Goo Goo for Gaga

We were watching "So You Think You Can Dance" tonight and Lady Gaga came on to perform.  Avery took one look at her and said, "That's a strange Barbie!"

Monarchs on the Milkweed

One of my favorite summer rituals.

 

The Big One

We had a backyard party for Chloe's first birthday on Saturday, with friends and family gathering to celebrate and enjoy barbecue, cake, presents and lots of fun. It was a beautiful afternoon that stretched into the night, long past when the Birthday Girl had gone to sleep.

We're so lucky to have our sweet little Chloe, and even more so to have such wonderful people surrounding her. Happy Birthday, my little love bug.

Look out world; it's my birthday!

Making an entrance

Little Miss Mae's Day!

Happy 1st Birthday to our little pumpkin Chloe Mae! Chloe woke up early this morning, eager to start the day. As Michael and I tried to keep snoozing, she crawled between us, looking in our faces and saying "hi" over and over. It was like she knew it was her day and couldn't wait to enjoy it.

Chloe is such a sweet, happy person, and we love having her in our lives. It's been amazing watching her grow over the past twelve months (already walking like a champ!), and we can't wait to see what she has in store for us!

Here's a picture from her celebration at Irene's today: