REALLY Bad Mommy

Since I last posted many things have happened most importantly our baby is no longer a baby. She is now two, and has the most compassionate soul, it pains her to see people unhappy and is quick to give even strangers a rub on the back and a reassuring, "It's okay" to help them through.

I feel so bad not sharing her with the world through this blog but will not apologize for all the time, kisses, giggles, and cuddles not typing this has afforded me.

The other thing that is taking all of Natalie's energy is the idea of becoming a big sister. In just a few short months we will be adding a little sister to our family. While Natalie is very excited she did ask me the other day, "How you going to take good care of two babies?" I am sad that these questions also enter her mind but I am sure with her as my right-hand gal that there will be no problems getting this next one the love and attention that she deserves.

I am proud that after 2 years I still remember my password to this and will update with some new pics of Natalie and some stories of this pregnancy! That is if anyone is still out there.

Bad Mommy!

Well here I am again making excuses for the lack of updates. I guess I have been taking Facebook for granted and figuring that people are seeing pictures and reading updates there. Natalie is growing into such an amazing little girl. She is crawling, smiling, laughing, and now clapping up a storm. She loves to play peek-a-boo and will use anything that she find to entertain people with her cuteness, which is not a difficult task for her.

Since my last post we have both had a our 1st official Mother's and Father's Day. Here is recap of our activities and some pictures:

Mother's Day coincided with her 8 month b-day. The day included a morning trip to the zoo, brunch, and a visit to the bay.



Father's Day was a chance for Craig to sleep in a hike at Torrey Pines and then a dinner of Pizza!

Nor Cal

After being home a couple days from New York Natalie and I headed North for visits and Easter in Half Moon Bay. From there we went around and Natalie got to meet all her Aunties Marsha, Maria, and Christine. She also had some playdates with Parker, Colton and Carter and they became fast friends.

We had a great Easter. Natalie enjoyed her Easter basket, especially the grass, filled with Puffs, bunnies, and bubbles. Later we went to the neighbors and Addison practiced her big sister skills by rocking Natalie in the car seat. Many of the adults were a little nervouse with the speed that Addie was rocking her, but Natalie loved it and laughed and smiled the entire time.

New York Trip

Hard to believe that it has been a month since we were in New York. We went to see our friend Elyse get married. It was a wonderful trip and Natalie did amazing on the plane and seemed to have no problem sleeping in the hotel room. What seemed to be Natalie's biggest problem was having to wear so many layers of clothing, she is a true California girl.

We had such a good time at the wedding and it was wonderful to see Elyse so happy and to finally meet Roger. They have wonderful friends and family who made us feel very welcomed in the Big Apple.



Some photos of our adventures
Thought she looked like a doll behind her plastic rain cover

Grandma Susan wanted to make sure Natalie went on a carriage ride, she was asleep in 2 minutes

The family in Times Square

Getting food at Carnegie Deli

We also had the opportunity to meet with Craig's Aunt and Uncle. We were treated to a great lunch and Natalie got loved on. Very fun day.

On the plane home...she did SO great!

6 Months Old

Okay so today Natalie is really seven months old but it has taken so long to get this updated I will let you know the highlights of the six month appointment.

She tips the scale at 15lb 14oz (50 percentile)
Length: 26 1/4 in (80 percentile)

The Dr is so pleased with her progress. We are continuing the use of the Prevacid and will do a trial without it once we return from all our travels. Her are some pictures from her six month photo shoot with her bear.

Oh and for those of you in the "Big Bib Haters Club" some rare pictures of her without bibs.

Disneyland

Initially Natalie and I were going to ride up to Disneyland for the day. I thought that it would be a fun inexpensive day because I could get in free for my birthday. Sadly I think that Craig and my Mom came along not for my birthday but because they didn't want to miss Natalie's first Disney experience. Her favorite rides seemed to be Small World and Pooh's Honey Pots.

Her first ride Peter Pan which is our favorite Disney movie

In front of the Princess castle with Dad...something I am sure he will learn all about in the next few years.

With Dad and Grandma getting ready for the Small World overload

Waiting for Pooh's Honey Pots and a smile

A little Natalie attitude

Tuckered out

Photography by Dylan

We got together at our friends house for a yummy brunch and to celebrate the news of Jeff and Tracy having baby 3! Dylan (who is almost 4) was a natural when we put the camera in his hands. We got some great candid shots of the brunch and a lesson in what the world looks like to a 3 year old. Enjoy!

Jilli

Ellie

Julie, Koreen & Baby Corbett

Mama and Baby Corbett

Jilli's Daddy

Dylan's Dad

Papa Corbett

Mama Dorfman

Me & Natalie (More Natalie than me!)

Edited to add pics of the photographer (how could I forget?)