Merry Christmas!!!

Ho Ho Ho!!! Merry Christmas everybody! I hope you all have finished your shopping. I finished telling mom and dad what to buy each other for me, so hopefully they have hit the stores.

We went to the mall a couple weeks ago to see Santa. We barely made it before his dinner break! The way he looks, I know he does not like to miss dinner. Here is the 2008 official Santa picture.

Ummmm...who is this guy, and when is the last time he shaved?

Ummmm...I am ready to hit the food court for dinner mommy and daddy!

Yeah! On our way to the food court! Here I come Ronald McDonald!

We have such a pretty tree with LIGHTS!

Here I am doing my best Gene Simmons!

You think I can get a hat that fits me for next year. I know I have a big head, but please!

Alone with my thoughts, thinking about Santa Claus...

Laid Back...

...with my mind on my money, and my money on my mind.

Happy Thanksgiving!

So, I think I was too young to remember this from last Thanksgiving, but apparently my parents like to play dress up on Thanksgiving. They get to be pilgrims. Me...an indian! You can just call me Pocahontas, or Sacagawea , or "Pooping Goose."

You can see some family pics on daddy's blog. I hope you all have a happy Thanksgiving. It is TURKEY TIME!!!!

Objects In Mirror are Closer Than They Appear

Before anyone freaks out, this photo was taken during our trip through the drive-through safari, or as I call it, the "farm." I'll post some pics of the animals soon!

VIDEO!!!!

Here is some recent video of your's truly...enjoy!

A little Halloween afternoon pumpkin carving action...


I have found a recent fascination with perfecting my own Riverdance...what do you think?



Here I am having some fun with the camera. Next time, daddy needs to turn a light on!

ELMO!!!!!!

Do you know how many Elmos there are in Wal-Mart? I do!!!

I luv Elmo, (s)he’s my new BFF. I don’t watch Sesame Street, don’t even know where that street is. I have a Tickle Me Elmo, but I don’t play with him, I just sit him on my potty to keep it warm until I want to sit there. But recently, I was bitten by the Elmo Bug or some kid slipped Elmo potion in my milk at Wee School.

Mommy took me to Wal-Mart the other day and I thought it would be fun to play Where’s Elmo, so every time I saw Elmo, I would say Elmo over and over and over again. A couple of times I could tell mommy thought I was making it up, but then she’d look up and there Elmo would be.

We weren’t even in the toy section and I was able to find Elmo in dozens of places: on glasses in house wares, on sneakers in the shoe department, on balloons in the deli, on cards in the stationary department, even on toys at the checkout. Elmo was even on underwear in the lil’ kids section. Because I was so good at pointing out Elmo (or because mommy wanted me to stop repeating Elmo over and over and over again) she bought me a pack of Elmo underwear (for when I start using the potty and stop letting Elmo use it).

I was so happy, I talked about Elmo all the way home. When we got home, mommy let me have my Elmo underwear and I put all 7 pair on (1 pair on my head and the other 6 pair on my arms as bracelets, of course). There was no way I was taking my Elmo underwear off, so I got to eat dinner with them on. I think Elmo ate more than I did though, my green beans kept disappearing.

Then it was time for bath. And you know it – Elmo got to take a bath with me. Playing with Elmo underwear in the bathtub is way more fun than any tub toy. It was a great day.

If you are wondering, I am still looking for Elmo most of the day, every day.

I love my new Elmo doll that mommy got me. (S)he likes to bite my fingers.

Elmo underwear makes for a great skull cap, don't ya think?

I think Elmo needs to go potty.

Hmmmm...I think this Elmo underwear may not be Elmo's size.

But it can be a necklace instead!!! Don't you just love my underwear bracelets???

Someday, I'll learn how to put this Elmo underwear on!

But for now, they can be leg warmers.

My First Wagon

Mommy and Daddy got me my first wagon last night! I just went on a spin and boy is it fun! It rides like a Mercedes (if a Mercedes had plastic tires that is). You can also see daddy's new growing grass!

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Different Ways Of Eating...

Sometimes, I like to eat my food...

Sometimes, I would rather wear it!

Why don't you caption this picture...

Will They Ever Come Downstairs???

Daddy sure does have some big shoes to fill!

PETS!

Look everybody...I GOT FISH!!! Or as I say is..."shish". That is fish and chip. Unfortunately, fish only lasted a day, so we went and got a white one named tater.

I know I (my dad) has been delinquent in posts. I (my dad) will try to do better.

Love, Annabelle

Happy Birthday Aunt Jily!!!

I am WALKING!!!!

Hey y'all. The time has come and gone. I have been cruising for a couple months now, and walking while pushing a chair or holding onto mom or dad's hands. Even walking on my own for a few steps at a time for a couple weeks. But last Sunday on the 6th, mom officially declared that I am WALKING!!! I am so excited! Here are a couple pictures and videos that show my progression...

Pushing my scooter on Valentines Day.

Holding onto dad while walking in the driveway on February 16th. You are diggin' the hat, aren't you?

Walking my dog on March 8th. It is so exciting!!!

And here are the videos!!! Walking my dog on March 5th.

A short walk to Dad on April 8th.

A nice, long stroll around the house on April 11.

So there you have it!!! Now it is time to REALLY terrorize mom and dad! MmmmwwwuuuaaaaHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAAAAA!!!!

Love, Annabelle

New Year's at the Beach

Well, it has taken me a while to get these posted. I won't mention the reason, but he is the only guy who lives in my house.

We went to the beach (Surfside Beach, SC) with our neighbor's during New Year's week. It was a lot of fun. A little cold, but fun. I really liked playing in the sand for the first time. I can't wait to go to the beach again in May when it is warmer!

Here are a few snapshots...

Hmmmmmm...this sand stuff is soft.

Loungin...
Sittin with my ma!

Mom and I on the beach.

Mom and I under the Surfside Pier.

Who wrote my name there?

This...tastes...not so good. But that didn't stop me from continuing to try it!

This crawling in the sand is FUN!!!!!

You know, I could have gotten a better tan if I were not all bundled up.

These are a few of my favorite things...

Hey y'all. Sorry I have not been keeping up with new post demand. It is just really busy being a one year old...learning how to walk, still taking naps, eating anything I can get my hands on, playing with birthday toys...you were there once too.

Anyway, here are a few of my favorite things to do!

I really like "helping" with my laundry. It is fun, because I'll take it all out of my drawers, and mom and dad will put it back for me.

Sometimes, they'll leave the bathroom door open.

The aftermath of Tornado Annabelle!!!!

Caught in the act...

Oops! They caught me.

The tupperware cupboard is one of my favorite places to play.

I can climb right in.

Dinner time!!!!! I love eating (and wearing) spaghetti!!!

Pizza Pizza!!!!

I'll even try new foods, like this potato! I didn't like it too much raw though.

Stay tuned for more pics! I have lots more to share. Coming soon...my New Years trip to the beach, birthday celebrations, Easter, and walking!

Love, Annabelle