Makenzie driving

Makenzie loved Aiden's birthday gift! We had a hard time getting her off of it so the other kids could ride. Looks like we might have to get her one!

Makenzie's 1st Birthday

May 12th, 2010! A whole year has flown by since our beautiful little girl has come into our lives. Where has the time gone!

At the picnic table built just for her.

She wasn't so sure of everyone watching her!

She wasn't sure what to do with it at first.

Finally digging in!

Random Pictures

I don't believe the innocent look from either of them! I have a feeling these two will be trouble!!

I just love this picture! It was freezing cold out and she still is as happy as can be. How cute is her hat! I wish I had one like it.

This is what happens when you combine Eric, Makenzie and the vacuum!

She does look pretty cool!

Behind again!

So much has happened with so little time to write about it. Forgive me for the mass picture posts and and the brief descriptions!

Christmas was wonderful! It was our first Christmas in our house and my parents, sister Cassi and Grandma flew in from WA to spend it with us. We had Eric's side of the family over for Christmas dinner and we had a full house! Makenzie enjoyed opening presents and playing with the wrapping paper.

In January we went to Phoenix so I could run in the Phoenix Rock and Roll half marathon with Tammy. Tammy and Zach flew down from Montana and we had a great time hanging out while Makenzie hung out with Grandma Julie. Makenzie was fully crawling by the time we got home from the trip so it was time to baby proof the house!
Morgan and Josie came to visit at the end of January. It was so great to see them! Josie and Makenzie played well together and both Makenzie and I were sad to see them go!

Eric, Makenzie and I went to Denver in February for an Avalanche game. Makenzie loved all the people but really didn't like the horn that they blew when the Av's scored!

In March we went on a cruise to Mexico. It was a big family get together with 22 people in our group. All of Makenzie's grandparents came and it was great! Eric and I got some time to hang out just the two of us. Makenzie got spoiled by everyone! She loved to say "hi" to everyone that walked past and made friends with the piano player in the jazz lounge. She learned that if she fussed enough during dinner that someone would walk to the lounge so she could dance and clap to the music. He even dedicated a couple songs just to her.

Makenzie loved the ocean! We held her hands and let the tide come and splash her and she couldn't get enough of it. When we finally pulled her out of the water and tried to take her back to the towels she took off crawling straight for the water. She was our little sea turtle! Her crawling as fast as she could with a soggy wet diaper hanging off her! It was so cute!

Okay so my goal is to make at least one new post a week! We will see if I can stick to it.

Makenzie's First Christmas Tree

Makenzie didn't know what to think about the Christmas tree. She was really excited at first but then she started rubbing her eyes and nose. Eric was worried she was having an allergic reaction! I think she was just tired!

Don't worry, they weren't plugged in and we took the photo and took them away!

Hanging up Makenzie's first ornament.

It turned out to be a really beautiful tree. Makenzie has already made a couple attempts at rolling to it.

Daddy Time

Makenzie loves hanging out with her dad! I sometimes feel like I'm only needed around meal time! Makenzie is content sitting on Eric's lap hanging out. If I try that she fusses until I do something to entertain her. She obviously has me well trained!

Makenzie's Work Station

Makenzie loves sitting in my lap at the computer and pounding on the keyboard. I decided that this wasn't a good idea when she somehow managed to reformat my computer layout! Grandpa Larry had an extra keyboard so now Makenzie has her own work station. She even has a real cell phone to play with. Even though we have charged the phone so it lights up and makes noise, it still isn't as cool as Eric's Blackberry!

Mommy Lifesavers!

There are three main helpers in my mommy life. They allow me to work 40 hours a week, find time to train for a half marathon and just have a little personal time. They keep Makenzie entertained and happy.

Daddy!

Makenzie loves hanging out with her Dad! She lights up every time she sees him. I'm so lucky that Eric and I both can work from home so we don't have to put Makenzie in day care.

The Exersaucer

Makenzie loves her exersaucer! She spends a lot of time in because its one of the few toys that she doesn't get tire of! She enjoys chewing on all the different animals.

Dizzy

Makenzie is obsessed with her dog, Dizzy! She squeals with joy every time Dizzy walks by. Dizzy is such a good dog, she is really gentle with Makenzie. Makenzie occasionally will grab handfuls of Dizzy's hair but we are working on teaching her to pet gently.

Dizzy slipped in a face kiss!

First Thanksgiving

We spent Makenzie's first Thanksgiving at Grandpa and Grandma Hjermstad's. She provided entertainment thoughout dinner, playing peekaboo behind my napkin. Unfortunately I forgot to charge my camera before going so I only got pictures of her playing before our dinner. She loved all the new toys and hanging out with her grandma and grandpa!

Such a big girl!

Makenzie gets so excited when she sees us warm up a bottle. She never has been one to pass up food! Makenzie finally figured out how to hold her bottle without sucking only air.

Six Months Already!!!

Makenzie turned six months yesterday and Eric and I celebrated our four year wedding anniversary. We celebrated our anniversary by going out to dinner and letting Grandpa and Grandma Hjermstad watch Makenzie. Makenzie got to celebrate her six months of life by getting four shots at the doctors! Poor little girl! She still only weighs 13.2 lbs but is 25.25 inches long.

Makenzie seems to learn new things everyday. She has been sitting up on her own for the last couple weeks and she is starting to use her barrel rolling to get to her toys. Looks like I need to baby proof the house soon.

Loves her baths!
Her favorite new expression!

Sitting on her own!

Trip to Grandpa and Grandma Tower's

Labor Day Weekend

Makenzie and I flew home to Washington to see my parents and go to the Ellensburg Rodeo. My parents had a BBQ for us and Makenzie got a chance to meet some more family. Makenzie explored the farm and saw all of the animals. She wasn't too interested in them but next spring I'm sure she will love it!

At the Ellensburg Fair