Caitlin's Column

Last blog post for Caitlin's Column!

2011-03-18T23:27:00.000-07:00

This is my 806th post for this blog and it is my last because my blog is 99% full! That means that Mommy and I are turning over to a new blog. You can continue to follow all of our adventures at Hurley's Headlines! Thanks to all of you for being faithful blog readers! We hope you'll follow us to our new blog!

3 year well check

2011-03-18T20:59:00.000-07:00

Tomorrow I turn 3! Mommy and Daddy can't believe it! Today I went to Dr. Radomsky's for my three year well check. I was so excited to go because I knew that I would get a new book at my appointment. I love seeing the fishes in the big fish tank too!

I stood on the big girl scale to get weighed! 3 years ago - 6lbs. 14oz. Today - 31 lbs. (50th percentile for girls my age)

I also stood like a big girl to have my height measured! 3 years ago - 19in. Today - 37 1/2 in. (50-75th percentile for girls my age)

Now that I am three I will get my blood pressure taken. That was a new experience for me, but I didn't mind it at all. My pressure today was 80/40, right where it should be.

After my check up, Dr. Radomsky let me pick out a book! I was so excited to get such a healthy report today! The doctor says I'm doing great! I didn't have to get any shots today either which was fine with me!

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

2011-03-17T22:34:00.000-07:00

Happy St. Patti's Day! (That is what my Mommy calls it)

Allison and I spent the day together with Nana. We had fun wearing all our green accessories. We have a busy weekend ahead of us and the celebrating starts today. I met my Uncle Rick, Aunt Debra, and cousin Patrick from Memphis today! We had a welcoming party for them and celebrated their birthdays! I can't wait for all the fun we are going to have while they are here! Hope the Luck O' the Irish was with all of you today!

Two little leprechauns ready for the day!

We posed all over the house today for Nana and made sure we had the shamrock with us for the photo!

Allison and I helped blow out the candles!

12 week ultrasound for Mommy and baby

2011-03-11T22:38:00.000-08:00

Mommy went for her 12 week ultrasound this afternoon to check and see how my baby brother or sister is growing! Nana, Daddy, Aunt Stacie, and Allison went to the appointment with Mommy. Allison got to go because she didn't want to take her nap! The doctor played peek-a-boo with Allison and send her home with chicken head balloons for both of us. Aunt Stacie couldn't wait to see her next niece or nephew for the first time. The doctor was great! He teased Mommy for not having any stretch marks and told her that the baby looked great! Everyone was happy for the great news! Mommy shared the ultrasound photos with me when she got home! I love showing them to everyone and explaining where the baby is at! Enjoy the first looks at my baby brother or sister.

Can you see the adorable head of my baby brother or sister?

The baby was just chilling during the ultrasound

Daddy and Nana explained to Allison what she was seeing on the computer screen

Another shot of the baby growing inside my Mommy's belly!

Friday Funday!

2011-03-11T22:15:00.000-08:00

Aunt Stacie doesn't work on Fridays and often takes Allison and I out for a fun adventure. Today she took us to the park for a picnic, playtime, and to feed the ducks. Nana, Nina Nina Dia, and Uncle Kenny joined us. We had a great time! Thanks Aunt Stacie for our Friday Funday!

We love our Chick-Fil-A kid's meal

Uncle Kenny helped us feed the ducks

Once the ducks know we have food, they come over really fast

Happy girl at the park!

Best friends at the park

Allison, Aunt Stacie, Uncle Kenny, and Me

Aunt Stacie and her girls

Nina Nina Dia and Me having fun

A perfect day to play at the park!

Daddy's team gets honored

2011-03-08T21:52:00.000-08:00

We drove home from California today in time to attend the Amphitheater's governing board meeting. Daddy and his team were honored at the meeting tonight for winning the first state championship for boys basketball at Amphi High School. I went with Daddy up to the microphone when he was speaking, but I tried to play with the mic so Mommy had me sit down with her. Everyone thought it was cute, but Mommy didn't want me to be a distraction. I had fun sitting in the seat next to my friend Monica. Congratulations again Daddy on a great season!

Thinking about how to play with the mic while my Daddy is talking

Monica and Me had fun sharing a seat at the meeting

Day 3: Last day celebrating at Disneyland

2011-03-07T22:00:00.000-08:00

Day 3 at Disneyland!

Today was our last day at Disneyland! Our plan was to be there from open to close. The park opened at 9am today and closed at 8pm so we knew we could handle it!

I'm ready for another day of riding!

Making a special penny with Daddy! I love that I can push the buttons by myself to make the machine work!

First ride of the day: AUTOPIA! I couldn't wait to get in the car and drive!

Mommy rode in the car in front of us so she wouldn't get bumped! You can see my Daddy and if you look closely you can see my little head trying to peek over the steering wheel.

Couldn't wait to ride Buzz Lightyear again! I had fun in our short line and asked Mommy to take my picture next to all the Space Rangers.

Working on the Space Ranger's computer

Pointing just like my fellow Space Ranger

I love this ride!

I took this picture of my Daddy being silly!

"Take my picture over here Mommy. I'm taller than these blocks."

It's only natural to ride the Rockets after Buzz Lightyear! While waiting in another short line, I met another little boy. I quickly told him, "My name is Caitlin. What's your name?"

Waving to the older boy in line

He bent down to my level to talk with me :)

A view from our rocket. You can tell today will be a beautiful day at the park!

When we got off the rockets, Mommy spotted Captain Hook! I wanted to meet the famous pirate.

Daddy, Me, and Captain Hook

The whole family and Captain Hook. Daddy pretended to be a pirate too!

After meeting Captain hook, I met my first princess, Snow White!

Waiting patiently for my turn with the princess

Such a big girl taking a picture with Snow White all by myself!

Two Hurley princesses and Snow White

After a little character time, we decided to go to ToonTown since we hadn't been there yet on this trip! First Stop - Mickey's House!

Testing out Mickey's chair

This birthday cake looks good. Sure wish it was real!

At the end of the house tour we got to meet Mickey!

My big girl status showed again when I wanted a picture with just Mickey and Me!

ToonTown is a perfect place for me! Daddy and I rode the little roller coaster and we also rode Roger Rabbit's ride. We had fun playing too!

Climbing up Chip and Dale's treehouse

Such a strong girl!

After ToonTown I was ready for big rides! We headed towards New Orleans Square!

There was no wait for the Haunted Mansion! We walked right in and I walked into the first room without holding on to Mommy and Daddy! I know how to do this!

Jungle Cruise was a must too!

Smiling as the captain of our ride was talking about me

The captain actually told a joke and everyone laughed so I joined in!

This is the smile I've had for three days in Disneyland! I love all the rides!

I rode the rides in order as to the part of the park we were in. The Tiki Room comes after the Jungle Cruise!

Posing and smiling while waiting for the show to begin. I love the Tiki Room and will sing the songs for you at your request!

After the Tiki Room it was time for our special dinner at the Blue Bayou, the restaurant inside the Pirates of the Caribbean! I was so excited to eat there. We were given a table by the water which made our dinner experience perfect!

It's hard to tell because it is dark, but if you look at my right hand I am waving to the people on the boats as they go by. I had so much fun!

We celebrated my birthday early and I had a special dessert!

My birthday dessert had Mickey Mouse sprinkles

Mommy, Daddy, and Me at dinner! It was perfect and I behaved beautifully. Mommy, Daddy, and I have had a perfect trip!

After dinner it was time to ride again until the park closed! I wanted to ride Pirates of the Caribbean after eating there. I had a special bounce in my step after dinner and if you follow the next few photos you can see it's pretty amazing I stayed standing and didn't fall!

In this photo I look like I'm walking normal

Then I decided to add a little crosswalking

Then I started to kick each leg out to the side

I did this little dance walk all the way to the ride

Running up the ramp to the ride since there was barely anyone in line!

We headed back to the other side of the park for the rest of the evening! I was having so much fun I posed for Mommy in front of the castle!

Caitlin and the castle

Making myself as big as possible for the photo

We rode as many rides as we could before the park closed at 8pm. The park at night is always so pretty.

Daddy and Me on the rockets on last time!

Mommy, Daddy, and Me on Dumbo!

We waited for the end of the night to do our shopping! I couldn't wait to go into the big store and pick something out for me and Allison.

Main Street at night! It was if we had the stores all to ourselves!

Someone offered to take a family photo for us! When looked at the photo it seems as though the moon was big and bright in our photo! Actually though, the moon is not in our photo. The spot is from moisture on our camera, but it sure came out in the right spot!

This photo was taken too and you can see the moon, or spot, is gone!

Goodnight Disneyland! Thank you for three fun and glorious days! Next time we are back, I'll be showing my baby brother or sister around!

Day two at Disneyland from open to close!

2011-03-06T23:52:00.000-08:00

Day 2 at Disneyland!

This is my fourth trip to Disneyland and something that I think is the best part about visiting Disneyland is the Magic Morning! This is when we are allowed to enter the park an hour early and ride! Fantasyland and Tomorrowland is open during the Magic Morning, which is perfect for the rides I love! I know that this means I can ride and ride without any lines! This is the best hour at Disneyland!

Waiting patiently for our Magic Morning to begin!

Daddy and I can't wait to get in and RIDE!

There aren't too many opportunities to take a picture of the castle without people in front of it! Magic Mornings allowed us to capture the beauty of the castle!

First ride, PETER PAN! This ride always has the longest ride so we made sure to do it first today. There was laready a little line when we got to the ride so Mommy waited in line for us while Daddy and I took in another Fantasyland ride!

Ready to fly to Neverland!

Next flight is on DUMBO!

Mommy and Me ready to fly!

Then it was time for the Mad Hatter Teacups!

Mommy rode her own teacup since she has a baby growing in her belly and didn't need to spin much!

Ready to spin Daddy and I really fast!

It's only natural after you get off the Teacups to ride Alice in Wonderland!

Happy Hurley's having fun on the ride

Next, I told Daddy I wanted to ride the BIG WHITE MOUNTAIN, also know as the Matterhorn! This was my first big roller coaster ride!

Big smiles while waiting in line for the roller coaster!

Daddy and I are all buckled in and ready to ride!

Daddy and I at the end of the ride! My facial expression was better in person. There was a little boy about my age on the ride too!

