Annabel was much more awake during the day yesterday – it’s like she read all these comments and was like, “no one is turning ME upside down!”
The weather here in LA has been absolutely beautiful – borderline hot, even – so we all went on a nice walk. After a while Annie got a little squirmy in her stroller, so I laid her down on a nice patch of grass.
Rigby had fun, too:
Annie is so fun when she’s awake. But, she already is showing major attitude. I will tell her not to do something, and she’ll still do it.
if you can’t see the video above, click here
I’m clearly going to have a big problem with this kid.
PS the video is early this week because I have an important post for Friday!
Seraphim says:
Those photos are the most adorable thing I have seen today, or will probably see tomorrow. Happy St Patrick’s Day to you all xxx
.-= Seraphim´s last blog ..Toddler terror and a lovely giveaway =-.
InDueTime says:
Isn’t the spring weather just lovely? We’re hoping to go to the beach Saturday.
Annabel so cute! Love that smile, even if she isn’t a good listener yet lol
Looking forward to tomorrows post!
.-= InDueTime´s last blog ..Typical + A Favor or Two =-.
Deeds says:
I’ll take a chicken biskit and a smile to go please! She really is looking a lot like her daddy…..so cute!
Susan says:
Love that shy look, then sideways grin…kinda sly and sweet.
Fabulous day of sun in So Cal today!!!
Thinking of you and your family and wishing you peace and serenity in special moments.
claire says:
Annabel’s adorable!
Kisha Floren says:
You better crack down on that defiance and extreme cuteness before she becomes a juvenile delinquent.:) And I still want to eat her. Just a little bite, maybe?
.-= Kisha Floren´s last blog ..I Should Be A Millionaire =-.
Lesley O says:
What a lovely smile. Makes my heart melt.
Oh oh…I feel my ovaries stiring again!
Chrisie says:
OMG! I thought that was a video of Mike at first!
HAHAHA!!
(((HUGS)))
Krissa says:
That look she gave right before she smiled…ha ha!! She is such a cutie and it’s easy to see how happy she is. Rigby looks happy, too! I forgot all about St. Pat’s Day! It’s not celebrated in Germany, but you’d think I wouldn’t forget it so easily after growing up in the States … and having a bit of Irish blood myself. Glad you guys had a fun, happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Ella says:
Absolutely adorable xxx
.-= Ella´s last blog ..When a house is no longer a home =-.
CarrieB says:
She’s just yummy. Want to sink my teeth into those chubby little legs (in a good way!). Looks like her daddy.
.-= CarrieB´s last blog ..Full circle =-.
Sue says:
She is an absolute DOLL BABY,,,OMG,,,that smile is sooooo precious!
Lynn from For Love or Funny says:
Beautiful photos, Heather!
.-= Lynn from For Love or Funny´s last blog ..My husband won’t notice that I’m cheating, will he? =-.
Kate @ UpsideBackwards says:
Ooooh, yeah, big problems with that one. You’ll have terrible trouble resisting the cuteness!
.-= Kate @ UpsideBackwards´s last blog ..Half-way there =-.
J in eire says:
Sooooo cute…. Am loving the outfit… Happy Paddy’s Day from Ireland, there’s a definite link back to ithe old sod..my kids love to disobey me too…..
Mary says:
I love the little coy smirk she gives her mommy a little way into the video…I can see her eyes filled with love for you Heather. Much joy to you, Mike and your little Lucky Charm.
dysfunctional mom says:
I LOVE that first picture! She’s adorable.
Megan says:
She is a super cutie!
.-= Megan´s last blog ..What is wrong with his hair? =-.
Sarah P says:
Awwww. She’s so freaking cute. Look at all that mommy love on her face. *sigh*
charlane says:
Such a sweet little smile!
.-= charlane´s last blog ..Proof Of Cake =-.
Lindsay from Florida says:
More than anything, it’s wonderful hearing your awesomely beautiful “mom voice” again in these videos. So much love in your voice (and coming right back from Annie’s eyes and smile).
cindy w says:
Aw, I love that video. Her defiant streak has kicked in early. Not sure if that means she takes after you or Mike.
