It has been over a month since we celebrated Cadence's first birthday and I think we've just now recovered. We went to the cottage earlier in the month and it was a really good time. Cadence started walking! All by herself and with no prompting! Now she's a walkaholic (haha) always toddling around the house, sometimes she tries to run away from us when we catch her with things she shouldn't have. She also is starting to throw tantrums. I had no idea that this tantrum thing was inbred in her already, but she will lay back on the floor and just scream. So Chris and I just go about our business. Sometimes the dogs get to her, which she doesn't like so she will get up on her own. Win-win I'd say!

In other big news, Chris and I have set a date! We picked the venue, put a deposit and now we are in full blown party planning mode. Well, I am. He is just nodding and smiling, as usual. We will be sending out our save the dates soon, so keep your eyes peeled for them!

As  you can see in the picture, Cadence is a Guinness World Record holder! We participated in a cloth diaper change event that occurred in Ottawa about 3 months ago and recently received our certificate in the mail confirming we broke the record. Pretty cool eh? How many people can say they have done that?

Recently, my grandmother was in the hospital. No matter who I talk to (dad, brother or even my Memere), no one seems to be able to tell me what was wrong with her. Now she's home and just relaxing, which anyone who knows her will say FINALLY! I have been busting my butt to get some money organized so I can get down there to visit, its times like these that I really regret living so far away. I know she is fine, and I know its silly to be so stressed out but I need to see her, you know? Chris is supportive 100% too, even though it would mean leaving him alone with the baby for a few days.

Chris is doing pretty good at work. His helper quit out of nowhere, which really put Chris in a bind. But he has hired his friend Brian, so hopefully that works out. So far Chris is saying its going pretty good, which is better than he could say about his initial days with his past 2 employees. Seriously, what is up with the youth of today and their work ethic??

I start a new job next week, still with the same company but I am back at the house in Carleton Place. My plan has always been to rise up in the company and then take over the world, but I keep getting cut off at the knees. This time my support and foundation is better so hopefully I have more success.

As you can see, lots going on in the family. Its been a bit hectic but thats life! Hope everyone is enjoying this awesome summer weather that we've been getting (other than the stifling heat, which I can do without for sure).