dear isabella.

i just had to blog tonight after looking through some old pictures of you. even though most of them were taken a few months ago, you've changed so much since then. you're growing up so fast and it makes me tear up a bit. where did the time go?

you melt my heart. you are the sweetest girl i know. you just love everyone especially daddy. i love how excited you get when he comes home but breaks my heart to see your face when he leaves in the morning. you'll do anything for his attention. you LOVE ice cream cones. i love how obsessed you are with your sister. you have been such a huge help since she arrived. whether its getting me a burp cloth or keeping her company while i step out of the room, you'll do anything for her. i cant wait to see the two of you grow up together and know you'll be the best of friends! you're such a klutz! you literally fall 20 times day {you take after your mom}. you're a ball of energy and would probably never stop if nap and bed time weren't a requirement. i absolutely love your smile and love the way you make others smile. you love to dance and sing. you're obsessed with singing actually and love listening to you belt out the words to your favorite songs {lulu, twinkle twinkle, farmer and the dell and "brave"}. i can't help but sit outside your door during nap and listen to your sweet voice as you sing away. you're such a girl. whenever we leave the house, you must take your purse and either a bracelet or necklace. then when we get in the car, sunglasses are a must! you love playing with your dolls, cooking up "dinner" as you say in your play kitchen. you enjoy painting, coloring and practicing your letters. you love being outside. you love reading stories.

this week you overcame a HUGE fear and started going #2 on the potty!! i'm so proud of you for doing this all on your own. through many tears and frustration, you did it!! so i guess i can finally say you're potty trained :) except we still stay safe at night time and pad you up.

you are full of life and i have learned so much from you. i'm so thankful to be your mama.

learning how to ride a bike.

"the face"

pumpkin painting

best friends

in your words, "i need coffee" 

enjoying a favorite