Baby Showers

While Ella and I were in Maine my family and friends surprised me with a wonderful baby shower on Great Diamond Island in Casco Bay. We had dinner on the lawn of Diamond's Edge restaurant and enjoyed the ocean views.

A view of the bay from the ferry.

On the lawn of Diamond's Edge restaurant where we ate dinner.

My sisters and mother.

LOVE the lobster socks!

My mom knit this for baby boy!

My friends in Alabama also threw me a surprise baby shower! It feels so wonderful to have such caring friends after living here such a short time! I want to especially thank Ben and Crystal for arranging this. They are a true blessing to our family!

My friends and neighbors.

The invitation.

Casey came to say hello at the very end.

Riding a Horse

When we were in Maine we visited with many family members. While visiting with my Aunt Melanie and Uncle Galen, Elle had a chance to ride one of their horses. Although she didn't show much emotion at the time she did enjoy it. She keeps talking about the next time she will be able to ride one of the "horsies" again.

Me and my D.D. Dolls

For those of you who know Ella, you know she LOVES Dora (D.D. in our house). Today after nap I noticed she was collecting all of her Dora stuffed animals and dolls and putting them in a pile. I could not resist taking a picture of her with them. Look how happy she is!

I didn't realize it at the time but she even has a Dora band aid on her arm. :)

Gracie's Birthday Party

During our trip to Maine Ella went to her cousin's fourth birthday party at a dance studio. All the girls danced for a long time and enjoyed yummy cupcakes and ice cream. It was such a fun time and everyone was dressed beautifully!

Ella and her cousin Sydney say "Cheese" for the camera!

Cousin Grace the birthday girl. :)

All of the girls who went to Gracie's party!