Granny Sue's visit

Granny Sue, we miss you! It was so great having GS here for just over three weeks. Reese LOVED her special time with her Granny and she was such a huge help to Scott and I. Scott was busy studying for finals and playing hockey so it was great to have some extra help around the house. I basically had a three week vacation which I must say was pretty nice! Of course Granny came with lots of treats for Reese which she loved, especially her tent/tunnel and backpack full of buddies. Also, gave Scott and I a chance to get out a few times for dinner and drinks which is always a treat. Oh and I can't forget to mention Granny's awesome cleaning skills, our place was sparkling by the time she left. We had so much fun with you and appreciate all your help, thank you so much for coming GS, we love you!

15 months

Time sure flies by when you're chasing around a toddler! 15 months has come and gone in the blink of an eye. Reese is so busy these days, it's an effort just to keep up. We're not sure about her stats because things are done a little differently here in Wales but rest assured the girl is definitely a growing! She is starting to talk more and more but sticks to simple things like hi and bye. She knows her animal sounds (dog, cat, monkey, cow, sheep, lion, and snake) and usually obliges when you ask her what each says. We have a short video of it so will try and post soon. She's always on the move and loves to play hide and seek, peek-a-boo, read her books, kiss all of her 'buddies', talk on all of her phones and dance to music. Oh and did I forget to mention about her feisty little attitude. She will definitely let you know when she isn't getting what she wants, mini tantrums and all. Hoping those are just a phase but have a feeling it's just the beginning!

Christmas in Wales

We woke up bright and early Christmas morning to do stockings which Reese attacked as soon as she got in the living room! She tore right into hers....and ours too. We had homemade cinnamon rolls with our coffee then moved on to presents. Reese was really into opening gifts this year, pulling paper off of any and everything. After gifts, we enjoyed bacon brunch for breakfast then took a long afternoon snooze, all three of us. We celebrated Christmas dinner with friends which is always nice, especially when we can't be home.

Here are a few pics- Reese writing a letter to Santa, stockings, opening stockings, hanging with her buddies Laura and Stu, and posing with sweet little Blakely in front of the tree.