And I'm back!

So I ended this at month 8..  That should tell you a lot has happened.

Eight months have past and a TON has changed.  Ava is doing amazing!  She's such a happy, good baby.  Changing day by day with such personality.  When I think of her, I smile and I can't believe how time has flown.

Well, today was her 15 month check up and she's doing awesome.  Her words are definitely advanced. She says "open the door."  Her mobile skills is amazing and she's def a girlie girl who loves to sing and dance.  I'm in heaven.  Things are definitely getting better and as for sleep...we are good!  Ava's always been a good sleeper.  I can't wait to update more for you and I promise, I'm not waiting another year.  For now I have another blog of my own about my life....Becoming Nee.  Hope you like it!

Here's a little update on Miss Ava

Happy dada day!!

Happy first Father's Day to an amazing man!

Ava is one lucky girl to have a daddy like Paul.  Your daddy will do anything for you.  So thankful for his feedings, cookings, singing, bathing and rocks to sleep.  You def bring out the best out of us and we couldn't live without you.  We love you!  

We enjoyed the day at Findley market with some yum yum at Pho Lang Thang. We got to see many friends.  Awesome day!  Ended the day with dinner at Sotto and cuddling on the couch with movies.  Life is good.

To even show you all how thoughtful he is, he got Ava and I callas, my favorite flower, in the morning.  He said we make him happy so he got those.  Waking up on a Sunday morning to this is awesome!

We love you P! 

Eight months flying by!

Eight!  My baby is 8 months!  Where did the time go?? 

In the 7 months time, Ava accomplished so many milestones.  She crawled faster on all four, she walked along things/walker, said "dada," and climbed on everything (even stairs.) 

Ava started chewing on her puffs (instead of staring at it) and sits in high chairs like a big girl while mommy and daddy eats out.  Life is getting a little easier.  Little. 

It still amazes me that she's 8 months.  We started swimming lessons (finally!  It took us a bit of rearranging but she's still the youngest!) Ava didn't cry but enjoyed it.  After 3 lessons, she's learned to kick like a frog in the water and she has definitely adjusted to the ear to ear on the water.  I couldn't be prouder.  It's funny when the instructor brings the water toys out, Ava's arms goes all crazy to grab it.  So cute! 

Ava has definitely shown more personality.  

She can be dramatic at times (like me.) 

Sleeps like a champ and eats well!  

Ava is so mobile, we had to contain her in "her" area with the gates.  The house is fully baby proofed.  It looks like a daycare center actually.  

Summer is here and we are out and about!  More adventures soon!  Our family vacation is in a few weeks and we can't wait!  Many play dates and stories to come!  

Mommy loves you Ava...

Happy Mother's Day a day late!

So yesterday was Mother's Day.   Blogging crossed my mind, but truly it was a day I did not wanna do anything but play with Ava and relax. I had an awesome Mother's Day. It was just a nice family day.  Nothing over the top.  I just wanted it simple and I got it.  I received a special present that meant the world to me.  I have to say my Hubbie is the most thoughtful man.  Thank you for the sweet gift my love.   It ended up being a chilly day so we stayed in.  

Ava definitely has grown up so much!  Today, we did landscaping (well Paul did) and Ava and I got to show support and watch him.  It's so cute to see how excited she gets now at just a smile.  She def has daddy wrapped around her fingers.  When he just looks at her, she puts on this huge cheese smile and he just melts.  Sooo adorable.

So we laid on a blanket today and played with our toys.  Neighbors got to meet Ava and well it was just a nice chill day. 

Ava crawls!  She started to crawl all over this past weekend.  Perfect for Mother's Day weekend.  Today we also introduced  her to cookies. Puffs, she doesn't like but cookies??  Oh yes, gone!   We tried "earth's best organic vanilla cookies." It was a win!!

So many new milestones and more stories!  Will update more soon!  I'm just enjoying every second of it.  

Ava's royal seat

Today, we spent the day doing what we do best is shop and eat! We ventured out and usually when we are out eating, she's always sleeping. Well, not today.

We had dim sum at Dao. Paul and I thought it was probably okay for Ava to sit in a high chair. We brought out Balboa baby seat cover and voila! She fit! Ava is pretty small, but with the cover it def helped her sit up and not slide off.

She def made us proud. She ate her meal and just smiled and talked herself through lunch. It was such a precious moment. Time sure flies by! Soon she's gonna chow down with us.

Princess turns 7 months!

Happy 7 months to the most adorable loving baby girl ever!

You're so full of laughter and giggles. At the moment, you're sitting, rolling, standing, pulling yourself up, and are on all four legs... Ahem, crawl!

For the past two nights, I gave in and wanted to cuddle with you. We have been sleeping together and I adore watching you sleep. You have grown into such a character. You definitely snore like your dad but sleep pose like your mama.

You complete my heart baby girl. Today you're 7 months and many more things to come. Daddy adores you. He spoiled you with a red convertible walker. It is adorable!! Mrs. Amy has been taking you to the park and you loooooove swings.

I can't wait to see what's new tomorrow.

We love you to pieces.
Xoxo-- mommy

Ava sits herself up!

Okay, Ava's been sitting BUT now she's sitting up by herself. I'm so amazed!!! I has to document this moment because Paul and I are totally over the moon and her smile ahh! So sweet!