Could I Be Any Cooler?

That's definitely what Nina is thinking as she rides around in the cool pink car (on loan from Emme). It's a totally different world for her than riding in the stroller - quite a bit more fun!!

Move Over Paris Hilton...

...there's a new girl in town!

11 Months Old

Nina turned 11 months old today. It's hard to believe that almost a year has passed. At this point, Nina is really a busy little girl. She wants to be on the move all the time, and she is becoming more and more of a little copycat of what she sees us doing. She has become quite the little companion who chatters to me all day (about what, I don't know), and rather quickly, "baby Nina" has turned into a little girl.

Loves the Slide

Nina really likes slides. Whether they're small or a little big, she really has fun on them. Although she likes Mark to catch her at the bottom, she doesn't want any help getting started down the slide. She likes to get going all by herself. Here is a little video of her trip down the slide:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GEOIdSvlA4

VT Day

Since yesterday was a day for the nation to support and remember Virginia Tech by wearing Hokie colors, Shenley, Emme, Nina, and I got decked out in our VT gear and met up with our favorite Hokie. In a time when so many others are hurting from their loss, we feel especially lucky that Bo was not involved in that terrible scene. Thanks to everyone that called and emailed to see if he was ok - it's really nice to know how many people had him in their thoughts.

Back at Home

We took these pictures this morning after Nina had a slumber party at Emme's house. She got up from her nap and was quite enthralled with watching a video of herself on our computer.

Very Cute Video

Nina had kind of a rough day today. She finally cut through one of her top teeth, but she paid the price with a fever and feeling under the weather most of the day. She did revive this evening to provide us with this very cute video. Evidentally, blocks falling off her head are quite funny!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCVrzufKlMw

Easter

While the Easter weather was less than what we hoped for (freezing, actually), we really enjoyed the time with family, having Bo home for the weekend, and Mark back from the long pre-season. The girls enjoyed the Easter egg hunt and the first annual bunny cake.

Ready to Party

After being cooped up today with the dreary, cold weather, Nina was ready to party this evening when we headed out to Chuck E. Cheese for a birthday party. From the moment we got there, she was captivated by the large group of balloons for the twins' birthday party, and when she was given a balloon of her own, she never let go of it the whole night. She really enjoyed herself at the party - walking around carrying the balloon, trying to keep up with the bigger kids, and all the lights and music were quite a bit of entertainment for the senses. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ai_W8MW9N1Q

Miss Curious

A Visit to Hartfield

With Mark still travelling for preseason, Nina and I decided to join my mom and dad for a few days in Hartfield to escape the first weekend of our house on the market. Nina took a wagon ride, followed Cobi around, and got to check out some new scenery. We enjoyed the company and the relaxing time away.

Exploring the Outdoors

Since we're getting some beautiful spring weather, Nina and I have been outside much more. She wasn't too sure about walking in the grass at first, but now she's more accustomed to the uneven terrain and new sensations of the grass.

Friends

...at least most of the time anyway.

Dinner Out

Since Mark left for Mexico today, my mom and dad invited Nina and I out to dinner for some company. Nina loves all the attention she gets from Mousey and Poppy, and she also learned that she loves to chew on celery!

Busy Girl

All Nina wants to do all day long is walk, walk, walk!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74-w0SyyDl8

Almost 10 Months

Nina will turn 10 months old tomorrow. She really is a lot of fun and very cute these days.

Fun With Emme

Shenley and Emme came over on Friday, and Emme and Nina had so much fun dancing and chasing each other around!

Sleeping Beauty

Well, maybe not...This is Nina after a trip to the doctor's office and a round of shots. Nina (who isn't known for being a good napper) slept for almost 3 hours!

Such a Big Girl

At 9.5 months, Nina seems like much more of a little girl than a baby. She keeps us entertained with her antics, and she loves to use her pointer finger on everything. She has gotten the hang of walking around on her own now, and she doesn't need us there to coax her, so now she's really on the move. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YuRgx6u82T0
We're definitely enjoying this stage of her development!

At the Beach