This one comes with no pictures. It's too special for that. Tonite, Rob let me steal his special routine for the night and it is so sweet. Laying on the floor chatting away with my girl in her "big girl" bed, looking at her new stars. It doesn't get better than this. :)
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Happy 2nd Birthday, Lily!
Ask Lily how old she is now and she'll confidently tell you, "two!". And today we celebrated her birthday the best we know how... With a toddler's favorite things; family time and fun!
For lunch, Lily and I picked up McDonalds and drove to the cider mill to meet Rob. Once parked, I let her have her lunch picnic style sitting in the front seat like a "big girl". She was so excited! Not only that, but she also learned how to roll the window down and proceeded to do it about a million times. This was the best day ever and we hadn't even left the car!
Once Rob arrived, we had a great time at the cider mill drinking cider, eating donuts and chasing the ducks yelling, "Quack! Quack!"
And the day wasn't done there. We visited with a good friend and her "non" (baby) and Lily got a good nap in. Then, it was off to experience Chuck E. Cheese's for the first time. We got there early and had almost the whole place to ourselves. Lil quickly warmed up to it and especially loved the slide. But, of course, as soon as the mouse came out, it was time for home. (Big furry anythings are not our style just yet. ;) )
All her presents were a big hit and she especially loves her light up moon and stars. Our baby is officially a baby no more and we had a great day celebrating.
For lunch, Lily and I picked up McDonalds and drove to the cider mill to meet Rob. Once parked, I let her have her lunch picnic style sitting in the front seat like a "big girl". She was so excited! Not only that, but she also learned how to roll the window down and proceeded to do it about a million times. This was the best day ever and we hadn't even left the car!
Once Rob arrived, we had a great time at the cider mill drinking cider, eating donuts and chasing the ducks yelling, "Quack! Quack!"
And the day wasn't done there. We visited with a good friend and her "non" (baby) and Lily got a good nap in. Then, it was off to experience Chuck E. Cheese's for the first time. We got there early and had almost the whole place to ourselves. Lil quickly warmed up to it and especially loved the slide. But, of course, as soon as the mouse came out, it was time for home. (Big furry anythings are not our style just yet. ;) )
All her presents were a big hit and she especially loves her light up moon and stars. Our baby is officially a baby no more and we had a great day celebrating.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
5 more days
5 more days until my baby is 2. How is that possible? She has grown so quickly from being a tiny infant, dependent on me for everything, to a beautiful, sweet girl who has stolen my heart. There is no shortage of kisses. No shortage of hugs. No shortage of thank you's and smiles and "Love you, Mamas." There is no shortage of blessings in the form of the most loving little person I have ever met.
There's also no shortage of stubbornness. And I love every minute of it. A little glimmer of the strong woman she'll be.
I am so thankful for these 2 years that have gone so fast. Her Daddy taught her a happy birthday song the other day and it's definitely worth a look. Just like everything she does, it puts a smile on my face. :)
There's also no shortage of stubbornness. And I love every minute of it. A little glimmer of the strong woman she'll be.
I am so thankful for these 2 years that have gone so fast. Her Daddy taught her a happy birthday song the other day and it's definitely worth a look. Just like everything she does, it puts a smile on my face. :)
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Sometimes I get so busy living life that I forget about my blog and updating it to save these memories. This month has clearly been one of those times, but just the same has been full of new explorations, a getting bigger girl and fun.
At the end of September, we took a family trip to Isle of Palms, SC. Though Lil deemed the sand still "yuck", she loved the pool.
She also developed a fascination for "futterflys".
But as always, the best part was uninterrupted time with both Mommy AND Daddy!
Other fun new things? Doing the splits...
And learning she's not so much fond of group photo sessions (Uncle Buddy's homecoming)...
...but is more than happy to have the spotlight when it's shining on her...
... And when ice cream sandwiches are involved, too!
More recent fall fun... Picking apples, playing "outside!!!!" all the time (especially when it includes "boots!!") and going to see Cousin Matt play football (and trying it out herself).
(Lily is OBSESSED with cats!!)
Last but not least, the football bug has bitten our house and Daddy will not let his little girl be left out.
And only 2 more weeks and our little girl will be---
Time flies when you're having fun!
At the end of September, we took a family trip to Isle of Palms, SC. Though Lil deemed the sand still "yuck", she loved the pool.
She also developed a fascination for "futterflys".
But as always, the best part was uninterrupted time with both Mommy AND Daddy!
Other fun new things? Doing the splits...
And learning she's not so much fond of group photo sessions (Uncle Buddy's homecoming)...
...but is more than happy to have the spotlight when it's shining on her...
... And when ice cream sandwiches are involved, too!
More recent fall fun... Picking apples, playing "outside!!!!" all the time (especially when it includes "boots!!") and going to see Cousin Matt play football (and trying it out herself).
(Lily is OBSESSED with cats!!)
Last but not least, the football bug has bitten our house and Daddy will not let his little girl be left out.
And only 2 more weeks and our little girl will be---
Time flies when you're having fun!
Monday, September 12, 2011
The Best Part of my Day
This!!!!
