Where does the time go?

We have some pictures that don't really fit in any category so here they are...
We had a pretty intense political race here in VA this november (and in our old stomping grounds - Jersey too) so we made sure that we represented this year with Harper in tow! You have to set the example early. Harper even got on my blackberry to make sure all her friends were getting out the vote.

We have to give a special thanks to our advisee Frederic who gave Harper this fantastic shirt this year. He is from South Africa and made Harper politically aware and a hipster at the same time.

This is where we begin to feel like time has gone by too fast...look how big she looks in granny's breakfast chairs? We still are not trusting her not to jump out but she will sit for about 5 seconds...

Harper and her dad coloring to CBS Sunday Morning-one of our favorites.

We are expecting her to turn out the masterpieces any day now. (As you might be able to tell this may have also been a Carolina game day-as always GO HEELS!)

Homecoming at U of R - November 2009

Early this November we took a little trek down the road to Richmond to their Homecoming game since it will be the last in the old stadium. For Russ, Laura and Hunt it is always nice to cheer on their college team ( Although, I do think I am an honoree Spider!). Hunt and I had added incentive since there are two Woodberry boys playing for the team this year. It was so exciting to see them coming through the tunnel...we were so proud. Our trips to Richmond are always fun but it is nice to look back on all the times we have had at U of R games and now see that we all enjoying them as families and that our kids will now share these memories with us.

Laura and Harper taking in the game.

Harper sharing kisses with her dad.

Drew and Harper having storytime on the hill.

The whole crew (except Russ-someone had to take the picture).

This weekend we also said goodbye to the Haskins first home-they are moving on to bigger and better things. We celebrated with the kids and enjoyed some family time. Harper took advantage and was enjoying all of Drew's toys. She loved his car.

Shooting hoops with the boys...

Look at their hops!

Drew decided he wanted to mow the culdesac a few last times.

The car rides never got old.

Watson even found a comfortable spot while we were all playing outside. Its better than what he does at our house which is lay on top of the leather cushions.

Thanksgiving in California

This November Harper and I embarked on a very brave venture...a trip to California without Dad. It proved to be totally exhausting but fun for all! We were able to visit with lots of family and had loads of little adventures.

We went to a local Fullerton park with Uncle Robbie.

Harper discovered that she loved, loved, loved going down the big girl slides.

Rockin' old school style-she wanted to be so close that she wasn't even in the seat.

Uncle Rory's airplane...I don't know who is going to be more tired, the uncles or Harper.

Harper got more free rides on this trips than a little girl could ask for...

The train came through and we taught Harper how to "CHOO CHOO"

Some dinnertime love from mom and Uncle Rory.

Helping grandma-grandma blow out her candles...

Giving loads of birthday hugs.

Harper chatting up with Grandma-Grandma, so much to say and so little time.

Uncle Rory took us to the Long Beach Aquarium and we saw my favorite (and soon to be Harper's) animals - SEA OTTERS. How could you not love them?! Look how cute they are!

The aquarium at this age proved to be a little overwhelming but we now say the word "fish" (aka "pish") so I feel like it did serve a purpose.

Uncle Rory getting as many hugs and cuddles in as possible. It is hard to catch this one for a picture because she is on the move in a flash.

Harper yelling/barking back at the seals...

Uncle Robbie with the girls.

Although we have had an amazing sleeper for most of Harper's 16 months, we did have some sleep struggles while traveling. Most nights Harper would collapse in her travel crib but would soon wake up and after about the 5th time of getting her back in her crib-I would give up and bring her to my king. When I would wake up and see this, how can could I resist? This gives us hope that when she transistions to a big girl bed that we will have no problems.

Thanksgiving day (sans Robbie-he was in Riverside with our dads side of family)

Harper "the lovebug"!

Four generations again...9 months after our first picture.
November 2009

March 2009Uncle robbie giving Harper a ride to Fashion Island for lunch and some shopping.

Christmas trees in California and we can wear short sleeves and sunglasses...we like how they do it! (We are currently still unearthing from our 20 inches of snow that was dropped the week before Christmas.)

Harper and I having our "Mommy and me" moment...there is nothing like the feeling of having those little eyes on you. Melts me everytime.

Harper wanted to jump into the fountain, she was yelling at it...

We spent the day in Riverside with Grandpa Larry and Aunt Mary. Aunt Mary made our fav's tacos, mexican rice and had mexican bread waiting. Dad even brought some fresh tamales for his east coast girls-YEAH!

It's Spidey...

So, I told a lie...I said that I would update these the day after halloween and here we are December 30th and finally adding a few more pictures.



Here are the girls at work with their dadies for Halloween. The most beautiful peacock-"Sophia" and Itsy Bitsy Spider "Harper".

The Woodberry Forest kids halloween party...

Here is a little preview for all those who couldn't be with us this Halloween...I will update more tomorrow.
Harper and dollie in their matching halloween costumes.

Crazy legs, going to town on the dance floor...
The dancing queens of Woodberry Forest
Milk break...man, she was parched.
Ready to hit the pavement for some real trick or treating...