Daddy and I after the ride! I told Mommy that the ride was fast. I also told Mommy that a big white monster tried to scare us, but "I scared him back!"

Having fun with Daddy as we decide our next ride! We rode It's a Small World next because it is a slow ride:).

It wouldn't be a Magic Morning without a Carousel ride!

Daddy and Me ready to ride our horses!

We rode 12 rides during our Magic hour! Then when the park opened for everyone, we took a little break to eat some breakfast! Of course we ate our favorite cinnamon roll, fruit, and milk while sitting on Main Street and watching the crowd walk by! I was a little tired after waking up early, but after a few bites, I was full of energy again! In fact I danced on Main Street!

I used my straw as my wand to direct the music that was playing while I danced!

Little Main Street dancer

One toddler show!

Marching down Main Street to the music! "Let's go ride!"

Walking on the trolley tracks is always fun!

Just a spoon full of sugar and I am ready to go!

Daddy and I had fun chasing each other in the park as we went to ride Buzz Lightyear and the Rockets!

California Adventure doesn't open until a couple hours after Disneyland. We decided to go to the other park when it opened to ride some of our favorites before lunch!

Our first stop was Toy Story MANIA! Everyone else seemed to have the same idea because when the gates to the park opened, we walked with a large mob of people to the ride. We had to wait about 30 minutes, but the wait was worth it.

Stretching while waiting in line

Daddy and I can see you in 3D

I love that this ride involves us playing a game! It is sooooooo fun!

Next ride was for Daddy, California Screamin'! This is a really big roller coaster that I need to grow another foot before I'll be able to ride. Mommy couldn't ride because of the baby in her belly. Mommy and I watched Daddy blast off on the ride and ate a little snack while waiting!

There's Daddy waving to us before he blasts off! Now you might be wondering who the lady is waving at us too? We don't know. Just a complete stranger they had Daddy ride with!

After watching Daddy, we rode another carousel, but this is King Triton's Carousel and we rode on fish instead of horses!

Mommy and I excited to ride!

Afterwards we rode a few more rides and then ate lunch! During lunch we sat near water and I had fun feeding the ducks and seagulls while eating. I then sat in the stroller and my eyes started to close! I was ready for a nap! Mommy and Daddy were happy because I was working just like they had planned! We went back to our hotel and I took a three hour nap!

This was my napping position for the entire three hours!

As I woke up from my nap, Mommy and Daddy asked if I wanted to go back to Disneyland! I quickly jumped up and said, "let's go!" I put on some warmer clothes and we headed back for a fun night at the park!

We spotted Goofy in Main Street and stopped for a quick photo.

My two favorite Goofs and Me:)

I practiced pushing the stroller down Main Street instead of riding in it!

Our first ride of the evening, The Jungle Cruise!

Daddy and I are ready to cruise!

After a few other rides, it was time for dinner! It was a late dinner, but we knew we were going to be up late! We decided to eat dinner at the Tomorrowland Terrace, which I loved because of the live music that entertained us while we ate.

Dancing to the beat while waiting for Daddy to bring us our dinner

My dancing quickly attracted a little boy who joined in the fun

Disneyland Dancers

After our tummies were full, we spotted a place to watch the fireworks. It started to drizzle on us, but that didn't stop our fun! Mommy saved our space while Daddy and I went to ride the Rockets! That's one of Mommy's Disneyland tricks ~ someone in the party saves seats, while others ride, thus no time wasted:). The fireworks show started while we were on the Rockets so Daddy and I had a great view. We then met Mommy to watch the rest of the show.

Sitting on Daddy's shoulders gives me the optimal view!

What's a great after fireworks snack?.......A Disneyland CHURRO!

Waiting for my turn to order. I ordered and paid for our churro all by myself!

Nothing beats a yummy churro while walking to a ride

YAY for churros!

This could be a churro commercial

There's something about Disneyland at night the makes everything a little more magical! We went on rides that we did earlier and had a great time even with a little sprinkle here and there! Best thing about riding rides through the closing hours is that people start to go home and the lines are SHORT!

Daddy and I taking another spin on the Teacups!

Knocking on Rabbit's door

This door is perfect for me

Trying on fun hats in the Mad Hatter Shop

Mommy, Daddy, and I riding the caboose on Casey Jr.'s Circus Train. This photo was taken around 11:40pm and we don't look too tired!

Time for another Dumbo flight!

AFter walking through the castle, we knew we had about 10 minutes until the park closed. We started to walk down Main Street and I asked if we could ride the Pirates again. Mommy and Daddy loved it and off we went to ride one more time!

Dancing to the music in New Orlean's Square. There were so few people left in the park that we had the entire boat to ourselves when we rode the Pirates! FUN,FUN,FUN!

Riding in the stroller down Main Street at midnight! Yes we opened the park at 7am today and we closed it at midnight! Mommy loved this because it brought back memories of her doing the same thing! We had another absolutely perfect day! I didn't shed a tear today, give attitude, or complain at all! The park doesn't open until 9am tomorrow so we don't have to get up early! I fell fast asleep before we reached our hotel! This was another magical day at Disneyland!

Day one at Disneyland!

2011-03-05T23:00:00.000-08:00

I woke up very excited this morning because I knew we were going to Disneyland! I let Mommy help get me dressed and do my hair so that we could go and have fun! The photos below don't do justice to how big my smile was as we walked through the gates! Our plan today was to spend the day at Disneyland and then leave the park for dinner and a basketball game. Daddy's friend, Ricky, coaches high school basketball here and we are going to cheer him in his championship game. The game is within walked distance from our hotel!

Our first stop was the bakery on Main Street to buy one of our favorite treats, a cinnamon roll! There is nothing better than starting your morning at Disneyland with a hot cinnamon roll! YUMMY!

Strolling down Main Street with Daddy

This might seem like an odd picture because we don't know anyone in the photo. Mommy took this because it is the first time we haven't had to stand in line at the bakery! We knew from this moment that today was going to be a fantastic day!

After our yummy cinnamon roll, fruit, and milk, it was time to ride! Mommy and Daddy let me choose the order of the rides! If you have read my other posts from previous trips to Disneyland, then my first ride choice shouldn't be a surprise!

IT'S A SMALL WORLD!

So happy to be sitting with Daddy on the boat

I pointed out everything to Mommy on the ride

I laughed out loud as I pointed out these "funny guys"

I have Disneyland in my genes! As soon as we got off the ride, I told Mommy and Daddy the ride I wanted to go on next. I wanted to skip and run to the ride!

Skipping with Mommy to....

The Teacups!

Daddy and Me

"Hi Mommy!"

While waiting in line, I always kept Mommy and Daddy entertained.

One of my many silly faces

Practicing with Daddy to stand behind the yellow line

Posing with my snacks while waiting in line

The Carousel is another of my favorite rides!

Daddy and daughter having fun on the carousel

I waved to the crowd the whole ride

As the day went on, Fantasyland got busy with kids so we moved to different lands. I love New Orleans Square!

While waiting in line for Pirates of the Caribbean, we heard music. Daddy held me on his shoulders so I could get a better view!

Walking to our next ride!

After lunch, we stopped to watch a mini parade with Princess Tiana! Princess Tiana is from the movie Princess and the Frog.

Cheers with Daddy while waiting for the parade

I stood by this sign making different poses and told Mommy to take my picture, and so she did!

"I want you!"

One more pose and then the parade started!

The dancers invited me and other kids to be part of the fun. I liked shaking the tamborine to the music and dancing.

Mommy and Me with the Princess as a frog

After the parade we spotted Donald Duck in his Mardi Gras attire. I wanted to say hi to him. I went right up to him and talked to him, but I didn't want to take a picture all by myself with him. Mommy and Daddy joined me for a family photo with Donald Duck. As we left, I blew Donald lots of kisses!

Greeting Donald

Mommy, Donald, Daddy, and Me

Mommy has a baby in her belly which means she can't go on some rides. Mommy and I sent Daddy to ride Indiana Jones' while we climbed Tarzan's Treehouse!

A picture from the bottom of the treehouse

Our day wouldn't be complete if we didn't take time to feed the ducks. I don't mind sharing my popcorn with them!

While feeding the ducks, the Princess Tiana parade passed by us again. I danced to the music and waved to the performers. At the end of the parade, Louie, the Alligator, posed for a photo for us!

Louie and Princess Tiana! Mommy, Daddy, and I sang the songs from the parade for the rest of the day!

We had time to do one more ride before leaving the park for dinner and the basketball game. I wanted to ride the Rockets! I love this ride! Daddy and I rode together, but I took charge of controlling our rocket! We flew really high for the entire ride!

Toddlers know how to find the best little hiding places in Disneyland!

Getting kisses from Daddy while waiting in line

Daddy and I ready to blast off!

Look at us flying high!

After a full day at Disneyland without a nap, I fell fast asleep in the stroller on the way to dinner. Mommy and Daddy enjoyed a peaceful dinner while I slept. I stayed asleep until the start of the basketball game. I woke up happy and ready to cheer Ricky's team on to victory!

Ricky's team, Gahr High School, won their championship game. Their win is similar to Daddy's State Championship. We were so excited to be there to cheer on Ricky's team. What a great way to end a fabulous day in Disneyland!

Daddy and Ricky are #1 Coaches!

Walking back to our hotel after the game! Time to rest up for our 2nd day at Disneyland!

Daddy's assembly and a surprise

2011-03-04T22:14:00.000-08:00

Today Daddy's school held a special assembly to congratulate the team's State Championship! Nana, Nina Nina Dia, Mommy, and I went to cheer on Daddy and his team! As we walked into the gym we were given glow sticks since all the lights were off in the gym. I had fun playing with the glow sticks and dancing to the music before the assembly started. As we walked into the gym there was a large photo of Daddy's team after they won with the trophy that was projected on the big screen. I was excited to point out to Mommy that I was in the picture too! When the assembly started I cheered with all the high school students!

Dancing with my glow sticks at the assembly

Another photo of the trophy Daddy's team won!

