1 1/2

Yesterday Avery hit 1 1/2 years old! I know it's an old cliche but, "Time flies," and it really does. I still can't believe how quickly she is growing. The changes from birth to now are astonishing. From the first giggle to the first step it has been an amazing journey.

Last night, Avery was running around as Jay and I finished up dinner. I looked at him and said, "I couldn't of designed her more perfect." Jay just looked at his little girl as she explored the house with complete agreement on his face. Her strengths and weaknesses, her triumphs and failures, I'll take them all because they are what make her who is and who is going to be.

At her 18 month check today, the doctor said she is doing great. I am so grateful to have a happy and healthy baby.

I can't even imagine my life now before you were in it Avery. (Well, maybe I can when I am completely sleep deprived or sick and just want to lie on the couch). You have brought your father and I complete joy and shown us love so powerful it continues to overwhelm us and bring your mommy to tears.

You are willful, loving, stubborn and sweet.  Your current philosophy seems to be, why walk, when I can run! You are learning new words everyday and wowed the doc this morning when you said "please." Your favorite video is Wheels on the Bus, you refer to it as Beep Beep, Bus or wideo. It is the most annoying dvd ever, but you love it! Your giraffe, TaTa, must be with you at all times, and very recently a Ladybug Pillow Pet has become almost equally important. We spend a majority of our mornings feeding baba's to your baby dolls and I can see you becoming a Daddy's girl. 

We love you Avery! Thank you for giving us the best 18 months we have ever had!