Hello again, this is Lucas. I'm 15 days old and having a blast. I just wanted to show you a quick video Dad took of me. With Christmas only a day away, I've been working on building my neck strength. Mom and Dad tried to hide the presents from me, but when I pick my head up, I can see them under the tree. Now....if only I could figure out how to get over there to open them up. Maybe my really cool big sister Madeline will carry me over there when Mom and Dad aren't looking. Too bad she's sleeping already. Maybe tomorrow!!!! Sorry if the video comes out sideways. I showed Dad how to work his phone's camera like a 100 times, but I guess he still needs a little help. Sometimes I wonder about the guy. I hope everyone has a great Christmas and has as much fun opening presents as I will. Love, Lucas
Friday, December 23, 2011
Saturday, December 17, 2011
It's a Boy!!!!!!!
dadadadadadadada…….Wait…..Ok, I think I got this typing thing down……Is this thing on…..Ok, here we go! Happy Birthday to Me, Happy Birthday to Me….Happy Birthday to Luke, Happy birthday to Me!!!!
I’d like to introduce myself to all of our family and friends out there. While I haven’t met most of you yet, Mom and Dad talk so highly of everyone that I can’t wait to meet you all. My name is Lucas “Luke” John Gacnik and I was born 12/08/11 at 11:05pm. I weighed 8 lbs – 2 ounces, and measured 18.5-inches long. I know I wasn’t supposed to make my arrival until closer to Christmas, but I thought, “Why Wait?” The sooner I get home, the sooner I can open presents. I heard my sister Madeline wanted to open my presents before I was born and I couldn’t let that happen. I think I’m getting a head of myself, though. Let me telling you briefly about the day Mom and Dad met me for the first time!
On December 8th (a Thursday I think if I remember the days of the week correctly), Mom’s belly started to get really tight during the day. This made sleeping uncomfortable for me as I kept feeling like I was getting pushed and squeezed. My little home was getting too small as it was. I heard mom call the doctor for their opinion. I think she was told to relax and drink lots of water. I don’t think it helped at all. Mom brought me home from work a little early that day and we laid on the couch together. Before coming home, Mom called dad and told him he better pack a bag because she thought I might be arriving today. I later found out that Dad packed Mom’s bag in record time! After being home for a while, Mom’s belly kept getting tighter and tighter more frequently. Mom and Dad decided to take me to the hospital.
Since I wasn’t suppose to arrive this early, Grandma and Grandpa Kiefer hadn’t arrived to watch my big sister yet. On the way to the hospital, we dropped Madeline off at her daycare provider Pat’s house. Pat was gracious and generous enough to watch Madeline for a couple days until Grandma and Grandpa could make the trip up from Iowa. While I was very anxious to meet my big sister, it would have to wait. Madeline was extremely excited to have a sleepover at Pat’s.
Ok…..back to the hospital. While we were there, the tightness in Mom’s belly kept coming stronger and more frequently. I didn’t like it very much and I know Mom wasn’t having much fun either. At around 10:00 at night, the doctor apparently told Mom and Dad that I was arriving tonight. YEAH!!!!!!!! I was going to meet Mom and Dad for the first time. Mom’s surgery and my arrival went great. I think mom and dad almost cried when they heard me testing out my little lungs. They seemed to like my head of hair as well.
I spent the next few days in the hospital meeting a lot of really nice people and getting a lot of attention. It was great. I used my charm and even put the moves on some of the nurses. I think I have a few dates lined up already. Maybe I’ll have them drive!
I met my big sister Madeline for the first time. She was very excited to see me and gave me lots of hugs and kisses. She even took me for a walk around the hospital which was very fun. She didn’t like when I cried, though. I also got to meet Grandma and Grandpa Kiefer, Uncle Tom, Aunt Mary, and my cousins Katelyn, Caleb and Hailey. They brought me nice gifts to play with and they all loved to hold and hug me. I loved it as well!
