This is a ton of piptures. This time I mean it. I just kept liking more and more and had to post a lot. Yesterday Piper Jane was so happy and cute that I keep thinking about the day and smiling. Plus it’s the big kind of smile that you do on the subway and then you remember that people are probably scared because you have a huge evil grin for some unknown reason. I wish I could just say “Don’t worry guys, this smile is because of Piper!”, but they’d probably just look at each other and shrug.
Anyway, here are two thousand piptures of our walk around the facility and our adventure outside. enjoy. Also, does anyone know where I can get some tiney tennis balls to put on Pip’s walker? I’ve seen old ladies with them and I figured they’re important.
(in this little romper, Piper Jane looks like Jake’s grandpa Breinholt. plus she is stopping to take a breather which is my favorite thing ever. And probably yours too.)
It’s a litle hard to tell the difference between Pip’s biggest smile and her squintiest squint.
I like this below picture because if it were a race I would have won by a toe. Next time I’ll go a half size up.
So fun. And man it felt good to get out of that room.
Thank so much for being so sweet about Piper Jane’s walking progress. I’m so proud of her, but so are you. I love hearing your support and cheers for my little Peabody Piper. I feel so special to have so many people reading about her and sending her fruitful vibes of encouragement. I told her about you guys and she squeaked.
Awww yay! She looks so happy outside! And she looks like she’s been walking her whole life–she’s such a pro! Those smiles are killer, man. I wish I knew where to get some tiny tennis balls because I’d totes send you some.
they make small tennis balls for dogs that would probably work! you can buy them at most pet stores. (and, old ladies use tennis balls to help the walker slide better:))
I loved all one thousand and one of them (I counted)!!
I find myself talking about Piper to Tom all the time. I didn’t realize how much until just now when I was so excited for her little romp outside that I wanted to tell him all about it right away. As if it were a victory for us too or something. Which, now that I’ve begun stalking your blog, does kinda feel like it I must say.
Thanks for sharing! So glad you had such a lovely family day.
P.S. You’re hot.
Your Piper is the cutest tiny little cuddle bug I have ever seen (except my own four kids of course). I am writing and reading from St. George Utah and soon Petersburg Alaska and wanted to let you know that this post was a bright spot in my otherwise very crazy day. Your little family is adorable and inspiring. Thanks for sharing!
I’m a first time comment poster but have been reading your blog for awhile and think you are so funny [and I of course think Piper is super cute!). Pet stores have small tennis balls that would totally work!!
LOOK how freaking CUTE!!!!! I DIED over these piptures. For real.
And totally laughed out loud at the thought of grinning on the subway because I’ve totally done it, and then felt like a creeper.
Oh hello there!
I’m not much of a commenter. But I’m a big time lover of your site, and of course all the spunk and wonderfulness that is Piper Jane.
Oh, I’m also a big fan of google searches and being helpful. So without further ado, I present the following links:
http://www.sitstay.com/dog/supplies/servlet/CategoryDisplay?catalogId=10001&storeId=10001&categoryId=18902&langId=-1&top=Y
http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3207017&utm_source=googleproduct&utm_campaign=5114931&utm_medium=cse&mr:trackingCode=00FA6564-C881-DE11-B712-001422107090&mr:referralID=NA
http://www.idealtruevalue.com/servlet/the-142202/Detail
http://www.doggie-depot.com/tennis-minis-6pk.html
this made me feel all warm inside and out.
amazing- how great to get out. looooves the romper.
awesome! she looks so happy. I bet she loved seeing grass. grass is pretty awesome.
the pictures are amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
she looks so beautiful, her hair as perfect… god bless you all!
I have never posted before, but I have been reading your blog every day since I discovered it at Design Mom. Now I’m sharing it with my own children to let them know what an inspiring and brave child Piper is and to remind myself how graceful you are as a mother. Your story has changed our perspectives and our lives, and we love seeing Piper’s progress. You are a beautiful family, inside and out.
