Visits to the Woods and Visits to Woody!

Most people know that New Mexico has vast deserts, cactus, and lots and lots of sunshine. Most people also aren't Babycakes, who knows that up in the Sandia Mountains, there are lots of trees, deer and other assorted wildlife, and trails to see them all!

After a light snack, it's time to hit the trail and see these mythical "trees" in New Mexico.

And we're walking...and we're walking...

Adalyn found some rocks to investigate.

After finding rocks both big and small, Adalyn found a rock that was JUUUUST right for her little baby bertums.

The woods are fun and all, but what about trips to see Aunt Holly and Owen (aka Woody)? Oh goodness, it's been a little over a year since the two bebehs met, and a lot has changed since then (except for the having fun together part)!

Owen and Adalyn showing off their ninja moves.

Ninja moves really take a lot out of a little girl! WHEW!

Adalyn: "Hey, are you going to take a picture already?" Owen: (I always have a smile ready!)

Adalyn recounts her Godzilla story, making Owen laugh.

Awwwwwwwww! Big baby hugs!

Time to make cookies! Owen shows off his "sugar rush" smile.

Adalyn's new at this whole making cookie business, so we'll give her a pass.

Adalyn and Owen walk into the sunset to play another day.

Going places is fun, but sometimes staying home can be a lot of fun, too! And a lot of silly.

Knives are not for babies, no siree bob!

Sunglasses...check. Bracelets...check. Awesome outfit...check. We are ready for a PARTY!

Nothing says party like sunglasses on your head.

Mmmm, tortillas...post party food!

Where's Adalyn? Is she under the table? Nope, not under the table...wonder where that girl went? Hmmm...

"Does this shirt make me look like a big girl?"

A-ha! Mommy catches her little shirt bandit in the middle of the act!

Bonus kitteh pics:

When life hands you blankets, you also get a side of kitties.

Fairs and Hairs

The beginning of Fall is marked by trees displaying a beautiful palette of colors, by the weather cooling off so much you can actually walk outside, by the arrival of apples and pumpkins and squash, by the fattening of the turkeys for Thanksgiving, and in New Mexico, by the start of the State Fair!

Old MacDonald had a farm. EIEIO! And on this farm he had a...horse. EIEIO!

...and a turkey. EIEIO!

...and some geese. EIEIO!

Looks like we found a turkey for Thanksgiving!

...and some rabbits. EIEIO!

Cages can't keep these bunnies' love from blossoming...

...and a rooster! COCK-A-DOODLE-DOO!!

...and the cutest little doggy mama with her puppies. EIEI-oh-so-cute!

...and a sheep. EIEI-oh-my!

...and a lotta baby chicks. EIEI-cheep-cheep!

...and some baby ducks swimming in a tiny pool. EIEIO!

...and a cow! EIEI-moo!

...and some baby pigs and their little piggie bertums. EIEIO!

...and a mama goat with her wee kid goats. EIEIO!

...and a white Bengal tiger. EIEI-AAAAAAAAAAAAAAGGGGGGH!

What's this? An actual farm? Well, it's time to put a baby to work! There's cows to milk, horses to ride, apples to pick...

Adalyn's ready to get to work with Daddy leading the way.

BIG tractor! BEEP BEEP!

Adalyn found a tractor that was just her size...beep beep!

Everyone off the sidewalks! Adalyn's coming through!

Gotta gather eggs for breakfast.

High on her horse, Adalyn surveys her farm and is pleased.

YEEEEEHAW!

Pigs...dancing...need I say more?

Adalyn can't resist touching every...single...turtle. Sigh.

Adalyn looks like a pro taking her very first bite out of a turkey leg. What you didn't see is the ten minutes it took her to chew it.

Uh oh...can't pass up the petting zoo!

Not sure who won this staring contest...

Adalyn squealed as she spotted a pony that was just her size!

Realizing her second birthday is around the corner, Adalyn turns up the charm and requests a pony for her birthday...please, Daddy??

She's here, she's there, she's everywhere, with her hair! As Adalyn's hair is finally growing out, the selection of hairstyles available is increasing...so far, we have regular, crazy, and OMG SO CUTE!

Adalyn receives her first lesson on static electricity.

Adalyn approves of her crazy hair.

OH MY GOODNESS! Those are the cutest pigtails I have ever seen!!

Adalyn learns how hard it is to be this cute.

Nana and Babycakes

Nana came for a visit to see her Babycakes! And once she arrived, there was nothing but sheNANAgans going on as Adalyn and Nana spent lots of time together!

Adalyn's pretty sure she can fit in Nana's shoes.

Backpack or hat...decisions, decisions...

"Popcorn! Get your hot popcorn!"

"No autographs, please!"

Adalyn and Babydoll contemplate the meaning of life.

Babydoll is swaddled and ready for bedtime. Adalyn's such a good mommy to all of her dolls.

Time to eat, Elmo!

Elmo will never want for food again.

Adalyn really makes sure that Elmo eats well.

What's the use of having a cute granddaughter if you can't take her shopping for cute accessories?

This is what happens when grandmothers and granddaughters go shopping together. Seriously...

Adalyn can't decide between the mound of accessories over here and the pile of accessories over there.

Mommy: "Seriously..." Nana: "Seriously cute!!"

Adalyn shows off her loot from Nana that she put on all by herself!

Now that we know what kinds of sheNANAgans were going on indoors, let's see what happens outdoors!

Wheeeeee! Adalyn's on a big swing!

Adalyn wonders why other kids are allowed on "her" swings.

Will Adalyn go down the slide all by herself?! Will Nana catch her?! Details at 11.

The best thing about being short is that Mommy can fit on the playground, too!

Pit crew adjusting Adalyn's treads.

Mommy gives Adalyn a 50-50 chance of getting to the top of the stairs all by herself.

Daddy's always prepared to provide reinforcements.

Daddy and Adalyn recharge and share a delicious muffin for breakfast.

The Three Stanleys: Nana, Daddy, and Adalyn