Now that we are at home, I seem to be getting a lot of attention here as well. Mom and Dad enjoy taking naps with me and I love to eat. Where has this milk been for the last nine months!!!! Grandma and Grandpa Kiefer are staying here as well to help out. Mom and Dad want to thank them very much! I heard I get to meet Grandma and Grandpa Gacnik in January too. My big sister has been amazing! She loves to hold me, give me kisses and help out with everything. When Mom or Dad changes my diaper, she gets to watch and throw the diaper away. She’s a great helper. She likes to tell everyone all about her baby brother Luke. I love my big sister, even though she got sick after we got home. I heard they had to take her to the doctor late at night. I think they said she had something called strep throat. It did not look like fun. I gave her extra kisses to help her feel better.
I’m not too crazy about my home yet, as it gets pretty cold. There are a lot of stairs as well, which will make it difficult for me to crawl around in time. Mom and Dad keep talking about a potential new home in our future, but they haven’t explained everything to me yet. I heard something about an offer, a short sale and maybe moving sometime next year. I’ll have to have my big sister fill you in later. She’s pretty smart and knows all about these types of things.
I’m sorry for writing so much, but I wasn’t sure when I would be able to get back on the computer again. My sister loves to play on the computer as well and I had to sneak on while she was napping. As I get older, I’ll have to have her show me all the fun games she plays.
I hope everyone has a great Christmas and Happy New Year! Here are a few pictures of my adventures over the last week. Don’t worry, though…….I’ll write more again soon!
Love,
Luke
I’d like to introduce myself to all of our family and friends out there. While I haven’t met most of you yet, Mom and Dad talk so highly of everyone that I can’t wait to meet you all. My name is Lucas “Luke” John Gacnik and I was born 12/08/11 at 11:05pm. I weighed 8 lbs – 2 ounces, and measured 18.5-inches long. I know I wasn’t supposed to make my arrival until closer to Christmas, but I thought, “Why Wait?” The sooner I get home, the sooner I can open presents. I heard my sister Madeline wanted to open my presents before I was born and I couldn’t let that happen. I think I’m getting a head of myself, though. Let me telling you briefly about the day Mom and Dad met me for the first time!
On December 8th (a Thursday I think if I remember the days of the week correctly), Mom’s belly started to get really tight during the day. This made sleeping uncomfortable for me as I kept feeling like I was getting pushed and squeezed. My little home was getting too small as it was. I heard mom call the doctor for their opinion. I think she was told to relax and drink lots of water. I don’t think it helped at all. Mom brought me home from work a little early that day and we laid on the couch together. Before coming home, Mom called dad and told him he better pack a bag because she thought I might be arriving today. I later found out that Dad packed Mom’s bag in record time! After being home for a while, Mom’s belly kept getting tighter and tighter more frequently. Mom and Dad decided to take me to the hospital.
Since I wasn’t suppose to arrive this early, Grandma and Grandpa Kiefer hadn’t arrived to watch my big sister yet. On the way to the hospital, we dropped Madeline off at her daycare provider Pat’s house. Pat was gracious and generous enough to watch Madeline for a couple days until Grandma and Grandpa could make the trip up from Iowa. While I was very anxious to meet my big sister, it would have to wait. Madeline was extremely excited to have a sleepover at Pat’s.
Ok…..back to the hospital. While we were there, the tightness in Mom’s belly kept coming stronger and more frequently. I didn’t like it very much and I know Mom wasn’t having much fun either. At around 10:00 at night, the doctor apparently told Mom and Dad that I was arriving tonight. YEAH!!!!!!!! I was going to meet Mom and Dad for the first time. Mom’s surgery and my arrival went great. I think mom and dad almost cried when they heard me testing out my little lungs. They seemed to like my head of hair as well.
I spent the next few days in the hospital meeting a lot of really nice people and getting a lot of attention. It was great. I used my charm and even put the moves on some of the nurses. I think I have a few dates lined up already. Maybe I’ll have them drive!
I met my big sister Madeline for the first time. She was very excited to see me and gave me lots of hugs and kisses. She even took me for a walk around the hospital which was very fun. She didn’t like when I cried, though. I also got to meet Grandma and Grandpa Kiefer, Uncle Tom, Aunt Mary, and my cousins Katelyn, Caleb and Hailey. They brought me nice gifts to play with and they all loved to hold and hug me. I loved it as well!
