First time in 9 years..

I've been feeling a little "off" lately.  For the past 9 years I have dreaded and at the same time have had anticipation during this time of year.  All teachers know what I'm talking about...the end of another short summer and start to an exciting school year with new little faces.  Let me start off by saying that I am so grateful and beyond excited to be home with our little girl but at the same time I am missing the "loss" of getting my classroom ready, writing new names on name tags, sorting supplies, meet the teacher night, convocation, bonding with my team, and believe it or not the sleepless nights that lead up to the first day.  I love almost everything about teaching.  I know that I can always go back to the classroom but for now I'm supposed to be here at home. None the less...it's still leaving my heart a little sad. 
But this face makes everything all better...

One of the most special parts of being home with our girl together is that I get to watch the relationship that The Mr. is building with our sweet pea.  They are buddies,  Best buddies.  She lights up every time he talks....oh,  her smile just melts us.   Nothing in the world quite like it.

I'm so blessed to have both of these souls in my life. 
Even though the past few weeks have been ridiculously hot we were able to go to a morning one year old bday party.  We stayed in the shade and had so much fun celebrating.

Here's a few things that we've been doing the past month.
Reading lots of books

 shopping for groceries and practicing sitting in a cart 

Play dates with my friend

 learning how to sit up on my own and playing my piano for Ollie boo

 we made a silly shadow box for fav doctor....never a dull moment when we are there

 sleeping like there's not a worry in the world

In just a few days out sweet pea will be 5 months old.  How is this possible?~?~  I feel like time is playing a mean trick on me and going too quickly that I can't savor each moment.  I guess that's what pictures are for...and Lord knows that I take and post them mercilessly.  Next up,  5 month picts!