Baby Boy Banks 4d

Eric, Addyson and I went last weekend to see the baby in 4D. He already looks a lot like his daddy.  He likes to pull one leg up to cover his face, but eventually cooperated so we could get a good look.  Addyson enjoyed seeing her little brother.  Now to finish deciding on nursery and get organized.

We are having a Boy!!

Just an update that we have found out that our new little blessing is a boy!  He is due August 10th.  As you all know August 8th is special for Eric and his family so he's pulling for an early arrival. Stay tuned to see when our little one graces us with his presence.  Addyson is super thrilled to be a big sister, as much as she understands.

She has not decided she is a big girl and is almost day potty trained and has switched to a big girl bed!

2011 Photo Album

Banks 2011 Photo Album

Addy's Art Work 2010-2011

Catch up whirlwind!

Wow!  I can't believe it's been so long since we have posted to the blog.  There has been so much going on in the Banks' household.  First we are excited and very proud of Eric who accepted a job with Dover Corporation as Director of Operations.  Eric has been working there since February while we anxiously try to sell the house.  We will be relocating to Mentor, OH area soon, we hope!

We also announced that The Bank's family will be welcoming a new member of our family Aug 13th, 2012.  We are excited to find out what our baby will be.  Addyson is thrilled to be a big sister.  So far baby is healthy.  Looking forward to big Ultra Sound April 6th!

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11w3d

Addyson has been doing awesome at school. She is such a big girl now.  She decided last weekend she wanted to wear big girl underwear so off went the diapers and here we go.  1 week later we finally had more success.  Sunday she made it 3 times in the potty and only one accident!  Jelly  Beans and Stickers are her favorite reward.  Addyson loves posing for pictures, singing and dancing.  She was super excited to see her Daddy this weekend after 2 weeks!  Wonderful.

Also in our free time :), I decided to sell Thirtyone Products on the side for fun! I love the bags and am excited to share them with friends and family, as well as make new friends.  Christina's Thirty One Site

We are praying for some great news for our home and other family milestones.  Hope everyone's spring is off to a good start!

Family Pictures Oct 2011

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Happy Birthday Addyson! 11-12-2011

It's hard to believe that 2 years ago today Eric and I were blessed with our wonderful daughter Addyson.  It has been such a joy to see her learn and grow.  It amazes me that a child can be born knowing nothing and before your eyes every day they learn new things from rolling over, to walking and talking. Amazing the little sponges they are.  Today we will be taking Addyson to do one of her favorite things, jump in a bounce house with her friends and then Olive Garden for dinner.  So excited to see all the fun things she has ahead of her.  We love you very much Addy!


Some of Addy's favorite things now:
Abby Cadabby
Strawberry Shortcake and Bubble Guppies shows
Doing things on her own
Pasta and of course Chicken and French Fries
Playing Hide and Seek with her Dad
Going Shopping... thank you Aunt Alyssia :)
Singing songs, especially BINGO and Listen to the Water
Loves books and legos
Loves her doggies, Duncan and Layla


Addyson is:
Walking/running and jumping
Starting to learn to use the Potty on her own
Going to Montessori School
Speaking in 3-5 word sentences
Can count to 11
Sings the ABC song
Knows the colors red, green, orange, blue, yellow, white, black, purple and pink. brown

Addyson just born 11-12-2009

Addyson at 1!

at Monkey Joe's with her friends celebrating

Getting ready for cake.... @ 2 we are harder to get pictures of....