This is how I like my kids. . .

but it doesn't happen very often!  Claire refuses to sleep anywhere but with me.  I've tried everything and nothing works.  These pictures are from last week.  This week I can't even get her to lay down on the couch without me holding her.  She has a complete meltdown if I even try to go to the bathroom without her coming with me.  We went to get the oil changed today and a lady in the waiting room commented on what a good baby Claire is, yep, she's excellent as long as she is getting my attention!

Friend time with Finley

You know how we love to go to "Fajita Friday" with friends.  Last week we went with Kristina and her little girl Finley.

 Claire was VERY interested in touching Finley. 

 It's fun and easy to take Claire to restaurants now because she enjoys sitting in the highchair and eating her puffs.

 What a face!

 Oh no, what is Claire reaching for. . .

 Yep, Claire was trying to steal Finley's pacifier.  Now that Claire is almost one, I don't let her take her paci on playdates.  I tried to explain to Claire that Finley is only 6 months old and still a baby, but I don't think Claire cared. 

 Earlier in the week we had a fun park walk with Kristina and Finley. 

Clap!! Clap!! Clap!!!

There's no stopping me!

 Everything is a jungle gym to our little monkey!

Say Cheese

My friend Amber , of Amber Elder Photography took more pictures of Claire this morning. 

 I think I am going to need a lot of new frames!

Claire

 We went to a new playgroup last week and got to meet lots of new baby friends.  Claire had a great time, but wasn't so happy once we got home. 

Claire was very intrigued by the sun shining on the carpet.  She kept crawling up to it and trying to touch and even lick the sun spot.  I love how inquisitive she is at this stage. 

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