Baby's turning two...

I cannot, cannot, cannot believe it, but Brooke will be two in just 4 short days!! The two years of precious time with her has literally flown by, and I am so proud of the happy, smart, kind-hearted little girl she has become. I am thankful for everyone in our "village" -- helping us over the past two years, to care for and raise our little darling. Mostly, I am thankful for God's grace, and the infinite amount of patience he has granted, as we have navigated the uncharted waters of parenting. I know we are EONS from being finished (and for that I am so very grateful)--but two years just seems so huge! Brooke is a little girl! Not a newborn, or an infant, or a baby, or a toddler...a little girl.

In honor of her big day on Saturday, here is the rundown of Brooke's day to day life:

She is a sweetie...she now tells Daddy and I "Yove You" whenever she hears us say it. She gives "hugs and love" to anyone who asks, blows kisses after saying "bye bye" and likes to be rocked for a few minutes before nap and bed time.

She is a helper...she LOVES to help Mommy unload the dishwasher, sort and fold laundry, swiffer the floors, turn off the TV and lights when we leave a room, and lock and unlock the car.

She is rambunctious...she loves to run in the sprinkler, climb the stairs, dance dance dance, spin in circles till she's dizzy, play "Ring around the Rosies," and swim at the big pool.

She is social...time with friends is her favorite! She gets so excited to see her friend Connor who lives next door, and the 2 jump up and down squealing when they reunite. She loves playdates with her friends from church, sharing toys and snacks in church, and meeting other kids at the pool and park.

She is  dare devil...She is not afraid of anything. She has no problem putting her face in the water at the pool, climbing to the top of the biggest slides and sliding down alone, she seems to think she is much older, and will try anything!

She is a little Mommy...she loves to rock and pat her babies, change their clothes, wrap them up in blankets, feed them, give them baths, and cover them in kisses.

She loves to sing...her favorite songs are "Twinkle Twinkle..." and "Jesus Loves Me" but she also loves to sing along with radio songs, sing the "Hot Dog Song" and repeat anything that Mommy sings.

She is our pride and joy!...we could not feel more blessed watching her grow and getting to share her with the world. She is our little miracle and we love her so.

Happy 2nd Birthday, Brooke Camille Davis!!!

Growing...

Yes, if you haven't heard the news already, we are expecting another little Davis! God is so good, and we are so excited! Thanks to everyone who was praying for us during the "trying" phase...God has seen fit to make us parents again! We are expecting our precious new gift around January 26th. With a long road ahead, and so much to do, continued prayers would be appreciated. We love you all!

B-J-B & Baby

Link to the Tanya Alexandra Gallery

This is the link to the Tanya Alexandra photo gallery. You may view the photos and purchase them, if you wish.

http://www.facebook.com/l/9d4f9bo4sAQ91p-kScFKVPu4yvA/web5.sendtoprint.net/proofbook/BrookeD/Cover.asp?sets=BrookeD

More from the model shoot

The files are pretty big, so I cannot upload all of the pictures to this site, but Tanya should have some on her website also. Once she places them in a gallery, via the link, you could purchase prints from her, if you would like. She did a really amazing job...the pictures are beautiful.

Our little model

Gorgeous new pictures of our baby girl, courtesy of Tanya Alexandra Photography. Brooke modeled for Tanya's website portfolio on Monday May 23rd. www.tanyaalexandraphoto.com

Can you believe there is less than a month before Brooke turns two??!! Nope, me neither...

Easter

Yes, I know...I am really late posting Easter pics. Needless to say, life has been busy...or Mommy has been lazy; you choose.

We had a lovely celebration of our risen Lord and Saviour! We started the day in church, and came home to cook a lovely Easter feast. We were joined for lunch by Uncle Drew and Aunt Mimi, and after lunch, we enjoyed a variety of desserts, and then wrapped up the day with Brooke's 1st Easter egg hunt! She did GREAT! Without any practice or training, she somehow knew just what to do! We were so proud.

It is in these precious moments that we again realize just how blessed we are to be raising our precious girl. God is so good! May you delight in His victory over death, and the precious gift of life, which we now receive!

Till next time...hugs,

Jenn*Brad*Brooke

Spring time in Texas!

One of the many joys of living in Texas is spring time,when all of the GORGEOUS bluebonnets start to bloom, and you can take your kids, and plop them down in a field of flowers, on a nice day, and try and try to get the perfect Texas Bluebonnet picture! My first attempt at doing so this season, was on Friday April 1st. We ventured out to Creekside Park in the Woodlands, with some of our very favorite church friends, and took lots of pictures in the flowers. Brooke did not exactly enjoy it (I cannot imagine why), but she eventually cooperated, somewhat. As much as Brooke would hope otherwise, this will not be last photo session in the bluebonnets for this season. Although the bluebonnets in the Woodlands were nice, EVERYONE knows that the BEST Texas bluebonnets are in Washington County...and very soon we will head out to Chappel Hill for Bluebonnet pics, Round 2!

Might as well know...

...that this spring, we will be trying for baby #2! We hope and pray that God blesses us with another precious little one, to add to our already abundantly blessed home. Please keep us in your prayers.

Thoughts on the "terrible twos"

You don't have to tell me how long it's been since I have posted anything on this blog...I am well aware that two months have gone by with not a word from The Davis Family. For that, I apologize.

So, since Christmas, we have been busy. Brooke is growing and changing, and she still amazes me daily. My heart just swells with love and pride when I look at her--I still cannot believe what a sweet miracle she is...

As we near her 2nd birthday, a little attitude is emerging, and I can see that the so-called "terrible twos" will not be bypassing our little darling. She is not above throwing herself on the ground at a moment's notice, when and if she does not get her way. I handle this as any good mother would, by laughing...

You see, I am determined to not let this tiny little person get the best of me. I am determined to always be the adult in the situation, and to try and appreciate this new stage of independence and strong willed behavior, as one of the many wonderful, albeit, trying stages of our precious daughter's life. After all, I want her to be strong willed. I want her to stand her ground and stick to her guns. I want her to form opinions and decide what's for her, and what is not. I want her to be outgoing and persevering...not taking no for an answer...at least I think I do. Right?

So, as I was saying... I am going to embrace the terrible twos, taking advantage of teachable moments and the humor in every situation, all the while showing her the understanding, patience, and unconditional love that our Father in heaven shows us all, each and every day.

We will just say that somedays are better than others and leave it at that...

the "Fancy" Christmas pics

Brooke's Christmas dress was just too cute NOT to take pictures in...so, enjoy!