world of all things girly. I'm so thankful for Stella and the joy that she brings our family each day. She's just perfect and definitely not a boy!

I decided last week that it was time to purchase a bow holder. I found this cute one to match her room from a seller on Etsy. I guess I was right. I filled it up quickly!



Stella's new horsey purse from Nene.



Look at how long her hair is now! Her curls make the length deceiving.




Fall has landed in Stella's closet. Now if the temperatures would just follow suit.. . I preordered so many things for fall and winter that I had forgotten what I all I actually did buy. Each week here lately, the mail has been exciting!

Kindermusik - Fall Semester

Stella and I went to her Kindermusik class tonight to kick off the new fall semester. She loved it and was able to participate so much more. It's amazing how much she's grown and developed since our last class in the spring. She danced, clapped, and loved the egg shakers. She was very proud of the take home bag and goodies that Mrs. Kathleen passed out at the end of class. She carried it to the car and as soon as we got home, she put it on her shoulder and walked to the front door. She beat on the door and yelled trying to get her daddy's attention. I'm not sure if she wanted to show off her new bag, or tell him about her fun class. Maybe both?

Obion County Fair - Night #1

It's that time again! What can I say? I just love the fair! It seems like most of Obion County shares my excitement. It's great to see old friends and let Stella experience all that the OC Fair has to offer.

The main reason we go on Monday night is to watch the chicken show. Our great friend, Carly, has been showing for years and this year won Grand Champion! I can't wait to hear the results from her shows tomorrow afternoon.



One of Stella's favorites, the petting zoo.





The fair is so tiring. We live about five minutes from the fairgrounds, but she couldn't make it home. Stella needs to rest up tonight. There is much more fun waiting the rest of the week.