I wear my sunglasses at night

I was trying these sunglasses on Sophia and I just couldn't help myself, had to get a picture. She is too cute. Unfortunately the sunglasses aren't my favorite. They have the stretchy strap I like but the frame is so hard it pinches her face.

On another note, I had this fabulous post about Sophia's baptism party that I swear I posted yesterday but when I checked the blog today it was gone. So, once I have the energy to recreate it I will repost. --it just reappeared so strange.

Party Time!

Weekend posts not finished yet! There's still the party to talk about!

After Sophia's baptism we had a fabulous luncheon for her at my parent's house! My parents were so gracious to let us use their place for the party. Our house, while perfect for our little family of 3, is not big enough for a 30+ person party.

We had a yummy lunch of pulled pork from our favorite local farm, New Creations, and an amazing cake made by Sophia's Grandma.

Sophia's dad helped her out and cut the cake for her. She decided to wait a few years before wielding a knife.

We had a gorgeous day so friends and family were able to spread out all over the house, porch, and patio. Many people came to share in the special day including family (you can skip the following if you don't want to know everyone who was there but I want Sophia to know who came to celebrate her day)-Great Grandma, Nana, Pappy, Grandma, Grandpa, Aunt Kristen, Uncle Dan, Aunt Laura, Uncle Mark, Uncle David, Great Uncle John, Great Uncle Aunt Annalynn, Cousin Jenny, Great Aunt Rita, and Great Uncle Carlton. Friends of Mommy and Daddy- Amy Haffey, Jason Abernathy, Michelle and Ben Mannino, Caitlin Bell, Laura Englehart, and Joe Mallin. Finally some special people in our life- Kate Gillooly the Minister of Christian Formation at our church, and the Mawhorter family, Nana and Pappy's neighbors and a family that mom (Karen) babysat for for many year.

After taking a nap Sophia entertained her guests including her Pappy Clark.



Sophia received many wonderful gifts including a special book from her Uncle and Godfather David- And Tango makes Three and her very own rocking chair.



Sophia would only let mommy hold her for most of the time but she entertained everyone with her beautiful smile!


We had a wonderful day and we feel so blessed to have such wonderful family and friends who shared in our special day.

Sophia's Baptism

Sunday was a very special day for Sophia and her entire family. In addition to my first Mother's Day it was the day of Sophia's Baptism! Sophia was baptised at our church, St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Cleveland Hts.

Here is our little lady all dressed up for the big day.

The big moment, being baptised.



I have to take a moment to sing Sophia's praises. She was amazing on Sunday! Of course she is wonderful every day ;) but Sunday we were anticipating some fussiness. Who would have blamed her there were lots of new faces, she missed her 11 o'clock nap (since mom doesn't consider dozing in and out during church a nap), she was up in front of a huge crowd of people, had her picture taken a hundred times... well, she barely fussed at all! She was so calm and happy. While being baptised she just sucked on her pacifier and stared up at the minister. She went down for a nap at her Nana and Pappy's after church, got up and joined the party.... The only time she fussed was when mom tried to let others hold her. I think all the new people were just a little too overwhelming for her so she needed something familiar.

We love you sweet girl. You amaze us every day with all you are learning and doing. We hope and pray you always have faith in Jesus and know his abiding love for you.

More details from the big day to come!

Our exciting weekend

This past weekend was a really big one here. There were lots of firsts for Sophia. It all started on Saturday afternoon when Sophia met some very special people in her mommy's life.

Sophia's Great-Grandma came all the way from New Jersey to meet Sophia. Sophia is blessed to have two great-grandparents. Her mommy's Grandma and Grandpa-Nana's mom and dad. They are 89 and 90 respectively. Unfortunately, Great-Grandpa couldn't make the trip but hopefully we will see him sometime this summer!



Great-Grandma was so excited to meet Sophia that we couldn't get her to take her eyes off of her for a picture.

Saturday evening, Sophia met her Great-Aunt Annalynn and Cousin Jenny, Mommy's Aunt and Cousin. They rushed over as soon as they arrived in Cleveland. They were so excited to meet Sophia!





Cousins! Sorry have to brag a little... Isn't our cousin beautiful! Love her!

Sophia's Great-Uncle John was there too but he had to be the photographer since he got to meet Sophia in March.

Thank you for making the trip out from New Jersey to spend this special weekend with us! We love you!

spring time!

Spring is here, rain and all! I am so happy to see the flowers blooming! I am also excited because Spring has ushered in a whole new wardrobe for Sophia. I just love this little outfit.
I also love taking pictures at her Nana and Pappy's. We've been camping out there for the past few days while our kitchen is torn apart. Sawing and babies napping are not a good combination. Nana and Pappy have the perfect spot for pictures of my Sophia.

Can you see the rain in the background? We have been getting a lot of it lately. I thought it was April showers.... it's May now weather, time to get sunny so Sophia can go out in her little summer dresses.

testing out the vocal cords

Sophia has been entertaining her daddy and I with some very high pitched shrieking these days! and no I am not referring to crying. She is happy as can be just belting out shrieks. It is hysterical. The other day I was talking to her boyfriend's mom, Emily, and between Sophia's shrieking and Asher's yells I was pretty convinced they were having a conversation over us.

Don't worry, a video is on its way as soon as I can sneak up on my camera shy girl and catch her in the act. In the meantime, I will satisy your need for some Sophia with this adorable picture.

Now just imagine a high pitched shriek coming out of that sweet smiling mouth. :)

best friends

The other day I decided to pull out Sophie the Giraffe to see what Sophia thought of her. Well, I think this picture speaks for itself.

Sophia grabbed right on and gave Sophie a big hug. It could be because her mommy and daddy called her Sophie a lot before she was born or maybe its her friendly face and fun squeak, whatever it is Sophia loves her giraffe!