Family Trip & Father's Day

It's been an eventful couple of weeks in the Schuerman household. Danny had to go to Atlanta for business and Cadence and I were lucky enough to tag along! While Danny worked Wed. - Fri., Cadence and I were able to spend some time with friends and family. Even though Cadence was a little fussy, we had a great time! We're chalking her fussiness up to being tired and out of her routine. We felt horrible because she's also going through this stranger anxiety phase and didn't want anyone to really hold her! She drank a bottle during takeoff and she watched a Sesame Street DVD on the flight down (thanks Sara!). She did pretty well!

Cadence must not have been bothering the lady next to me since she ended up snoozing...

Cadence and I were able to visit with my friend Ashley from high school and her cutie pie son Parker! They were so cute together...I wish we could see them more often!

Cadence checking herself out in the hotel mirror :)

Cadence loved my cousins Michelle and Melanie...and had a blast with the dogs!

First time in a pool! She liked it, but wasn't a huge fan of the sun! Oh yeah, that and the fact that her Mommy got sunscreen in her eyes!

Cadence's Great-Grandma DeNomme -- I'm glad she at least got to hold her once while we were there!

She thought my Uncle Mike was a riot!

We were able to celebrate my cousin Melissa's birthday with her!

Here is Cadence with my cousin Lindsey's adorable daughter Olivia! Olivia is 6 weeks younger than Cadence and was running circles around her!

Of course Cadence loved their dog too!

After a 4 hour delay at the Atlanta airport, we were on our way back to Columbus! Luckily the person in the seat next to us never showed up! Here is Cadence learning what to do in case of an emergency :)

Out for breakfast for Father's Day with Cadence's Grandma and Poppa Iacobucci

Cadence in a mini rocking chair...can you guess where we went for breakfast???

Parade of Homes 2011

Chilling with the pup and looking out the back door

Cadence is ONE!

Hard to believe our baby girl is one year old! Over the past couple of days, Danny and I have reminded each other of what we were doing this time last year. At times it feels like it was just yesterday...other times if feels like it was such a long time ago when we were sitting in the NICU worrying about our new baby. We love the age that Cadence is now -- we can't even count how many times she makes us laugh each day. Everyone is "Daddy", every animal is "Puppy" and she still LOVES Sesame Street. Just about anything she can put up to her ear is a phone; we think she'll be a social butterfly.

We celebrated Cadence's birthday at a nearby park. The picnic area wasn't available to reserve, so Danny arrived early in the morning since the area is a first come, first served type of deal. He even decorated the spot for his little girl. Even though it was a humid and hot June afternoon, it was nice to spend time with family and grill out. Cadence received some adorable clothes and pretty cool toys! Thanks to everyone who could attend and make Cadence's day even more special.

A Few Short Weeks Away from One!

Danny and I are really enjoying being parents. Cadence definitely knows how to keep us entertained! A month before Cadence's first birthday, she finally decided she wanted to get off her belly and start crawling! She's all over the place now! We have a feeling she'll be like her Mommy and won't walk until she's 15 months old. She's so smart, but until recently was perfectly content to just sit around and play. We have started baby-proofing the house. The coffee table now has styrofoam edges and the wine glasses are tucked away in the cabinets! Cadence is constantly learning new things. She shrugs her shoulders now and throws up her hands as if to say, "I dunno." She knows the difference between "hi" and "bye" and says them clear as day. She pretend laughs, gives hugs, and blows kisses. She's too cute for words!

For some reason she's obsessed with her nasal aspirator from the hospital! Don't worry, we don't use it in her nose! She's getting her top teeth and loves to chew on it!

Curious George!

Cadence's Jungle Gym

Cadence has become extremely curious now that she has figured out how to get around. Her new favorite past time is playing with the stools in the kitchen (hence the reason why they are turned over!) Check out this crazy kid :)

1 Baby + 1 Dog = Cutest Video Ever!

11 Months Old!

Less than a month until Cadence is a year old! We can't believe an entire year has flown by. Every day we have so much fun with Cadence. She's at the point where she is army crawling around the house - we don't have to really tempt her anymore with food or toys. She's becoming very curious! She loves to pet Scarlet, tear into some magazines, and open/close cabinet doors. Time to baby-proof the house! She still only has her bottom two teeth but is enjoying lots of new foods. Some recent favorites are peas and carrots, mac and cheese, and strawberries. I had a great first Mother's Day as a mom. Danny took Cadence shopping for my gift and we went for a bike ride with Pops to Easton where we met Mom & Mike for brunch at Northstar...mmm!

Enjoy the pictures below!

11 months old...face is raw from wiping her face - yet another cold!

My Mother's Day gift from Cadence & daycare :)

She is not a big fan of her helmet...but it is cute!

Happy Easter!

We all enjoyed Easter this year. Cadence was, of course, adorable in her Easter dress. She was a little squirmy towards the end of mass, but overall, did well. We had brunch at Grandma and Poppa's house. Cadence tried some muffins, some watermelon, and some potatoes! The Easter bunny was very generous and visited 3 times! Cadence's personality is still blossoming. She knows what to do to make you laugh and has started to point at things that interest her. We're awaiting the "what's that?" over and over. Oh, and she's obsessed with cell phones and remote controls. It doesn't matter which one is in her hand, she'll hold it up to her ear and say, "hi!" She's started to army crawl. There's a contest out there...anyone who can get Cadence to crawl gets 50 bucks! The race is on!

Cadence was fascinated by the balloons at the grocery store this weekend.

Cadence got an adorable bathing suit and bunny from Mamaw and Papaw for Easter. What was her favorite part? The plastic egg filled with money!

What?! Are you seriously trying to get me to crawl again?!

Mmmm, socks!

Taking a stroll is hard work!

I love you.