This will probably be more of a photo post(aren't they all?) This time of year is seriously nuts! We have been doing the usual library time, a few dance classes, cousin play dates, goin to the park, and even the Zoo!
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| Veteran's day with my bestest, Monica and cousin Jace! |
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| Cousins Emma & Sofia |
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| Had a blast @ the San Tan outdoor play area |
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| Zoo fun! The girls are such divas in their shades ;) |
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| "Ma, lemme outta here so I can run a mock!" |
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| Obsessed with sand |
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| Phoenix Zoo with fellow cuties Addi & Lily. |
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| So hard to get all the girls to sit still. |
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| Family love @ my cousin Alicia's baby shower (another girl due in March!) |
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| Auntie Bre came with us to the Library |
Rob overcame another crazy month at work, with being sick and missing some days and cutting it short for the holiday, he still managed to meet the goal him and his management team set out for. I'm so proud of him for focusing at work, but still making time for his ladies. We have been spoiled by the grandparents in the babysitting department. Saw Catching Fire @ iPic and and had an awesome date night to see Michael Buble live and whoa mama! Hands down, best concert I've been to. He is so charming and funny, and of course talented. Time for some more pics!
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| Michael Buble date night! |
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Work hard, play hard right? It's such a bittersweet feeling to spend time away from Sofia, I am still so used to being with her 24/7 *practically*. It gets easier each time, and now I am workin towards spending a night away from her. It's so funny how silly I thought FTM's were when it came to this, I will be the first to admit it! Things just change when you become a parent, and I am okay with admitting I am such a typical first time mom. I wouldn't have it any other way ;)
Anyway, back to Little Miss. It is so true when they say that things change so quickly. Here are the highlights:
Age: Almost 14 months
Stats: 23-ish lbs, i think (need to do a better weigh in) Blue eyes & Lighter brown hair with a hint of red
Teeth: 8 total. 4 on top, 4 on bottom. Still workin on those molars
Favorite Foods: Blueberries, Green grapes, Anything pasta, Pizza, black beans & quinoa, Cheerios, ranch flavored "cheetos"
Favorite Word: Dada
Favorite Toys: Non-toys, of course! Any type of ball, rubber ducks, stuffed teddy bears
Favorite Activities: Going to the park, playing outside, obsessed with sand & woodchips, bath time, running
everywhere, reading books, Lapsit @ the library, playing at the gym child care, and ticklefest with daddy.
Other Favorites: Binky and soft blanky, clapping, doing moves to Itsy Bitsy Spider, Wheels on the Bus, and twirling to Hokey Pokey, Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, Pixar movies,
and Mickey Mouse Clubhouse!
What's new? Starting to talk more, but really only says Dada. Starting to say "oh-oh" when she pretends to talk on the phone, shaking her head no, Starting to climb on things, Trying to learn how to eat out of a bowl/with utensils. Loves to tactfully throw food over the side of her high chair
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| Her face when I added red grapes to the mix, haha! |
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| Loves books of all sizes! |
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| Enjoying the park on a slightly rainy day |
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| My last ditch effort to occupy her so I can put some makeup on, sheesh! |
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| More park fun! |
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| Play date with Max! |
Can't believe it is already December! We were blessed to have 2 thanksgivings this year, and I hafta say it was nice not rushing to split our day between 2 houses. My parents hosted for the Duarte's and Michelle hosted for the Hegarty's.
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| Nana helping Sofie with her dinner! |
Sofie's Faves: Ham, Mashed potatoes, hawaiian bread, & cranberry sauce! Oh, and pumpkin pie *of course*
Sofie's not-so-faves: This adorable thanksgiving plate I found at Target, turkey, or green beans. Haha
It was also our niece, Karlie's 7th birfday. So crazy how fast these little cuties grow. This was the only pic I managed of the 2 youngest cousins.
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| Karlie & Sofia |
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| Gangsta baby! |
We are having a blast decorating our new home, here is the entrance of our "Fall" decor. (and the only pic I remembered to take, haha)
Now onto some Christmas stuff! Our friend Desiree with
Desiree Kristen Photography took some awesome family pics that we are using for our Christmas cards, woo hoo! Here are few of my faves:
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| photo by Desiree Kristen Photography |
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| photo by Desiree Kristen Photography |
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| photo by Desiree Kristen Photography |
The nice thing about not hosting Thanksgiving is that you can get an early start on Christmas decorations! We still managed to do a little shopping, see Trans Siberian Orchestra, and visit Santa too. It has been a wonderful, extended weekend with my two loves.
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| Sofie mesmerized by our Christmas Tree! |
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| All said and done! |
So glad Rob took today off, so we could go see Santa without all the crowds and waiting in line. She wasn't in the best mood, but once we got there she was lovin all the colors and decorations. Of course she didn't wanna sit long, but she loved seeing Santa and didn't get scared at all. She loves men with beards! Haha
Looking forward to making many more memories this month with Zoo lights, more Santa time, and other fun actitivities. I hope everyone had a blessed Thanksgiving and is soaking up this wonderful time of year!
Xoxo
Lex
It was also our niece, Karlie's 7th birfday. So crazy how fast these little cuties grow. This was the only pic I managed of the 2 youngest cousins. 
Now onto some Christmas stuff! Our friend Desiree with Desiree Kristen Photography took some awesome family pics that we are using for our Christmas cards, woo hoo! Here are few of my faves: