Macie's 1st Birthday Party

Macie's 1st birthday party went great! We had over 50 people come and celebrate her turning 1. We had hay rides, side walk chalk, play dough, ball pits, coloring etc. I could have never pulled it off without my mom and Rhea's help. Rhea made the beautiful cupcakes, cookies and Macie's cake. She did such a great job! She even took Macie a couple of times for me so I could get some things done. Macie loved playing out in the grass, going on the hay ride, playing in the ball pits and eating her cake. My main goal for the party was to make sure Macie had a good time. I didn't want to get caught all up in everything and miss her party. Once 12:00 came around I decided to have a good time and to make sure Macie was safe and having a good time. Thank you everybody that came. We really enjoyed seeing everybody.

Macie's First Birthday

Opening up presents

Just arrived at Disney World

Eating her favorite... Popcorn!

Playing at the park with Jayden

Attempting to eat at the restaurant

Getting her horse!!!

Macie tunred 1!!!! I can't believe it!!! This past year has been amazing. We could not have asked for more. Macie has been so much fun to watch grow. Each stage has been great! We are truely blessed. Macie had a wonderful first birthday! Macie woke up at 6:00 am on her birthday. She must have been excited because she normally sleeps in until 8:00am. Her day started off with chocolate donuts and baby einstein (her favorite). I then gave her a couple of gifts and then we got dressed loaded up the car and headed to Disney World (Magic Kingdom). Macie rode Pooh, Peter Pan, the Carousel, It's a small world and a couple of others. She ate popcorn in her stroller and even got a small sip of mommy's soda. On the way out of the park daddy bought Macie a great big balloon with mickey mouse on one side and minnie on the other. Daddy also bought Macie a small Minnie mouse doll. On the way to the car Macie got to ride in the front of the monteral with the driver. She loved tapping on the glass and looking out the window. I think this might have been her favorite part of the day.Macie slept the whole way home and then played with some of her new toys once she got home. After we all took a rest for a hour or so we loaded back up in the car and picked up Jayden. We then took Macie and Jayden to the park and then to eat some pizza at Tony's. Michael and I aren't used to having two kids in a restaurant so after 30 minutes of fighting the kids to stay in the high chairs we decided to pack up and eat the pizza at home. Macie and Jayden came home finished their dinner and Macie got a small cake to eat. Michael and I gave her the rocking/bouncing pony and then Michael gave her a special present he picked out for her just from daddy. It was a hokie pokie Elmo. After all of the presents Macie and Jayden then took a bath together. After Jayden left Macie crashed. This was a big day for a 1 year old!!! I think she had a blast!

Vacation at the Beach

After Thanksgiving Michael, Macie and I drove to Michael's parents beach condo in Crescent Beach. We had such a wonderful time there. On Friday we drove to Jacksonville and hung out with my Aunt and Uncle that we never see. It was so nice seeing them. Macie loved thier little dogs! I'm even considering one day getting her a small poodle like it. I have never been a poodle fan but these 2 dogs are really cute and small. They also don't shed which is great! Maybe in a few years! Saturday we went over to St. Augustine and Sunday we packed up and headed home. We got plenty of rest in and even some time down at the beach. Macie loved playing in the sand and didn't even care that the water was feezing cold! Thanks grammie and poppie for letting us use the condo we had a great time!!!

Macie's new Coupe

My mom making sure Macie isn't peeking




Walking over to her new coupe!!!

Taking a look at her new ride

Already playing with cellphones while she drives



Soooo excited!!!

My girl!!!!

My mom, Rick and Natalie came over today for dinner and brought Macie's birthday present with them. They wanted to give it to her early because we will be going out of town on her Birthday and I just couldn't wait until the party! I knew that Macie was going to love her new coupe! She has been in love with Jayden's and Payton's for the past couple of weeks. She also loves riding in the cars attached to the grocery carts at the stores. I have learned that I cannot start my car before I put Macie in her carseat because she gets a hold of my steering wheel and will not let go! If I have the time I normally let her pretend she is driving for five minutes or so. She turns the windshield wipers on and off, plays with the radio and every other button she can reach. I don't know what it is but she is fascinated with steering wheels and driving cars! Her new car is a princess coupe with a cellphone! She seemed to like the cellphone even more than the car at times. She loves it! Thank you grandma, grandpa and Aunt Natalie!

Light up Ocala

Light up Ocala is normally one of the fun things we do every year. However, this year it was way to crowded. We basically parked the car after driving in cricles for 15 minutes looking for a parking spot and then fought crowds for 30 minutes and then loaded back up and went home. You can tell by the look on Macie's face that is wasn't all that fun! But at least we can say we went to light up Ocala this year :) Hopefully next year it won't be so bad.

Bolt Premier

Michael, Macie and I went to the premier of Bolt in Ocala with Michael's family. There was a meet and greet, VIP tent and all of easy street was rented out which meant unlimited arcade games, rock climbing wall, putt putt golfing, and go carts. Macie liked the space shuttle ride the best. After all of the playing at easy street we walked over to the movie theatre and watched Bolt. It was a great movie! Macie watched most of it and then fell asleep right when it was over. We had a great time there and hanging out with the family.

Macie is 11 months

Macie is a little over 11 months now! Wow has time gone by fast. Macie is starting to walk eveywhere. She is also starting to climb on things. The other day I turned my head for a minute and looked back and Macie had crawled up on the fireplace. She was sitting there with her legs crossed just looking at me. Of course I freaked out because I didn't want her to get hurt. Macie is so full of life and is so much fun. She loves playing with friends and especially her mommy :) I am so thankful to have her in my life. Thanks Cindi for taking this picture!