Karissa - 9 months

One of our dear friends has graciously given us a photo shot every 3 months of Karissa's first year. Here are some her 9 month pictures. Unfortunately she had shots the day before, so she was unusually clingy and wouldn't look at the camera, but they are still cute.

Click on the title and you will see the additional pictures.

Spring into Something New

I’m venturing out and trying something new. After playing around with another website, I was convinced by my beloved husband that this may be a better way to go. People don’t have to long in and they can come and go as they please. I have to confess however, that I am not going to be one of those who posts every day or every other day, or even weekly. Although this may happen on occasion, I will be pleased if I’m able to post every other week.

The purpose for this website it to keep our friends and family “in the loop” on the happenings of the Bailie family, but more importantly Karissa Joy. As I’m sure some of you remember, our first year of marriage, I sent email updates weekly with a play-by-play of what we did that week. I’m sure our parents enjoyed reading those, but for the others, I promise I will not be doing that again. So you can stop by this website to get a little glimpse of our lives.

We are enjoying the opportunity to be in Kingsburg, CA. The Lord has been so faithful to answer all of our prayers regarding the move and transition from Texas to California. Most of my concerns then, were focused on the home and Karissa, since she was only 6 weeks when we moved, but the Lord blessed us with a very flexible daughter who adjusted to the move better than her parents. We have been so blessed and the ministry here has been such a joy to be a part of.

Well, as I write Karissa is in her crib trying to get my attention, so I will end with a few things that our sweet one has been doing:

• She’s been more of a “Daddy’s girl” since Adam returned for NC last week. This morning she actually cried when Adam handed her off to me (imagine that)!!
• She’s waving “bye-bye” to more people now, not just her Mommy & Daddy.
• She’s still fascinated with her tongue (as demonstrated on the video)
• She’s pulling up on everything, but won’t let go of anything to stand yet.
• She’s loved and adored by her parents (if you can’t tell)!

Good bye for now!
Renee

(the picture at the top is one of our first blossoms on our peach tree in the back yard)