After the assembly, Daddy had a surprise to tell me. I knew that we were going on a trip to watch Daddy's friend coach his boys in a basketball tournament. What I didn't know was the surprise Daddy tells me in the video below:

We drove away from Daddy's school and headed towards CALIFORNIA! Mommy and Daddy decided to drive through San Diego first so that the drive wouldn't seem as long for me. I was perfect on the ride. I slept from Tucson to Yuma. I then played until we stopped to eat dinner at one of our favorite places in San Diego, Rockin' Baja! I was happy to get out of the truck and stretch for awhile. There was a live band at the restaurant and I had fun dancing to the music. The band members even got off the stage to play the guitar right next to me! After dinner we drove to our hotel in Anaheim. I slept on the drive because I knew tomorrow would be a busy day! I can't wait to see Mickey Mouse tomorrow!

Dancing to the beat at dinner!

Perfect day for the park!

2011-03-02T21:43:00.000-08:00

80 degrees and sunny skies make for a perfect day at the park. Nana and Nina Nina Dia were just as excited to go to the park as Allison and Me! We had a great time playing at the park. We fed the ducks popcorn, we climbed all over the playground equipment, we had fun on the swings, and ended our day with a ride on the train. After our hours of fun we came home and ate lunch on the back porch. During lunch Nana discovered that my favorite baby and Allison's Chango (sock monkey) were missing. Nana knew that baby had gone with us to the park, but not Chango. When Nana asked me where my baby was I told her, "I left her at the park." We decided to all get back in Nana's car to look for my baby at the park. Nana found my baby doll laying in the sandbox, just where I had left it. Chango is still a mystery because Allison didn't take him to the park, but we can't find him. It took very little time for Allison and I to fall asleep on the ride back from the park. We took a great nap after such a great day! Thanks Nana and Nina Nina Dia for making our days FUN! We can't wait to go back to the park, but next time "No babies!"

Getting ready to slide down

Allison ready to slide

Stopping to do a little math at the park

Here I am Nana

Allison and Me enjoying our day at the park

Can you name all the animals in this photo?

Best friends at the park (Mommy loves this photo!)

We are ready for our train ride!

Breakfast of Champions

2011-02-27T22:04:00.000-08:00

You might be wondering what champions do the day after they win the BIG game. Well in our house, we had the breakfast of champions and watched the game to relive yesterday. Nina Nina Dia called this morning singing, "we are the champions..." and said we needed to go to breakfast. Daddy and I were still sleeping so Mommy suggested we have breakfast at our house. Nana and Poppy brought over the champagne for mimosas and Daddy cooked chorizo and eggs for us to eat. I loved eating breakfast while being able to see my reflection in the basketball of the State Championship trophy. I told Mommy that "Daddy's boys won the trophy." While waiting for breakfast to be cooked, Nana read the newspaper and when she opened the Sports section there was a picture of Daddy and Me. I was in Daddy's arms when he cut down the net and the photo made the paper! It was fun seeing Daddy and Me in the paper! Watching the game again was fun too! We are still celebrating and will continue as Daddy and his team get to pick out rings and plan the banquet. Vinnie Vinzetta asked Daddy to come back on his show tonight with the trophy to talk about the BIG game! Tomorrow Daddy has to take the trophy back to school and I am sure going to miss having it at our house. Congratulations again Daddy and thanks to everyone for all the support during the season!

Nana read the article to all of us

It's Me and Daddy in the paper

A toast to Daddy and his team! "Champagne!"

Happy girl in the morning

Posing with Daddy's trophy

A Family shot with the trophy before Daddy takes it to school

Daddy, the trophy, and Vinnie Vinzetta before the interview of Fox SportsForce

Daddy's team wins the State Championship!

2011-02-26T23:29:00.000-08:00

Today was a big day in our family! Daddy's team played for the State Championship against Tempe at Jobing.com arena in Glendale. The game was at noon, which meant we needed to leave early so we got there with plenty of time. Daddy and his team went up last night. Allison and I were excited to ride together in Nana's car. We packed lots of snacks and even wore our pajamas in the morning. When we arrived at the arena, Allison and I dressed in our Amphi gear and then went to watch the dancing water. We had fun throwing "coinies" in the water and dancing. I slipped and got a boo-boo on my chin, but I didn't let that stop me from having fun! After dancing and cheering by the water it was time to cheer on Daddy's team. At one point in the game we were up by 25 points and Mommy and I knew we were going to win. Daddy's team played great! In fact, Daddy never used any of his timeouts in the game. At the end of the game Mommy and I were allowed on the court to greet Daddy and the team. There were lots of people besides Mommy shooting photos! It was fun to see the players and Daddy cut the net down and receive the 1st place trophy. This is Amphi's 1st basketball State Championship! We are so proud of Daddy and his boys. The game was broadcasted live on Fox Sports Arizona so we know that many people watched it on T.V. right before watching UofA vs. UCLA. After we left the arena, we continued our celebration at a nearby steakhouse. Daddy, Coach Marty, and one of their players each rode the mechanical bull. The restaurant played "We Are The Champions" as the players took their seats. The atmosphere was perfect. We drove home and Uncle Paul and Mommy went out with the coaches to celebrate while Nana, Nina Nina Dia and Me celebrated at home. What an amazing and fun day! Congratulations again to my Daddy and his awesome team! Enjoy the photos from our great day!

Silly monkeys sitting on their Aunties' shoulders before leaving

Two little fans ready to cheer on the Panthers!

First we made a stop at the big water fountain. I couldn't wait to show Allison how to throw "coinies" in the fountain.

Allison, Amphi's smallest cheerleader

Posing by the water fountain

I decided I liked the music and started to perform on the bench. Mommy caught a few of my dance poses.

Pose #2

Pose #3

Pose #4

Pose #5

Daddy's good luck hug before the game

Daddy is talking to his team during a t.v. timeout

Daddy being interviewed at halftime

Nina Nina enjoying cheering on the Panthers

Grammy Linda and Grandpa Gary met us for the game

Grandpa Gary liked the pom-pom hairdo

When Daddy's team is up by 25, it's time for a snack

One of the neatest moments was when the boys lifted the trophy together

Daddy thanking the fans as he is interviewed. I just stayed in his arms for support:)

Daddy introduced me on t.v.

The team and coaches with the trophy and me:)

Celebrating Poppy's Birthday

2011-02-24T21:11:00.000-08:00

Poppy's birthday was yesterday, but since we were at Daddy's game we celebrated his birthday tonight at our house. i wanted to play Super Caitlin and dressed up for Poppy's birthday. Allison and I had fun helping Poppy blow out his candles. We had so much fun that we did it twice! Everyone had a fun time, but we were bummed to watched the UofA basketball team lose. Thanks for all you do for us Poppy! We hope this year is a great one for you! You are the best Poppy!

Poppy and his girls

Cake and candles puts a smile on everyone's face!

Allison wasn't too sure about blowing out the candles at first

Allison and I had fun riding on Aunt Stacie and Uncle Kenny's shoulders tonight too!

Panthers Win!

2011-02-23T23:02:00.000-08:00

Daddy's game didn't start until 8pm so we had a late night, but it was worth it! The Panthers beat Desert Edge and will play Tempe in the State Championship game on Saturday! Once again Daddy's team played awesome and came away with a great win! We had fun at the game as we got to see our cousins Joe, Jodi, Gracie, and Nolan. Gracie and I had fun eating all sorts of snacks while Nolan enjoyed being rocked to sleep by Nina Nina Dia. I can't wait to cheer on Daddy's team on Saturday! Way to go Panthers! One more win needed.......

Nana, Nina Nina Dia, and Nolan

Gracie!

Giving Daddy a big hug after the game! Do I look tired?

Butterfly Banana Sandwich

2011-02-22T19:57:00.000-08:00

Poppy's pancakes are one of my favorite breakfast treats. Today I added to my favorite's list when Poppy made me a special treat, a peanut butter, banana, butterfly sandwich. Poppy came over early this morning when Mommy had to be to work early. I cried when Mommy left for work and was very sad. Poppy made me this special breakfast treat and it turned my frown upside down. I was all smiles thanks to Poppy!

Thanks for the special treat Poppy!

Daddy's team wins again!

2011-02-18T21:46:00.000-08:00

Tonight Daddy's team played Palo Verde in the second round of the playoffs. This means we are going to the Final Four next week in Glendale! This is Daddy's team third straight trip to the Final Four! We are two wins away from being Champions. Daddy's team is on fire and it is fun to watch them play! We are so proud of Daddy, his coaches, and the team. We wish them a relaxing weekend and can't wait to cheer them on in Glendale next week! Good Job Daddy!

Cheering loud for Daddy and his boys!

Lollipops and basketball go great together!

Daddy's 1st playoff game

2011-02-15T21:41:00.000-08:00

Tonight was Daddy's first playoff game against Williams Field from Phoenix. We played Williams Field last year in the Final Four of the championships and won. Tonight we won again! It was so much fun cheering for Daddy and his team! Way to go Panthers! Three more games until the Championship! Stay tuned to see how we do.

Nana and her girls!

Happy Valentine's Day

2011-02-14T21:33:00.000-08:00

Happy Valentine's Day! I said this to everyone who came over today. I like the balloons, cards, and treats I received today. I told Mommy that everyone likes Valentine's Day because they brought me things. Mommy just smiled. We had dinner tonight with Nana, Poppy, Uncle Kenny, Aunt Stacie, and Allison at GG's house! GG loved having all of us over. After our yummy dinner and dessert we sat and played in GG's livingroom. GG's house was full of love today and it brought a great big smile to her face! Hope everyone felt the love like we did today!

A room full of fun at GG's house

Fox Sports Force features My Daddy

2011-02-13T22:14:00.000-08:00

My Daddy's team is ranked #1 for the 4A-II division. This Tuesday starts the state playoffs. We are four wins away from the State Championship! Daddy's team is expected to win it all, but Daddy keeps level headed and has his team take one game at a time. Tonight Daddy was asked to be interviewed by Vinnie Vinzetta on Fox 11 Sports Force. Click here to see the interview. Mommy went with Daddy to the T.V. station to take photos. We sat in a conference room while waiting to be called into the studio. Vinnie brought Daddy the questions he would ask to review while we waited. The studio is quite small and Mommy says it was chilly. Daddy did great with his interview. I had fun watching Daddy on T.V. with Nana, Poppy, Grandpa, Uncle Paul, and Nina Nina Dia! Way to go Daddy!

