Happy Halloween!

Mia went trick-or-treating with the neighborhood kids. She had so much fun going door to door, especially since she got to walk with the big kids. We're afraid we might have a future politician or vacuum saleswoman on our hands.

Quack Quack Quack

Mia is a duck this year for Halloween.  Hopefully we'll get more pictures up soon.

Bye-Bye Anna

Mia got a chance to hang out with her friend Anna one last time before Anna moved to Boston.




It really seemed like the girls knew what was happening as Mia kept saying "Bye-Bye" and they hugged and gave each other kisses. It was very sweet. We wish Todd, Kate, and Anna best of luck and can't wait to see them again!

Pumpking Picking

We had a great time picking out pumpkins this year.
She had a bit more fun playing in the patch than picking out a pumpkin.
In the end, she decided that the best pumpkin seat made the best pumpkin to take home.

Pictures from Nina and Taid's

Mia had a great time playing in the beautiful fall weather at her Nina and Taid's house.

Apple Picking

We traveled up to a farm in Maryland to go apple picking with the Keatings. Mia had a great time both watching the farm animals and picking (or rather eating) the apples.

Hanging out in the Neighborhood

Here are some photos Dad took from a morning walk around the neighborhood and up to the playground.

It started off playing with Daddy through the storm door.

Then a walk up to the school fields.
Mia is saying "touchdown" here and holding her hands up like goal posts.

And finally, we reached the playground.

Dinner and a Play Date

We spent Saturday evening at Sienna's house to see some of Mia's friends (and their parents, too). Sadly, Mom and Dad forgot to bring the camera so you'll have to go over to Sienna's blog to see the cute pictures.

A big thank you to Sienna's mom and dad for a wonderful evening. Mia had a blast with all of Sienna's toys (a friend's toys are always better than your own) and Mom and Dad had a great time with all the parents.

A Saturday in Old Town

We spent a beautiful Saturday morning in Old Town Alexandria. Mia visited the Old Presbyterian Meeting House (founded 1172) and had a great time playing on the front steps before we headed to the Farmer's Market.

15 Month Stats

Yes, it was already time for another regular check-up (and more shots) for Mia. Here's what we found out:

Height - 30 1/2" (up 2 ") - 50th percentile
Weight - 20 lbs 12 oz (up 2 lbs) - 25th percentile
Attitude - Mia does not like to be poked and prodded and is happy to tell the doctor so.

Mia showed off her verbal skills by telling the doctor "Done, Done, Done" when she was checking Mia's tummy and legs. Clearly, Mia thought she could influence the doctor's actions. At least the doctor has a good sense of humor and got a kick out of it.

Mia also got a few vaccines and her flu shot. She was not pleased, especially as she was getting stuck right at nap time so she was extra moody.

All around, a happy healthy child.