A crazy few months indeed for Faelyn and guests!

Faelyn finally met her Uncle David. David Kottenstette that is. She had a great time and hopes to see him again soon...

Faelyn dancing with socks!

Another visit from Cousin Ainsley, Uncle Karl, and Aunt Melissa...and another round of fun. We also had G-ma come in the same week. The girls had a great time together.


Having fun at the park


new gloves?




breakfast together



sipping her juice Italian style- cappuccino cup (creamer cap)


or with a straw


playing together at the Children's museum







having fun at the lake

Faelyn's Baby Blessing was on November 3rd and it was a beautiful day to officially welcome Faelyn into the world. An induction of sorts. Surrounded by family and wonderful friends, Faelyn had a great day.

The blessing was performed by Faelyn's Katie Na




And everyone came forward with their own blessing for her.






Faelyn taking a break from it all...to hug a column.





Dana and Bilal with a beautiful blessing and necklace for Faelyn.





And then we went swimming. (one of Faelyn's favorite activities)





Faelyn was "very" ready!!



thanks to Ed Boettcher for all of the beautiful photos in this entry.

we'll chat soon.

Faelyn loves dress up on All Hallows Eve!

and why not? it's fun!

This year Faelyn couldn't decide what to be...

spooky skeleton...beware the creepy purple ball


and a witch...I wonder who picked this out...



look at that hair!!!


what you should know is that used to be a puppy in her hands...



or perhaps we should get her another familiar...

YAY! Mississippi

A few weeks ago Faelyn went to Mississippi with our good friends Erica and Fuzzy. (we also went along- to carry bags) We had a great weekend getting a feel for the south and, of course, to eat the amazing food.



Faelyn likes airplanes...(thanks Fuzzy- for the picture)



Playing at a park with Erica and Mommy.



Just hanging out with some history.




In front of the Mississippi.

Faelyn picks out a pumpkin of her very own.


have to find the best spot for the best pumpkin!!!


Also have to try out many different pumpkins- paying close attention to size, shape, and weight.




and then- finally- finding the one for her.




Happy October...next stop Mississippi

Simply put: Faelyn and her accessories...

starts out innocent like...a necklace...some bracelets.


then, maybe a cat.




then a new place to read. (don't worry about all of the toys- she took them ALL out first).



But then it goes a little strange...like new shoes.



a new chair to just hang out in.






a new family car??




did I mention the shoes c'mon- now that is cute.



and of course who doesn't need a salad spinner.



and, of course, a new bed!




thanks to all and we'll chat soon

Faelyn is 15 months and has some news for everyone!!


So listen up!
Faelyn is 32" tall and weighs 23 lbs.
She has ball, bird, Nana, and cup to her vocab. She has added both "night-night" and Airplane to her ASL vocab.

We are eagerly waiting for November when Gma, Uncle Karl, Aunt Meck, and Cousin Ainsley are coming out to visit. Can't you see how excited we are...


Alright- maybe Daddy is a little too excited...

there will be more to come so keep your eyes and bookmarks open.
thanks to all and we'll chat soon.

Faelyn was very excited to see her Oma again. Christi came out to visit in mid September. Boy did we all have fun. more pictures to come


And now some sweet pictures



look how much she loves her Oma!

Well hello there!





















Let me spin ya a yarn in my rocker...gather 'round

Enough of that weirdness. Wanted to share some great moments in the last few months.


The next three are of Faelyn enjoying her Pasta














































And her Peaches...(she ate the whole peach eventually!)


































Her Hair is getting so long.

















And she is getting more and more helpful.

Thanks to all and we'll chat soon.