Daddy looks over the questions he'll be answering

Daddy is on the air!

Daddy and Vinnie Vinzetta before they went LIVE!

I'm going to be.............

2011-02-10T18:46:00.000-08:00

A BIG SISTER!!!!

Mommy and Daddy went to the doctor today and found out that there is a little baby growing in Mommy's belly. They came home after their appointment and told me about a little brother or little sister that was growing in Mommy's belly. I wasn't too sure at first, but soon realized there was a baby near Mommy's belly button. That was fun to me. After Mommy and Daddy showed me the ultrasound picture that resembled a jelly bean, I told everyone about the baby by explaining the picture. Since Mommy and Daddy told me the news, I kiss Mommy's belly and I talk to the baby. The baby is due in late September. I can't wait to be able to hold the baby!

Mommy and Daddy explaining that I would be a big sister. Allison listened as she was told she would soon be a big cousin.

Allison and I enjoyed a picnic lunch outside after learning the fun news!

Family Night for Daddy's Team

2011-02-08T22:48:00.000-08:00

Tonight was Daddy's last home game for the regular basketball season. The parents and families walk out on the court to meet their players. Mommy and I walked out to meet Daddy. Daddy gave me a Caitlin sized basketball signed by the team. I didn't feel well all day and Mommy almost decided not to take me to the game, but I wanted to go. I had Mommy hold me almost the whole game which let everyone know I wasn't feeling well because I usually run laps around the gym during games. Mommy was sad that I didn't feel well, but happy that I made it to Daddy's game. After the game I ran around on the court barefoot with Allison and forgot that I was sick. Daddy finished his third straight season at home being undefeated at home. We are so proud of Daddy and can't wait to cheer him on in the state playoffs. Stay tuned to see how the Panthers do at State!

Mommy and Me greeting Daddy on the court

Mommy, Daddy, and Me (That's the best smile I could give since I felt so yucky)

Nina Nina, Aunt Stacie, and Allison came to cheer on Daddy too!

Mommy holding me always makes me feel better! (I slept on Mommy like this for the first three quarters)

Off to GG's House

2011-02-08T15:42:00.000-08:00

GG officially moved into her house next door today! Poppy and Grandpa have been working on her house for a couple of months now. Allison and I were so excited to grab our babies and strollers to walk next door and visit GG. We love playing at GG's house. We love the treats that GG gives us too! Having GG next door is going to be great! Welcome Home GG!
Little Mommies and babies ready to walk to GG's house

Visiting with GG in her front yard

Resting and taking a break with GG on her couch

Driving 101

2011-02-07T18:54:00.000-08:00

Uncle Kenny came by after work to give Allison and I more driving lessons. The weather was perfect for driving! Allison and I are getting really good with our driving skills and Uncle Kenny doesn't have to help us as much. We still do a little off-roading every once in awhile. We had fun driving over to GG's house today! Thanks Uncle Kenny for showing us a good time and helping us improve our driving!

Allison is a great co-pilot

Driving off into the sunset

Two cool chicks ready for some driving fun!

Go PACK Go!

2011-02-06T22:57:00.000-08:00

Uncle Paul's football team played in the Super Bowl today and I was excited! I took a great nap so that I could have fun at our Super Bowl Party. We catered the food so no one had to do any of the cooking. Mommy really liked that idea. I dressed in my Packer gear to help cheer on Uncle Paul's team. They didn't need my help and won the Super Bowl! Uncle Paul was the happiest in the group. This week is Cousin Tony's birthday so we also had cake tonight to celebrate. I had fun helping Mommy put candles on the cake and then helping Tony blow out the candles. What a great Sunday!

Uncle Paul and his little Packer fan

Uncle Paul and I showing our muscles

I make up my own minute to win it games

Is this an innocent face or what?

Happy Birthday Cousin Tony!

Surprise for Maggie

2011-02-05T20:51:00.000-08:00

Mommy came home Wednesday and we have been very busy since she has been home. Today we went to a surprise 16th birthday party for Maggie. I was so excited to yell, "surprise." I had fun helping Maggie blow out her candles and playing games at the restaurant. I love birthday parties. I can't wait until next month when it's my birthday!

Maggie and Me

Helping Maggie blow out her candles

This photo has nothing to do with the party, but later in the evening Nana brought this over from GG's house and I had a blast wearing it! I can't wait to wear my new apron and bake!

Miniature golfing

2011-01-29T19:46:00.000-08:00

Daddy and I dropped Mommy off at the airport this morning because she is attending a conference in California for the next five days. Daddy and I will miss Mommy, but we have some fun activities planned. Mommy didn't care what we did, but told Daddy to snap lots of photos! After the airport, Daddy and I went to ToysR'Us and did a little shopping. Uncle Paul and Grandpa met up with us. After shopping we went to Golf N' Stuff and tried out my miniature golfing skills for the first time. I had a blast at Golf N' Stuff. I loved the little houses because they were just my size. I also liked eating popcorn and sharing it with the ducks. Playing the arcade games was fun too! After golfing we had a yummy lunch and then went home for a nice nap! What a fun filled day Daddy and I had! Sorry you missed out on the fun Mommy!

Riding the car with Mickey at Toys R' Us

Daddy and Me

"I got the ball in the hole! YAY!"

Concentrating

Taking a little popcorn break with Grandpa and Uncle Paul

Sharing my popcorn with the ducks

Ducks like popcorn too!

Back to golfing lessons with Uncle Paul

So happy that I dropped my club and ran to Daddy

Caitlin sized houses are perfect!

Grandpa and Me in front of the pirate ship, "Aargh!"

Hole #18

Daddy and I working as a team

Watching to see where our ball goes

Getting caught climbing over the rails of the house

These houses are just my size. This is a great viewpoint to watch Grandpa and Uncle Paul golf!

Playing Mommy's favorite game, Wheel of Fortune

I love whacking the creatures!

C is for Caitlin and Coach

2011-01-28T21:32:00.000-08:00

Tonight's Daddy's game was played at Cholla. As soon as we got off the car, I ran to the big C and told Mommy that I needed to take my picture sitting on the C because C is for Caitlin! Mommy was happy that I recognized the first letter of my name and happy that I wanted my picture taken! During the game I had fun playing with my Ninos who came to cheer on Daddy and his team. After our big win, I told Daddy about the big C outside and we took another photo together because C is for Caitlin and coach! My Daddy is the best coach ever!

C is for Caitlin

Mmmmm....lollipops

So happy to be licking my lollipop

C is for Caitlin and Coach!

Little Miss Lumberjack

2011-01-28T15:40:00.000-08:00

Grandpa and Poppy have been working hard at GG's house to get it ready for her to move in. Today they worked on removing a big tree stump in the backyard. Allison and I went over with Nana to investigate and help out. The stump was too BIG for just one person to remove. I tried to help Grandpa, but I was better at cheering him on. Look at the photos below to see just how big tree stumps can be. I love working in the yard with my Grandpas!

Me, Grandpa and the tree stump!

Thumbs up!

Holding the stump to help Grandpa

Kisses for quarters

2011-01-22T21:36:00.000-08:00

Tonight while Grandpa and Uncle Paul were visiting I started a new entrepreneurship! For every kiss I gave Grandpa, he gave me a quarter! Grandpa left feeling lots of love and I had a heavy piggy bank by the end of the night! I think me idea is a good one!

Kissing Grandpa for another quarter

Cheering with Poppy and Grandpa

2011-01-21T21:28:00.000-08:00

We had three basketball games this week and I love it! I love cheering in the stands! tonight I wanted to sit with Poppy and Grandpa to cheer! I have the best Poppy and Grandpa in the world. They also share yummy treats with me which is fun! Daddy's team is still on a winning streak and is number one in their region! Go PANTHERS!

Grandpa, Poppy, and Me - Mommy loves this photo because the three of us our looking in three different directions

Poppy and Grandpa like to make a Caitlin sandwich

Daddy's Big Game at McKale

2011-01-17T22:13:00.000-08:00

Tonight Daddy's team in the Martin Luther King, Jr. Classic at McKale. Daddy's team played at McKale last year, but this time his game was the headliner game and so the crowd was big! Daddy's team played Palo Verde and beat them pretty easily. It was a fun evening to watch Daddy coach on the same floor where the UofA plays. Mommy and I are so very proud of Daddy and his team. We still have another month of season games before the state tournament starts. Stay tuned........

Wherever I go, my baby goes too!

A couple of things to notice in this photo......Mommy gave me a manicure today and my baby's bottles make fun eyeglasses

Daddy is in the middle of the huddle drawing up a plan for his boys

Walking with my Daddy at the end of the game to shake hands with the other team

Me and my Daddy under the bright lights of McKale

GG's 90th Birthday Bash

2011-01-16T22:45:00.000-08:00

We celebrated GG's 90th birthday tonight with a dinner party at the Viscount Suites Hotel! Just as the party was getting on its way, 3 police officers walked through the party to look out the windows of the room we were in. An officer informed us that there was a suspicious black bag that might have explosives in it. The Bomb Squad was called out to check the components of the bag. We were asked to evacuate the area until the bag had been checked out. We were moved in Wilbur's Bar in the hotel. During this time everyone mingled with each other and we decided to roast GG. Mommy and Uncle Kenny gave GG items that she would need for her new house. We gave her crackers for Allison and Me, everyone's favorite type of cookie, and even an open/closed sign when she was tired of visitors. Allison and I had fun putting GG's gifts in the big blue bucket, that will be used as our toy box at GG's new house. I was getting hungry during this time and more than once pulled Mommy aside and said, "Mommy, please ask that guy to get my dinner." Mommy thought it was too cute. I snacked on GG's goldfish until we were able to go back into the party room and eat dinner. Nothing explosive was found in the suspicious bag and we were allowed back in the original room. We ate a yummy Italian spread. GG's favorite dessert is lemon meringue pie and was served in her honor. We sang Happy Birthday to GG and Allison and I helped blow out the candles on her birthday cake. We also enjoyed sticking our fingers in the frosting. We had a musician playing for the party which was fun for dancing. At one point Allison and I both danced in Poppy's arms. It was too cute! Not even a bomb scare could keep us from enjoying 90 years of GG. We had a wonderful night and know that GG enjoyed everyone being there to celebrate! Enjoy the photos from the party!