Also, that first picture on the blanket is fantastic.
.-= cindy w´s last blog ..couch-to-5 wha? =-.
Elizabeth says:
Oh, that smile! So cute.
Mary Ann says:
LOVE those pictures! We are having a beautiful spring day in NJ after last weeks 5 straight days of torrential rain, I feel just like Rigby. Have a great day!
Vickie Couturier says:
She is so cute! an she does look just like her Dad,I thought so when she was born ,but more so now,its a good thing he’s a handsome fella.
Jen says:
She is just beautiful!!! I remember those days of first smiles they are just the best!! I hope you are enjoying every single second of her she’s amazing!!!
Jess says:
Awww, she’s chunky & perfectly adorable!!
ALSO
YUM YUM YUM chicken in a biskit crackers!!!!!
.-= Jess´s last blog ..Work gets in the way of online time! =-.
defendUSA says:
Just like when you’re feeding a baby and open your mouth when you flying the spoon in for landing, I was smiling every time you said, “don’t smile”!
She is so gorgeous!!
Molly says:
Awww! I couldn’t get my daughter to smile at me that early–just the brick wall behind me or the ceiling fan or lamp. What a good kid!
Leslie says:
She’s smiling already? Wow, the time flies by … she is absolutely adorable, and it’s great to hear the happiness in your voice, too.
Linda Campbell says:
What a beautiful smile! Makes me melt!! Believe it or not, we are having nice weather here in Canada too!!
Nikki says:
The look on her face is so adorable! It’s like she’s thinking “I wont smile.. I wont smile… I won’t smile… can’t do it! *SMILE*” She is preciousness defined.
I am so glad to hear the happiness in your voice! What a sweet family you all are!
XOXO from GA,
Nikki
Deborah says:
That video is SO funny! I love it! The little pout was fantastic!
(((hugs)))
.-= Deborah´s last blog ..Bleeding Heart =-.
Anne DiNapoli says:
I love Annie’s pics. She is adorable! That is the cutest St. Patrick’s Day shirt ever.
.-= Anne DiNapoli´s last blog ..Inspiration Part 1 =-.
Katie C. says:
Now that is the cutest lucky charm EVAH!!!!!
Julia says:
Those cheeks are just delicious! She is getting so big. xoxo
.-= Julia´s last blog ..On Love and Long Weekends =-.
Christine says:
Oh my…what a smile!!
She’s just a little dolly!
Momttorney says:
Those smiles are the best :o) Such a yummy little girl!
Sara says:
Adorable! Of course, you are telling her “don’t smile” in a fun voice, so you are confusing the poor thing! I love these videos!
Jess says:
Oh my she is just so adorable!!!
Kate says:
The baby is of course adorable, but I had trouble concentrating on her, ’cause I was so focused on the Chickin in a Biskit crackers behind her….oh my, you have good taste in crackers…..yummmm
.-= Kate´s last blog ..Slainte! =-.
Alicia @bethsix says:
I can already tell she’s changed! Her legs are looking less like little spindly newborn legs and more like baby legs. SO CUTE! And she looks just like Mike!
.-= Alicia @bethsix´s last blog ..Bethsack!: The Contents =-.
Jenn says:
OMG – she is adorable!!! I loved her little side smile and then a big full grin. When she did that, I couldn’t help but cry happy tears…she is sooo darn cute!!! Seeing her smile reminds me how easily and frequent Maddie would smile…seems like all you had to do is call her name. 2 sweet baby girls!!
Enjoy your “summer” like days!! I can relate…okay, well maybe a little b/c it has been very warm here to!! Wel…for Canadian standards.
Hope your anouncement on Friday is a positive one.
Take Care,
Jenn
J says:
Oh, she’s getting so big!
And as much as I love baby pictures, it always makes me so happy to see pictures of Rigby as well. What can I say? I’m a total sucker for dogs *and* babies.
