Warm coats, gloves and UGGS! They are so cute at this size. Actually, everything is cute at your age.  Jordan’s, UGGS, parka jackets, and vests… everything. Play-Doh is one of your favorite toys so we made sure to make that one of your Christmas presents.

We took you for a trip down to Candy Cane lane in Torrance to where not only was it your first time but mine as well.  Neighborhood full of beautiful homes decked out in the most extravagant Christmas lights and decorations.  You had a really good time seeing all the lights and also getting to visit Santa Clause!  Hopefully we can make this a yearly thing and another one of our family traditions.

First year Pumpkin, second year Pooh!

This time we are all able to walk through the neighborhood and trick or treat together. Still a girl with very little to say but always full of joy. Ava Joy!!

 

 

I remember this day being one of the first times I ventured the outside world with you ALONE!

Galleria Mall eating one of your favs, mushrooms and rice! The introduction to your “sass” begins.

Mommy: Umm, this is actually mommy’s venture with Ava to the galleria mall!!

  

You are cute. Super cute. I love playing with you.  That’s all I can say at the moment 🙂

Your latest trick! You wink and melt our hearts! You’ve reached a stage to where you show more expression and know how to be silly. 🙂

 

 

Very big day, very big occasion. You are now 1! Just like a wedding you have TWO different outfits.  One for the formal festivities and one for the “after” party. 🙂 You looked amazing and I really love how Grandma did your hair. Friends and family joined us from all across the way and had a really good time celebrating YOU.

From good food, good entertainment and good company.  Everything went as planned and will be a day we all celebrated well.

 

So this year will be the first year Lisa will be sharing her first Mother’s day! Well… technically 2nd, since you were alive and kicking in her tummy at this time last year.

Your smiles, laughter and HAIR melts our hearts and brings SOOO much joy into our lives! You are OUR blessing!

 

So i guess this is the “norm”.  Taking professional pictures for your first birthday.  We set this up with a photographer at a local park to capture some pictures of you for your very first birthday.  Perfect California weather, not too hot or cold and you were in a good mood throughout.

The rocking dog was not yours and just a prop. But, the doll on ground next to you was the very first doll we got you. Her name is Lola. Hopefully she can be one of your child hood treasures that you can keep for a long time to cherish.

 

 

We’ve learned to test out the waters much more these days.  Although still a challenge, going out isn’t that daunting of a task. Still on STRICT timing and scheduling, we still manage to make thing work.  🙂

Your little squeak toy below is named Sophie, which is you current favorite.

Work is seriously taking a toll on your Daddy. I dont like having to leave you and Mommy on your own.  Not only do I miss you both, I feel like I should be there to help support the both of you.  Mommy is awesome being able to do what she does while I’m away 🙂

I am currently looking for a new job so that I can be home there with you both all the time.

Month of Love. For that is what you bring! Ava our Love!  Beautiful long flowing hair. Beautiful cute chubby cheeks. Beautiful smile and personality! We celebrated your first Valentine’s Day and I wanted you to know that this year and every year after, my heart belongs to you!… Oh, and some to Mommy too.

This will be your OFFICIAL first FULL year of existence! 🙂 Lets try and make this a healthy and happy year full of good surprises!

 

So this would technically be your first holiday season! You show more expression. You make sounds.  Not really at an age of appreciation of the holidays.  But you do like the pretty lights from our Christmas tree.  You are the greatest gift any of us could’ve received and I couldn’t ask for anything more.

    

 

So its been such a roller coaster of a ride these past months! Everything is new, everything is intense, everything is just non stop! 🙂

You have our FULL attention.. We’re talking EVERY single minute of the day revolves around YOU.

Welcome to YOUR World! Hahaha

As you can see from the pictures, you have reached a milestone in not only reaching 100 days (Dol) but also learning to sit up all on your own!

So hardly anytime to do anything especially post. But here is a quick update in the first few months so far. 2 X 2 shifts. Meaning you sleep for about two hours. Wake for two consists of enough time to eat, pee/poop, diaper change, play for a little, share love, then rock away back to sleep. Then repeat.  5 minutes of sleep is heaven.

 

We love you! Words cant describe the feelings we felt on your arrival. Your mom was very brave and amazing throughout your delivery!

You have and will forever change how our lives are now lived.

For our love for you is undeniable, unselfish and unconditional!

Welcome to our world!

19 inches 6 LBS 8 OZ. (3:58 pm)

 

So this is it, our baby is HERE! You finally did it!  I just really wanted to say that I am truly proud of you and what you have endured these past 9 months.  9 months!! Can you believe it has been that long already? Thank you for being amazing and not going all preg-zilla on me.  I WILL definitely miss your belly and all the quirks it has brought to you.  I tried my best to support and be there as much as i can for you and hope that I fulfilled my husbandry duties.  BTW I just wanted to let you know that throughout your WHOLE entire pregnancy you NEVER looked pregnant … from the back! 🙂 AND didn’t gain any back fat! Also, I do get jealous when your nighttime intimate moments are most often shared with … our toilet. lol  This is going to be a very exciting and learning experience for us, but know deep down that you and me both can endure any challenge that we face.  One thing is for sure, I will continually work hard on being the most caring, nurturing and supportive father and HUSBAND I possibly can.  You will be a great mother! You already are, that’s why. lol We both can agree it will NOT be easy, but babe, WE can do this!  So it begins! To our new friends.  Stuff animals, baby bottles, diapers and wipes.  Not to forget watermelon.  It was there when you needed him most.  Sometimes more then once a day.  😛 Also, to all the other fruit.  Don’t forget to thank them all for their ongoing support. lol Nine months! Do you remember the day we found out? The day the doctor made it official? The first sonogram, and the first 3D sonogram? The discovery of the sex!! Which your reaction becomes more memorable!  I wish us more moments to add to the wonderful memories we already have. This is truly the beginning of something new and I couldn’t be any happier.  I love you more then I can ever remember.  I wish us the best and pray for a healthy and good delivery! “I see you. I hear you. What you say, matters to me.” 🙂 Let’s do this babe!!

– Kris