Talking

Kennedy is very vocal these days. She speaks her own special language! In addition to our favorite, "oh yeah", she has a few new ones that we can make out - shoes, hello, car and uh oh (is that a word?) Here's some pictures from the past week...

Eating her first bite of Maw's famous pound cake. Unfortunately, Maw didn't make it, I did! We miss you Maw and hope you feel better soon!Kennedy stayed with Grammie Nana and Papa for a couple days while Matt and I were out of town. She loved chasing Snickers (the cat) and playing with Bon Bon, which was Matt's toy when he was little.Kennedy, Mary & Jackson enjoyed their first LIVE show this weekend- Elmo Live. They were hilarious to watch...dancing, clapping and having so much fun. Thanks for inviting us!!

Catching up

Its been a couple weeks since I posted. Let's see...what have we done? Last weekend, we went to Charleston, and Matt and I had a day/night out! We went shopping, took a carriage tour in downtown Charleston and went out for a very nice dinner. Here's a picture of us on the rooftop bar at the Market Pavilion Hotel. We had a great time but couldn't wait to get back to see Kennedy. She stayed with Grammie Nana and Papa, and they all had a great time too!Matt and Kennedy - ready to go to the pool - doing a little dancing!Hanging out at the pool!Sunday night, we went to a beer/wine tasting, and Kennedy had a ball. She wanted nothing to do with sitting in her stroller...just wanted to walk around and see everyone! Back home, Kennedy has found two new favorite things...playing on the porch and BUTTER! Every time I open the freezer, she goes straight for the box. Kennedy loves watermelon, but up until now, she's only had bite-sized pieces. Matt took her on the front porch yesterday, and they each had their own slice. It was SO cute!

Happy Birthday Mary!

Last weekend, we celebrated our friend Mary's 1st birthday. It was a great party, with lots of toys and fun! Here's Mary with her cupcake.Kennedy playing in the water and then taking a taste!Playing in the inflatable jumperSunday, we met Grammie Nana and Papa for lunch. After lunch, we had to find Kennedy a backpack for school. She liked the Disney Princess one!Kennedy started "school" on Monday. She goes to the Mothers Morning Out program at church two days a week. She did really well! Here's some pictures...ready for her 1st day.

Kennedy's 1 year photos

Kennedy's one year photos are up at www.agrgallery.com/slideshows/kennedy1yr This also includes some shots of Kennedy's cousins. SO CUTE!!!

Walking!

Over the past week or so, I've taken a number of videos of Kennedy walking, but this one was too funny not to post. She is carrying a bottle of mustard she got out of the fridge! Now, I don't know for sure if she's really saying, "yeah" and "oh yeah", but it sure sounds like it, doesn't it?!!

Faubel Family Adventure!

My family came to visit last week. My Mom and Dad and sisters drove all the way from Chicago with 5 kids, all under the age of 5! All the kids showed up ready to go! We had such a great time hanging out, shopping, and eating! Have you ever tried to feed 6 kids at once? You should have seen my kitchen after every meal. It was an adventure, but we LOVED it! The house is so quiet now that they are gone. Come back soon...we miss you already!

Claudia making herself at home in Kennedy's chair

Payton, Claudia & Cooper playing outside in the water
Lunch at Johnny Rockets, after a trip to the Georgia Aquarium.
Cooper wiped out after a day at the outlet mall!Everyone pitching in to empty the dishwasher
Chloe & Claudia showing off their new slippers.
Max & Claudia - hanging out in my bed!Lunch at Panera. (Panera will never be the same!)
Silly Chloe with her new shades!
Kennedy had her 1 year photo shoot. Alisha (photographer) tried to get a picture of all the kids together. We're waiting to see if any turned out! Here's Kennedy...tired of taking pictures!
Kennedy learned some new tricks from all her cousins. She is walking really well! I will post a video soon. Here she is pulling herself up to walk! (new slippers for her too!)

Birthday pics and a trip to the beach!

Kennedy had a fantastic first birthday! Aunt Megan & Uncle Steve came to visit, and Grammie Nana and Grandpa came over to celebrate. Kennedy got a new wagon and LOTS of other fun stuff. Click on the video to see her enjoying her birthday cake!

After the BIG BIRTHDAY, we headed to Charleston to spend some time with Matt's family. Kennedy got to play at the pool, go to the beach and even enjoy lunch at the "fancy" Sanctuary Hotel. Thanks to everyone for a great time!