Hang in there, Bruce!

A note: in protest of the news stated below, Loki is taking a break from blogging. It's like a hunger strike, except he likes food way too much.

The big news of 2016 is that Hadley is going to be a big sister: to a baby girl due July 11th (my dad's birthday!)

Week 12

Week 13

Baby Girl #2, aka Sprout, is growing fast. I'm feeling fine, and Bruce has come to terms with being the lone human man of the house. Loki, however, is NOT THRILLED: not happy about Sprout, not about being outnumbered, and most not about how Hadley is obsessed with him.

Upon learning about her new role as "Big Sister", Hadley had a slight meltdown, and grabbed a wine glass presumably to drown her sorrows in milk....

Christmas and New Year's went by quickly and without incident. We had so many lovely visitors, Hadley had a great time. The only drawback is that the entire house was stricken with some mysterious cold/bronchitis. We have survived, relatively unscathed.

"Daddy: are you under there??"

"Haha! I found you!"

We couldn't be more excited to welcome Sprout to the family, and we are so grateful for everyone's congratulations, warm wishes, and excitement! 2016 is shaping up to be our best, and most hectic, year yet!

Squishing her sister's face...
probably not for the last time

One Year: A Retrospective

Hadley's mom here. I cannot believe our little girl has been in our lives for a whole year already. It seems like she's always been here, and our family is more complete, happy, and adorable with her in it. One year ago, at 4:06pm on Dec. 5, this little bundle of love made her debut -- and it's been a joyride since then!  So grab beverage and snack, and get ready for a quick look back at Hadley's first year.

She still does this face from time
to time

"You lookin' at me??"

Very quickly, Hadley developed her personality: happy, always smiling, and quite the charmer. Her teen years are going to be rough....for her dad. 

"Rarrrr! I'm going to get you, Mommy!!"

Hadley's made some wonderful friends this year, but her very best is Hartley. These two have been buddies from the start, at just one month apart. Their parents like each other, too, which helps. 

Babies at Polo

Beach bums having a great time!

"It's OK friend. You eat the toast."

"I can't believe they made us dress up."

And, of course, she's made lots of friends. Including Loki....which was a slow and arduous process.

Hadley and her buddy Cooper

The "Crew"

"OMG!!! A BALL PIT!!!!!"

Ollie and Hadley... in matching Turkey Day attire

"It's OK Loki. I'll just lean here for a bit."

But no matter how many people love her, Hadley is the best thing to happen to us. She makes everything better. Because...seriously....those cheeks. 

"I'll open my presents in the pit. Thanks."

Hadley meets Santa!

This was an epic moment for Hadley. She met the big guy in charge of Christmas gifts - Sir Santa himself. While most kids are shy and/or traumatized by Santa, Hadley thought he was the cat's meow. She told him her wish list, smiled for pictures and enjoyed herself thoroughly.

Mostly, because....snow. Fake, Florida snow, but snow none the less. It was coming down from the top of the igloo, and she was 100% into it. She had a ball! It was such a wonderful way to get into the holiday spirit. Granted, we started a bit early this year, but she didn't mind. More time to celebrate!

Happy 11 Months!

Hadley turned 11 months on Thursday and WOAH - that was fast! This little girl cannot slow down or be stopped. Always moving, always running, and never a dull moment. Hadley loves to eat (anything, really), playing with her friends, following the dog around the house, and being silly. She isn't a fan of shoes (she prefers street feet) and definitely doesn't like being told no!

Baby on the move!

Just hanging out

"Mom - I'm not into this sticker thing anymore"

"Boo sticker - I'm done with you"

Happy Halloween 2015

Happy Halloween from Hadley! We had such a good time this Halloween. Hadley's best friend Hartley and her parents came to our house to trick-or-treat. Aunt Meg and Justin came too! It was such a great day - although Hadley and Hartley only lasted 20 minutes trick or treating. Their parents ate all the candy, while the kids got baths, in pjs, and went to bed. All in all, it was a perfect compromise!

The Aultmans! Hook, Tinkerbell, and Peter Pan

Team Safari! 2 Zookeepers and a monkey in a tutu

See? Hadley was happy at one point

"Who took my candy?!?!"