Samantha turned 1!

Hi everyone! Our little girl turned 1 year old on September 27! She is doing great - she is so close to walking. She has taken a few steps, but only does it when she isn't paying attention. It's only a matter of time. She is also talking a lot. She likes to repeat after you. Her eating is also ramping up - which we are quite happy/relieved/excited about.

We had so much fun celebrating her birthday - twice! First, with family up in Michigan on her actual birthday and then with our Houston family a week later. Here are some highlights from our trip to Michigan and the parties...all the pictures are posted here - Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, First Birthday - Michigan, and First Birthday - Houston.

Lenny, Samantha, Jon and Mathew heading to Michigan Stadium.

Samantha up in Michigan - Grandpa and Grandma Fischer's backyard with pumpkins from their garden.
Samantha with Grandpa Fischer at Lake Michigan - she really likes the beach!

Samantha with Grandma and Grandpa Fischer at the beach - Grand Haven.
Samantha and Ann in Grandpa Cassady's wagon. The hair must run in the family!
The Tigger cake Amy and Kalena made for Samantha's Birthday!
Sam got a cammo hat for her birthday!
Happy Birthday Samantha!
Swinging with Grandma Cassady.

Samantha with Mommy and Daddy at her Houston Party!