And the winners are...

After much thought and selection...here are the 2 pics that went on her invitation/announcement:

Front:

Back:

Birthday Announcement/Invite Session - Take Two

I tried another day of taking Alyssa's pictures for her 1st birthday party announcement/invite.  I took tons of pictures but it was a grueling 45 minutes because she just didn't seem into it. The next day we learned it was because she had a double ear infection + teething (poor baby!!)

But here are a lot of the shots... believe it or not, this only about 1/10th of them... but some were too cute not to be published somewhere...I really love that her new Madame Alexander doll from Aunt Melinda & Uncle Ed matched her outfit! :)

 Drool shot... had to post it! :)

Here are few from when Andrew was helping me entertain her and trying to get her to smile.. you can tell how much she loves her big brother!!!

H.O.T. Fair 2011 plus Alyssa's 11 Month Birthday

We won some free passes to the fair on Friday, October 14th and thought it would be a fun family outing plus a fun way to celebrate sister's 11 month birthday! 

As soon as we entered the gates, Andrew wanted to do this obstacle course.  He didn't hesitate and it was pretty high for a little guy!



We were so proud of him! He just kept pushing through and didn't seem scared at all! Andrew is our brave boy! :)

After about $100 of food, games and a few rides...we were leaving with Andrew's arms full.  He won another goldfish which is what started the love of fish and aquariums the last time the fair was in town.  He also won a tiger and a puppy dog thanks to our good friends, the McKown's.  Sister actually loves the puppy to pieces but knowing that, Andrew keeps it hidden well in his room.  Gotta love siblings :)