Head Up Munchkin

Peyton was so proud of herself this morning, not only did she roll over to her tummy but she then started picking her head up. She was able to hold herself up and even pose for the camera. She gets bigger and stronger everday!

Happy Girl

After a long visit to the doctor's office yesterday and an even longer nap, Miss Peyton woke up in a very happy mood and ready to eat. I tried to get her to stop chewing on her hand to get some good shots but I wasn't very successful. The doctor said all the drooling and hand chewing means teeth are on the way. :)

Only picture without the yummy hand.
"Oh Mom, leave me alone."

"Yummiest blanket ever."

"Um, can I help you mom?"

"Mom, I want to smile but my hand tastes so good!"

4 Month Doctor Visit

Today Peyton had her 4 month doctor visit. It went pretty well, except the doctor was running an hour behind schedule. However, she did fine until it came time for the dreaded shots. She was tired and ready for a nap and shots were not on her agenda. She did very well, all things considered, and is napping as I type. Here are her latest stats:

Weight: 15 pounds - 75th percentile

Height: 26.5 inches - 95th percentile (tall girl)

Head: 50th percentile

The doctor said she is healthy and progressing perfectly. I will post a few pictures later when she wakes up.

Happy Monday

A baby will make love stronger, days shorter, nights longer, bankroll smaller, home happier, clothes shabbier, the past forgotten and the future worth living for.

New Favorites

I know these have already been posted but they are my new favorite pics of Peyton. What is your favorite?

I don't want a nap...

Peyton's Dad really wanted a quick nap before class but she had different ideas.

All Smiles

Hope everyone has a great weekend and Go Gators!!!

Happy 4 Months - Yesterday!

Yesterday Peyton turned 4 months old. Happy Birthday Pey! Also, the dress she is wearing was a very special gift from her Aunt Amanda. She couldn't look cuter!

Laundry Day

It will be nice when she can actually help me fold the laundry but for now I will take her as my entertainement.

Almost There

Peyton rolled over for the first time on Sunday afternoon. First thing this morning she did it again. So I grabbed the camera to catch her in action. Unfortunately all I was able to capture were some solid attempts.

Sweet Little Cow

Finally the weather has turned and Peyton is able to wear some of her adorable cool weather outfits. This morning I bundled her up for our walk in her sweet little cow jacket. Hopefully the weather will stay like this because she enjoys our walks very much!

Tex Mex Taco Soup

My intention when starting the blog was solely to post pictures of Peyton but I am going to deviate today and add a recipe. Mostly because I have told several of you lately about my taco soup and wanted to share the recipe with you. So here goes...



Tiffany's Tex Mex Chicken Taco Soup (I am calling it mine because I stole it from Emeril and changed it)



1/2 cup diced onions

1/2 cup diced green bell peppers

1 tablespoon minced garlic

vegetable oil

1 whole rotisserie chicken shredded

1 package taco seasoning mix

1 (8 ounce) jar salsa

1 (14 ounce) can kernel corn

1 (16 ounce) can ranch style beans

2 (4 ounce) cans tomato paste

2 (14 ounce) can chicken broth (I use low sodium)

1 (8 ounce) package fat free cream cheese



Directions: Saute onions, green peppers and garlic in a small amount of vegetable oil. Add chicken, taco seasoning, beans tomato paste and broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes. Place cream cheese in separate bowl. Using a measuring cup take some of the hot liquid from soup pot and pour over cream cheese to melt. Then add the mixture back to soup. Simmer on low another 10 minutes. Serve with tortilla chips and

The Pumpkin Patch

Today was Peyton's first ever trip to the pumpkin patch. Doubt she will remember it when she is older but Mike and I will forever.

Halloween Dress Rehearsal

We decided to do a test run on Peyton's Halloween costume. Here are the results. Can't wait for the actual day!

I Love Daddy

One of Peyton's favorite times of day is when her Daddy gets home to play with her.

Having a talk about how each other's day went.

Tuckered out after all the fun.