I find Piper, yourself and Jake to be so inspiring! I have read your blog start to finish and can’t believe how far Piper has come! Keep up the good work Piper!
dear reagan, I found your blog via designmom and I read every single post since then. I adore the Pip. She is a terrific and brave little person. And you know why? Because both of you are such loving and supporting parents. the three of you leave me stunning every time. I wish you all the best.
Yay Piper. She looks happy being outside
looks like a fun day! Don’t ever stop smiling for any reason, even if it is because you think you are creeping someone out! hee hee
I have been reading your blog for a while, and your precious Piper touches my heart! I am a mother of 2 and you are a true inspiration! God bless your absolutely precious family!
I love her romper and pigtails! She looks like a happy girl to be walking. I think that tennis balls help the walker to slide and I have seen mini ones as cat toys so check out a pet store and I will keep my eyes out for you. BTW: I LOVE your skirt!
I should read your comments before I post my comment; sorry to be repetitive.
Hi!! I too am a long time reader first time poster!! Loved all the pictures too and she looked so freaking adorable!! I can feel your love for Pip through your words and it warms my heart. Love that Pip!!!
Yay for Pip!!! This just about made me cry… She looks so stinkin’ cute.
You can definitely get tiny tennis balls at Petco or Petsmart. They make them for tiny dogs, with tiny mouths
P.S. Love your blog.
Hi Reagen, I’m too, like Lea, have never posted before, but I have been reading your blog every day since I discovered it at Design Mom.
This post made me cried. Look at her huge smile. I wish all the best for your and your Pip-squeak.
Chrissie is the tennis ball hook up. She’s got like thousands.
Hi there. New reader via designmom. The pictures of you sitting in the grass cradling your daughter brought tears to my eyes. That picture is worth 1,000 words so beautiful that I can’t even begin to phrase them. What a wonderful moment. I hope many more beautiful days like this are coming your way.
YaY. That is so exciting. I’m so happy for her and that she got to go outside. I bet she loved it. Congrats.
go Pipsqueak! love your blog, it brings so many smiles to my days. we have a tiny babyboy, born 3.5 months premature. Saddly we lost his identical twinbrother, but we got the time to hold, kiss, sing and tell him how much we loved him. Just reading Pip´s truly amazing battle helps me to cope with this time of life. from the other side of the world, we say Pipprayers.
i feel so happy for you all after looking at these! exquisite in every way.
Yay for Piper!
I (like many others) have been a blob stalker ever since your story was on Design Mom a while back… I love reading about Piper and love the walking pictures! what a cutie!
Also, high five to you and Jake, I can’t imagine how hard and at the same time wonderful it is to be parents to such a special kiddo.
And as a side note… I have also been loving your hair advice lately!
I have been following your blog for a while now…. and I have to say, you are such an inspiration to moms everywhere. You have a beautiful family and I have quite the soft spot for little miss Pip in my heart! Love the outdoor photos and I am so proud of Piper for her walking skills!
Wow she is coming such a long way! She is doing so great. She is one determined little girl. Such a blessing.
I also saw your post on Design Mom a while ago. Every time I see Piper I just want to reach through the picture and give her a hug. I hope that doesn’t sound too strange, since I am a complete stranger!
Hi – just came over from Cjanes post – love your blob, pictures and stories. Your little girl is adorable, brave and funny. I’m an X new yawker so loved the pictures of Coney Island.
all the best to you and your family
Reag, first–these pictures slay me! Could Piper be any cuter?! Also, I just read your blob over at cjane and have to say I was quite impressed. I look forward to reading your posts every day. Lots of love to you and your fam.
