Baby Anthony turns 1

Today we took Bella to Anthony's 1st birthday party. When we first arrived Bella did not want to be put down. This quickly changed when she realized she could exert her independence. She was really excited to see the moonwalk and kept talking to it and screaming with excitement.

When it was time for her to get in......she screamed with terror. Terry had to get in with her and she was still apprehensive.

She started to loosen up a bit and get the hang of the feeling of the movement.

And then she finally felt comfortable but still wasn't wanting to stand up.

She finally got brave enough to stand up and had a great time. She never did try to jump but she did enjoy laughing at the other kiddos that were in there. She loves big kids!

Anthony with his Mommy and Daddy opening presents. This is prior to Bella joining them.

And there she is playing with Anthony's new toy. She loved this thing. Maybe we should get her one for Christmas.

Bella & Anthony both enjoying his new toy.

Birthday Boy eating his cake. He did not even make a mess.

Happy 1st Birthday, Anthony!! Thanks for letting us share your special day with you!!

Update on Mother's Day Out: Still crying!!

She now has to leave before naptime because she keeps everyone awake. No good. I pretty much can't stand how upset she is but I know she will get use to it. She has 3 days next week and then two weeks off. I'm afraid that is BAD NEWS BEARS!! We are trying to figure out the best way to deal with this but it's still a work in progress.

Today she was fine and walking off from us at the party. She acted like she could have cared less that we were even there. I know she DID know we were there and that gave her confidence. Ugh.....what to do!?!