Four generations of Bolle's! Happy Birthday GG! Mommy is amazed that all 9 of us are looking at the camera and we are all smiling!

Allison showing how strings of balloons always make for a fun time at a birthday party

Allison and I were excited to see each other at the party:)

I found the cake right away and tried to taste the frosting

Playing with the coffee stirrers was part of the fun for me

GG holding her balloons and talking to Betty who is going to be moving into her old house!

GG and Melanie

Allison checking out GG's new blue bucket (she was really looking at the bag of goldfish crackers inside the bucket)

Not sure why the camera turned this photo so dark, but Mommy likes are facial expressions

GG listening to our roasts! She doesn't look 90 does she?

GG and Betty

GG and Peggy

GG and the Parscale's

GG and some of her good friends

GG with Nina Nina Dia and Nina Nina

GG and Elisa

GG with Maggie and Tim, her neighbors and Daddy's students

"Happy Birthday GG"

Allison and Aunt Stacie

Dancing with Poppy

"This is fun Poppy!"

Allison and Uncle Kenny

Notice my shoes? I took them off pretty early in the night:)

Allison and I helped GG blow out her candles

Yummy frosting

Allison and I both dancing with Poppy. We couldn't stop laughing.

Dancing with Poppy with frosting on our faces:)

Mommy, Daddy, GG, and Me :)

Daddy caught me as I was taking a bite of the cake

GG and Grandpa at the end of the night

Go Cats Go!

2011-01-15T22:19:00.000-08:00

Mommy, Daddy, and I went to another UofA basketball game today. We had fun cheering and of course, eating yummy snacks. Today I added to my snack list by eating a yummy soft pretzel. Soft pretzels are Mommy's #1 snacks! The Wildcats won today. I came home pretty tired and took a nice little nap. Mommy and Daddy took a little nap too. We can't wait to be back at McKale Monday to cheer on Daddy's team when they play!

Our Junior Wildcat!

Mommy and Me

Piggyback rides

2011-01-12T20:16:00.000-08:00

Uncle Kenny gives the best piggyback rides! Allison and I often use him as more of a jungle gym. We love it when he plays with us because we know we will get a ride. We sometimes ride together and other times separate. Either way we always have fun with Uncle Kenny! Thanks for being such a cool Uncle!

Yay! for piggyback rides

Let's Play Memorme!

2011-01-10T15:03:00.000-08:00

I love playing games! Lately I have two favorites, Don't Spill the Beans and Memorme(Memory). Mommy likes that I enjoy playing Memory because it was one of her all time favorite games when she was little! The first time I played against Mommy I surprised her at how well I could remember where I had seen the picture and made matches. I actually beat Mommy without her trying to let me win. Today cousin Christina came over to play with Allison and Me. Christina was a kindergarten teacher so she understands us very well! We played Memory and learned a new song about a fish. We had fun playing and dancing with Christina.

Paying close attention to Christina

Singing the fishy song

Copying Christina to put my hands on my hips and shake my booty:)

By the looks on our faces you know we were having fun!

Two of my favorite things: Wildcats and Snacks!

2011-01-09T19:47:00.000-08:00

Yesterday was a tragic day in Tucson. I watched the news with Mommy and Daddy and asked what happened to the little girl on the T.V. Mommy told me that she needed our prayers. I then told Mommy that we needed to pray for her Mommy and Daddy too. I am too young to understand what happened yesterday, but I know that people are sad and I know that saying prayers helps. I made Mommy smile with my kind words.

The UofA basketball game was moved to this afternoon and I was excited to go with Mommy and Daddy. The game was during my usual nap time, but that didn't stop me from having fun! I love going to cheer on the Wildcats. I love to yell Wilbur's name, clap to the music, watch the cheerleaders, and eat snacks! Today I had popcorn and Italian ice. Both were very yummy for my tummy as I like to say. I did fall asleep on Daddy towards the end of the game, but I still had a great time. Thanks for taking me Mommy and Daddy! Go CATS!

I am focused while holding on to the popcorn

I love popcorn like Mommy

Carefully spooning out the Italian ice

Do I look tired? I'm never too tired to cheer and eat snacks!

A night out with my Ninos

2011-01-07T23:17:00.000-08:00

Daddy's game was in Douglas tonight so Mommy and I didn't go. Instead we met my Ninos at the Food Court in Park Place to grab a bite to eat and play! I loved it! My Ninos do nothing but give me there 115% attention. Mommy says they spoil me. I wanted ice cream after doing so well and eating all of my dinner. I went with my Ninos to get ice cream and when we came back we had three different kinds. We had two types of Italian gelato and an ice cream cone. Just one example of how I am spoiled. I tasted all three and loved it! Nana went with us too! After eating dessert, my Ninos played with me. We started by riding all the little moving rides. My Ninos wouldn't just ell me to ride one, they told me to ride all of them and I of course did! Then I played in the children's play area. Mommy was proud of me when I asked if I could go play in an area that wasn't right by where she was sitting. After playing, we went to the jewelry store to help Mommy pick out her charm bracelet. Nana walked around with me and a man working one of the kiosks gave me a dog that barks and flips. Nana expected the man to have her pay, but the man just gave it to me. I was at the right place at the right time. When I walked with my Nina, we were given a sample of frozen yogurt from a new yogurt shop in the mall. I told Nina I liked it and she bought some. I really didn't need it, but my Nina said I could have it! I love spending time with my Ninos! We usually spend time together playing at home, but tonight was fun playing at the mall! Thanks for a great night Ninos!

My Nina and Me and our ice cream cone

Doing my best to keep it from melting

Caitlin, our little astronaut, riding in the space shuttle

Such a happy girl

Driving the race car like my Uncle Kenny

Pretending to sell ice cream from the ice cream truck

Weeknight fun with Mommy and Daddy!

2011-01-06T21:09:00.000-08:00

Daddy came home early tonight so we enjoyed dinner together and had a blast playing. During basketball season I miss Daddy coming home early so when he does we make up for it! We went out to dinner at Chili's tonight for a treat. I tested the waters a little, but we still had fun! We came home to play and watch the UofA basketball game. When we got home from dinner, I told Daddy to try on my new glasses. We all put them on and laughed with each other. Thanks for always making our evenings fun Daddy! Mommy and I love having you home early!

The pizza was just my size!

Daddy and Me

Mommy and Me

My silly Mommy and Daddy (I am getting really good at taking pictures!)

Just add glasses and mustaches

2011-01-05T22:57:00.000-08:00

Today when Mommy came home from work she had some fun glasses for Allison and I. We immediately put them on and Mommy immediately started snapping photos. We look pretty cute with hairy eyebrows, glasses, big noses, and mustaches. Allison and I had fun laughing at each other while wearing the silly glasses. It's so fun to see how simple things make Allison and I smile! We left the glasses at home when we left to Daddy's ballgame. We didn't want to be a distraction! Enjoy our disguises!

Silly Allison

Silly Caitlin

Cute and crazy cousins

What's missing in this picture?

2011-01-02T17:52:00.000-08:00

I am often a silly little girl that makes Mommy and Daddy smile and laugh. Today I decided to get dressed by myself. As you look at the photos below do you see anything missing? I had my boots and my Minnie purse so I was ready to go! Mommy couldn't help but snap some photos. I did put on the missing pants after Mommy was done snapping photos! There is never a dull moment with me around!

So cute from behind!

My diaper, shirt, boots, and purse are on....what else do I need?

Happy New Year, 2011!

2011-01-01T21:51:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year Everyone! We enjoyed a quiet day at home playing with my new toys and watching sports. I called Uncle Paul to ask him to come over. Because there are people at my house daily, when I am home alone with just Mommy and Daddy I always ask, "Who is coming over today?" Uncle Paul came over to play play-doh with me and watch sports. What a great way to celebrate the new year by playing with new toys and staying at home. I get to have my Mommy and Daddy home with me again tomorrow and then it's back to work for them so I am enjoying them to the fullest!

First experience painting with water colors

I tried my best to copy whatever Mommy and Daddy painted first

Painting is fun!

Having a big girl conversation on the phone with Uncle Paul

There are so many fun play-doh accessories I don't know what to choose to play with first

Uncle Paul made me a walking play-doh bear

I am definitely a coach's daughter with a basketball hoop on my door. Daddy and I had our first practice today.

Daddy says I have good follow through with my shot :)

New Year's Eve!

2010-12-31T23:59:00.000-08:00

We had a very productive last day of 2010! While staying in our comfy pajamas for most of the day, we took down all of our Christmas decorations. I was a big help. As Mommy and Daddy were taking down the ornaments I would find the ornament that matched the picture on the box and then point it out to Mommy and Daddy. At first I didn't like the idea of taking down Christmas, but I slowly warmed up to the idea. Mommy loves the Christmas decorations, but also was happy to get the house back to some sort of normal feeling. Mommy said if we worked hard today that we would love being able to enjoy Saturday and Sunday without having too much to do. After taking down Christmas and having a nice long nap, we were ready to ring in the new year in the coziness comfort of home. Nana, Poppy, Grandpa, Uncle Paul, and Nina Nina Dia came over to join us. We played games and just relaxed until it was time to countdown to 2011. We did eat 12 grapes so that we would have good luck for the new year. A Spanish tradition we do every year, thanks to the Centos. At midnight we went outside to see what our neighbors would be shooting off in the air. We were certain our neighbors who put on excellent 4th of July fireworks would do the same for New Year's, but we were wrong. We did see fireworks, but definitely not as much as we were expecting. Daddy had sparklers for me and I thought they were so fun! I even took my baby doll outside to see the fireworks and sparklers. What a great last day of the year we had spending it at home with family! I can't wait to see what 2011 has in store for us!

Helping take down Christmas - Pointing out the ornament that is on the box to Daddy

Double checking to make sure the ornament matches the box

Carefully putting the ornaments away

Wrapping the ornaments

Daddy and Me are great working buddies

I climbed in the ornament tub with my pony and told Daddy to "pack me up"

After naptime I was energized for the night!

Playing cards, I was Daddy's partner

"Can I have a card Daddy?"

I took this photo of Uncle Paul and Daddy being silly!

Drinking a strawberry milkshake, my favorite!