Now that we are at home, I seem to be getting a lot of attention here as well. Mom and Dad enjoy taking naps with me and I love to eat. Where has this milk been for the last nine months!!!! Grandma and Grandpa Kiefer are staying here as well to help out. Mom and Dad want to thank them very much! I heard I get to meet Grandma and Grandpa Gacnik in January too. My big sister has been amazing! She loves to hold me, give me kisses and help out with everything. When Mom or Dad changes my diaper, she gets to watch and throw the diaper away. She’s a great helper. She likes to tell everyone all about her baby brother Luke. I love my big sister, even though she got sick after we got home. I heard they had to take her to the doctor late at night. I think they said she had something called strep throat. It did not look like fun. I gave her extra kisses to help her feel better.
I’m not too crazy about my home yet, as it gets pretty cold. There are a lot of stairs as well, which will make it difficult for me to crawl around in time. Mom and Dad keep talking about a potential new home in our future, but they haven’t explained everything to me yet. I heard something about an offer, a short sale and maybe moving sometime next year. I’ll have to have my big sister fill you in later. She’s pretty smart and knows all about these types of things.
I’m sorry for writing so much, but I wasn’t sure when I would be able to get back on the computer again. My sister loves to play on the computer as well and I had to sneak on while she was napping. As I get older, I’ll have to have her show me all the fun games she plays.
I hope everyone has a great Christmas and Happy New Year! Here are a few pictures of my adventures over the last week. Don’t worry, though…….I’ll write more again soon!
Love,
Luke
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Let's focus on me.....
....because soon I'll have to share the spotlight.
Lately I've been learning lots of new things. I've learned that my mommy is also called Julie and daddy is also called Jeremy. Mom and dad also say our last name is Gacnik, but I'm still working on saying that because it's tough.
I've also been teaching people what I like to be called. I have two names. Some people call me Madeline, but if you ask me what I want to be called, I have now been responding Maddie, because that's what my friends at daycare call me. So, that being said, you can call me Maddie or Madeline. Both are fine.
I wonder what the new baby will want to be called? I'm sure I'll come up with something since mom and dad still haven't decided. You'd think they would be a bit more prepared.
Other things I'm learning to say....the ABCs and 123s. Mom is teaching me how to say the 123s in Spanish too and then Dad says I'll learn it in Russian. That will be pretty cool. I love to sing....all the time. Sometimes when I go to bed I sing to myself, because no one can hear me....I'm certain mom and dad don't have the baby monitor on then....I just know it.
Well, that's all for now...keep your eyes on the blog because I'll let you know when my sibling arrives.
Love - ME
Lately I've been learning lots of new things. I've learned that my mommy is also called Julie and daddy is also called Jeremy. Mom and dad also say our last name is Gacnik, but I'm still working on saying that because it's tough.
I've also been teaching people what I like to be called. I have two names. Some people call me Madeline, but if you ask me what I want to be called, I have now been responding Maddie, because that's what my friends at daycare call me. So, that being said, you can call me Maddie or Madeline. Both are fine.
I wonder what the new baby will want to be called? I'm sure I'll come up with something since mom and dad still haven't decided. You'd think they would be a bit more prepared.
Other things I'm learning to say....the ABCs and 123s. Mom is teaching me how to say the 123s in Spanish too and then Dad says I'll learn it in Russian. That will be pretty cool. I love to sing....all the time. Sometimes when I go to bed I sing to myself, because no one can hear me....I'm certain mom and dad don't have the baby monitor on then....I just know it.
Well, that's all for now...keep your eyes on the blog because I'll let you know when my sibling arrives.
Love - ME
Sunday, December 4, 2011
Just the important stuff....
..pictures....
On a side note, can you believe Dad made Mom and I tromp through waist-high snow (well, maybe one a few inches) today to cut down a Chistmas tree? That seems like an easy way to get the baby here before December 20...that's only 2 weeks away.
Also, have I mentioned I'm a little obsessed with Frosty the snowman....really, I like any/all snowmen. I have a book with frosty and we ready it at least 5 times a day, which I really don't think is enough.
I'm not 100% sold on this snow stuff...brrrrr....I feel in it today and gosh, it was cold!
