I've said it every month, "I can't believe I have a"...12 month old! Leah's 1 year check-up was about one week ago. Poor baby had to get four shots. But, as always, was a total trooper. Her current stats are: 28 inches (20%), 21 pounds (50%), and head circumference is 18 inches (72 %). She is eating almost anything these days, and loving the independence that finger foods offer. She has also recently taken a few steps. Very exciting! I have so many amazing memories of my first year as a mother, as well as some not-so amazing memories. For example, the sleepless nights, the teething, the hormone-induced explosion of tears, etc. But, as most mothers will say, it was all worth it. Leah has been a true blessing! Her loving nature mixed with her sassy attitude is exactly what makes her my kid. People would always say to me, "just enjoy this stage it goes by so quickly, you'll get through it". Boy was everyone right! Not only did we get through it, but it flew by! I look forward to a lifetime of wonderful memories with the little girl that made my dreams a reality.
I took a good six months before Leah's hair became a full head of hair. With the several warm days of weather, we have been finally able to see some curls. The best "look" is right after a bath, and a blow dry...spa curls in less than two minutes! Love it!
Leah woke up in the middle of the night Friday and got sick, twice. After the second load of laundry, we decided to bring her downstairs with us, and bring down a "puke" bucket. She was looking a little rough. We finally put her back down at 11PM and she slept through the night. Nonna and Nonno came to visit on Saturday and we have a nice easy weekend catching up. Thankfully, she never got sick again. 
Easter was so much fun with Leah. She loved her Easter baskets, well she loved the fake grass most! She got a lot of adorable clothes, and some fun girl accessories like: a purse, hairclips, fake lipstick (ya know, the essentials). The weather was so beautiful we even spent some time outside! Hope everyone else also had a happy, hoppy Easter! =)