Putting down the 2 of hearts

Uncle Paul trying to teach me how to play quarters :)

I pulled Uncle Paul's sweatshirt strings so he could barely see. I thought it was funny!

Mommy just can't stand how cute this photo is!

This is the face of an almost three year old!

Smiling with my Daddy. Do you see my camera in the photo? It's my own personal camera that I can take pictures with and download them to the computer!

Silly face time with Daddy

Kissy face time with Daddy

Drawing is a favorite activity of mine

Silly face time with Uncle Paul

I love Uncle Paul!

The Hurley boys and Me

Mommy and her little girl

Baby and I are tired, but we fought to stay up until midnight!

"Ready to go outside and see fireworks!"

Too cute with my sock hat and red boots!

Waiting for Nana to tell us it's time to eat the grapes

"Happy New Year!"

Sparkler time

"Wow Daddy, this is cool"

"Look at my sparkler guys"

Showing off my sparkler to Uncle Paul

Holding my baby up high so she can see the fireworks in the sky

My Daddy: Top 100 Leading Sports Figures of 2010

2010-12-31T09:18:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to my Daddy for being named in Greg Hansen's Top 100 Leading Sports Figures for 2010. Mommy and I are so proud of you! This is what Greg wrote about Daddy in the Arizona Daily Star today:

72. Ben Hurley. Amphitheater's young boys basketball coach led the Panthers to a 29-3 season and to the state 4A-II finals, and is off to a 9-1 start this season, ranked No. 1 in the state.

Daddy you are number 1 in our books and think you are the best! We love watching you coach and cheering on you and your team! Way to go DADDY!

Last UofA football game of the year

2010-12-29T23:21:00.000-08:00

We did our best tonight to cheer the Wildcats on in the Alamo Bowl. Our efforts didn't help much as the Wildcats lost. We did have fun celebrating together and singing Happy Birthday to Uncle Paul. I like how we have been celebrating Uncle Paul's birthday all week. Allison and I love birthday parties! Daddy came home from Phoenix today so I was excited to get to play with him. Allison and I helped keep everyone entertained when the football game wasn't. After browsing photos from the evening make sure to click on the video clip of me reading to Allison tonight!

Allison and Uncle Ben have fun playing together

Allison loves to be thrown up in the air

Pirate Wildcat fan!

Dancing for the crowd!

Allison loves to get down low when Mommy tells her to shake her booty :)

Cheering for the CATS!

Reading books together is one of our favorite things to do!

Singing Happy Birthday to Uncle Paul

After the candles were blown out, it was time to taste the frosting!

Uncle Paul helped Allison taste the frosting on his cake

Cheering on the Panthers in Phoenix with Gracie and Nolan

2010-12-28T23:36:00.000-08:00

Daddy's team is playing in the VisitMesa.com basketball challenge this week. The basketball challenge is ranked 9th in the nation for holiday tournaments. His team competes against four top teams in four days. We went up for yesterday and today's game. The bonus for us traveling to Mesa was that we got to see Joe, Jodi, Gracie, and meet baby Nolan. Gracie and I had fun playing together and sharing snacks. I loved touching Nolan's hair and I even held him. Daddy's team beat a top ranked team from California last night, Orange County Lutheran, and they lost a tough battle tonight by three points to Chaparral High School. The games were full of high energy! I love cheering on Daddy's boys and I like giving them high fives after the game and telling them, "good job." A big thanks to Joe and Jodi for having us over to their house for dinner and playtime before Tuesday night's game. Way to go Daddy and the Panthers!

Can't you see I'm watching the game Mommy

Caitlin and her newest cousin, Baby Nolan

Cousin Gracie

Nina Nina Dia holding her great-great nephew, Nolan Joseph

Nana and Nolan

Nana, Nina Nina, Nina Nina Dia, Joseph, and Nolan - Three generations of Carrillos

Mommy, Nolan, and Me

Me holding Nolan

Gracie got a trampoline for Christmas too!

Sitting in Gracie's playhouse

Sleeping Nolan sporting the blanket Mommy made him

I like cheering from the very top of the stands

C is for Christmas with the Centos

2010-12-26T23:09:00.000-08:00

The spirit of Christmas doesn't just happen on one day! We celebrated Christmas today with the Centos. This is almost a 40 year tradition. We did change one thing this year and that's the location. It has always been at Nana and Poppy's house, but this year it was at our house. Mommy didn't mind having it at our house because it made her put our presents away from yesterday and the house didn't seem liked it had been taken over by toys. We had a yummy turkey dinner with tamales and beans too! YUMMY! Allison and I had fun playing and opening more presents. Another great day for all of us!

Having a race to open presents

"Look at my new Mickey" Thanks Melisa and Jeff

Playing Don't Spill the Beans with Aunt Stacie

Cousin photo take #1

Cousin photo take #2, look how we are holding hands

Allison is bundled up to jump on the trampoline!

Does Allison look tired?

How about me? Do I look tired? Have a good night everybody!

Happy Birthday Uncle Paul!

2010-12-26T19:47:00.000-08:00

Happy Birthday Uncle Paul! We hope you have a great day and a wonderful year! Thanks for celebrating your birthday by playing with me today! Thanks for being my play-doh buddy too. We had fun today making play-doh ice cream with my new ice cream maker. I'm glad I got spend the whole day with you! Cheers to Uncle Paul!

"Would you like some pretend ice cream with sprinkles?"

Maybe I will work at an ice cream shop someday

Putting sprinkles on the ice cream

Uncle Paul adds the play-doh for me

Making a special ice cream for Grandpa

"This is for you Uncle Paul"

Helping Uncle Paul read his birthday card

Christmas Night

2010-12-25T23:50:00.000-08:00

After our wonderful Christmas afternoon nap, we traveled to Uncle Kenny and Aunt Stacie's house for dinner and more presents! I couldn't wait to see Allison and play with her new toys. What Allison and I didn't know is that there were two cars waiting for us to drive them in the garage. Everyone was excited to see our reaction, but we ate dinner first and opened presents from Nana, Poppy, Uncle Kenny, Aunt Stacie, Grammy Linda, and Grandpa Gary. Opening present has been a task today and both Allison and I have gotten tired of opening present. In fact, we actually didn't open everything and will have presents to open tomorrow. When it was time to show us our big surprise everyone gathered in the garage with the cameras ready! I got a F-150 truck, like my Daddy, to drive and Allison got a jeep, like her Mommy. We both ran to the cars and got in. I got in the jeep and Allison got in the truck. Everyone laughed. Then when we switched cars, I was a little hesitant to drive it. I liked being Allison's passenger better. I did finally drive my truck and absolutely loved it! We had a blast driving around in the front yard and chasing each other in our cars. My little truck even has a working stereo! A BIG THANK YOU to Nina Nina Dia, Grammy Linda, and Grandpa Gary for the FUN present! Scroll down to see the pictures from our wonderful Christmas night together! We have had a wonderful day and hope everyone else has too!

Grandpa Gary helping Allison ride Aunt Patti's tricycle that Poppy refurbished.

I showed Allison how to ride the tricycle and she had fun riding on the back!

My truck waiting for me in the garage

Allison's jeep waiting for her

Sitting together playing with Allison's new toys

Two little angels

Playing with the phone from Allison's kitchen. I used to have the same phone, but we think my little cousin lost it :)

Mommy tries to get me to keep opening my stocking goodies, but there are too many distractions. I didn't let go of my candy cane filled with candy though!

Running excitedly to show Daddy my new Minnie purse

Helping Nana open a present we gave her

This photo is what we did the first time we saw our cars. I ran to Allison's jeep and she ran to my truck!

We both climbed in right away

Checking out all the cool things are new toys do

Watch out! Here comes Allison and Caitlin!

In 13 years I will be able to drive a real truck!

The smiles on our faces were full of excitement!

"Look at me gooooo!"

Cruisin' Cousins

Riding the Jeep is tooooo much fun!

Allison had a blast and didn't want to get out

Tired from such a long and fun day! G.G. joined us in resting!

Christmas Morning and Day

2010-12-25T19:50:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas Everyone! I woke up to a house full of excitement! I carried Dolly around as I came down the hallway and peeked to see Daddy in the living room. I then saw many of the new toys Santa had left. I found his empty cookie plate and saw that Santa didn't put back our fireplace screen after he left us presents. I couldn't believe it, but Santa had come to our house. I was overwhelmed to be exact. Everyone was at our house as I awoke and discovered what Santa left. We had a yummy waffle breakfast and played mostly on my new trampoline. After our morning fun, I celebrated Christmas with just Uncle Paul, Grandpa, and Grandma. I opened presents from them, but started to show that I was getting tired. Yesterday was a big day and today was even bigger! Mommy and I did our best to try and recapture the day through the pictures we posted! Enjoy and stay tuned for our Christmas night post!

The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, but Santa filled them with too many goodies so he left them on the bench in front of the fireplace

Santa left toys in every room! This is what he left me in front of Daddy's tree.

This is the first picture of me on Christmas morning as I came down the hallway

"Santa brought me a train!" I ran to the train table right away.

I wanted to take my new play-dough kit to show Uncle Paul right away

Then I checked the plate we left for Santa and I saw that he ate most of the cookies and drank the milk. The reindeer ate the carrots too. I decided to eat the cookie crumbs Santa left behind.

Look at my big eyes as I lean on my new table and see that Santa left me a big present in the backyard.

I climbed in my new trampoline right away and started to jump. I didn't even know it was cold outside.

Bending low so I can jump high!

Jumping is FUN!

I came inside and spotted the mini cinnamon rolls and had to have one

I am in my room looking at Dorothy's fish bowl and realize that Santa visited Dorothy last night and changed her rocks to all pink rocks and replaced the turtle statue with a Dora mermaid so my fish bowl would match Allison's new fish bowl:)

When Allison came over in the morning I took her outside immediately to have her jump with me on the trampoline

Allison and I ate our yummy Belgian waffle breakfast on the patio on my new patio table and chairs (Thanks Nana and Poppy)

After breakfast what did we do, that's right more jumping, but this time we had Dolly and Chango join us

Allison and I finally took the time to open up our stockings and check out all our goodies

Look at my right hand and what do you see? That's a roll of quarters from Santa to help fill up my new growth chart bank that my Ninos gave me. Allison and I had fun dropping all those quarters in the big tube!

