Last December during our massive snowstorm (you know the one that brought down the Metrodome ceiling?), my parents, sister and brother-in-law were in Hawaii enjoying the sunshine and warm weather.  When they came back they were nice enough to bring Tabitha a little Hawaiian dress.  Being the petite thing that she is, the 12-month size dress didn't fit when she was 12 months old, so we held off on wearing it.

This winter at daycare they have "beach" week, so I decided that it was perfect time for Tabitha to start wearing the dress.  Of course, since it is winter, I had to pair it with an undershirt and pants, but I think she still looks cute anyways...don't you?!

Tabitha...finally standing still!

Hey...I can see myself in the camera!

I'm cute and I know it!

Ribbons...that has become Tabs new obsession.  Sometimes on weekends when James is gone (and well, sometimes on weekends he is home), Tabs is sent to the bathroom with me so that I can take a shower.  While she likes to put her hands in the shower and see how wet she can get, she has managed to find where my old ribbons are at.  So, to keep herself occupied she drapes as many as she can around her neck and prances through the bathroom. 

It keeps her entertained and out of the trash (we have yet to "toddler" proof our bathroom), while I can shower...a win-win for both parties involved!

A lazy Sunday afternoon

In case I haven't mentioned, the weather this weather has been phenomenal.  As a skier it's a little disappointing to see so little snow; however, it's been great not to have to drive in it.  Tabitha's going to start thinking that every winter in Minnesota is this way.

Yesterday, after Tabitha woke up from her nap, we decided to go outside and let her run off some energy.  The thermometer said 45 degrees in the shade, so what a perfect reason to get outside.  James took the camera out and hoped to get a few pictures as the sun was perfect for an outdoor photo shoot.  However, as I am sure you probably understand, getting an 18 month old to stand still (especially when the reason you've taken her outside is to run off energy) is no small feat.  We did manage to get a few photos though....

We started the photo shoot inside.

Trying to be silly with the neighbors.

Hat hair!

James' masterpiece...could she get any cuter???

The dolls

Tabitha has really gotten into her "dolls" lately.  She loves carrying them around, playing with them, and of course taking them to bed with her.  I have a true girly girl on my hands here (although she does love playing cars). 

Her dolls were cold, so they needed a blanket.

All smiles with her dolls in hand.  Her curly hair is apparent here!

Fred's strange addiction

Have you seen that TV show on TLC called "My Strange Addiction"?  I've only seen advertisements for it, I haven't watched it because it just kind of grosses me out.  Well, Fred has a strange addiction.  He's obsessed with licking the curtains.  He hasn't done it for awhile, but I was able to catch him in the act the other day.  I guess he's doing his part to make the house spic and span.

Feeling better!

Tabs finally started feeling better this past Monday.  By Tuesday, at her doctor's appointment, all signs of her pneumonia were gone!  Here's to no more illnesses for a long time.

Giving you my cheesy grin!

Bye-Bye!

The first haircut

Yep, we finally did it...18 months and Miss Tabitha finally got her first haircut.  James got his haircut earlier in the evening and on a whim we decided to get Miss Tabitha's done as well, especially since James' favorite stylist was working.  Much to our amazement she did fantastic, and like a true girl she even seemed to enjoy it. 

Before....Tabitha is not sure what to think about this, but this gal must be good...Daddy says so!

During...sitting very still, just wondering where her curls are going.

All done!  This was fun...when can we do it again??

Thanks Gayle!  You did a great job!!!