12 month measurements

Kate's 12 month well-baby doctor appointment actually fell on her birthday this time around.

She wasn't a fan of sitting on the scale. And I mistakingly thought she was only getting one shot, but she got three. So I didn't give her Tylenol ahead of time. But she seems to be OK so far.

We also asked the doctor to fill out the medical forms for her little "preschool" that is starting up in less than a month! Boy - the summer is going by so quickly!!

Anyway, so here are her measurements. She's a healthy and happy baby girl overall!

weight = 23lbs 5oz (80th percentile)
height = 30-3/8" (85th percentile)
head = 18-1/4" (80th percentile)

One year ago today...at this very moment...

...Nick and I just came in from eating breakfast on the porch...and my water broke! And that was the only contribution that my body made towards delivering Kate all day. :)

She was born just before midnight:


Blowing out the candle at her birthday party:


Unimpressed with the texture of cake:


But enjoyed feeding it to Daddy:


LOVES to ride around on her little ladybug:


For more pics of her party click here.

And to see my fav pics from this first year click here. :D

I can easily say that this has been the best year of my life - so much more challenging, fun, and rewarding than I ever thought it could be. I'm still completely in love with my sweet little girl. We'll see how toddlerhood changes that... ;)

Happy Birthday Kate!!