Growing up...

A baby girl....Growing up...

Sierra is growing up so big! In fact, today is the day we go for her 9 month check up and find out (measurably) how big she actually is. One huge step in the "growing up" process (at least in my opinion) is the fact that I broke down and bought her some hair accessories the other day.  Call me crazy, and I know everyone has their opinions about little girls and their hair, but I (currently) am refusing to cut Sierra's hair. Honestly, I don't really like "bangs" and I want her hair to grow as uniformly as possible. So, alas, it does not get cut. Well, in an attempt to oblige her father (who also has his opinions), I have not put any pig tails in Sierra's (very long) hair either. Brian is not a huge fan of pig tails and I try to appease him, so (for now) no pig tails on this little girl's head. I know what you are thinking, "these people sure do have a lot of expectations regarding something as petty and mundane as hair." Don't worry, I have thought that myself, but our desires to do what we want with our daughter's beautiful head of hair wins out at this moment.

With all that said, I did finally breakdown and buy some head bands - I must admit, I can't stand the hair in the eyes either. Aside from all the other petty hair stuff, we do want our child to grow up seeing the world around her, not the hair in her face. I am excited that the head bands seem to be working and Sierra does not mind them at all. She kept a head band on for the entire morning the other day, at play group and everything! :) I hope this trend continues, this way, Sierra, Mama, and Da-da all come out winners!

Here are some pictures of the "event"...

Sierra is doing "soooo bigggg" in this picture. Recently she has started to imitate me when I say "soooo bigggg" - Of course I think it is adorable and she just melts my heart every time!

The two pictures above depict a very thoughtful Sierra, watching the cats walk by her and trying to figure out just how she can get herself going so she can chase after them. Neko and Mannix better watch out...it won't be long...

(See her almost pointing too (with her right hand)? Recently she has found her "pointing finger" and is starting to point at many things. I love this stage and am eager to continue naming anything and everything that little finger points to!)