Our Little Lady is One

Audrey is one year old! She started her day with presents, balloons and a tutu that I made for her. We had a breakfast of cream of wheat, bananas and strawberry milk. She even attempted to blow out her candle. She got a baby doll from us and a purple ball from the boys. The kids and I went to Macdonalds for lunch then I spent the afternoon making her cake. After dinner of homemade mac and cheese we had a family party for her. She was so darling opening her presents! She kept saying "Oh" and hugging her outfits. She dug right into her cake then spent the rest of the evening pushing her babies around in her new stroller. As far as first birthdays go, it was lots of fun--even though I was the most excited about it.
Audrey is such a joy. She's not walking yet, but loves to stand up on her own. She took a few steps a couple weeks ago and last night she just walked to the couch, but she didn't seem to realize she had done it. She loves to push her doll buggy around, so I'm sure she'll be brave enough soon. She likes to tease Dad and laugh at the boys. She loves bubble baths, baby dolls, dogs, singing, playing the piano and dancing. Her favorite foods are black beans, pasta, cheese and grapes. She gives great hugs. She won't keep things on her feet or in her hair. On her birthday she started throwing fits (really, already?) She is discovering how to open drawers and doors to get into more things. She can say mama, dada, uh-oh, no-no, Paul (only to call for him) and can nod and shake her head, clap, wave, and play peek-a-boo. She's likes to whisper and babble to herself. And we love her so much!