Love
Maddie
On a side note, can you believe Dad made Mom and I tromp through waist-high snow (well, maybe one a few inches) today to cut down a Chistmas tree? That seems like an easy way to get the baby here before December 20...that's only 2 weeks away.
Also, have I mentioned I'm a little obsessed with Frosty the snowman....really, I like any/all snowmen. I have a book with frosty and we ready it at least 5 times a day, which I really don't think is enough.
I'm not 100% sold on this snow stuff...brrrrr....I feel in it today and gosh, it was cold!
Love
Maddie
Saturday, December 3, 2011
Life as an only child...
....is nearing an end I'm told.
I'm not really sure what this means. I like to think the focus will still be on sweet, innocent, adorable, little me.....ha ha
Well, sorry for the delay in my blog posting. Life has been a little crazy around here lately.
I was sick for about 10 days...yep, I couldn't go to daycare of anything. I had a fever of 102-103 for 6 days and then I got these sores on my face and in my mouth and my hands were puffy. Turns out, hand, foot and mouth disease. I don't recommend it; it wasn't fun at all. I lost 2 lbs. over the course of the 10 days and was pretty cranky as you can imagine. But, I'm all better now. Life is good, my appetite is back and mom and dad are happy I'm doing better.
Grandma and Grandpa Gacnik came to visit for Thanksgiving. We had fun, we ate plenty of turkey and did tons of puzzles. I trained them well. I'll see them in January again after the new baby is born.
Today, we went and saw Santa.....when I say we saw Santa, I mean I walked by him but wasn't about to sit on his lap. I made some crafts and colored too....overall, it was pretty darn fun!
Well, I'm tired so I'm going to bed....actually, mom and dad tell me I'm going to bed whether I want to or not. So good night!
(as you can tell, I am practicing baking cheerio muffins since no one else will)
I'm not really sure what this means. I like to think the focus will still be on sweet, innocent, adorable, little me.....ha ha
Well, sorry for the delay in my blog posting. Life has been a little crazy around here lately.
I was sick for about 10 days...yep, I couldn't go to daycare of anything. I had a fever of 102-103 for 6 days and then I got these sores on my face and in my mouth and my hands were puffy. Turns out, hand, foot and mouth disease. I don't recommend it; it wasn't fun at all. I lost 2 lbs. over the course of the 10 days and was pretty cranky as you can imagine. But, I'm all better now. Life is good, my appetite is back and mom and dad are happy I'm doing better.
Grandma and Grandpa Gacnik came to visit for Thanksgiving. We had fun, we ate plenty of turkey and did tons of puzzles. I trained them well. I'll see them in January again after the new baby is born.
Today, we went and saw Santa.....when I say we saw Santa, I mean I walked by him but wasn't about to sit on his lap. I made some crafts and colored too....overall, it was pretty darn fun!
Well, I'm tired so I'm going to bed....actually, mom and dad tell me I'm going to bed whether I want to or not. So good night!
(as you can tell, I am practicing baking cheerio muffins since no one else will)
Monday, November 14, 2011
Mommy wow, I'm a big kid now!
You know the tune, "Mommy Wow! I'm a big kid now!"
Well, maybe I'm not a big kid, but I sure am growing up fast!
I decided 2 weeks ago I'd start potty training myself. Mom and dad weren't pushing it since the new baby is coming in 5 weeks, but I thought I'd see what it was all about. So after my nap I told mom I was going to sit on my "big girl potty" so I walked into the bathroom, shut the door on mom, pulled my pants down and took my diaper off. Mom said she was a little nervous what she would find when she opened the door 5 min. later, but low and behold I left a wet present in the potty for her. HA - take that lady! Mom and Dad were really excited about my accomplishment.
Then, later the same day I went again before my bath. Sometimes when I wake up in the morning I go in and go and sometimes I don't. I guess I don't know what's so "cool" about it yet. You see, when I'm playing with my toys why would I want to stop and take the time to go potty when my diaper will catch it all?! Don't worry, all in time.
Also, let's talk a bit more about dinner time. I can't remember if I've taught you about the new tradition we have here at our table, but I'll refresh your memory incase you've forgotten or I just haven't told you yet. I have started a new tradition which Grandma and Grandpa will soon be introduced to....to put it mildly, they will be experts at the Pledge of Allegiance by the time they leave from their visit. I require that we say our normal dinner prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance (which you have to say REALLY LOUD) and then the prayer we say at daycare before mealtime. Yes, your meal will have plenty of time to cool down with our new routine, but heck, I can now say we are very patriotic!