.-= J´s last blog ..Five good things =-.
Trisha Vargas says:
Love the sweet little grin. Annie is just too cute!!
(((HUGS))) from Florida
amanda says:
LOVE that girl!
.-= amanda´s last blog ..croup is poop. =-.
Marti from Michigan says:
SOOOOOOO sweet! You two are blessed for sure.
It’s sunny here in Michigan too, but…..they are predicting several inches of heavy, wet snow for this weekend. We’re not quite done with winter yet. Spring/summer are coming though.
Thank you for sharing your lives with all of us out here in blog-land.
monica says:
oh my word. That face, I just wanna eat her up!!!
Lisa says:
Oh, that smile, adorable.
Gotta love spring and being able to get out and about. Glad both Annie and Rigby enjoyed you little outting
Love and hugs.
.-= Lisa´s last blog ..Caffeine and Pregnancy =-.
Emilie says:
She is so sweet!!!!
Michelle Pixie says:
She has got one of the most beautiful smiles ever!!
Jenny says:
She is so stinkin’ cute!! That video made my day!
.-= Jenny´s last blog ..Reminders. =-.
Adventures In Babywearing says:
That first photo is SO darling.
Steph
.-= Adventures In Babywearing´s last blog ..Hall monitor. And I’m taking names. =-.
Stacey says:
I think you just might have the cutest girl! I love her skin and dark hair!! Good job
Laura says:
That video could not be cuter! My goodness!!!!!!!!!!!! Such a happy little girl…. she and Maddie sure picked an amazing Mommy!!!!
Kim says:
Oh I could eat her up. SO SWEET!!!!!!!!!!
.-= Kim´s last blog ..Handsome Men’s Club =-.
Tami says:
I L?ve the serious look on her face. She is trying so hard not to smile. Then it breaks and she tries again. I just love it!! What a cutie.
Hugs,
Mary says:
That girl is lookin prettier and prettier all the time. Way to cook em, Heather!
Della says:
Oh man, that’s awesome. My parents used to do that to me (dooooooon’t smiiiiilllllle!) when I was a little kid. You just gave me a happy.
Also, the suspense!
Laurie says:
BEAUTIFUL photos of Annie!!! I especially love the first one, great shot of this beautiful girl!
Alli E. says:
Oh Heather that video! I can’t even stand it! I’m being induced tomorrow with my little Lola who is the youngest of my 6 (yeah, so I’m crazy…so what?) and the quiet behind you talking to her is something I won’t have. I just love that you two have this sweet time together!
Shelly says:
I would totally love to hang out with you guys. Diet Coke galore, Chicken in a Biscuit crackers, and a totally adorable baby with 150% kissable cheeks!! I remember doing that same thing with my kiddos when they were babies. Your videos bring back so many memories for me. :o)
Karen says:
She looks so much like her Daddy!
Jane says:
Was totally smiling watching that video. I’m bad at following directions too.
.-= Jane´s last blog ..Crawls galore =-.
Maile says:
I call Isabel Smooshy too!
.-= Maile´s last blog ..Sisters are awesome =-.
Charmed says:
Heather,
She looks just like her Daddy!
I know Maddie would be so proud of her baby sissy! You all are doing a great job. And Annie is the most beautiful baby I have seen!
Christi
.-= Charmed´s last blog ..Things I’ve been pondering lately….. =-.
Issa says:
Okay and this week she looks like you. Silly little bean.
Love that smile video. I hope she slept more for you last night. I hadn’t gotten around to commenting, but I was going to say, with Harrison, I had to make sure to not let him sleep too long at a time after say 1pm or he would be up all night.
.-= Issa´s last blog ..Issa makes a cake…also see: Issa has lost her mind =-.
Aunt Becky says:
She is JUST like her Auntie Becky.
.-= Aunt Becky´s last blog ..Fear and Loathing in Urgent Care =-.
Danielle says:
Gawd she is cute!
.-= Danielle´s last blog ..The Happiness Project Week 3 =-.
