6 months old

I have been trying to take a picture of Avery every month. Here is the 6 month picture. (Yup, I'm a month behind on posting-sorry)

Been Awhile

Sorry, it's been awhile since I have posted. Life here is very good. We are just loving every minute. Avery is 7 months old now. She had a Dr. appt today and is growing very well and is right on track. She is a lot of fun right now.
We have been very busy. We celebrated Mom's 50th birthday (pictures soon to come), celebrated our nephew's 1st birthday, and welcomed a new nephew. Lots of fun since the last post. Hope you all are doing well.

Happy Easter

We spent time with lots of family on Easter. It was a fun day. Avery looked ADORABLE in her Easter dress. She gets more fun every day.

4 Months Old

I can't believe that Avery is 4 months old already. Time goes by too quickly. We are making the most of everyday but seems that the days are a blur. She is such a blessing to us and we thank God for her everyday.

Like Daddy, like daughter.

Lots of fun

Avery is enjoying many things these days. She still loves the bath. She loves her jumper and also the exersaucer. Most recently, she enjoys sitting in her Bumbo seat. One of her FAVORITE things is reading books- she likes to read along with us. Enjoy the pics of Avery having a good ol' time.

Firsts

We have had a lot of firsts this month for Avery. First cold, first ear infection and first teeth! Yup-teeth, she has her bottom two teeth already. I would love to post a picture but can't seem to get her to cooperate on that one. We are having so much fun. She is developing such a cute personality. Despite the teeth and ear infection, she was still a pretty happy girl.

Baptism

Avery was baptized on January 27. We celebrated after the service with friends and family with cake at church. It was a great day. Avery did very well- I was worried she would cry. We praise God for the very special day in her life.

Too Cute

Kraig took these pictures of Avery. Isn't she getting big?

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

We had a wonderful Christmas and New Year. Lots of fun times with friends and family. We are looking forward to seeing what this year has in store for us. Enjoy these recent pictures!

SMILE!

Here's Avery showing off her smiles. (and double chin...hee hee) Cute, huh?

Big News

JENNI AND BRAD ARE GETTING MARRIED! I'm a little slow in posting this but didn't want to leave it out. We are so excited for you guys and can't wait for the big day. Love ya!

Happy Thanksgiving

I can't describe well enough how we feel this Thanksgiving so I will just say this...

We are blessed.

Hope your Thanksgiving was filled with good food, family and great thanks!

(Avery says "Thanks for the cute 1st Thanksgiving outfit Aunt Jenni!")

Rub-a-Dub

Avery loves bathtime. She is always wide-eyed and checking things out. Bathtime is one of my favorite time of day.

Two Weeks Old

Avery is 2 weeks old today. Let me just say- THIS IS THE GOOD LIFE! Sure-I don't really sleep anymore and everything has changed but it is so GOOD! We are having so much fun with her and she can't even do anything yet. This is what I have waited for my whole life! Enjoy these pictures of Avery. I took these this week one morning when she was very alert and content. Isn't she beautiful?! :)

First Halloween

Here is a couple pictures of Avery on her first Halloween. Doesn't she look excited?

Welcome Avery Lynne Kuipers

Praise God for a healthy baby, born Sunday October 21. After being induced on Saturday, Avery was born at 2 am on Sunday. Everything went very well. We are amazed by God's goodness. She is a beautiful baby and our love for her is unexplainable. Hope you enjoy the pics of her first days! Love you all.

Heading Home

Here's Avery all ready to head home. It felt great to leave the hospital and head home and begin our lives as a new family.

Life at Home

We are all settling in at home now. This is a picture of Avery in her swing-she really seems to like it. Things are going well. Every night is a little easier. We just look at her and are amazed over and over again. Our love for her is unexplainable.

Ahhh....October

Well, the month of October is here. It feels kind of like an accomplishment to me. We only have 3 weeks left based on our "due date". Can't believe how fast it has gone. I still feel quite content-some days very uncomfortable but I remind myself it's worth it. I love this time of year. Cooler temps and beautiful colors.
I had my last shower last weekend. We are incredibly blessed with wonderful family and friends who have showered us with gifts to help us prepare for our little one. Thank you to you all. I hope to post a pic soon of my big preggers belly but my computer at home has not been working. Grrr...
We'll keep you posted- every day is one day closer to meeting our daughter! Keep us in your prayers.