Other than that, life is moving along in Minnesota. We saw a few snow flurries last Thursday for all of 5 min. and it hardly counted, but they were flurries all the same.
I'm growing up fast. I can now count to 10 and am working on getting to 20. Also, I'm am obsessed with puzzles and my new favorites are the Mickey, Big Bird and Farm one. I have to help mom and dad with them because they are easily confused.
Oh yes, one last thing. I decided since the new baby is coming around Christmas that I should learn how to bake. So, here are a few pics of my masterpieces....you know it looks tasty. Just remember, you can never have too much flour and taste tests throughout the baking process are absolutely necessary....the cookie cutter of choice, Mickey (because he's my favorite!).
Well, that's all for now.
Love Maddie
Well, maybe I'm not a big kid, but I sure am growing up fast!
I decided 2 weeks ago I'd start potty training myself. Mom and dad weren't pushing it since the new baby is coming in 5 weeks, but I thought I'd see what it was all about. So after my nap I told mom I was going to sit on my "big girl potty" so I walked into the bathroom, shut the door on mom, pulled my pants down and took my diaper off. Mom said she was a little nervous what she would find when she opened the door 5 min. later, but low and behold I left a wet present in the potty for her. HA - take that lady! Mom and Dad were really excited about my accomplishment.
Then, later the same day I went again before my bath. Sometimes when I wake up in the morning I go in and go and sometimes I don't. I guess I don't know what's so "cool" about it yet. You see, when I'm playing with my toys why would I want to stop and take the time to go potty when my diaper will catch it all?! Don't worry, all in time.
Also, let's talk a bit more about dinner time. I can't remember if I've taught you about the new tradition we have here at our table, but I'll refresh your memory incase you've forgotten or I just haven't told you yet. I have started a new tradition which Grandma and Grandpa will soon be introduced to....to put it mildly, they will be experts at the Pledge of Allegiance by the time they leave from their visit. I require that we say our normal dinner prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance (which you have to say REALLY LOUD) and then the prayer we say at daycare before mealtime. Yes, your meal will have plenty of time to cool down with our new routine, but heck, I can now say we are very patriotic!
Other than that, life is moving along in Minnesota. We saw a few snow flurries last Thursday for all of 5 min. and it hardly counted, but they were flurries all the same.
I'm growing up fast. I can now count to 10 and am working on getting to 20. Also, I'm am obsessed with puzzles and my new favorites are the Mickey, Big Bird and Farm one. I have to help mom and dad with them because they are easily confused.
Oh yes, one last thing. I decided since the new baby is coming around Christmas that I should learn how to bake. So, here are a few pics of my masterpieces....you know it looks tasty. Just remember, you can never have too much flour and taste tests throughout the baking process are absolutely necessary....the cookie cutter of choice, Mickey (because he's my favorite!).
Well, that's all for now.
Love Maddie
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Sweet tooth of mine...
Mom says life is what happens to you, attitude is how you react. If you position things positively, then you’ll handle everything smoother. For example, mom was told she failed a glucose test and had to retake it. How did she handle this news? She baked 7 days straight until the follow-up test knowing if she failed again that she at least had consumed all the sugary treats possible. Well, what happened? She failed again! Something about gestational diabetes. Mom says it isn't that bad and could always be worse. So what does this mean for me? Well, mom and dad changed all of our meal plans to reduce the carbs/sugars…..I for one am not too sure I like this change, but I’m supportive and playing along. Don’t worry, I still get my sweet treats. Speaking of sweet, I have developed a slight sweet tooth. I figured since mom shouldn’t have any right now I should pick up the slack for the family.
Enough about Mom, let’s talk about me! A few weeks ago I went to another apple orchard, or as I call it and apple farm, to buy some apples. I also got to see a porcupine, raccoon, and a pig. Then, I got to go for a hayride. I offered to drive the tractor, because I really love tractors, but mom and dad said I had to be older. May next year?
