Gigi helps me empty the dishwasher now. She does all the silverware and she has been great at figuring out where things go. She also loves to set the table. She is such a great helper.
Fixing the Deck
In fact, she helps whether we need it or not. We were having our deck assessed because the materials were deteriorating. When the inspector came, Gigi ran into the house and got her tools so she could help him. He is in the background of this picture.
Here you can see Gigi's tape measure and level. In her hand is a piece from another toy that she used as a hammer. In her mind, she was helping to fix the deck.
Hammering on the level is a sure fix!
Late Night Dress Up
I put Gigi to bed one night and thought all was well. Over an hour later, I looked down the hall and saw that the light was on. I went in to check on her and this is what I found. I was holding Phoebe so I called Lance and asked him to come up and help... and please bring the camera. We tried really hard to not laugh in front of Gigi, as we didn't want to encourage the behavior, but we thought it was adorable.
She did a couple of good poses for Daddy.
I love the glasses!!
Butterflies in My Hair
Gigi wanted butterflies in her hair.
It made her a beautiful princess.
Uncle John's 50th Birthday Party
Uncle John was here for his 50th birthday. He showed up quite late the night before. Gigi had helped me make the cake and I promised her I would wake her up for the party when Uncle John arrived. She was so excited. She helped me put the candles on (that she chose) and thoroughly enjoyed the late night party.
One of Gigi's Many Looks
When Gigi came out in this outfit, Katie and I loved it.
Gigi's 3rd Birthday
Gigi's 3rd Birthday party!
This monster book from Katie has been one of her favorites. We have loved it too!
She is giving thank you hugs to everyone.
Gigi wanted the same kind of cake the Uncle John had. She helped me make it again.
The First Day of Preschool
Gigi leaving our house for her first day of preschool.
Picking Gigi up from her first day of preschool. She really liked it.
Hand-Me-Downs
We got a big bag of hand-me-downs and Gigi discovered them and got dressed for the day. This girl has some real fashion sense, don't you think?