Jenn says:
Annie is adorable as always! Love, love the video and the 1st pic of her is precious!
Can’t wait to hear your big news on Friday! Yea!! I love surprises!!
.-= Jenn´s last blog ..Wordless Wednesday =-.
Kelly says:
What a cute little St Patty’s day girl!
.-= Kelly´s last blog ..A Problem… =-.
MrsP says:
How cute! she’s adorable, now I can’t wait to read your blog until friday……
.-= MrsP´s last blog ..My Grandpa =-.
Glenda says:
Heather, Annabel is adorable. Those chubby cheeks and thighs (pinch,pinch) Can’t wait till tomorrow for the big news! Have a great day! XX
Jamie says:
Oh mah gawd ~ Those chubby cheeks. So cute!
.-= Jamie´s last blog ..Semi-Wordless Wednesday =-.
Heather@Triple Blessing says:
That’s precious! I love her smiles (and her little cheeks are filling out so much, I love it!). My favorite part is the “I love you baby” at the end…because it’s just so candid and natural.
.-= Heather@Triple Blessing´s last blog ..Tour de FourYearOlds =-.
Kathryn in Berlin says:
So stinkin cute! I love the way your voice coos with her. You ooze love for your babies!
Kristin says:
Annabel is absolutely perfectly wonderful!
.-= Kristin´s last blog ..The 10 Promises Of A Stitcher =-.
Teri says:
I love the outfit, of course at first glance I thought it said “Daddy’s Yacky Charm” and I spent a few moments thinking about what that might mean before I realized that 1) yesterday WAS St. Patrick’s Day and 2) my daughter has a shirt that says the same thing so I better turn my brain on!
What a cutie!
.-= Teri´s last blog ..dog gone monday =-.
Barb says:
Oh , she is such a clone of her wonderful; Daddy ! Love the side ways grin. Love you , too , Heather. Glad to hear the joy and laughter in your voice. That’s the most beautifulvideo I’ve heard and seen in a while !
Amy says:
Oh the CUTENESS!! Both of you!!
Trish says:
Heather,
Your daughters are both beautiful. It was so great to see both of their smiling faces in the same screen. (Annie’s smiling face on the blanket in the grass beside Maddie’s toothfilled grin on the sidebar.)
Thanks for sharing your lives with us!
Rebecca says:
Alright, just in case you aren’t aware those chicken in a biscuit crackers are best eaten with cream cheese spread out on top. Just plain cream cheese on top of the chicken in a biscuit! Delicious!
Annie is adorable and that smile is worth a million bucks!
.-= Rebecca´s last blog ..Pre-Medicated =-.
Karen says:
Annie is just adorable!! I love how cute her cheeks are!
.-= Karen´s last blog ..Day 5. =-.
Addie says:
This just made my day.
.-= Addie´s last blog ..Growing Pains =-.
Andrea's Sweet Life says:
Oh, she is such a little schmoopie. We are enjoying some nice weather here, too, and it’s amazing what it’s done for our smiles :).
.-= Andrea’s Sweet Life´s last blog .."Hugs" =-.
mythoughtsonthat says:
Really….just a doll.
Faith….Hope….Love….Peace.
.-= mythoughtsonthat´s last blog ..Fifty =-.
Mary says:
What a sweet smile!! No wonder she is disobeying you!! What a great day yesterday! Lucky you!!
.-= Mary´s last blog ..A Happy St Paddy’s Day To Ya =-.
Tammy Hunt says:
She is SO pretty! I love all the photos, she is so photogenic!
Mama Kat says:
What a love!
You almost make me want to have another.
But not quite. I’ll live vicariously through all the baby up in here.
Karen says:
Oh, how a little smile can light up a room
.-= Karen´s last blog ..Photo Tag! =-.
Lisa says:
so cute! I think she’s like “Mom, why do you keep saying the same thing? You’re crazy!” haha! She’s such a cutie! Love the pics from the yard. Glad to hear it’s nice for you too out there. It’s crazy warm here for a change! Love it!
