So, its been 3 months since I have had time to sit down and write a blog entry. That's really bad isn't it? Call myself a writer?!
Anyway, to say it feels surreal to be talking about Amelia's first birthday is a total understatement. What was once my 6lb baby girl is now a very independent, feisty, cheeky and incredibly adorable growing up too fast little lady.
I know every Mum must feel this way about their little ones but I don't think I could feel any prouder of her than I already do. She may not have crawled until she was 9 months but she was taking steps at 8 months and walking confidently outside at 10 months. People always stop us to ask how old she is, as she looks too small to be walking! We, being new to this parent malarkey know no different, so its a very bizarre feeling. Last weekend was a great example. We had popped into Sainsbugs to get some wine and dessert as Dad and Helen were coming to lunch and we realised we only had red wine and ice cream.... anyway, we put Amelia's little life backpack on her and walk into the shop. Straight away we started getting "awwwwwww" and "she's so cute and tiny" comments and then all the "she's young to be walking isnt she?" (I didnt think there were any hard and fast rules on walking????) but we were proud to say the least. I think the icing on the cake was on our way out when a member of staff said "oh wow, she's gorgeous, so tiny but so confident walking, oh and I LOVE her backpack!" Its a little bumble bee :)
So, what else do I need to tell you? Oh talking, yep, that's right, Amelia loves to chatter. I wonder where she gets that from.....seeing as Im the quiet one in the family.....!!! Her favourite word is cat. Unfortunately because of this, everything is a cat. If we're out and see a dog she goes "Muuuuuuuuuuuuum Caaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaattttt!!!!" or "daadaaaa loooooooook caaaaaaaattttttt!!" its so funny, she gets so incredibly excited and then when we tell her "No, darling, that's a dog. Duh oooo ggggg. Hmmm. It doesnt go down that well if Im honest. Im sure inside her mind she's thinking "how odd, my own parents don't even know a cat when they see one, even though we have 2 small ones at home!" Other words include up, yes, no, down, nan, uh oh (another favourite) and cups. Its great when you can say "go get your cups Amelia, lets build a tower" and she toddles off to her toy basket to get the cups out. Amazing just how much she understands.
She also is loving brushing her teeth now. We do it together, so either with me or with Daddy. You can always tell she's excited to do it when she starts clapping, squeeling with excitement and stamping her feet. So sweet, bless her.
So, the plans for her party is well underway. We are having Chrissie (Musical Minis Leader) do an hour musical party. Ive got all the bits and bobs ready for games and party bags too. Oh and some room decs, just need a few more. We are having a family BBQ on the Sunday too. I have a feeling she's going to be a very spoilt little girl!
I never realised just how much being a Mummy would change me. My priorites shifted so suddenly but we're totally loving it. I can't wait for our family to get even bigger. Watch this space!
Anyway, to say it feels surreal to be talking about Amelia's first birthday is a total understatement. What was once my 6lb baby girl is now a very independent, feisty, cheeky and incredibly adorable growing up too fast little lady.
I know every Mum must feel this way about their little ones but I don't think I could feel any prouder of her than I already do. She may not have crawled until she was 9 months but she was taking steps at 8 months and walking confidently outside at 10 months. People always stop us to ask how old she is, as she looks too small to be walking! We, being new to this parent malarkey know no different, so its a very bizarre feeling. Last weekend was a great example. We had popped into Sainsbugs to get some wine and dessert as Dad and Helen were coming to lunch and we realised we only had red wine and ice cream.... anyway, we put Amelia's little life backpack on her and walk into the shop. Straight away we started getting "awwwwwww" and "she's so cute and tiny" comments and then all the "she's young to be walking isnt she?" (I didnt think there were any hard and fast rules on walking????) but we were proud to say the least. I think the icing on the cake was on our way out when a member of staff said "oh wow, she's gorgeous, so tiny but so confident walking, oh and I LOVE her backpack!" Its a little bumble bee :)
So, what else do I need to tell you? Oh talking, yep, that's right, Amelia loves to chatter. I wonder where she gets that from.....seeing as Im the quiet one in the family.....!!! Her favourite word is cat. Unfortunately because of this, everything is a cat. If we're out and see a dog she goes "Muuuuuuuuuuuuum Caaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaattttt!!!!" or "daadaaaa loooooooook caaaaaaaattttttt!!" its so funny, she gets so incredibly excited and then when we tell her "No, darling, that's a dog. Duh oooo ggggg. Hmmm. It doesnt go down that well if Im honest. Im sure inside her mind she's thinking "how odd, my own parents don't even know a cat when they see one, even though we have 2 small ones at home!" Other words include up, yes, no, down, nan, uh oh (another favourite) and cups. Its great when you can say "go get your cups Amelia, lets build a tower" and she toddles off to her toy basket to get the cups out. Amazing just how much she understands.
She also is loving brushing her teeth now. We do it together, so either with me or with Daddy. You can always tell she's excited to do it when she starts clapping, squeeling with excitement and stamping her feet. So sweet, bless her.
So, the plans for her party is well underway. We are having Chrissie (Musical Minis Leader) do an hour musical party. Ive got all the bits and bobs ready for games and party bags too. Oh and some room decs, just need a few more. We are having a family BBQ on the Sunday too. I have a feeling she's going to be a very spoilt little girl!
I never realised just how much being a Mummy would change me. My priorites shifted so suddenly but we're totally loving it. I can't wait for our family to get even bigger. Watch this space!