Allison standing on Uncle Ben and dropping quarters

"My turn again"

Trying out my new Mickey Mouse drum

"Oh My Goodness" Look at the 1500 different art supplies GG gave me.

I can't wait to play with what's inside this box. Uncle Kenny and Me are excited.

This toy might look familiar to Mommy and Daddy's friends because Poppy refurbished Uncle Kenny's scooter for me

Daddy teaching me how to ride the scooter

Let's ride the scooter through the house. Why not?

So happy to be back out on the trampoline

I think I'm going to like jumping on this everyday!

Tapping drumsticks together like the rockstars

Little drummer girl

Aunt Stacie, Allison, and her new 3 ft. Chango

Testing out my new pillow and Mommy caught me yawning

Doing my best to keep my eyes open on this busy day

Showing off Mommy's charm that represents me(look closely at my hand to see it)

Never can have too much play dough

Doesn't get much better than laying on a big box to open up a Christmas present. I was soooooo thrilled to receive Wall-E!

I love my new movie, Wall-E! I wanted to watch it right away.

Taking a break from opening presents to chill in my future home of all my play dough stuff!

Can never have enough balls to play with

Tennis anyone?

Trying out my new Dora couch from Grandpa

Napping on my new Dora couch before going to Uncle Kenny and Aunt Stacie's for more Christmas festivities

'Twas the night before Christmas......

2010-12-24T23:59:00.000-08:00

Not sure who was more excited today, Mommy, Daddy, or me! Our day was pretty normal with not much rushing around to do so Mommy was quite happy. Mommy and I did go to the mall to buy Mommy a new sweater to wear to church tonight. Mommy thought she was crazy, but we found a front row parking space and we were in out and of the mall with two sweaters within 20 minutes! Mommy knew we were going to have a great day! I took a nice long nap because Mommy and Daddy told me we were going to have a long night! After my nap, we all got dressed up for the childrens' Christmas Mass. I behaved pretty well at church. Allison and I had fun dancing and singing to the music of the childrens' choir. During mass, the priest asked whose birthday it was and I shouted out, "Baby Jesus." Mommy and Daddy were proud. After mass, I took Allison up to take a close look at the nativity. I told Mommy to take our picture and that I wanted it hung on my wall in my bedroom. After mass we went home to gather some presents and then head to Nina Nina Dia's for the rest of the night. Spending Christmas Eve at Nina Nina Dia's is an awesome family tradition that we all enjoy. We eat and play until midnight and then exchange gifts. Before leaving for Nina Nina Dia's house we left cookies and milk out for Santa and carrots for the reindeers. Nina Nina Dia's house was so fun! I received lots of fun new toys that I can't wait to play with. We came home close to 2 in the morning and I was fast asleep. I told Mommy and Daddy that tomorrow we would see if Santa came! Enjoy the photos from today and a short video clip.

Touching the trees by the nativity at church

Trying to get Allison to get closer to the nativity

The Daddies and their girls

The plate of Belgian cookies, carrots, and milk we left for Santa and the reindeer

Paying close attention to the treats we left to see if they'll be gone tomorrow

Lifting weights is fun:)

I checked on Pepe and Pinto, Nina Nina Dia's dogs, all night long

Playing ring around the Rosie with Allison

"We all fall down!" except me:)

Checking out what Allison got before opening my presents

So excited for another baby doll. "Hurry Daddy, please open it"

Allison's favorite toy of the night was her Minnie Mouse computer

Helping Allison push the buttons

"Mommy, this ducky lights up"

Opening my present with Daddy's help. I actually got tired of opening presents and I left some to open tomorrow.

Allison happy to be playing with her new computer from Nina Nina

Allison and I tried to sit together on Nina Nina's new frog seat

Silly Allison with her tongue sticking out

Boxes always make fun toys

Playing with Nina Nina Dia's fun weather vane

Grammy Linda, Nana, and Mommy enjoying Christmas Eve

Climbing up a box so I can slide down again

Allison had fun sliding down the box too

Here is a short video clip of me dancing along with my dancing Christmas tree. Watch closely as I try my best to dance exactly like the tree.

Lukken Good!

2010-12-22T20:37:00.000-08:00

I helped Poppy make the famous Lukken cookies today while Mommy went to the gym. The Lukken cookies are our Belgian tradition and they are a very yummy tradition. It takes a special iron to bake the cookies on and only two cookies at a time can be made. We have never met anyone who doesn't enjoy these cookies. The cookies are traditionally made around New Year's time because they are made for good luck! I plan to leave a couple of the Lukken cookies for Santa this year. I bet he'll love them like I do! Baking cookies is fun, but eating them is even better!

Watching Poppy closely as he puts the cookie dough on the iron

Poppy's taste tester.....the cookies passed the test!

Breakfast with Santa

2010-12-19T18:52:00.000-08:00

We went with Nana to church this morning and then enjoyed Poppy's pancakes for breakfast with Santa. I saw Santa from afar and that was close enough for me. Mommy and Daddy took their photos with Santa and Allison did too, but I didn't want to get close enough for a photo. I am also not feeling too well today so Mommy and Daddy didn't push for a photo! Poppy's pancakes sure were yummy though and good for my tummy! After breakfast we went home to lay low the rest of the day. Mommy and Daddy feel they may be getting whatever bug I have! Hope we are feeling better by the time Santa comes to visit our house!

Leading the way to breakfast, with my baby of course!

Allison and Uncle Kenny walking to breakfast to see Santa

Nana and Allison with Santa

Daddy and Santa

Mommy and Santa

Playing with our babies out in the sun after breakfast

Christmas with my Ninos

2010-12-18T22:10:00.000-08:00

My Ninos will be celebrating Christmas with Aunt "Brabra" (Barbara) this year in Maryland so we celebrated Christmas with them tonight! I couldn't wait for 3 o'clock to be here so I could play with Buster, their dog, and Squeakers, their cat. I love my Ninos and when I go to their house, I act as if it is my house. I roam around like I live there. My Ninos spoil me and if I ask them to walk up and down their staircase ten times, they do it! We ate some yummy snacks and exchanged gifts first. Then we ate Nino's yummy shrimp pasta. After dinner we all bundled up and went on a hayride through Winterhaven. We went back to my Nino's house for dessert and piano playing! I have been feeling under the weather these past few days, but I didn't let that stop me from having fun tonight! Thanks for a great night Nina and Nino! Enjoy the fun photos from tonight!

Dancing like the dancing tree that my Ninos gave me (Mommy is going to try and catch this on video soon because it's just too cute)

Can't get enough of the tree, I need to play it again

Allison wanted to join in the dancing fun too!

Opening presents takes concentration

I'm not in the mood for photos Mommy. Can't you see I'm busy?

Why use the door when you can use the doggie door?

Excited to see what was in the box that was taller than me

It's a bank and a growth chart all-in-one. Make sure you have quarters when you come to visit because I'll be asking for them:)

Practicing putting in quarters with my Nina

Everything is always fun when Nina is around!

Allison and I were in the mood to play outside before dinner.

This is a perfect stick for doing the limbo

"Go under guys"

Allison is good at doing the limbo

The gang waiting for the hayride!

Another shot of the gang, this time with Mommy in it!

Allison and Aunt Stacie taking a close look at the horses that pull the wagons

Daddy and Me taking a close look at the horses that pull the wagons

Grandpa Gary, Grammy Linda, Nina and Nino enjoying the hayride

Nina Nina, Uncle Paul, and Me on the hayride

Amie and Nina Nina

My #1 Ninos

Daddy and Me enjoying the sights and sounds of Winterhaven

Allison and Aunt Stacie all bundled up!

Nana and Nina Nina Dia had fun on the hayride too!

Fun times on our hayride!

Frank and Jesse were the horses that pulled our wagon

Time for a piano concert during dessert

Nina teaching me to play Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

I tried really hard to follow her

I wanted to play with Nina and Nino!

We sounded fabulous!

My new Santa!

2010-12-18T12:34:00.000-08:00

Some of you may know that someone came and stole our Santa from our front yard while we were fast asleep. I was very sad to see my Santa missing and all I keep saying is that "a bad person took my Santa away." I call our outdoor inflatables my friends. Every day when I hear them on I tell Mommy and Daddy that my friends our up and that I want to go see them. Nina Nina found a replacement Santa that stood four feet tall. While Daddy was shopping yesterday, he found an 8ft. Santa. Mommy and Daddy put the 8 ft. Santa up to surprise me and told me that Santa grew while I was sleeping. The 4 ft. Santa is now up in our back yard! I miss our old Santa, but I sure do love my new, big Santa! Click here to see what our Santa that got stolen looks like and call Mommy or Daddy if you see it in front of someone's yard!

"That is a big Santa"

Our new neighbor!

2010-12-16T18:28:00.000-08:00

The house next door will soon be occupied by a new neighbor! I can't wait for our new neighbor to move in. You may be thinking that our new neighbor must have children my age, but that is not the case! Our new neighbor is going to be G.G. That's right, my great grandma is moving next door to us! I can't wait. I already claimed one of her bedrooms to be mine! Every time I go outside, I point to G.G.'s house and run to ring the doorbell. G.G. hasn't moved in yet, but will be shortly! Today when I got home from the doctor's office, Mommy saw that the For Sale sign had been replace with a SOLD sign! This was a photo opportunity Mommy couldn't resist! The house next door has been SOLD to my G.G.!

Sold to G.G.

Dinner date with Mommy and Daddy

2010-12-14T21:06:00.000-08:00

Daddy came home early tonight since his student's are in finals and didn't have practice! Mommy and I were so excited to have Daddy home early that we decided to go on a dinner date! We had a blast and I behaved perfectly! Mommy and Daddy were so proud of me for staying in the booth, sitting in my booster seat, and eating all of my dinner! We continued to celebrate with dessert! Enjoy the photos from our date!

My and my baby at dinner

Mommy and Me at dinner

Getting kisses from Daddy is always fun!

Daddy and Me at dinner

Daddy and I making silly faces at Mommy

Yummy......Pizookie!

You scream, I scream, We all scream for ice cream!

