And...we're back!

We're back with pictures! The computer had a virus and was getting fixed... sorry for the delay!

Annabelle keeps getting longer..but not heavier!! She's officially 9.5 months old and a solid 16lbs. My mom said at 1 year I didn't break 20lbs, so I'm not worried about our light-footed lady just yet. We've been spending lots of time with friends this summer- the afternoon playdates are great! Tami, Chris the girls and their friends will be here Wednesday, so we're REALLY looking forward to that visit! Here's a look at the last two weeks:

I get such a kick of that tiny little body standing up!!

SO Happy!

Everyone trying to escape while I do chores...

The dogs made it and left Annabelle behind... jk

I love that little face. She's such a tiny little lady!

Super-excited to help me with laundry.

This reminds me of a face Marley would make while saying something super-sarcastic!

I fold, she unfolds, then eats.

SUMMER IN SOULARD PARTY!

On the 9th we had a ton of our neighbors and friends over for the "Summer in Soulard" party. It was a great night, and I was SO excited to FINALLY use those white lanterns that I've had for years!

SHARING SOME PUFFS

Annabelle and Jet share their puffs.

Jet, Annabelle & Liam




BASTILLE DAY PARADE

So, earlier this week I went for a jog. While jogging I ran into the Bastille Day Parade...so random, yet so fun. Reason #315 why I love living in Soulard. So we're jogging along, minding our own business and see a horse drawn carriage carrying Marie-Antoinette & King Louis. A bunch of people are following behind carrying signs, chanting and cheering for the annual beheading at the Market Square. We ran into a bunch of neighbors who made me trade my water for a beer... OK...twist my arm! Haha...here are some photos... Vive la France!!

Annabelle & her French flag!

Looking around wondering what's going on!

You can kind of make out the guillotine in the background.

Direct quote from Mark:

"When the Queen dies, I become Queen".

sigh...I love Soulard