Thursday, May 23, 2013
"I love you, Mommy"
This child pushes my every last button on an hourly basis! We left the park play date with her BFF with her kicking and screaming due to her challenging behavior today!
Otherwise, we had an awesome day! I was honest that I had my work to do and when I asked her to pitch in I heard more than once, "Picking up my stuff and putting away laundry is really hard work!". At least she helped and we got it done and she had the chance to beat me at Hi Ho Cherry-O a few times! I love the way she lets me go first and tries to let me cheat so I can have a turn to win! She has my Grandma Eunie's lucky streak when it comes to games of luck!
Tonight while she was cuddled on the couch ready to fall asleep she said more than once, "I love you, Mommy!". Miss Ella, you are an amazing child who will go far in life with your strong-will, energy and determination. Somedays you and I are just too much alike! Love you, my sweetie!
I couldn't resist this bedtime photo!
Otherwise, we had an awesome day! I was honest that I had my work to do and when I asked her to pitch in I heard more than once, "Picking up my stuff and putting away laundry is really hard work!". At least she helped and we got it done and she had the chance to beat me at Hi Ho Cherry-O a few times! I love the way she lets me go first and tries to let me cheat so I can have a turn to win! She has my Grandma Eunie's lucky streak when it comes to games of luck!
Tonight while she was cuddled on the couch ready to fall asleep she said more than once, "I love you, Mommy!". Miss Ella, you are an amazing child who will go far in life with your strong-will, energy and determination. Somedays you and I are just too much alike! Love you, my sweetie!I couldn't resist this bedtime photo!
Must Read for All Parents
Tricky People = Stranger Danger
My loving sister shared this link with me today and it's an eye opener and a great education for our kids. Raising kids has always been the hardest job ever, but there are tricky people out there who make it even worse!
I love my girls more than anything I WILL take the time to review "tricky people".
Our pediatrican reviewed teaching Ella ways to identify an appropriate adult to ask for help and recommended practicing at the grocery store by having her find a mom with kids and asking for the time. I've never done and I need to!!!
My loving sister shared this link with me today and it's an eye opener and a great education for our kids. Raising kids has always been the hardest job ever, but there are tricky people out there who make it even worse!
I love my girls more than anything I WILL take the time to review "tricky people".
Our pediatrican reviewed teaching Ella ways to identify an appropriate adult to ask for help and recommended practicing at the grocery store by having her find a mom with kids and asking for the time. I've never done and I need to!!!
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Surgery Updates
Joe had surgery last friday on his foot. He has severe pain in both feet and it has limited many activities for him. His doctor opted for a plantar fascitis surgery and we're crossing our fingers. If all goes well, he'll have the 2nd foot done in a few weeks. He is still in extreme pain and I'm anxious for him to see his doctor tomorrow!
I had minor surgery this morning. I am woozy from anesthesia, but feeling fine. Joe hobbled along and took care of me and the girls went to daycare. The nurses sure thought we were insane and we already know we are! I hope my good feeling continues tomorrow! Joe's off to work and I'm home with both girls! I'm hoping I have energy for the park and some errands! Fingers crossed we can all take a nap at the same time!
I had minor surgery this morning. I am woozy from anesthesia, but feeling fine. Joe hobbled along and took care of me and the girls went to daycare. The nurses sure thought we were insane and we already know we are! I hope my good feeling continues tomorrow! Joe's off to work and I'm home with both girls! I'm hoping I have energy for the park and some errands! Fingers crossed we can all take a nap at the same time!
The Farm at Thanksgiving Point
We drove Joe to work and after some quick shopping I promised Ella a pony ride at the farm! It was a cute place and a lot of fun. We did a lot more than the pictures show, but I only had my phone and it's harder to take pictures with 2 kids! Zoey went on her first wagon ride and slept through some of it! It was fun and we'll go back!
I LOVE to listen to Ella kindly talk to the animals. It's just precious! She LOVES horses and softly pet each horse on the nose!
I LOVE to listen to Ella kindly talk to the animals. It's just precious! She LOVES horses and softly pet each horse on the nose!
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| She planted, harvested, transported, etc! |
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| Tractor Ride |
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| Zoey hangs out and takes it all in! |
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| THRILLED! |
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| Such an animal lover! |
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Day in the life...
Holy Moly! Why on earth do I always overplan and overdo?
