Happy Valentine's Day

January and February have been busy so far. Tressa had her first flu and was she sick! It was a learning experience for Ryan and I and we will be prepared when the next one hits. Once she got over the flu, it was followed by a cold which meant we had to miss a couple swimming classes. We are back in the swing of things now and it is a COLD adventure!
Tressa has taken her first steps. She was so proud of herself and Ryan and I were both there to witness. She took 5-6 steps a couple of times...very cute. My camera is back so there are a load of pictures here.


Don't be fooled, I can't use this cup.















I know how to wave!















Playing with one of my Christmas presents.
















Reading is hard work!
















Mom you have to watch me at all times!
































Someone help, this walker is not legal!!

Happy 2008!

Well, we are two weeks into the new year and so far it has been great. Tressa is standing and we think she would like to take some steps but she isn't sure how. She started the New Year with a visit to the doctor and she is 20 pounds! I remember so clearly holding a 7 pound new born and I am not sure how we got here so quickly!
You'll notice that Tressa is still toothless, but it feels like she has been teething for months!
My maternity leave is coming to an end bringing mixed emotions. While I love my job, it is much more fun to spend all day with Tressa. We are going to make the most of the last few months and then eagerly await the summer. Happy New Year to all!!!

Merry Christmas

Tressa is 9 months old and has had her first Christmas. It was very busy but a lot of fun. We went to church on Christmas Eve and then had a family dinner at the Quinn's. It was early to bed so we could wake up and open gifts. Now Ryan and I know why our parents still spoil us at Christmas, it is so much fun to give gifts to your children!! Tressa loved her toys and clothes, especially her table top and housecoat from her grandparents.

We had Christmas dinner at Liz and Kas' place and Boxing Day at Nancy's. I took many shots with my new camera however Tressa was so distracted with all her new toys that she is not looking in many of them! Merry Christmas to all!!

Remember Me?

Wow where has the time gone? My goal has been to post once a month and even that has been hard! My camera is broken and I am hoping Santa will bring me a new one so there will be many more pictures to come!

Tressa is 8 months old and so much fun. We are so busy playing that I don't have as much time as I used to for things like cleaning and cooking!

We are very excited about Christmas, and I know that Santa will spoil our girl this year!

Look out Santa!!!!

What on earth am I wearing!!?! Stripes and flowers DO NOT GO!!

Tressa`s Baptism

I have been really bad keeping this blog up to date. So Tressa`s baptism is a good place to start catching up. Tressa was feeling under the weather, but was so good. It was like she was really listening to everything that was being said. After the service, we had a great time with our family at Liz and Kass`place. It really was a great weekend.

6 Months Old

Tressa turned 6 months last Saturday, it has been a great 6 months! I hope the next 6 don't pass as quickly.

Tressa loves her yoga and especially swimming. Her teeth...or gums were chattering but she still had the biggest smile on her face. She was exhausted when we got home.
At her 6 month appointment her doctor said no more night feedings so we are letting her sleep(?) through the night. It is an adjustment for all but they tell me it will be worth it.

Tressa is sitting with confidence now and is happy as can be!

Love the outfit...excuse the spit-up

I'm sitting!

What am I doing in here?

Swimming is hard work.

Finally...More pictures of me!

She's back and cute as ever - am I bragging?? It is a good thing she is so cute becuase she is keeping me up all night. I thought we turned a corner when she was sleeping from 10 until 5 am, but she was just teasing!! We are still getting up at 3 and 5...

Tressa is a pretty happy girl though, she is sitting up (sort of) and teething (we think). This week she starts swimming and yoga. Hopefully I'll have some pictures of that to share.

First food...sweet potato

"I like it!"

Tressa and Great Grandpa