Whenever I think I am having a trial YOU AND YOURS WILL COME TO MIND and then I wont mind. My life has been so easy and free compared to yours. I feel ashamed of all the times I thought my life was hard. YOU ARE THE MOST COURAGEOUS PEOPLE “I know” I shall tell everyone I know about Piper and her joy and her love and her remarkable parents. Life is Beautiful because now I know Who is beautiful. My prayers ascend on high for you all. deemom
I’m not sure if you’re allowed to post actual links on other people’s blogs (I’m also not sure who would enforce such a rule…), but here are some cute mini-tennis balls that might work.
http://www.petco.com/product/6937/PETCO-Mini-Tennis-Ball-Dog-Toys.aspx?CoreCat=OnSiteSearch
Plus, they’re in pretty bright colors for a cute little girl
I’m kind of going backwards on reading the posts since I just arrived, but you’re right– that first picture is really my favorite too
I have fallen in love with Piper’s smile and cuteness already to the post you wrote on CJANE’s blog 
Hi Reagan,
New reader too, I browsed throught your blog this morning and
1) you have a very cute and moving little girl, she seems to be an amazing person
2) … which is unsurprising because after all, you also seem to be amazing parents
3) if I ever move to NYC, I’ll get a flat next to yours because I play cello (or rather, am learning to – and that does make a difference) http://www.reagansblob.com/2009/09/aunt-jody-came/
I wish you all 3 a nice summer, and especially to Piper -have fun exploring around!
I found your blob a week or so ago, through a comment on one of c.jane’s facebook posts (someone refered to it, I think…I was interested and googled you! )I haven’t been able to read more than a few of your posts, but already I am in awe of what a wonderful mommy you are and what a beautiful little girl piper jane is. I LOVED your post on c.jane today. I feel like it really caught me up on things, since I haven’t read much of your blob. (I love that you call it a blob. I might start copying you
) anyway, thanks so much for sharing your story!!
I AM IN LOVE WITH HER and you! you are an amazing mommy! I cried when i saw your pictures of her walking. that may be the therapist in me (OT to be) or the mommy in me. either way, you all should win an award. thank you for sharing with us. thank you for being so graceful in a hard situation. thank you for being so glamourous! i am a new fan1
I was just linked to your blog from cjane’s. You are such an inspiring mother. Thank you for sharing your story. Piper is such a cute little girl and has the best smile in the whole wide world!!!
I can’t wait to have enough time to pour over your blob.
Finding you from CJane! Hooray for outdoor walks! Wishing you good thoughts from Massachusetts!
Thank you for sharing parts of your life through your wonderful “blob”… since I came across your story I can see my caotic life story with different eyes…and I have to admit, that I just have the greatest respect for your way to handle everything!
La vida es bella.
Best wishes from Berlin
Christine
Wow. First time here and all I wanna do is hug and kiss your little Piper! Wierd, huh? (And hopefully not creepy.) She’s a doll. All three of you are. Here’s to more outside time! Yay!
big smooch for the Pipsqueak…………good job everyone taking her outside to feel the sun and smell the grass
Squeak, squeak, squeak right back at you, Pip!!!
I love these pictures. I’m so happy you all got to go outside.\
Chandra
hello! i found your blog through cjane and I love it! Piper is so cute. I know they sell little tennis balls for puppies! I think she should def have some super colorful ones on her walker.
Tennis balls: small packages of small tennis balls at Petsmart. For all things small, wonderful, and needful!
Hi again! I just read your guest post on C Jane Run and oh man, am I crying. You’re an amazing writer. You and Jake are so talented in so many different ways. I can’t think of anyone awesomer to be Pip’s parents than you two. There is no manual for how to be a parent, but you guys are totally NAILING it. Like every day, even! I admire you so, so much. If I were in your shoes I would be a huge mess and you manage to make it all look so easy. You’re incredible. I hope you come to town soon so I can meet you foreals!
All I can say is that your ability (as seen through your photos) to enjoy life even though I am sure sometimes you feel like crying IS INSPIRATIONAL! I have not lived much over the past 6 years due to infertility issues and recurrent miscarriages. I have been coming out of my sadness bit by bit but have grown leaps after spending time on your blob today. Thank you for sharing your story. I WILL NOT PITY MYSELF ONE MORE DAY for my pain is so small in comparison to what many endure.