Too much fun!

It's been quite a while since I've had time to sit down and write...

Since my last post I have been a travelin' baby! On Friday the 16Th Grandma Schafer and Auntie Linda brought mommy, daddy, and me to the airport so that we could go visit the rest of the Frankwick family in Wisconsin. All week mom had been anxious about our trip, so I was on my best behavior. We reached the airport around 11pm and had to go through all sorts of security. Can you believe they made mom take me out of my comfy stroller??? After what seemed like hours we finally were able to sit down on the plane. I got to sit in my own seat like a big girl until some wierdo came and I had to move to mom's lap.

I don't remember much of the flight because I slept the WHOLE time. I don't know why everyone was so worried about me flying...

We arrived in Minnesota at 6am and Uncle Shawn was there to greet us. It was sure great to see him! He had his new ride all cozy and warm so I fell asleep the whole drive to Wisconsin. When we reached Grandma's house I was overwhelmed; there were so many people there to see me! Grandma Frankwick, Uncle Brad (whom I was meeting for the first time), even Grandpa Schafer and Mikey were out here from California!!!

I felt like a queen at Grandma's house. She had all sorts of stuff for me; a playpen, swing, crib, and lots of toys.

Mommy couldn't take all the excitement and took a nap. While she slept I got to meet my Grandpa Frankwick for the first time. I can tell that we are going to have a lot of fun together.

He sure is a nice guy, and he brought me presents! I love my new reindeer. That night the whole family went to dinner together. I was exhausted from my long day and fell asleep at the dinner table.

The next day Mommy and Daddy went with Grandpa Schafer and Mikey to Green Bay to see the Packers play. I was sad that I couldn't go, but it was too cold and I got to stay at Grandma's house instead! We had a great day together, and grandma I are good pals.

On Monday we went to breakfast and said goodbye to Grandpa Schafer and Mikey. Afterwards we drove through the zoo by Grandmas house and saw all sorts of cool animals. I like to wolves the best because mom and dad made funny howling noises at them. The next day we went to the bowling alley and Uncle Brad came with us! He sure turned out to be a good bowler. Like usual mommy came in last. When we got home mom, dad, and grandma played a card game and my uncle Paulie stopped by to meet me. I sure liked to smile at him.

On thanksgiving we went to daddies godparents. There were so many people there for me to meet. While mom and dad stuffed their faces I got to hang out with my cousins and play!

The next day we slept in and relaxed after all of the thanksgiving excitement. In the afternoon dad took mom and I to see the Netzers and meet Finn. Finn is a baby like me, in fact I am older than him by 2 whole months!

On our last night in Wisconsin we went bowling with uncle Shawn, grandma Frankwick, uncle Brad, grandpa Frankwick, and Cindy. I enjoyed looking at all the lights in the arcade! Afterwards we went to dinner, and mom let me stay out late to say goodbye to Grandpa and Cindy.

The next day we had to say goodbye to grandma Frankwick, and boy was I was sad. I can't wait until she comes out to California to visit me!

Uncle Shawn and dad packed up the ride and we headed to Minnesota. Dad stopped and bought these books called "mad libs", and the whole way everyone was laughing. I couldn't understand what they were saying, but it sure sounded like they were having fun. When we arrived in Minnesota we went to daddies friend's house where uncle Shawn is living. Scott and Becky have a beautiful home, and are expecting a baby girl anytime now! They offered to hang out with me for "practice" while Shaw took mom and dad to Cabellas. I had fun with Scott and Becky while they were gone. They returned about 2 hours later and couldn't stop talking about how exciting it will be when I can go to this place they call Cabellas and see the mountain...

That night we stayed up and hung out with everyone. Another friend of daddies came to the house to see me. His name is Pheif, and I really liked him. I had such a great time with everyone that I conked out around 11pm and slept until mom woke me up at 3am to go to the airport.

Uncle Shawn dropped us off and I was sad to leave him. I am even going to miss his silly buck grunter. It may have scared me at first, but now I don't mind the noise. In fact, I think its funny!

The flight home was even more comfortable than the way there. Mom bought a pillow for me, and I enjoyed my second flight. Daddy even let me listen to his music!!!

I miss all my family and friends from the Midwest and hope they come and see me in California soon!

Another week of excitement!

This week I was full of life and laughs! Mom took me in the spa with her for the first time. I had a lot of fun moving around in the water and loved it when mommy made noises and splashed around the water. The weather this week was cold and overcast, so mom bundled me up and took me on a tour of the neighborhood. We met all sorts of people, and mom says that I am a celebrity around town! I enjoyed looking at my new surroundings and can't wait to explore them when I get older. I also spent a lot of time on my tummy this week and am getting stronger. I am trying really hard to move around, but still have trouble getting all my limbs to work together.
One night mom and dad gave me a bath together, and dad played with the cool new hand puppet grandma bought me. I thought daddy was so funny that I laughed out loud. Mom says that I was chuckling so loud I was screaming. Bath time is still my absolute favorite time of the day.

