Happy Halloween!!!

Anna awaits the Great Pumpkin...

We're looking forward to trick-or-treating at Grandma's and Great-Grandma's tomorrow!!

Go Hoos Go!!

Anna did AMAZINGLY well at her first tailgate- we were prepared to stay however long she let us- and we decided to leave at halftime only because we didn't want to spoil such a great day! Anna was a trooper- she met new people, hung out in the sun longer than she has her entire life, and tolerated the incredible noise in the stadium. She actually fell asleep with about 5 minutes left in the first half, but we didn't want to push her too far and pay for it later. UVA ended up losing (they were winning 20-0 when we left!) so maybe we took the goodluck charm with us??? Ooops.

I had a great birthday- couldn't have asked for better weather- cool and crisp but warmed by the sun!! Days like today remind me why I love the fall (and the fact that my birthday happens to be in this season). I got to spend it with my family, including Lola (it was great to see you twice in one day!) who is recovering well from having multiple cardiac stents placed earlier this week. I had 2 birthday cakes- one from Lola (my favorite kind-pound cake with buttercream frosting from Ukrop's) and another from Lee and Megan at the tailgate (my second favorite-chocolate with buttercream frosting from Ukrop's!) Anna gave me a book/dvd about using sign language with infants to encourage early communication. I can't wait to see her use some signs!!

John and the baby Wahoo

It's hard to appreciate it in this picture, but the bow in her hair is orange and blue...I know, why is she a Cavalier fan? Because it's IN-STATE! Think in-state tuition vs. out-of-state tuition! If we lived in NC, you know she would only be allowed to dress in Carolina blue! :) So we're priming her early...we'll hang onto these pictures for her college application!

What do we have here?

Another teething toy!

This past weekend we had a good time visiting Mimi and Pops for the golf tournament in Greensboro. The weather could have been better, but Anna wasn't planning on going to the golf course anyway, so it was ok. We were happy Davis Love won!! Go Carolina boy!

Here's a picture of Anna in her golf outfit

What you can't see are the little golf ball buttons- one on the top of her hat, others on the back of the neck- so cute!!

Thanks for all the snuggle time, Mimi and Pops!! Looking forward to Thanksgiving!

A fun weekend!

Anna's first hayride!!

We had a great weekend! On Saturday, we went to a barbecue held by one of John's cardiac surgeons. He has a gorgeous farm overlooking the James...there was a bluegrass band, barbecue, hayrides, and wonderful weather to enjoy it all! Anna did great considering her afternoon nap was in the car and lasted only 10 minutes.

On Sunday morning, Anna had a fun bath.

After her bath, we updated her room. Many thanks to Mimi for finishing the letters!! They look so cute in her room, and I know Anna will know how to spell her name in no time!

On Sundayafternoon, Anna's favorite surrogate aunt came to visit! Anna showed Aunt Lara her Halloween costume since she'll be in Madagascar for the big event. (Do they do Halloween in Madagascar??) We had a fun time playing with Aunt Lara. Mommy had a good time getting out to see Jonah Werner in concert!

Travel safe, Aunt Lara, we can't wait to see you again!