A December of Firsts

At Avery's last appointment, we learned that a recent growth spurt placed her at the 75th percentile for length, up from the 50th percentile just the month before!  She's getting very strong, loves to "stand," and can now roll over from her tummy to her back.  Tummy time isn't as traumatic anymore, and it sure doesn't last as long.;)

Our tree is highly decorated about two feet above the ground. ;)

Our bundled little elf.

On our way to the Festival of Trees fundraising event.

The girls.

I like that yummy one!

The best part of the festival... coloring Frosty!

One sad little balding elf. 

I love Aunt Tiffany!

When going outside in the dark, chilly night to stomp on circles cast from Christmas lights, one must wear the appropriate attire.

Santa and his newest elf.

And here is Santa's other elf in her picture with Santa.  Oh, that's right, this is as close as she would get to the man in the red suit.

The coolest... Christmas lights... EVER!

Okay, I decided to attempt another photo shoot with these models.  At first, it wasn't looking too promising...

...but *gasp* a decent picture surfaced!

I am quitting while I'm ahead! :)

"Look, Mom, a snowman!"

"Mom, can I hold Avery?"  OF COURSE!  (And yes, I had to take a gazillion pictures of this monumental moment... our biggest "first" of the month!)

So sweet.

Sweet smiles.

Holding hands.

Dance, dance, dance!

Uh oh.

Oh, no!

Just what shade of red would you call that?  Okay, okay, Avery, we're done!

I wrapped my present for Avery!

But she can't open it until Christmas!

MERRY CHRISTMAS, EVERYONE!!!