6AM - wake up to Zoey. Feed her and shower
Get everyone ready for the day
8:15 - leave. Drop Ella at daycare and Joe at meeting downtown (in a boot with a sore foot and in obvious post-op pain)
Realize I have 25 minutes to waste before Zoey's appt. Drive around....everything opens at 10. Give up!
9:00 - arrive at doctor office and surf internet on my phone while Zoey sleeps in car
9:20 - arrive at doctor for 9:30 appt and get in early! Zoey's 6 month well child went well
1045 - arrive home, feed zoey, make a new bottle
11 - Call from my doctor asking to move up my appt. Seriously? My day is FULL. I promise to try to be there by 1:20 for my scheduled 1:50
11:50 - leave for Zoey's pictures
12:20 Zoey's 6 month pictures. Always EXHAUSTING, but she's so stinkin' cute! LOVE HER and her adorable smile. STRESS while the photographer tries to sell me $500 worth of pictures. FYI - I told you I have a Groupon and I bring my child in a lot for pictures. Dream on if you think I'm buying the session! Aim to leave by 1, but that doesn't happen
1:15 leave
1:30 Arrive at hospital/appt. NO PARKING. Pull into valet and kindly step out of car and say, "Can I valet for an appt?". The guys says, "no". I say, "OK" and get back in my car. I don't have time for jokes. He freaks out and says he's kidding. Sorry, not something to kid about when I'm in a hurry! I think he felt bad when I got out with a crying kiddo and stroller!
1:35 - arrive at my appt. I was called back quickly and not seen until 2:20! So glad I rushed! I do like my doctor and he was appreciative. His son was in the State championship Baseball game. He knows I'm in healthcare and we have good rapport. He said, "Thank you, I'm sorry and I just wish I could make the game, but I'll be late due to all my problem patients!!!". I saw him for 30 seconds! The good news is I am having surgery tomorrow! Oh, and Zoey screamed almost the entire time I had to put her in the stroller and my doctor said more than once, "I can't believe how chubby she is!!!". Whatever....
2:40 Leave hospital and drop off prescription, Chick-Fil-A drive through for me (I missed lunch)!
3:10 - Arrive home, check email and pack bag for the next round
3:30 - Leave in time to pick up prescription and pick up Ella
3:31 - Stay home and feed Zoey....
3:45 - Leave, pick up Ella
4:10 - I had told Ella she would change into her swimsuit at daycare, but they were outside on the playground so I left with her and changed the plan. She was mad because she wanted to show her friends her Ariel swimsuit. Awesome! Finally got her loaded and she had to go potty. Too late.....we drove to swimming lessons! I had to break the news that I forgot her goggles (I paid for that one later when she cried all evening because her eyes hurt!!!)
4:20 Arrive at swimming. Change and potty and we made it!
4:30 - 5 Swimming. Texts and phone calls about an additional event I'm stressing about!
5 - Ella drama, eventually out of swimsuit, pottied and in clothes
5:30 - Pick up prescription and drive thru Wendy's for Ella. She begs for it (likely due to the Frosty) and it's all I could do today
6:15 HOME SWEET HOME
Feed the children, bathe the children, deal with Ella's eye drama and Zoey's post-vaccine crabby
Drama, drama, drama
8PM both girls asleep. Joe's getting a ride home and bringing me dinner....
THIS is why I rarely blog.....
6AM - wake up to Zoey. Feed her and shower
Get everyone ready for the day
8:15 - leave. Drop Ella at daycare and Joe at meeting downtown (in a boot with a sore foot and in obvious post-op pain)
Realize I have 25 minutes to waste before Zoey's appt. Drive around....everything opens at 10. Give up!
9:00 - arrive at doctor office and surf internet on my phone while Zoey sleeps in car
9:20 - arrive at doctor for 9:30 appt and get in early! Zoey's 6 month well child went well
1045 - arrive home, feed zoey, make a new bottle
11 - Call from my doctor asking to move up my appt. Seriously? My day is FULL. I promise to try to be there by 1:20 for my scheduled 1:50
11:50 - leave for Zoey's pictures
12:20 Zoey's 6 month pictures. Always EXHAUSTING, but she's so stinkin' cute! LOVE HER and her adorable smile. STRESS while the photographer tries to sell me $500 worth of pictures. FYI - I told you I have a Groupon and I bring my child in a lot for pictures. Dream on if you think I'm buying the session! Aim to leave by 1, but that doesn't happen
1:15 leave
1:30 Arrive at hospital/appt. NO PARKING. Pull into valet and kindly step out of car and say, "Can I valet for an appt?". The guys says, "no". I say, "OK" and get back in my car. I don't have time for jokes. He freaks out and says he's kidding. Sorry, not something to kid about when I'm in a hurry! I think he felt bad when I got out with a crying kiddo and stroller!