On Friday we went back to San Diego. I got to spend time with grandma Schafer on Saturday. We sat on the couch and read the paper together; there sure is a lot going on in this world.

In the afternoon my dolly and I put on the matching tu-tu's that grandma made us and we took a walk to the beach.

Grandma let me stand in the sand, and I loved the way the sand felt between my toes. I wiggled them back and forth with a big smile on my face.

Grandma and I are going to have lots of fun on the beach together. That afternoon we met up with grandpa Schafer in Mission Valley and got to see Uncle Ryan and Aunt Liz. I hadn't seen them in almost 3 months, and was excited to show them how much I have grown.

On Saturday night I got to do something that not many people get to do... I got to meet my GREAT GREAT GRANDPA! We went up to his house, where great grandpa Schafer used to live, and spent the evening talking with him. He sure was sure spunky and alert for his age.

This upcoming week is going to be full of anticipation. We are leaving for Wisconsin on Friday night, and I am so excited to see the rest of my family! I get to meet my grandpa Frankwick for the first time, as well as my uncle Brad. Dad says that I am going to have lots of fun with them. It has been months since I have seen my grandma Frankwick and my uncle Shawn, so they better be ready to give me lots of attention because I have missed them a whole bunch! We are spending a week back in the Midwest and will be seeing all sorts of friends and family. When I come home there will be many wonderful stories to tell, so make sure you check in on me after the holidays are through.

I wish all of you a very happy thanksgiving, and am grateful for all the wonderful blessings that this world has to offer!

This week was full of many firsts!

On Saturday we drove Granda Schafer back down to San Diego. We had such a fun week that I was sad to leave her. At night we drove down to Jamul to see Grandpa Ron. Along the way we saw all the devastation that occurred in the fires and prayed for all of the families that were affected. Grandpa Ron's house was OK, but all around we could see how close the fires had come to the homes in the area.

On Sunday I got to go to my first NFL football game. Mommy, Daddy, and I tailgated in the parking lot before the game with Linda, Cal, Grandpa Schafer, Debbie, and Mikey. Inside the stadium there was a lot to look at. I enjoyed all the interesting people and laughed at them as they made lots of noises. Mom said that I behaved very well at my first game, and that I will enjoy them more and more as I get older!



After the game we drove back home to get ready for my first Halloween. Mom and I searched all over for costumes but we couldn't find any. The sales clerk said that many stores were sold out. Mom was so sad that I may not have a costume. She was determined not to ruin my first Halloween so we drove around to more stores on Tuesday. We finally found a costume at the last store we went to on Tuesday night. Mom said that it was fate because it was the exact costume she was looking for.

On Halloween I put on my costume and we went down to daddy's office to surprise him and his co-workers. They were having a big pot-luck and I got to see everyone! We had fun until my costume became too hot and I decided that I wanted it off!

That night we got to hand out candy to Trick-or-Treaters at Jeny Gray's house. Mom let me wear the Halloween present that mommy bought me. It was a new shirt that said "I vant your candy", mom walked around all night saying that to everyone we saw. Dad started to go nuts! My first Halloween was a ton of fun.

We went back down to San Diego on Friday night to spend time with Mommy's family while Daddy went golfing. I loved sitting with Great Grandma Schafer on Saturday; she was rubbing my head and it made me happy! Mom let me wear my Halloween outfit again since she thought it was funny...

On Sunday night we went down to Grandpa's boat and had dinner at the Crab Shack. I had a great time making faces at all the people in the restaurant.

Even though we had a fun time in San Diego I was glad to return home to be with Jax and 4th!

Our family is keeping Auntie Karen and the family in our prayers and sending them our love and blessings.

Hectic Times...

We sure have had a lot of things going on this week...

I started drooling up a storm, and my gums were really uncomfortable. It made me feel better to gum my lower lip and gnaw on my hands. Mom looked in my mouth and said my two lower front teeth are coming in, and that I would be a little uncomfortable for a while. Apparently I am "teething" already...

On Thursday we drove down to San Diego to pick up Grandma Schafer so that she could come stay with us and keep me company. Mom loaded the car while Grandma held me in her arms; boy did we look silly!

We spent the weekend cleaning the house, and Grandma sewed me some new tu-tu's!!! We had a fashion show and took pictures in my new outfits.

This time Grandma brought a wheel chair with her and took me for all sorts of rides in the house. On Sunday we took a trip to Costco and dad bought me some really neat DVD's. Mom said they are good for my imagination, and they will help me to learn. I love to watch and listen to them in my chair. Mom jokes that now she will have some time to get things done. I loved sitting on Grandmas lap in the wheelchair while we were at Costco because there were so many new things to look at. Everyone stopped us and commented on what a great baby I am. I don't mean to brag, but I did look fabulous in the outfit that Debbie gave me, she sure is good to me!