Then, I went to a pumpkin patch to get a pumpkin. It was really tough finding the perfect one. I settled on 2 small ones and then 3 little baby ones I could carry in my own hand. They have been fun to marker on and paint. Speaking of pumpkins, Halloween came and went. I wasn’t a fan of it. I refused to wear my costume at daycare for the party and only put it on for 5 minutes that night to help dad build a new book shelf…..that was it. I didn’t want to do any trick or treating. I guess I’m the party pooper!
I went for a little road trip this past weekend with mom and dad. We went to UNI to see some friends and then I got to see my Uncle Tom and his family. I met a little boy named Logan…..I think he might be my new boyfriend, don’t tell dad though. It sure was fun playing with kids for the day. The nice thing was, the entire trip was a day trip.
We’ve been doing a bit of rearranging at our house. There is a pack’n’play set up, a new bedroom (with my old baby crib) ready, a baby swing and a new car seat. I’m getting used to seeing these things. I tried to convince mom and dad the swing was for me but they said only babies can use it. I guess this “baby” person really is going to make an appearance at some point. Mom and Dad say I'm in for a rude awakening when this "baby" person makes his/her debut...I have no idea what they are talking about. Mom and Dad also say I’ll have to share my blog….supposedly we’ll have a new “blogger.” We’ll see about that….we’ll see....
I’ll post some pics later from the Pumpkin Patch.
Love Madeline-
PS. Everyone gave us a hard time when we moved to MN because the weather gets really bad here in the winter. So far, it’s snowed 3 times in CO and the weather here has been beautiful. In fact, MN just broke a record for the 8th best fall in history…..Look who’s laughing now people….Look who’s laughing now!
Enough about Mom, let’s talk about me! A few weeks ago I went to another apple orchard, or as I call it and apple farm, to buy some apples. I also got to see a porcupine, raccoon, and a pig. Then, I got to go for a hayride. I offered to drive the tractor, because I really love tractors, but mom and dad said I had to be older. May next year?
Then, I went to a pumpkin patch to get a pumpkin. It was really tough finding the perfect one. I settled on 2 small ones and then 3 little baby ones I could carry in my own hand. They have been fun to marker on and paint. Speaking of pumpkins, Halloween came and went. I wasn’t a fan of it. I refused to wear my costume at daycare for the party and only put it on for 5 minutes that night to help dad build a new book shelf…..that was it. I didn’t want to do any trick or treating. I guess I’m the party pooper!
I went for a little road trip this past weekend with mom and dad. We went to UNI to see some friends and then I got to see my Uncle Tom and his family. I met a little boy named Logan…..I think he might be my new boyfriend, don’t tell dad though. It sure was fun playing with kids for the day. The nice thing was, the entire trip was a day trip.
We’ve been doing a bit of rearranging at our house. There is a pack’n’play set up, a new bedroom (with my old baby crib) ready, a baby swing and a new car seat. I’m getting used to seeing these things. I tried to convince mom and dad the swing was for me but they said only babies can use it. I guess this “baby” person really is going to make an appearance at some point. Mom and Dad say I'm in for a rude awakening when this "baby" person makes his/her debut...I have no idea what they are talking about. Mom and Dad also say I’ll have to share my blog….supposedly we’ll have a new “blogger.” We’ll see about that….we’ll see....
I’ll post some pics later from the Pumpkin Patch.
Love Madeline-
PS. Everyone gave us a hard time when we moved to MN because the weather gets really bad here in the winter. So far, it’s snowed 3 times in CO and the weather here has been beautiful. In fact, MN just broke a record for the 8th best fall in history…..Look who’s laughing now people….Look who’s laughing now!
Sunday, October 9, 2011
A is for Apple....
I went to my first apple orchard and pumpkin patch and loved it.
I didn't exactly pick the apples from the tree, but I helped dad get them from a basket inside and put them in a bag. I treated the apples like a basketball and did a slam dunk when putting them in the bag, so dad took a few out....something about bruising them, etc. Oh well, he doesn't value free help quite yet.
They had some pretty slick stuff at the orchard though....chickens, goats, and turkeys. I spent alot of time focused on the chickens....they were all over the place and really cool. They also has a big bail of hay to climb on and a slide to come down on. I played on this quite awhile and had a ton of fun!!! We didn't get to go on the tractor ride since the line was really long and mom and dad were tired and needed a nap, but maybe next year.
