the great big world

susannah has started to take a great interest in the world beyond her backyard. the other day we were out hiking on a trail near our house when she started screaming as if in pain. we took her out of the backpack in an attempt to discern the problem. the moment her feet hit the ground she gave her little "oh" and started walking - I wish I had my camera - a tiny little person in a great big forest. needless to say we very slowly made our way home.

a big hug from friend sammy

when sammy came over yesterday he walked right over to susannah and gave her a big hug and something that looked like a kiss on the cheek - it was the cutest thing ever!

Life with Susannah

It is such a joy to spend each day with Susannah and watch her little (or big) personality emerge. She does everything with such exuberance - here are some of her favorite activities:


unfortunately eating isn't her favorite activity but it is during mealtimes that she is equipped to make the biggest mess - that she enjoys.

swinging.

dancing.

driving around in her car. she especially enjoys parking illegally. her daddy (who also has a long history of illegal parking) enjoys for once being the one to GIVE parking tickets.

Happy Birthday Susannah!

Susannah just celebrated her 1st birthday this past Saturday. She was a little under the weather so we had to cancel her "party" but her Auntie Michele came all the way from Gulf Shores to help her celebrate.

Here is Susannah right after she flung her birthday cake onto the floor - without even tasting it!

Susannah liked opening presents!

pretty new birthday dress - thanks Aunt Michele!

Day two - feeling a little better and ready to try some cake.