1:35 - arrive at my appt. I was called back quickly and not seen until 2:20! So glad I rushed! I do like my doctor and he was appreciative. His son was in the State championship Baseball game. He knows I'm in healthcare and we have good rapport. He said, "Thank you, I'm sorry and I just wish I could make the game, but I'll be late due to all my problem patients!!!". I saw him for 30 seconds! The good news is I am having surgery tomorrow! Oh, and Zoey screamed almost the entire time I had to put her in the stroller and my doctor said more than once, "I can't believe how chubby she is!!!". Whatever....
2:40 Leave hospital and drop off prescription, Chick-Fil-A drive through for me (I missed lunch)!
3:10 - Arrive home, check email and pack bag for the next round
3:30 - Leave in time to pick up prescription and pick up Ella
3:31 - Stay home and feed Zoey....
3:45 - Leave, pick up Ella
4:10 - I had told Ella she would change into her swimsuit at daycare, but they were outside on the playground so I left with her and changed the plan. She was mad because she wanted to show her friends her Ariel swimsuit. Awesome! Finally got her loaded and she had to go potty. Too late.....we drove to swimming lessons! I had to break the news that I forgot her goggles (I paid for that one later when she cried all evening because her eyes hurt!!!)
4:20 Arrive at swimming. Change and potty and we made it!
4:30 - 5 Swimming. Texts and phone calls about an additional event I'm stressing about!
5 - Ella drama, eventually out of swimsuit, pottied and in clothes
5:30 - Pick up prescription and drive thru Wendy's for Ella. She begs for it (likely due to the Frosty) and it's all I could do today
6:15 HOME SWEET HOME
Feed the children, bathe the children, deal with Ella's eye drama and Zoey's post-vaccine crabby
Drama, drama, drama
8PM both girls asleep. Joe's getting a ride home and bringing me dinner....
THIS is why I rarely blog.....
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Miss Zoey - 6 months ALREADY!
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| Hands or something always in her mouth! |
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| Awesome smiles...but never caught on camera! |
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| Sweet girl! |
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| Usually found in bib and always drooling! |
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| Yummmm...I guess I can put this is my mouth too! |
Sunday, May 12, 2013
Happy Mother's Day!
I was able to spend the day with my girls and Joe's Mom. I Skyped with my Mom and Barb and my Dad (it's his birthday)! SUCCESS! Church didn't happen, but Ella made it to Sunday school while we made a quick run to Costco, lunch, trip to Urgent Care (Zoey doesn't have an obvious ear infection yet, but she acts like she does), swimming, and ice cream!
Friday, May 10, 2013
Sweet Zoey
Poor Zoey! You've likely had a tummy ache since birth and it just took your Mommy a long time to figure out your subtle milk allergy! I was trying to not be a crazy mom and freak out about your spit up, chronic congestion, chronic cough. Every time I take you to the doctor you have an ear infection and we blame everything on that! I've always described you as my happy baby and great sleeper and eater. You're my chub-a-lub! Wow....changing you to the Cadillac of hypoallergenic formula and you are REALLY a happy baby and great sleeper!
Sorry my sweet baby girl, but you're kind of tricky when you are so easy going and willing to eat the milk-based formula and thrive so well! Part of me thinks she has eaten so much to try to make her stomach feel better! She's eating less of the new formula.
Miss Zoey, you are growing up so fast. You don't miss a THING! Everything goes into your mouth and no one can make you smile like your big sister! I love you sweet girl!
Sorry my sweet baby girl, but you're kind of tricky when you are so easy going and willing to eat the milk-based formula and thrive so well! Part of me thinks she has eaten so much to try to make her stomach feel better! She's eating less of the new formula.
Miss Zoey, you are growing up so fast. You don't miss a THING! Everything goes into your mouth and no one can make you smile like your big sister! I love you sweet girl!
