Amy @ Reflections

After being disappointed with almost every hair cut that I have gotten for a couple of years... I met someone here in the Savannah/Pooler area that is AWESOME!!! She is not only a very talented stylist, but she's also very sweet. Remember the days of going to the hair salon and chatting, relaxing, and getting pretty? I actually had one of those days and it was wonderful! Everyone at Reflections (the salon that Amy works at) was super nice. Even though they were all busy, they didn't make anyone feel rushed. That in it's self deserves a metal in this day and age. If I am willing to put a personal recommendation on our family blog... then I hope you understand that it is sincere.

AMY

Reflections Salon and Day Spa

1002 US Hwy West Ste D

Pooler, GA 31322

(912)748-3588

Time to Catch Up

Lots of things have been going on that I have neglected to post. I will try to catch up a little over the next few days.

April is a great helper! Oh and you can hear her say her new favorite word. :)

This was all because I wouldn't let her turn off the computer. She's not always all smiles and giggles.

THAT'S MY GIRL!!!

OK, so Salina told me the other day that April turned on my cd player and ejected a couple of cd's. She failed to tell me though which two cd's she got. This is how I know she is my baby girl. April pulled out RUSH's "Counterparts" cd and also "Roll the Bones." We said she would have GREAT musical taste.

Busy girl

Our little girl has been quite the busy girl.

• hiding in Ti's crate
• lounging in her walker (I had to lower it to the ground because she was trying to climb onto it. )
• walking EVERYWHERE! I will try to have some video soon.
• getting new teeth (6 so far - 4 on the bottom 2 up top.)

Shark Week!!! YAY!!!!!!

This is a very important message for anyone who has a "shark geek" that is close to them. For the next week they may seem distant and even irritated if you attempt to call or text them from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM EST. This is largely due to the fact that Discovery Channel is featuring it's annual "Shark Week". Please try to be patient and understanding with your loved ones. They will normally slip out of the trance a few days after Shark Week is over. (Many of them will still stare blankly at the TV for a few days waiting for this knowledge implantation to continue.) While this can be the most frustrating time for those surrounding a geek it is still very important for you to offer as much support as you can.

If they attempt to share their new knowledge it is well advised to smile, nod, and give a occasional "Really" or "You don't say". DO NOT try to distract them. They may recognize your well meaning ploy and become agitated.

All kidding aside. This is a very important week for many ocean lovers and shark enthusiast. There is a plethora of information that I, and many other geeks, have received from watching far to many hours of Discovery Channel. If you feel so inclined, please take a moment to educate your self and your family about what you can do to help save these incredible and magnificent creatures.

Thank you for your time and understanding.

Salina Robbins
Shark Geek Extraordinare

PS - PLEASE do not call during the above times unless it is an absolute emergency. Just kidding. I have voicemail. :)

Birthday Girl

It happened! April turned one year old this past Thursday. She had a birthday party at her GranNana and GranPapa's house in Waycross, Ga on Saturday. As you can see.... She LOVED her cake and homemade peach icecream!!!

All Smiles!!!

Sharing Cake with her Daddy!

April LOVED the homemade peach ice cream! She kept saying "Ummmmm!" Yes... I know.. I'm silly for doing the Jaws and shark things... But it is Shark Week!

Look MOM! NO HANDS!!!

RUSH!

Jon got to enjoy a RUSH show in Atlanta last night.

Also Rush was on The Colbert Report 7/16!! It was great! We both had a blast watching it! If you have a few mintues, check it out.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=jSVrWcLuu5o - Clip of the show

Pucker Up Baby!

After keeping people from doing this to our child I finally gave in. This is is April's first taste of a lemon. We were at our favorite Mexican restaurant, Cancun Cafe.

April learning to walk

We went to Hull Park today with Ms Bailey and her crew! April had a blast... well we both did.

Busy past few days..

Earlier today April took her first steps with out assistance! I was so excited I called Jon at work. LOL She took 8 steps and then fell on her bum. But, MAN was she proud of herself!

Last Sunday we went to Waycross for a visit. April got to go on her first four-wheeler ride with her Aunt Tammy.

I have a video, but it wouldn't upload. In the picture withe April is her Aunt Tammy and her cousins Chance and Faith.She also got to meet several family members for the first time. We had fun seeing everyone.

Sorry I didn't get more pictures, I was busy visiting.

Our "Dancing Queen"

This was taken this morning. I hope you can see it.. The sun wasn't all the way up. LOL

April is hitting her new Zebra (that we got from a very nice lady on FreeCycle.com) so it makes music. Then dancing and laughing. If you watch close you can also see her do her newest trick... Letting go of things and standing on her own.

Trip to ATL

We went to Atlanta this week for a wedding of a very good friend. We are very excited for him and his new bride!!! We have plenty to share. I will try to get it all on here. LOL

Yes! That is my wonderful husband, JON ROBBINS, pretty in pink! Jon was a groomsman and looked very hansom in his tux. Pink or No Pink!

First Dance? There may not be any music playing, but that has never stopped April for dancing to the soundtrack in her head before. :)

April hung out with GrandMa for a little while and this is how I found her. LOL Not that GrandMa was complaining.

This is just for fun!!! Chad loves his Maw Maw and I can see why!!!

Couple of cute moments.

Daddy, Can I have a pony?

(Our friend Amanda got April this Webkins pony. She loves this thing! It may only be a matter of time before we have to explain that she can't have a pony in an apartment. )

April loves her puppies and kitties so much, she even tries to share her toys with them. The ball of fluff is Max.

Adventure in Soft Play

We went to the Soft Play with Ms Bailey and her crew today and April had a blast! Today she decided that she was a big girl and wanted to go on adventure. This was her second attempt. (As long as I can see her and she is safe.. I let her explore.)

After that we went to story time only to find out that it had been canceled. Ms Casandra was nice enough to do a short story time for us though. It was all about BUGS!

I should explain now...

I should get this out in the open now and explain..
Bot of April's doctors recommended getting her ears pierced while she is a baby. I question the doctors and asked many other moms why they had it done. They all said the same thing. They will heal faster and since mom is the one taking care of them, you know that they are being cared for properly. Jon and I discussed it and decide to get them pierced.
Now having said that... Jon was is so right! I think it may have been harder on me than it was on her. I nearly had a panic attack while I was sittitng in the chair with her. LOL and she may have cried a minute, if that! Honestly, I still question getting it done before she was old enough to ask to have it done. (It seemed to be a right of passage in our family.) But most of the time, I'm glad we got it done.
So yes, if you blow up the pictures with her sippy cup, you will indeed see an earring in her perfect little ears.