July thru September 4, 2010 First Birthday Party

Elle ran out to shop once we got the news: it's a boy! She wanted to get him this shirt so he was sure to know that he is the "little" brother.... and she is in charge. We've had a great few months and celebrated Elle's First Birthday this weekend. Cannot believe our little lady is one year! We had a wonderful pink first birthday princess party with dozens of pink balloons, cupcakes and tulle! Quite a sight. Thanks, Doug for letting me go crazy :) with the pink decor. We have had some fun beach days, lots of pool time and tons of developments. Elle started walking at 9 months so now at the tender age of 12 months she is running (constantly) and insists she must "walk, walk, mama, walk"! Trips to the store take much longer now, but its so fun. We are prepping for little Ryder Pedersen due December 15th and think we'll probably get a little doll and start calling it Ryder and having Elle be gentle with the doll.... 15 months apart.... we are crazy, and excited!!

XOXO, Doug, Erin, Elle (& Ryder - 25 weeks along)

(her rockstar shirt, she takes after daddy)

** FIRST BIRTHDAY PARTY **

playing with her pal Owen (only 3 days older than Elle)

her first taste of sugar!

she was a fan immediately...

playing with some of her balloons, this was her favorite gift of all!

May - June 2010

Hi! Its been a crazy busy few months... and oh, we are having another BABY! Baby No. 2 is due December 16th. A Christmas baby - what a blessing. Life is good. We are all happy and healthy.

Cheers and much love, Doug, Erin, Elle & Baby 2!

memorial day

elle and daddy

elle and daddy - she has 4.2 teeth right now!

family trip to the zoo

playing at the zoo

zoo fun with daddy

elle's first ride at an amusement park (helped by mommy)

playing in her living room

our little lady

learning to eat spaghetti with meat sauce

fun in palm springs

palm springs, elle looks jealous of grammie's margarita - i know her pregnant mommy was a little :)

palm springs pool time

love her ballerina bathing suit!

Weeks 22 - 31

Elle is growing fast! Still lingering in the 95th percentile at 7 months and in 12-24 month old clothing. She is so hilarious. Funny little sense of humor, so loving and sweet. We are all so happy, and busy! In fact, this is a short post. Below are photos of Elle's First... Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Snowboard Trip, Beach Trip and Easter. So many "firsts"! Plus, random photos of our little family just having a fun time!

XOXO,
Doug, Erin & Elle