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I decided to make the move.

What's a post without a picture? This is currently my favorite picture of Peyton. Doesn't she look so sweet! Love her!

Sweet baby

I finally have a not me monday

I have been following Mckmama's blog for a while. She does a blog carnival called Not me! Mondays, it's a chance for mom's to confess things they "did not" do. This is my first time joining in on the fun.

Peyton and I went to the zoo last week to celebrate her 9 month birthday. When we got to the zoo Peyton had a poopy diaper. I decided to just change her in the back of the Jeep so I didn't have to stand in line and wait for the stall with the changing table. I most certainly did not have to pour some of Peyton's water from her sippy cup on to a burp cloth and use that to clean her bottom. I would never forget to pack wipes. I am always prepared, and have my ducks in a row.

The other day Cory, Peyton and I went to Target to spend my gift card money that I received for mother's day from Cory's parents. I did not realize that I had my pants on inside out as we were walking through the doors. Who puts their pants on inside out? I for one have not, would not, could not. I also have not had to ban myself from Target. I have complete self control when going to Target, and never leave the store with a new outfit or toy for Peyton. 

On Saturday Tony  took family pictures of us at the Botanical Gardens. When he jokingly said to stick Peyton in a log I did not swoop my daughter up and stick her legs through a log hole. Old logs are dirty, and who knows why kind of creepy crawlers are hiding in there. I would never subject my baby to the unknown of a hollow log. You will not find incredible cuteness below.

9 month appointment

Peyton had a great appointment! We switched pediatricians. The office is brand new, and so much nicer than the one we went to before. The staff was so much better too. I loved the two nurses Peyton had, and her doctor is great!! 

Of course everyone thought Peyton was adorable, and super sweet. She smiled at everyone, and didn't even cry when she got her shots! She got one in each leg, and the nurses did it at the same time. Peyton did make a sad face, but it was so quick that as soon as I picked her up she was smiling at the nurses. The doctor was very pleased with her. She asked if Peyton was always this easy going, and I said yes, thanks to my great parenting. : ) jk. 

I loved going to the doctor when I was pregnant because my doctor always said everything was perfect and I was in great shape. She didn't even hate on the 50 pounds I gained. Probably because I was so awesome in everything else. Haha! JK But now I love taking Peyton to the doctor because she is so healthy and always has a perfect stamp of approval. Ha. Ridiculous I know, but it's true. It just makes me feel good. I know she's bound to get sick one of these days, but for now I will just brag.

Now for the stats:

Weight: 19lbs 4 oz I think this was the 90th percentile . She said a little above average, but I didn't see the actual %...it could have been 75%

Height: 28 3/4 inches 75%

Head: 181/4 inches and I think this was in the 90th percentile as well. 

I was actually surprised. I thought for sure Peyton was at least 20 pounds. She's still a big girl, but she's definitely slowing down.

And if this post didn't have enough AWing here are two more things that make my heart grow and sing.

I heart faces -week 17 "hats"

I'm taking Erica's advice and entering Peyton's picture in the i heart faces contest. This week the topic is "hats".  Everyone is welcome to join in on the fun. Just visit their blog and to find out next weeks topic. Thanks for introducing me to this site, Erica!

So here it is. My first entry. Sweet little Peyton, 9 months old.

9 months old!

Our baby is growing up! At 9 months Peyton can say "mama" and "dada" and she knows what they mean. We're not sure if she is really say "hey" and "hi". She can crawl!! : ) We are so proud of her. She started crawling on Sunday. She's already trying to pull up on some things, but hasn't gotten it yet. She is doing really with table foods. She LOVES chicken. She'll only eat green beans if they're from a can. Even though we're letting her try more table foods she will still eat her purees...nothing green though. ha! She still is as sweet as ever and laughs and smiles all the time! Her 9 month appointment is on thursday, so I'll update with her stats then. To celebrate her "birthday" she and I went to the zoo and the botanical gardens. Here are some pictures!

This one is my favorite! I wish I could get it on canvas. 

Peyton likes to scrunch up her nose and blow air out really hard and fast. It reminds me so much of Kayley's little scrunchy smiles when she was a baby!

Possibly boring for you, but I think they're fabulous!

March 31, 2009

April 1st, 2009

April 2, 2009

Today. May 4, 2009

Yesterday

Peyton's cradle cap came back, so last night I greased her up with baby oil before her bath. Here she is sporting a fauxhawk. 

A lovely patch of carrots on her cheek.

Being cute and silly.

Her cute little chubby legs.

She loves standing up, and holding on to the futon. She thinks she's so big, and quite awesome for being able to stand up all by her self.

Laughing and listening to her daddy play the banjo.