Two Peas in a Pod

I see a lot of both Phillips and myself in Isabel. And it seems that often I think she looks just like Daddy. But this recent Easter picture stood out in reminding me of one of my favorite baby pictures. In honor of this look alike post....I would like to note that Isabel is a mommy's girl....at least for now. I am soaking in every single moment. She wants to be on my hip, sitting on my lap, holding my hand, or tugging at my pants. When I'm around, nothing else exists. I know that it is just a phase...and it will pass. But until then, we are two peas in a pod.

Isabel at 15 months old

Mommy at 11 months old

I wear my sunglasses at night

I have been trying for weeks to warm her up to the idea of sunglasses. I've tried wearing mine around the house and showing her how much fun wearing sunglasses are. Every time the pair came near to her...she would whimper and whine. So, I gave up and left it alone. The Easter Bunny left her a pair in her basket. And same thing...she hated them. Then, out of the blue, she picked them up this afternoon and brought them to me..."THIS.....THIS...THIS". Which means she wants them. She was a little weary at first when I put them on her eyes...UNTIL I showed her a mirror. That was it......she's hooked. She wore them for THREE straight hours....ate dinner, took a bathe, and read books. She also picked out her pjs tonight. So sunglasses, a bunny t-shirt, cupcake shorts, and a mardi gras bead. THE DRESS UP FUN BEGINS!!!

Isabel's 15 month sneak peak

We had Isabel's pictures taken in the French Quarter not too long ago. Here is a sneak peak of what Amy Douet sent. Hopefully, the full gallery will be up soon!!

Easter Sunday

The Hunt in On!!

We had a fabulous weekend in Natchez, MS! And as always stayed very busy with event after event! We had a wonderful time on Saturday at the Holder's Easter Egg Hunt. Isabel was too cute and really got the hang of it! She was very dainty with her little felt basket... she would spot an egg, walk/run up to it, glance at me for approval, gently place the egg in her bunny basket, and then off we go to the next one. SO PRECIOUS!

Sweet and Sour

We went to Outback last Friday night and got the chance to have Uncle Bobby as our waiter. He was terrific and Isabel had a ball. She was so cute and ate soooo well: Half a loaf of that delicious bread, garlic mashed potatoes, cheese, manderin oranges, and a huge bowl of ice cream. We have also recently discovered her love for LEMONS. She is so funny and it is really cute watching her make sour faces. I was able to catch her sour face and a sweet face with ice cream from head to toe and some sweet sugar for Mia.

Hallmark moment

Maria Tartamella Lewis "Aunt ReRe" captured this picture of Isabel and Gianna this past weekend. It looks just like a hallmark card. We had a wonderful time hanging out with Maria and Gianna. It was really great to get the girls together. They are just now getting to an age where they can play together. Although it took Isabel almost an hour to warm up, she had a good time watching little busy bee "G". Gianna is such a doll and soooo smart!! I can't wait for these two to have lots of adventures together. Come see us "G" in New Orleans and we will take you to the ZOO!!!

Here are some more of precious Isabel! Going to visit Aunt ReRe is like having her portraits done!! Thanks Maria for your awesome camera.