So, I admit it. I'm doing what I already did six months ago. Easily, I might add. Only this time it's not quite so easy.
We started the bad habit of letting Lily watch tv with us at night. Mostly out of laziness with a sprinkle of it's so cute to cuddle her splashed in there. And now, she's used to this and demands it... Along with falling asleep or almost falling asleep in the bed before being banished to the crib.
Okay. I can do this. I can break this habit.
7:30- Nice calming bath (yea, right... Not so much)
7:45- Get in PJs (or just run around the house naked squealing as your Mom chases you.)
8:15- Storytime in your room (Still no jammies, no actual reading of books, but playing on the carpet while sitting on the picturesque bed Mommy made out of pillows and blankets almost counts)
9:00- Request for milk gives Mom hope (she just might get to see the finale of Kate Plus 8, yet!!)
9:15- Snuggles with Mom on the floor.
9:20- Mom thinks she's asleep. Success! We've made it!!!
And then cue picture (once again for your viewing pleasure)
You really can't tell from the picture, but this is belly laughing at its best and the moment that I know this is the best part of my day.
While I lay on the floor next to her crib (yea, I know... Not gonna help... Let me have my pipe dream, okay?!), I think of all the things I love about this little lady...
Her laugh.
How she's one tough cookie.
When she says, "hi Mom."
Her loud voice and her whispers.
Her hugs that make me melt.
How she's so funny.
Her hand gestures.
Her many faces.
Her toes.
Her made-up words like "teet" (pacifier)- I know you wish your toddler called it that- and "non" (baby).
Her love of cats.
The way she wants to be everywhere I am.
How she arranges all her little people so perfectly.
Her stubborn streak.
Her sense of humor.
Her smile.
...and I could go on and on, but alas, my baby girl is finally asleep.
Goodnight. :)
So, I admit it. I'm doing what I already did six months ago. Easily, I might add. Only this time it's not quite so easy.
We started the bad habit of letting Lily watch tv with us at night. Mostly out of laziness with a sprinkle of it's so cute to cuddle her splashed in there. And now, she's used to this and demands it... Along with falling asleep or almost falling asleep in the bed before being banished to the crib.
Okay. I can do this. I can break this habit.
7:30- Nice calming bath (yea, right... Not so much)
7:45- Get in PJs (or just run around the house naked squealing as your Mom chases you.)
8:15- Storytime in your room (Still no jammies, no actual reading of books, but playing on the carpet while sitting on the picturesque bed Mommy made out of pillows and blankets almost counts)
9:00- Request for milk gives Mom hope (she just might get to see the finale of Kate Plus 8, yet!!)
9:15- Snuggles with Mom on the floor.
9:20- Mom thinks she's asleep. Success! We've made it!!!
And then cue picture (once again for your viewing pleasure)
You really can't tell from the picture, but this is belly laughing at its best and the moment that I know this is the best part of my day.
While I lay on the floor next to her crib (yea, I know... Not gonna help... Let me have my pipe dream, okay?!), I think of all the things I love about this little lady...
Her laugh.
How she's one tough cookie.
When she says, "hi Mom."
Her loud voice and her whispers.
Her hugs that make me melt.
How she's so funny.
Her hand gestures.
Her many faces.
Her toes.
Her made-up words like "teet" (pacifier)- I know you wish your toddler called it that- and "non" (baby).
Her love of cats.
The way she wants to be everywhere I am.
How she arranges all her little people so perfectly.
Her stubborn streak.
Her sense of humor.
Her smile.
...and I could go on and on, but alas, my baby girl is finally asleep.
Goodnight. :)
Thankful (6-10)
This week, we had a million things to be thankful for including...
6. The first of many of Lily's friends' birthday parties. A total success!! (Minus the screaming at the sight of Elmo that has been epic at our house and followed by many continuing "Elmo!" discussions. :) )
7. The adorable-ness that ensues when my child eats a cupcake.
8. Fun weekends with family and playing with Lil's beloved "cats!"
9. Visits from "Mimi" and how she loves my girl and showers her with adorable gifts and precious memories.
10. The blessings of health, safety and happiness that our families have always enjoyed thanks to those who have sacrificed these things for us.
6. The first of many of Lily's friends' birthday parties. A total success!! (Minus the screaming at the sight of Elmo that has been epic at our house and followed by many continuing "Elmo!" discussions. :) )
7. The adorable-ness that ensues when my child eats a cupcake.
8. Fun weekends with family and playing with Lil's beloved "cats!"
9. Visits from "Mimi" and how she loves my girl and showers her with adorable gifts and precious memories.
10. The blessings of health, safety and happiness that our families have always enjoyed thanks to those who have sacrificed these things for us.
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Leading by example
It seems obvious because it is obvious... but for some reason, it was a huge revelation to me. Why is it that Lily almost always says "thank you" when I never remember teaching her that? Because Rob and I almost always say it. Every day. A million times. So she says it. Every day. A million times. Until I ask her to say it... And then I'm in for a huge battle. So moral of the story? How much more influential (and easier) are my actions than my words! Why waste my breath when instead of telling her, I could just show her. See? Obvious. But this is one I wanted to remember. :)
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