Wordless Wednesday

Santa Claus is Coming to Town!

He's making a list, and checking it twice.
Gonna find out who's naughty and nice!

Saturday, we took the girls to see Santa. Bucky had seen that he was coming to the feed store in Auburn. So, we went right after Shelby's nap. It was pretty crowded but the line moved fast. Shelby wasn't too sure about him. But the ladies distracted her and we were able to get some good pictures. And they even gave us a free one! Beats the mall where packages start at $30, right? Claire sat in his lap and told him she wanted "a Belle costume, a pink Ariel costume, and a Rapunzel costume." She didn't forget to tell what a Shelby wanted either. A Rudolph hair bow. Pretty specific. After that, we went to a local farmer's market and got our beautiful Christmas tree. I didn't take any pictures there. After lunch and naps, we decorated our tree and watched Christmas movies. What a great day!

Note: Sorry for the clump of posts. Since Shelby is crawling now, I can't get ANYTHING done while she is awake :)

Clara's Tea Party

Making headbands
Can you feel the excitement?

Natalie and Carla

Making bracelets

Reading the Nutcracker

Mesmerized!

Admiring the beautiful tree

My sweet Claire Bear

Some of the cast of the Nutcracker

Getting their second wind after a bag full of candy!

Last Friday night, I took Claire to an event hosted by East Alabama Ballet. It was a really cute night called Clara's Tea Party. We got all dressed up and picked up our best friends, Carla and Natalie. We went to Saguhattchee Country Club, just me and Claire! It was very fun for me because I rarely get to do things one on one with her. So, I soaked up every moment! I think Claire did too. We made hairbands, bracelets, and candy bags. And ate chicken fingers and desserts. And best of all, read the Nutcracker and talked to some of the real ballerinas. It was very fun and very girly!

Thanksgiving 2011

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving at our house. Due to the Auburn/Alabama game, we have been able to host just about every other year. I actually worked on Thanksgiving from 8-2 which is the easiest money I've ever made. My Mom and Dad came Thursday, sister came Friday, and brother came Saturday. It was fun to have all of the kids together. Shelby enjoyed the entertainment and extra attention. Claire enjoyed playing with Kate and Caroline. Bucky enjoyed making a campfire and have a low country boil. And I enjoyed good food and time with my family. We have so much to be Thankful for including our wonderful family and friends!

Homecoming 2011

Aubie in the Homecoming parade

Watching the parade.

It was pretty chilly!

Future Auburn cheerleaders or Tiger Paws?

Claire's Class

Two bits, Four bits, Six bits a dollar. All for Auburn, stand up and holler!

The week of homecoming, Aubie and the cheerleaders came to Claire's school. Shelby and I were able to attend as well. It was a really fun pep rally. Shelby and I actually got stuck up there during the tornadoes that came through. Thankfully, we were all safe. We also went to the homecoming parade. It was pretty cold. But, Claire loved seeing the floats and Shelby loved her shakers!

8 Months Old

These pictures are as good as it gets. And it took two tries! Shelby was trying to dive out of the chair! Anyways, she still almost crawling. And we moved her mattress all the way down so she is pulling up on it too. So I would say the one major change this month was mobility! Still no teeth and still about the same on sleeping. Shelby is still nursing. I am thankful that I have been able to continue and see how it has helped her. She has never been sick (thank God) and is growing and developing right on schedule. She has also become more vocal. She screams/squeals as a way to get Claire's attention. We have developed a nice little morning routine that I really enjoy with both girls. We are really looking forward to Thanksgiving this week and seeing our families. We sure do have a lot to be thankful for.

On the verge...

Of crawling!

Shelby is so proud of herself for almost crawling. I have no doubt that by her 8 month post, she will be doing so. She also learned to clap. It is funny how she is hitting milestones at almost the exact same time Claire did (not that I compare them)! I try not to wish her stages by because she is growing up so fast! I am about to put my game face on.