Emma: 1 year 1 week

* Size 3 diapers. Size 12 month clothes
* Emma had her first kid's meal on her birthday, at Moe's. She had a cheese quesadilla. It was a little tough for her two teeth to chew, so she didn't eat much. It was free, though.
* Emma had another kid's meal at Taco Mac, where she had a grilled cheese sandwich. She did up eating most of the sandwich. It was free because of the delay.
* Her second Valentine's day was fun with Dada bringing her a pink elephant. Emma had her 1 year old pictures taken this day. I wasn't that impressed with the photographer because Emma was giving out lots of smiles but the photographer was not capturing them.
* Toddling around 50% of the time. If Emma's in a hurry, she will crawl.
* Emma know likes to swing her leg off the school bus slide and "jump" down.
* Enjoyed a visit from Mimi, Grandad, Aunt Stacy, G.G. Sis and Papou for her birthday party.
* Size 3.5 in shoes.
* Fell asleep while shopping at the Mall of Georgia. "Shopped until she dropped"
* 3rd tooth has erupted. (top left)

Emma's 1st Birthday: Party Pictures

Emma's 1st Birthday Party

I had so much fun planning Emma's first birthday and also playing around with my new Cricut. Emma's birthday party was Minnie Mouse themed. Greg was in charge of beer and balloons and I handled the rest of the decorations.

Beverages: pink lemonade, Coke, Coke Zero, Sprite Zero, red & white wine, beer.
Food: Fruit tray, vegetables tray, Chick-fil-a nugget tray, m&m, little weenies, cheese & crackers. (I'm so glad that we kept the food simple.)

Emma had a fun time playing in her playroom with the rest of the children. We never did a group shot but will have to remember to do this next year. She did enjoy her smash cake and was surprisingly more dainty than I expected. She would dip her fingers into the icing and slowly lick her fingers. We did decide to open up presents with guests and it helped that Emma had a lot of gift bags to open instead of wrapping paper. She knew how to get into the bags. Emma received so many beautiful clothes, both casual and dressy, and also some fun toys. I don't think Emma was every really overwhelmed with all the guests, although she was probably very confused. All in all, a fantastic 1st birthday for Emma!

12 Months Old

Emma: Week 52 (2)

 * Size 3 diapers. Size 12 month clothes.
* Going through the alphabet books seems to be really helping Emma with knowledge of body parts and language. She knows where her foot is this week and lifts her foot up when prompted.
* Walking around a lot more; I've noticed that she's walking more & more to get to a certain object. It's still faster to crawl but Emma is toddling around.
* Likes to say "up" and "pup" with emphasis on the "puh" sound.
* Emma is still pointing at everything and tries to repeat words that I tell her.
*Loves dips: ketchup, ranch, syrup is just a sample that she has tried.
* Emma had to go to the podiatrist with me; she did not like when Mama had to leave the room for x-rays and she was left with a nurse. Everyone in the office heard her screaming for her Mama.
* "Dada" has long been a favorite word of Emma's; I am happy to report that "Mama" is making up for lost time. 

Emma: Week 52

* Size 3 diapers. Size 12 month clothes.
* Emma practices walking each night between Mama and Dada.
* She is now taking a few steps walking between furniture or when she's really distracted.
* We took advantage of a beautiful day by going to the park, and Dada was able to meet us!
* Emma and Mama took a tumble down a few steps this morning. Emma is her normal, cute self. Mama has a bruised toe and possibly a sprained ankle. I guess running will have to stop for a few days.
* LOVES blueberries and fish (tilapia).

Emma: Week 51

* Size 3 diapers. Size 12 month clothes.
* Introduced crayons and coloring this week; Emma's not quite into it yet; she doesn't know how to bear down on the crayon.
* Likes to play with blinds.
* Introduced more finger foods: string cheese, macaroni, non-pureed string beans and peas, corn and ground beef. Emma did not enjoy sweet potatoes and squash, even though I added brown sugar and cinnamon.
* Has a new playmate that lives in our neighborhood. E is just one month younger than Emma; her mom and I are looking forward to many future play dates because she is also a SAHM!
* Taking a daily bath due to finger foods being messy.

Emma: Week 50

* Size 3 diapers. Size 12 month clothes.
* Trying to introduce more finger foods; it is very messy and hasn't gone too well. Emma's being a picky eater. Loving the spaghetti and lasagna baby food, though.
*Crawling, crawling, crawling.
* sticking her tongue out.
* Has taken a few steps between Greg and myself but hasn't done much more than that. She still uses her push toys.
* Loves to open up bathroom cabinets and pull out everything, especially q-tips.
* Likes to unravel toilet paper and use the toilet as a drum.