No more gummy smile...

My baby girl is getting so big. She just cut 2 teeth! It's exciting because it's just one more milestone to celebrate. I also see it as a little sad because she seems too small to have teeth. She's growing so fast. I'm a little worried about her biting while I am nursing... On the 25th she turns 5 months old! It's weird because 4 months still seems young but when they hit the 5 month mark she's not really an infant anymore! Spencer and Jamie just had their baby, Kymber, and it was crazy to see Grace compared to her! You really don't realize how much your child has grown until you put them next to a newborn!

Weary but will respect

So tomorrow Obama will become our president. I am worried. Don't get me wrong, I don't think Bush made the best decisions all the time but I trusted he did what he truly thought was best for our country. Obama scares me. Almost all of his political stances go against everything that I believe in. He is completely inconsistant, says one thing then completely contradicts himself. Isn't anyone curious about all his friends...Reverend White, Father Flager, William Ayers and his connection to governer Blagojevich? It's all so shaddy and it seems like more and more keeps getting brought up. I do pray that he proves me wrong. I want him to be good for this country. One thing I just CAN'T stand is people who have no respect for the president. I hate the stupid bumper stickers that trash Bush. It's embarrasing for our country. I don't care how much you hate him, he is our president and you respect him. My favorite was someone had a bumper sticker that said "America is my country, but Bush is not my president". Okay genius, you really made a point there! I am not thrilled about this presidency and I am a little nervous to what will happen. But, he is the president whether I like it or not so I need to try and start thinking more positive. It's so important to keep praying for our country!

Bathtime Buddies

Gracie and Julia got to have their first bath together. They had so much fun and their mommies and daddies had just as much fun watching. They were so funny together! Both of them are so interested in each other. We can tell they are going to be best friends!

Gracie: "Are you teething? Well here's my leg to suck on Julia."

Cheese!

Blog slacker

Okay, I am back after a brief hiatus from blogging. I love blogging and reading everyone's but lately it feels like I just don't have the time! Life is good. Gracie is doing great and growing by the second. Oh, and I have some great news....GRACIE IS SLEEPING THROUGH THE NIGHT!! Yes, it is wonderful. Last night she went to bed around 7 and woke up at 5. Then she ate and slept in. I'm so proud of my little girl. She must love her mom and know just what I needed! Grace is now showing a lot of interest in her new toys and it's fun to just play on the floor with my roly-poly. 4 months is such a fun age! She interacts with us so much now. We went to the doctor last week and Dr. James said she is very strong for her age. She is already trying to lift herself up to a sitting position!

Christmas and New Years was so much fun. It was so special to have Gracie's first Christmas. She was spoiled by our families. Both of her grandparents really love her! We are so blessed to have such great family. It makes the holiday's so special! For New Years we went up to my parent's cabin. It was fun hanging out with families and friends and just relaxing. No crazy New Year parties anymore. We also went snowboarding when we were up there. I am proud to say that I am getting much better. I still can't keep up with Levi though. I did enjoy just admiring him come down that mountain like a pro. It made me think..."my hubby is hot"! Anyways, I'm enjoying this brief vacation from school and catching up on some cleaning, scrapbooking, and reading. I hope everyone had a great Christmas and New Year's. I have enjoyed reading your blogs!

Papa Blake and Grandma Joni helping Gracie and Julia open their presents.

My parents got Gracie this cute little rocking horse. She loves to just stand next to it and give it kisses.

Gracie just loves her Uncle Wyatt.

Dressed in her warm snow gear at the cabin.

Gracie riding with Papa Blake around the zoo.

So happy at the zoo!