.-= Lisa´s last blog ..The McDonald’s/Weight Watchers Debate =-.
Ray says:
“Daddy’s Lucky Charm” shirt = ADORABLE!
You always put Annie in the cutest things. =o) I’m glad you had a nice walk with the fam & Rigby and I look forward to your Friday entry.
Marisol says:
She is SOO very cute! =) I’m curious about your Friday post!
.-= Marisol´s last blog ..Celebrity Collage by MyHeritage =-.
Karin says:
what a cutie pie
Meyli says:
Aw she looks so content to be out in the sun and grass!
I’m studying for two exams, and my reward is a video of an adorable baby! Thank you As my dad would say, she’s such a doll!
Stacey says:
So cute! I love how she doles out the smile a little at a time. First, sticking out the lower lip, then one corner of her mouth comes up, then the full smile and giggle.
Maria Delgado says:
First of all. How does grass ever look that perfect?
2nd of all. I wish I could meet u and Annie! She is a DREAM!
eliza says:
Awww she loooooves her mommy.
mia z says:
oh my GOD when she smiled my heart burst. i just want to kiss her cheeks!!
Kimberly says:
Heather, that video is so precious…you just want to kiss those cheeks! I am loving this sunny California weather too (in the Bay Area)…wouldn’t want to live anywhere else in the world. Wishing you warm sunny spring days reminding us all of the promise of new life. What a blessing Annabel is!
Kimberly
Alexandra says:
Oh, she is a princess!!
I cannot wait to see Friday’s post!
Come on, Friday!
.-= Alexandra´s last blog ..But, We Would’ve Been So Good Together! =-.
Diane says:
Such a pretty girl, Heather! What a sweet video.
AmyinTexas says:
It is IMPOSSIBLE not to smile while watching that! Such a sweetheart!
Jen L. says:
Gaaaaaaaaah, she’s cute! She’s getting all chubby and squishy! Love the video.
.-= Jen L.´s last blog ..One up! =-.
Cora says:
This is totally my first time commenting here, but I had to because there is CHICKEN IN A BISCUIT in the background of that video. Chicken! In a Biscuit! I haven’t had that in AGES. Now I totally want some and it’s 11:30 here, so I doubt that’s gonna happen.
Annie is ADORABLE and I just want to eat her sweet little cheeks up. I love that sweet little smile of hers!
.-= Cora´s last blog ..Milestone Tuesday =-.
Michelle W says:
It was like you were telling me not to smile and I was disobeying because it was impossible not to smile whenever she grinned, what a cutie!
SJ says:
Oh my, that smile must just make your heart melt every time you see it! It melted mine, to jelly.
Melanie says:
She’s so sweet. She looks just like Mike.:)
I also wanted to say that I always access your page through remembermaddie.com… and every time I start to type that… I do that. I think of Maddie every time.
Sarcastica says:
Can I just say Heather that I LOVE LOVE LOVE Annie posts? And Annie vidoes? and Annie pictures????
SHE IS ADORABLE.
.-= Sarcastica´s last blog ..Real Man Boots =-.
Ania says:
That smile made my day, thank you.
Next time, tell her not to squeak! I want to hear what she’s sayin’.
Leisa Hammett says:
Congratulations!
suzanne says:
CUTIE PIE!!!! Gah! I want to snorgle her.
Amy says:
Cutest baby video I have EVER seen! Bar none.
.-= Amy´s last blog ..AmyQcoocachoo: @Gemba1ina I’ve been meaning to ask, how was Hamilton Island?! =-.
emily bilbrey says:
annie is just so stunningly beautiful! even her little hairline is precious – gorgeous skin, amazing eyes. love that little nugget of love. great job, guys! cheers!
Kat says:
My oh my, she is edibly gorgeous.
I totally agree with your earlier post, you will NEVER regret these photos of your baby!
Al_Pal says:
I’m reminded of childhood–VDog would say, “I see that smile!” to get our babysis to smile. ;p