On Friday we took Jackson to play at the beach. People on the streets were laughing at the four of us!

Mom had planned on driving Grandma back to San Diego on Monday, but when we woke up we heard the news about the devastating fires that were burning all over California. Dad had to drive in to the Irvine fire zone, which he said looked like Beirut, to go to work. We sat and watched TV all day to find out if our family and friends in San Diego were OK. Mom said the fires were close to many people's homes, so we said prayers for those evacuated. There has been a lot of anxiety in the house as we watch the TV to get updates. Mom said I can't go outside, and that we have to keep the house closed up so that I won't breathe the smoke. Unfortunately it is hot and humid, and all of us are stuffy and congested. Mom, dad, and grandma keep reassuring me that things will be Ok, but I am worried about all the homes of the people we care about. In Jamul the fire is close to Grandpa's house, as well as the Binkert's, the Umbarger's, and many others. We hope and pray that they will be spared. Grandma bought me a new doll which made me feel better. I fall asleep with her and am able to relax for a while.

All of our prayers go out to those affected by these fires, and want everyone to know that we are here to help if they need it. Mom say's that we will be driving grandma down to San Diego this weekend if the freeways are open, so I am hoping to cheer-up everyone with a smile!

Life is sure FUN!

This week was a blast! I had so much fun, I don't know where to begin... Each night after work Dad and I had conversations with one another, and I sure love to "talk." I try to mimic the noises he makes. Mom says that I am growing up to fast. Look how big I am:

We went down to San Diego on Thurday night and got to spend time with lots of fun people! On Friday I got to spend the day with Grandma Schafer. Since her foot is still hurt, and she can't walk, we got to play together on the couch ALL day. I even posed for some glamour shots by deb...

That night we went out to Jamul and had a party at Grandpa Ron's. Lots of people who love me were there: Aunt Connie, Uncle Randy, Great Grandma Schafer, Cousin Brandon, Linda and Cal, Jeanie; we spent the whole night having lots of laughs. Grandpa Schafer is sure silly, he was howling at me and making noises. I sure like him!

On Saturday I got to spend the WHOLE morning with daddy while mom ran some errands. While she was gone dad and I talked to each other as we watched football. I can't wait to grow up and play catch with him.

On Saturday night we got to go to Jason and Liz Mahan's wedding. It was on the beach in Coronado, and I LOVED the string quartet that was playing at the ceremony, I even tried to sing along to the music. I met a lot of nice people at the wedding, and got to spend some time with the BEAUTIFUL bride. I hope to look that pretty when I grow up!

On Sunday morning I got to go with mommy to Jolynn's bachelorette party. We ate donuts and talked with lots of mommy's friends from high school. In the afternoon we got to go to another wedding! John and Tamara Romeo got married in Del Mar and I had a great time seeing all of the wonderful people daddy works with. Daddy called Kim and Terri the baby whisperers because when they held me I would fall asleep (: The wedding was incredibly beautiful, and one-of-a-kind! I got to say hi to Marilyn Monroe, and listen to Frank Sinatra sing my favorite Yankee song "New York, New York." I also got to spend time with another beautiful bride, who was beaming with joy! Every time she rubbed my head I would close my eyes and sigh, she sure had the magic touch! At the reception they had wonderfully bright colors for me to look at, and mom even let me play with the feathers on the table; boy did I have fun!

Mommy and daddy said they we very proud of me for behaving SO WELL the entire weekend.

I had such an exciting weekend that I conked out on the way home and slept through the whole night!!! If this is any indication of all the fun things to look forward to in life I am going to be a very happy girl!

What a busy week!

Mom and I were sure busy this past week! Grandma Schafer had surgery on her foot and we stayed in San Diego to take care of her. Mom had her hands full with the two of us, but Grandma and I sure had fun. Grandma and I would lie in bed and read the paper together in the mornings.

We stopped by and saw Great Grandma Jensen and she gave me a Halloween bear! I spent hours staring at the bright colors and touching the fur. It made me happy and I took naps holding it in my arms.

While we were in San Diego I got to go to Jamul to see Grandpa Schafer and Great Grandma Jean. They sure are fun to hang out with! Great Grandma Jean was rubbing my head and I really liked it! I was "cooing" and "aahing" the whole time. I made sure to let her know that I didn't want her to stop by screaming out loud.

The week in San Diego was a lot of fun but I missed my daddy a whole lot! I spent the evenings waiting for him to sing to me and to rock me to sleep, but all I got was his voice coming from mommy's phone. I was glad to get back home to my daddy and the buddies. Jax welcomed me home by giving me a big kiss on the nose, and dad rocked me to sleep as he sang me the bouncy song. Now I know why they say "there is no place like home."