How Big is Anna?

We are home and recovering from a very long couple of days back in Cincy. We had time to visit with a few friends, family, and of course Anna. The occasion was my little brother's wedding, but there was time with our beautiful niece too. Anna is almost eleven months now and staring her first birthday right in the eye. While home I was able to see my friend Natalie for the first time in almost two years. It's crazy how time gets away from you, but she also got to meet Anna for the first time! They hit it off amazingly well. Anna even broke Nat right in and spit up while Nat was holding her! Anna's Grandma Lynne has bought her this toy with all the farm animals and they make their respective noises. Her favorite is the pig, and Anna is learning how to imitate all the animal sounds. Her biggest trick is asking her how big she is and then she throws her hands in the air. When she does we tell her she is so big and she has the greatest smile with all five of her teeth! My favorite Anna impersonation is when you ask her what a dog says, she doesn't answer, she just moves her lips and gets this inquisitive look. It says, "I know what a doggie says, don't you? Let me show you." Well, I realize I could ramble for a long time about how she is doing, how big she is getting, etc, but I'll let the pictures tell the story. Enjoy.

Anna giggling at her silly Uncle Josh as he plays with her.

Anna loving on her Uncle Josh. Boy does she love her juice and water combo!

Anna has no idea, but in this picture Uncle Josh and Aunt Mel are plotting ways to make her a spoiled brat! We are trying to come up with ways to make life for mommy and daddy harder. This was the day after her mommy and daddy got hitched.

How pretty is this little girl!? Everyone, notice the bow!!!