If you ask her to smile...

If you ask Gloria to smile, chances are, she'll give you one of her world-famous cheesy grins! I can't help but chuckle every time I look at these pictures or see her grin in person.

"Crinkle face, crooked mouth smile"

"One-eyed smile"

"Eyes closed, show the teeth smile"

"One-eyed side glance smile"

"Squinty eyes, mouth closed smile"

"I'm so cute, don't you love me smile!"

Laundry!

"My step-by-step guide to doing laundry"
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Gloria is such a great helper when I'm doing things around the house. She likes to help with laundry - gathering the clothes, carrying them to the laundry basket, putting them in the basket, and then throwing them in the washer (with my help to lift her up.) She even presses the button to start the dryer - she likes when it buzzes!

One year ago today

We were visiting Grammy and Auntie April in St. Joe!
5-5-08

More stylish moments from Gloria

Even more examples of Gloria's outstanding style!

"Hawaiian lei - looks festive for all occasions, is crinkly, I like to pull it and stretch it."
December 2, 2008

"Towel turban - helps to dry my wet hair, gives me another 6 inches in height."
December 7, 2008


"Red underwear - adds a splash of color to my outfit, makes a perfect scarf/shawl."
December 18, 2008

"Green scarf - flowy, perfect cape for pretending I'm a superhero."

December 28, 2008

"Mommy's socks - great hand and arm warmers, makes me figure out new ways to do things without my fingers, great for those days when I'm wearing short sleeves but my arms get cold."
January 3, 2009

"Mommy's winter hat - pigtails make me look at least 2 years old, pink is my favorite color, keeps my head warm and cozy."
January 24, 2009

What style!

If you've ever had any doubts about Gloria's sense of fashion, just take a look at our budding fashionista!

"Mommy's rockstar sunglasses - no one can see my eyes, people mistake me for a celebrity baby and ask for my autograph."
February 8, 2009

"Grammy's shoes - make a loud clomp sound when walking in them, very roomy."
February 9, 2009

"Oven mitts - great to keep my hands warm, funny when I try to clap my hands."

March 4, 2009

"Mommy's yellow socks - adds a burst of bright color, helps cars to see me when I'm walking or riding my bike down the street."
March 4, 2009

"They keep my feet and my legs warm!"

"My own pink striped socks - wearing over pajama feet keeps my toes very warm, mixing patterns never hurt anyone (kitties and stripes)."
March 12, 2009

"My pink heart rain boots - super fun to stomp around in, keep my feet dry inside the house or outside, totally stylish."
March 17, 2009

"The rain boots are definitely my favorite!"

"I get them out of my closet ask Mommy to help me put them on all the time."

"I will wear them with my jammies or with my clothes. It doesn't matter to me!"
April 9, 2009

"Auntie April's red Rudolph nose - blinks red, makes me laugh, cool to wear in dark rooms."
April 12, 2009

"Santa, need a new helper?!"