Cirque Dreams: Illuminations

2010-12-11T23:11:00.000-08:00

Nina Nina Dia gave everyone tickets to see Cirque Dreams : Illuminations for Christmas. Mommy and Daddy decided to give it a try and take me to the show. I've seen Elmo on stage and Mickey Mouse, but this was my first show at Centennial Hall. The show didn't start until 8pm so Mommy and Daddy had me take a late nap so I would be awake for the show. I did better than Mommy and Daddy thought I would. Mommy had lots of snacks to keep me occupied, but the lollipop was really all that I needed. In the second half of the show Daddy had to walk me around in the lobby for about 5 minutes and then I asked to go back to our seats. Thanks for a great night Nina Nina Dia! I think I am going to like shows just like my Mommy and Daddy! I woke up the next morning asking Mommy, "You know what was fun about that show?" "I really liked all the people who did front flips and back flips!"

Daddy and I ready for the show

Walking with Daddy and Dolly to the show

Daddy, Mommy, and Me before the show

Let's go find our seats!

Mmmm, this lollipop sure is good!

Playing with my Uncle Kenny and Aunt Stacie before the show

Dancing with my Daddy during intermission

Nana with her two babies, Uncle Kenny and Mommy

Fun in the Stands and on the Court!

2010-12-09T22:46:00.000-08:00

I love going to Daddy's basketball games to cheer him on! I also love all the people I get to see and play with during the game! Auntie Melanie always lets me play with her purse and lets me wear her lipstick. I like it when Grandpa and Uncle Paul chase me on the court. I like eating snacks in the stands. Playing with my friend, Monica is always fun too. Tonight the game was at Catalina High School. Last year I danced on the court during halftime and the crowd went wild. You can click here to watch last year's performance. After the Catalina cheerleader's performed I went out on the floor to perform. Monica joined me out on the floor to perform! I love dancing just like my Mommy! Tonight made Mommy do nothing but smile as she watched her mini-me on the court! Daddy won tonight which made the game that much better! Enjoy the photos and the video at the end of my halftime performance!

Fun with Grandpa in the stands!

Cheesy smile to show off my lipstick thanks to Auntie Melanie

Juice always tastes good

Resting before my halftime performance

Cheering for the crowd!

Monica took over the court with our halftime show!

Enjoy this video clip of my halftime performance!

Christmas Photo Shoot: Take 2

2010-12-08T22:30:00.000-08:00

If you've been following the blog, then you know that our first photo shoot did not go as planned. Mommy was anxious to see if tonight's photo shoot would turn out better. Mommy made a 7:20pm appointment for photos with a photographer that we have had before. All day long Mommy reminded me that after dinner we would be going to take pictures and that Aleana would be our photographer. Mommy said that Aleana was her friend and would be better than the photographer we had last time. Mommy really hoped that I would like Aleana and smile for her since she was Mommy's friend. Mommy only knows Aleana from the picture place, but has always been pleased with her photos. When we arrived to the Picture People, Mommy introduced me to Aleana right away. I jumped up and down and told Aleana that I was ready for her to take my picture. Mommy knew that today's photo shoot would be a success at this point. We had to wait a very short time before it was our turn to smile. I went first and smiled for the camera. Aleana also snapped some family shots. Then I asked Daddy for a milkshake, since he promised me one for taking pictures. Daddy and I went for a milkshake while Allison danced and took her photos! We even got a great photo of the six of us, Mommy, Daddy, Me, Allison, Uncle Kenny, and Aunt Stacie! We were treated so much nicer today. Maybe it has something to do with the letter Mommy had written about our negative experience. Aleana made our night! While waiting to see our photos we went to visit Santa and play in the play area. We came home with great photos and appreciated the staff staying past their closing time so we could leave with our photos! YAHOO for photo shoot #2!

Spinning the chairs is fun while waiting for pictures

Allison had fun spinning on the chairs too!

Aleana played with me and made me laugh right away!

"Is it our turn yet, Mommy?"

"I ready Aunt Padi!"

Enjoying my milkshake

Having fun in my Christmas dress in the play area while waiting to see our photos!

Allison loves to play on the slide like me!

"Peek-a-boo Daddy"

Wherever Allison goes, Chango goes too!

The whole gang - Uncle Kenny, Aunt Stacie, Allison, Me, Daddy, and Mommy

Daddy, Mommy, and Me

"Say, Cheese"

My third Christmas

Mommy and Daddy's girl

Allison

Playing peek-a-boo with the tree

Christmas Photo Shoot: Take 1

2010-12-04T20:09:00.000-08:00

Today we were scheduled for our Christmas Photo Shoot. Mommy and Daddy had been preparing me all week and asking me to show them how I was going to smile and pose for the pictures. I don't always care to have my picture taken which is why all the prepping was needed. This morning I woke up excited knowing it was picture day and that if I did well I would get a milkshake and possibly have lunch at Peter Piper Pizza to celebrate the great photos. Uncle Kenny, Aunt Stacie, and Allison were scheduled for the photo session with us. We arrived on time to Picture People in the mall and the studio was filled. Our appointment was at 10:40am. They didn't call our name until around noon. By this time, Allison and I were a little tired of waiting. We told the photographer what we wanted out of our session and decided to try taking my photos first. She wanted me to kneel in the sled, but I didn't understand and she decided to try and bend my legs for me. That was it! I didn't like the lady and I didn't want to smile for anything or have my photo taken. Mommy and Daddy tried everything to get at least one shot, but it didn't work. Allison didn't want to take her photo either. We all left very upset and went to Texas Roadhouse for lunch. After lunch we went to see the photos and they were sad looking. Our photographer plus making us wait over an hour was not a good combination for us. We came home without any photos. Mommy was bummed the rest of the day! We have another session scheduled for Wednesday night with a photographer Mommy likes so cross your fingers they turn out better! Below are the photos Mommy took while we waited for our session!

Coloring with Daddy helps pass the time

"You do it like this Daddy"

Showing Allison how to color

Matching numbers and shapes

Aunt Stacie and I tried to help a little boy smile for his photos while waiting to get ours taken

Pretty in red waiting for my turn

Go Panthers Go!

2010-12-03T22:00:00.000-08:00

Daddy's team played 3 games this week and won all of them! We are so proud of Daddy and his team. Tonight at Pueblo, Allison and I had fun keeping Uncle Kenny busy and cheering for the Panthers! Basketball games are so much fun! It's been a busy week for Daddy, but a very good week! Way to go Panthers! Keep up the good work!

Smiling with Uncle Kenny and Allison

Best Friends!

Uncle Paul and Me!

My Nina and Me

Allison and Chango cheering for "Uncle Bon"

Do we look innocent?

Running to Daddy after the game is the best!

I love my Daddy!

Haircuts are fun!

2010-12-03T17:35:00.000-08:00

Mommy has been wanting to get my hair trimmed for a couple of months, but I haven't wanted to let anyone cut it. Lately I have been pretending to cut everyone's hair. I ask for a dollar first and then I cut Mommy and Daddy's hair. Mommy has been showing me that haircuts don't hurt by pulling my hair and showing me what the hair stylist will do. Today when Nana came over to watch me I told her I wanted to get my haircut. Nana wanted a haircut too so she called to see if "Brabra" was working. I call Nana's hair stylist "BraBra", but her name is Barbara. Barbara asked my Nana who would get their haircut first. Nana told her to call my name. When Brabra called my name I said, "I'm ready." I sat in the chair all by myself like a big girl and got my haircut. I had a lollipop to help keep me occupied. Getting a haircut doesn't hurt at all and is lots of fun! I really like getting my haircut!

Sitting in the chair like a big girl

I stayed nice and still the whole time

My friend Brabra, Nina Nina Dia, and Me

A quick visit to see Santa

2010-11-29T21:21:00.000-08:00

We had dinner tonight with Uncle Kenny since he wasn't here for Thanksgiving. Afterwards he wanted to take Allison and I to see Santa. Daddy was at practice so he didn't get to join us. Monday night was a great night to go to the mall as there was hardly anyone there. No one was in line to see Santa so we had the little village in the middle of the mall all to ourselves. Allison and I threw our wishes in the mailbox and felt snow fall on us. We checked the naughty or nice machine and it read that I was very nice. Then it was time to see Santa. I had no problem talking to him or standing close to him, but I didn't want to sit on his lap. Mommy tried and Santa tried, but it didn't work. Maybe next time.

Allison and I getting ready to send our wishes in the mailbox

Pushing the button to see if I've been naughty or nice

"I want a train this big"

Allison yelled, "Hi Santa!"

Mommy tried to sneak a photo with Uncle Kenny and Allison, but I just didn't feel like it.

Talking to Santa

My new train!

2010-11-27T22:03:00.000-08:00

I love trains just like my Nina Nina Dia. Daddy and I have wanted a train for under our tree and Mommy bought us one yesterday. Daddy and I put it up today and I haven't stopped playing with it. I even laid down with my baby doll to show her the train and explain how it works. I am really liking this holiday season and can't wait to show everyone my train.

Look at my train go around the tree!

Teaching my baby about the train

Mommy loves this photo of me, my baby, and my new train

'Tis the season for............................

2010-11-27T20:09:00.000-08:00

BASKETBALL!!!!!! Daddy's team played in a Thanksgiving tournament to kickoff their season. His team played 5 games in 6 days! We went to all of them to cheer Daddy and his team on. We ended the tournament 4-1. Our only loss was to Salpointe, Mommy's alma mater. Every time there was a time out and there was music playing, I would start dancing for the crowd. My favorite move was to turn my back to the crowd and shake my booty:). I also enjoyed getting to eat snacks such as licotish(licorice) and popcorn. I love cheering on Daddy's team and am so proud of how they have kicked off the season. Stay tuned to see how Daddy's team does this year. Enjoy the photos below from the 5 games this week!

Proud little Panther

Cheering loud for Daddy

Big good luck hug for Daddy

Look at my feet. I love jumping up and down to cheer.

Dancing in the stands with Uncle Paul

Shaking my booty for the crowd

Little dance moves

Watch out for this Panther

Sitting watching the game and waiting for my chance to get up and dance again

Yay for licotish! (licorice)

Yummy!

Let's go Panthers!

Sharing yummy nachos with Daddy after a great win!

Making friends with the high school students so they'll share their M&M's with me

The court is open so it's my turn to play!

This popcorn sure is good!