Anya's Words

We're off and running with our girl's vocabulary. Emmett said today he "thinks she's up to 80 words" and I would probably put it somewhere around 50. Nevertheless, way to go, sweetie! Here are some gems...

Twahck is Truck
Mow is Cat
Beh is Emmett (this one we scratch our heads on, maybe for "big" brother or sometimes it sounds like "bye" as in get out of my face)
Me Me is her Baby
Chee for Cheese
Pee-tha is Pizza
Dwee-Dwee is Blanket (Emmett interpreted this one for us and it stuck, so all blankets in the house are now referred to "D-D")
Nan-yah is Anya

We hear a lot of other cute words and sounds, but we're still Lost in Translation. For now.

Anya's First Week at School

820 33rd Ave in Washington Park is where it all begins for Miss Anya Elle.

Anya takes a quick break on her first day to rock and smile.

Big brother's first day and Anya's second. She's already a pro.

Mommy is sooooooooo happy she is home.

Anya and Emme go way back. Their mommies are good friends and Emme's big brother went to school with Emmett.

Nanny does it again and brings her beloved horse for the kids to ride. Coco Puff, the pony, was there, too.

Kenny introduces Anya to Jasper. Mommy surprised and delighted to know that Anya prefers the horse over the small pony.

Nanny and Anya = Best of Friends

First Day of School

Anya was excited about her first big day at school. Mommy had no idea she would have trouble sleeping leading up to this monumental moment, so I think the transition, thus far, has been harder on the parent than child. I guess that's what you want, right?

Teacher Nanny and Teacher Jackie said she was great. They sang the "Fish Song", made playdoh, ran around outside and Anya even said "please" and "excuse me", which makes me so happy.

Watch out world here she comes!

I *heart* Dominic

Dominic came to visit us in Seattle for what ended up being a whirlwind, fun-filled week. Dominic and Anya love each other so much.

First time riding on her own horse...big girl.

Our double stroller took a beating this day at the zoo. Yes, Dominic is sitting in the baby seat while Emmett pushes.

Dominic takes a shot of the girls.

Hanging at EMP's Sky Church.

St. Louis 4th Fun

The Roxy bikini is a huge hit!


I love wearing Gramma's hat.

The boys and I take center stage in the pool.

Nothing's cooler than sitting by Cousin Hannah and Aunt Jill.

My mom and I just before the WG parade. It sure was hot!

I didn't last for Aunt Jill and Daddy's fireworks show, but I think I heard this one go off from my crib.

Emmett and Henry were in heaven for sure this trip!

Anya meets Penn for the 1st time

Two Year Check Up

All is well in the land of Anya Elle! Doc says she doing great and we're less concerned with her speech delay. In fact, her parents were never that concerned about it and the docs have finally come around. She is thriving and we're grateful.

Height/Length: 35.5 inches
Weight: 26 lbs 15 oz.
Head Circumference: 50 cm

Hangin' out at Mutiny Bay on Whidbey Island.

Two Year Olds and Tiaras. What more can a girl ask for?!