Too many excuses to list...
I enjoy blogging. I love sharing pictures and stories about our family. It's a great way to include our family from afar in our lives. I've made great friends blogging. I find great advice. I just can't find time anymore!
I'm reading your blogs almost daily, but I don't make it past the blogger dashboard update often. Facebook intimidates me because I'm so far behind!
We are doing fine. I sent an email today listing each member of our family and the craziness we each have going on! It was comical!
A friend recently said, "Some people say it just never ends, but when you say it, it's the truth!".
Some highlights: Company, baptism, applying for a new jobs, looking for new childcare just in case, the stomach flu through 3 of 4 of us, pneumonia, ear infections, visits to the ER and urgent care, chronic cough, chronic congestion, milk allergy, expensive formula, medication trials and failures, hiking, swimming, ballet, gymnastics, doctor appointments, scheduling surgery for the adults, headaches, job stress, anniversaries, date nights and family walks through the neighborhood!
Many thanks to those of you who have reached out to say, "Are you OK?". I promise we are OK and I do want to blog again....someday!
I'm reading your blogs almost daily, but I don't make it past the blogger dashboard update often. Facebook intimidates me because I'm so far behind!
We are doing fine. I sent an email today listing each member of our family and the craziness we each have going on! It was comical!
A friend recently said, "Some people say it just never ends, but when you say it, it's the truth!".
Some highlights: Company, baptism, applying for a new jobs, looking for new childcare just in case, the stomach flu through 3 of 4 of us, pneumonia, ear infections, visits to the ER and urgent care, chronic cough, chronic congestion, milk allergy, expensive formula, medication trials and failures, hiking, swimming, ballet, gymnastics, doctor appointments, scheduling surgery for the adults, headaches, job stress, anniversaries, date nights and family walks through the neighborhood!
Many thanks to those of you who have reached out to say, "Are you OK?". I promise we are OK and I do want to blog again....someday!
Oh, Miss Ella!
Life is busy and we are constantly entertained by Miss Ella. I have laughed so hard tonight I just have to share!Ella was singing some song that I wasn't listening to very closely and then I kept hearing her say loudly, "FARDONMEE". I said, "What are you talking about?". The fish said, "FARDONMEE". I kindly reminder her that "fart" is not a word that she can say at school or home.
Sadly it took me longer than I care to admit to figure it out!
The song is about a fish, and then a shark and then a whale and at some point the whale burps and says, "PARDON ME".
After several corrections about the word starting with a "P" sound she would say it correctly but after a few times she'd start in again with FARDONMEE and I would just lose it!
Miss Ella, I love your energy and your desire to learn, explore and always make us laugh even when it's not on purpose!
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Challenges
It's been a rough week! I haven't worked 7 days in a row since October and I think I did some trading then, so it's REALLY been a long time since my family has delt with me working 75 hours in 7 days. It's lead to me ask myself if my crazy schedule is working for us. There have been a lot of tears this week!
We've almost made it! We are ALL looking forward to tomorrow and a fun weekend together!
What doesn't kill you makes you stronger, right????
We've almost made it! We are ALL looking forward to tomorrow and a fun weekend together!
What doesn't kill you makes you stronger, right????
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
The Girls
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| A great project! |
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| The last piece! |
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| So proud! Shutterfly puzzle - so FUN! You see EVERYTHING in the faces....warning! |
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| Take our picture! |
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| Zoey and her peas. We laughed our heads off when she took the spoon and made a mess! |
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| LOVE! |
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| More LOVE! |
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| Such a Diva! |
Friday, March 29, 2013
They make me happy!
"Ella, your eyes look tired, maybe you should take a nap"
"I'm not tired! Look at my eyes now!"
It was pajama day at school, so we were in PJ's at home instead!
Happy Easter!
Joe and the girls have many fun activities planned. Sadly, I'll be at work for the weekend...there are positives and negatives to my schedule!
Zoey Milestone: Rice Cereal
I forgot how hard it is for babies to learn to eat solids. I think she actually got some into her belly! She doesn't love it, but it's nice that I could play with the consistency to find a way to get her to keep it in her mouth! On to vegetables next! I've heard it doesn't matter, but I'm a veggies than fruit kind of mom and this working mom serves Gerber!After posting I looked back and saw this....how random???
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