Since buying all the apples mom has been busy in the kitchen...she jokes about being barefoot, pregnant and in the kitchen all the time. She made apple crisp and and apple pie this weekend in addition to 2 pots of soup (chili and chicken w/ wild rice) and then tonight she's making banana bars for the people at work. She's a crazy "nesting" lady right now.
This weekend was kind of fun. Grandma and Grandpa came to visit for 1 night...not 1-2 weeks, but 1 night. Something about being 5 hours away allows for quick visits sometimes. It was fun playing with them; we had dinner, went to church and then had lunch today before they took off for IA. I sure enjoyed the visit and think living a little closer will work out just fine. I showed them my train set, played dolls and all sorts of stuff. Great weekend.
People kept telling us when we were moving the weather would be horrible....I'm not sure what they were talking about. It's been 80 degrees every day the past week and we've even had the air on a few times. From what I understand my old house in CO had almost 4 inches of snow yesterday....look who's laughing now people?!!!
Aside from that I guess I have one more story that I almost forgot....Mom and I fell down that stairs last weekend. Actually mom was carrying me down the stairs and slipped and we both came a tumbling down. Mom landed smack on her back, but did a really good job of not dropping me or letting go of the handrail. Of course it was Oct. 1, the first day our new insurance was effective and the insurance cards hadn't arrived yet and mom and dad hadn't lined up new doctors in MN. So, we visited a local family practice who confirmed the baby was still happy and healthy. Mom jokes saying the baby probably thought it was a joy ride and nothing to worry about. Mom on the other hand was a little sore for a few days. Dad, he's fine...he saw it happen and didn't know what to do since both Mom and I came a tumbling down. We know how to keep him on his toes.
Other than that, life is pretty mellow. Mom stopped running finally which might be good since she can't walk down stairs without falling down. :)
Love - Maddie (did I mention I like Oreos now?)
PS. I really like helping Daddy fix things so Grandma G. sent me a cool thing to help out...check it out. Thanks Grandma!
I didn't exactly pick the apples from the tree, but I helped dad get them from a basket inside and put them in a bag. I treated the apples like a basketball and did a slam dunk when putting them in the bag, so dad took a few out....something about bruising them, etc. Oh well, he doesn't value free help quite yet.
They had some pretty slick stuff at the orchard though....chickens, goats, and turkeys. I spent alot of time focused on the chickens....they were all over the place and really cool. They also has a big bail of hay to climb on and a slide to come down on. I played on this quite awhile and had a ton of fun!!! We didn't get to go on the tractor ride since the line was really long and mom and dad were tired and needed a nap, but maybe next year.
Since buying all the apples mom has been busy in the kitchen...she jokes about being barefoot, pregnant and in the kitchen all the time. She made apple crisp and and apple pie this weekend in addition to 2 pots of soup (chili and chicken w/ wild rice) and then tonight she's making banana bars for the people at work. She's a crazy "nesting" lady right now.
This weekend was kind of fun. Grandma and Grandpa came to visit for 1 night...not 1-2 weeks, but 1 night. Something about being 5 hours away allows for quick visits sometimes. It was fun playing with them; we had dinner, went to church and then had lunch today before they took off for IA. I sure enjoyed the visit and think living a little closer will work out just fine. I showed them my train set, played dolls and all sorts of stuff. Great weekend.
People kept telling us when we were moving the weather would be horrible....I'm not sure what they were talking about. It's been 80 degrees every day the past week and we've even had the air on a few times. From what I understand my old house in CO had almost 4 inches of snow yesterday....look who's laughing now people?!!!
Aside from that I guess I have one more story that I almost forgot....Mom and I fell down that stairs last weekend. Actually mom was carrying me down the stairs and slipped and we both came a tumbling down. Mom landed smack on her back, but did a really good job of not dropping me or letting go of the handrail. Of course it was Oct. 1, the first day our new insurance was effective and the insurance cards hadn't arrived yet and mom and dad hadn't lined up new doctors in MN. So, we visited a local family practice who confirmed the baby was still happy and healthy. Mom jokes saying the baby probably thought it was a joy ride and nothing to worry about. Mom on the other hand was a little sore for a few days. Dad, he's fine...he saw it happen and didn't know what to do since both Mom and I came a tumbling down. We know how to keep him on his toes.
