Merry Christmas!

Mmm, an orange?

Yeah, it's Christmas time! Shout for JOY!

"What is that thing?!"

"I promise, I've been a very good girl this year."

The best gift of all.

Time To Eat!

Avery is now eating jar food and crackers! What a big girl she is becoming. Sometimes she likes to get really messy, but today she stayed pretty clean.

Reflections

Avery is mesmerized by her reflection in the fireplace.

Playing in the saucer, chewing on a plastic flower - who could ask for more?

This was too cute not to share!

Pillow Talk

Is someone getting sleepy?

"What's going on here?"

"What kind of game is this?!"

I think Avery is getting tired of this game.

"Enough of this. Get me out already."

Basement Progress

This is where the toilet will be placed. Brandon and his brother Jade, cut through the concrete, pulled apart some pipes, made some new pipes, and put it all back together again!

We still have a few walls and a ceiling to build, drywall to put up, and the electrical work to complete. Our goal is to have everything finished by April. Cross your fingers (:

Brandon, Jade and Kurt after the plumbing project completion.

My favorite toy????

Avery's First Snow

Avery experienced her first snow fall...from inside where it was nice and warm (:

Fun with Blanket

Avery always finds time in the day to play some peek-a-boo with her pink blankie.

"Where'd Avery Go?"

We had fun making a tent with the Pink Blanket.

Work Out Girl

Doing a few stretches and warming up for the weight training.


Okay, we're ready to begin with the curls.


Whew, she needed to take a break.


"I need a spotter! Don't just stand there taking pictures, come and help me!"

Hanging out with Brandon and the Bischoff's

Chad, Erin and Avery.




























Avery enjoys playing peek-a-boo.


Where's Avery?














There she is!











Brandon had the day off, so we lounged around together.




























I like trying to pull my socks off! For some reason, I think it's hilarious.














Debating whether or not to share the bus with Jester.













Just enjoying each other's company.












This is one of Avery's favorite toys. Her and Brandon are having a grand time.

Worn out!

Avery was on her way to get her Christmas pictures taken in her pretty little Christmas dress. They turned out very cute!

Bead Coaster Fun

Avery enjoys playing with the bead coaster. She often uses it as a chew toy and a weight machine. She has been found lying on the floor, pushing and pulling the coaster up and down. This girl is gonna have some strong arms by the time she's 3!
She seems to be studying the toy with much intent. Maybe she'll become an engineer of some sort?!

Bows and Ducks

"I like big bows and I cannot lie..."















This is Avery's friend, Mr. Duck. She still isn't quite sure about him just yet, but she stares at him endlessly.














Avery and Mr. Duck having thought provoking conversation.















Avery thinks her babysitter is nuts.












The Ritter Critter clan.
















Brandon's Best Friend.























Studying the camera with great intent.











Always happy as pie when she wakes up!












How precious is this?!