One month older!

Although today is a very sad day for our country (10 year anniversary of September 11th) it is a happy day in the Odneal household as our little peanut is 3 months old today! She is growing so fast, Cole and I are trying to soak up every moment as we know her "littleness" won't last forever. She is really smiling a lot now and can recognize those she knows and smiles when they walk into a room. She tries to communicate with us by mimicking our faces and cooing and making cute voices. She can hold her head up pretty much on her own and has started to grip and hold onto things like her blanket, rattles, and MY HAIR ouch! :)

 I have been super busy with student teaching in Dunkerton and working, and unfortunately my little 4th graders sickness has rubbed of on me, and Cole, and baby Ava. She has a bit of a cough and stuffy nose but she's gonna make it ; ) She's been pretty sleepy today but when she's awake she's been like the picture above :)

I know we tell you everyday Ava but once again Daddy and Mommy (and all your family) love you very much and we are so blessed to have you! Happy 3 month birthday to you princess!

So sleepy!

Cole and I got Ava this onesie that states "Is it nap time yet?" I had to snap a pic when she was napping since it fit with the outfit! We should have a fun day tomorrow as we are going to aunt Sharon's house to get new pics taken! What makes it even better is that Braelyn (Ava's 2nd cousin who is 13 days younger then her) will be there too, and we will get some of the girls together! Yay! I can't wait :)

Bath Time!

Ava loves bath time! Whenever I start the water up she starts kicking her legs in anticipation. She sits so well in her little tub that grandma Julie got her, and it's great because it has a little sling that holds her up, so both my hands can be free. I tried and tried to get her to smile tonight and this is the best that I got, but still precious of her. Like the picture effect? (double click the actual picture to really see it)...did that on Lunapic, a free editing site, I'm gonna have a lot of fun with all my pictures, there is lots of cool stuff on there!

Miss my wittle sister :(

<3 Sisters <3

I was going through my camera tonight uploading pics from my camera to the computer and came across some pics of me and Mandy. I don't realize how much I really miss her until I see her face. Would you have ever guessed all the fighting we did growing up by looking at this picture? Haha...oh the fights we had! But I love her to death! She has always been there for me no matter what, and gives me that push when I need it. I will always cherish all the memories I have growing up with her, from lemonade stands, to flashlight tag (the scary kidnapper man :), dance, to shaving cream on my face....I will get you back for that someday! I look forward to all the memories we will have in our futures as well! You are my best friend  Love you Amanda Marie (fart monster)!

Long Johns



Ava Relaxing





Relaxing part 2

So Ava, Cole and I stayed at my dad's this past weekend. While we were there we went through boxes of Shelby's baby clothes. I came across this pair of long johns and thought they were adorable! They looked warm, and we keep the air pretty cool in the house so we always have Ave in long sleves at night. She loved these (while they lasted, she had a blow out a few hours later :) and I think they are the cutest things ever. So here's Ava in aunt Shelbys pj's! They are 3-6 months...but I doubt they will last that long, they already seem snug:)



Pretty Toes :)

So I caved a painted little missy's piggys! She was hanging out on my lap and I looked down at her cute little toes and couldn't resist painting them! It was a little difficult as she was wide awake and squirming around, but I accomplished my goal, even if they weren't perfect. I'm not sure how much Ava enjoyed her first pedicure (she does love her foot massage that she gets nightly, along with the rest of her body...it really relaxes her...and no Amanda I am not spoiling her :)) but I am sure we will enjoy many of them together as she grows up! 

Good Morning!

Can not believe she is 9 weeks old already! This is the beautiful face I get to wake up to every morning! LOVE HER SOOO MUCH! Can't imagine life without her now :)