Well Overdue

I am well aware of how long it has been since my last post. I have not been the most frequent poster in times past, but this is a real lag. There has been a lot that has happened between the last post and now, the most important being that Ray has returned home. Initially, it was not the easiest. Austin had a real adjustment that put a lot of stress on Ray and I. Now she is loving every second of having both of us around. Ray returns to work this Friday, and though we have really enjoyed his time home, it will return us back to true normalcy. We will have to adapt to a new routine, once again, but if anything it is back to the way things were.

In terms of Austin, she is a precocious talker, socialite, busy, sweet little girl. She comes filled with hugs and kisses for everyone and is always willing to share. At the same time, she continues to be a little girl with a lot to say, and never hesitates to speak her mind. I think sassy sums it up! We love watching her tell the dog what she really thinks!

This might be picture overload, but I wanted to post some highlights over the last few months.

Austin "helping" me wrap presents.

Taking in the Christmas tree with daddy.

Enjoying her new Elmo book.

Pushing her new baby around in her new stroller from the Georges.

Rocking her baby in her chair.

Hanging on Na-lee, whom we all know she adores.

And pestering Danny, like we all know she loves to do!

Hugging her new new Elmo toy, which she dances to every day.

We have taken advantage of our warm winter and taken her to the playground.

Ray and I were lucky enough to enjoy the Ravens playoff game against the Texans with friends Matt & Alex.

Austin loves driving trucks...

and wearing pretty shoes while carrying around a purse and lipstick, and wear sunglasses.

Austin loves to point out body parts. This is "ears".

Oh, and we have Austin doing chores. She feeds the dog every morning and night.

 She helps us do dishes.

Lastly, she helps us "make" dinner.

Make note of the flour all over her face and the chair.

I will do my best to stay on top of things in the future.