Other than that, life is pretty mellow. Mom stopped running finally which might be good since she can't walk down stairs without falling down. :)
Love - Maddie (did I mention I like Oreos now?)
PS. I really like helping Daddy fix things so Grandma G. sent me a cool thing to help out...check it out. Thanks Grandma!
Sunday, September 25, 2011
Transition....
....is happening all around us...
I'm transitioning to my new home and routine.
And, to my new potty chair which is by far the COOLEST thing ever invented. I like to sit on it an really crunch up my face like I'm in deep concentration. Then, after a couple seconds I look down to see if anything magically appeared. This photos is from the first day I got it....can you see my excitement? By the way, nothing magical has appeared yet....maybe tomorrow.
I'm transitioning to my NEW BED. It's pretty cool. I supervised Dad in the building process. I was the project manager who helped put parts together, read the instructions, test the strength for climbing purposes and tested the mattress. I really love it and don't plan on going back to my crib anytime soon.
I'm also transitioning into the house chef. It's about time I teach mom and dad a thing or two in the kitchen. I help all the time. I carry things from Mom to Dad or from Dad to Mom. Tonight I taught them how to make homemade empanadas. They sure are messy to make when teaching Mom and Dad how to make them, but they have to learn sometime. I think they turned out pretty well considering I ate all of mine and Mom and Dad sure didn't complain about their meals.
Transitioning....the roughest transition is getting up early for daycare. Mom and Dad wake me now, yup the first time in 2-3 years mom and dad are setting an alarm clock because I like to sleep until 7. Now they wake me at 6:30 to get ready for daycare. Speaking of daycare, it's going okay but I don't have any new boyfriends yet. There is a boy named Nate, but we're just friends. Overall, I really have been a good tropper through this transition and am enjoying playing with new friends.
Okay, until later.
Madeline
(my new hat, scarf and mittens from my buddy Kelly in CO...they are awesome!!!)
ps. did you know the other day on the news they said there were 93 days until X-mas...I better start my shopping. Mom and Dad said I might get one present early this year....a new baby brother or sister....that sounds pretty cool as of now.
I'm transitioning to my new home and routine.
And, to my new potty chair which is by far the COOLEST thing ever invented. I like to sit on it an really crunch up my face like I'm in deep concentration. Then, after a couple seconds I look down to see if anything magically appeared. This photos is from the first day I got it....can you see my excitement? By the way, nothing magical has appeared yet....maybe tomorrow.
I'm transitioning to my NEW BED. It's pretty cool. I supervised Dad in the building process. I was the project manager who helped put parts together, read the instructions, test the strength for climbing purposes and tested the mattress. I really love it and don't plan on going back to my crib anytime soon.
I'm also transitioning into the house chef. It's about time I teach mom and dad a thing or two in the kitchen. I help all the time. I carry things from Mom to Dad or from Dad to Mom. Tonight I taught them how to make homemade empanadas. They sure are messy to make when teaching Mom and Dad how to make them, but they have to learn sometime. I think they turned out pretty well considering I ate all of mine and Mom and Dad sure didn't complain about their meals.
Transitioning....the roughest transition is getting up early for daycare. Mom and Dad wake me now, yup the first time in 2-3 years mom and dad are setting an alarm clock because I like to sleep until 7. Now they wake me at 6:30 to get ready for daycare. Speaking of daycare, it's going okay but I don't have any new boyfriends yet. There is a boy named Nate, but we're just friends. Overall, I really have been a good tropper through this transition and am enjoying playing with new friends.
Okay, until later.
Madeline
(my new hat, scarf and mittens from my buddy Kelly in CO...they are awesome!!!)
ps. did you know the other day on the news they said there were 93 days until X-mas...I better start my shopping. Mom and Dad said I might get one present early this year....a new baby brother or sister....that sounds pretty cool as of now.
Sunday, September 18, 2011
I am the big 2.....
....and that means one thing, PRESENTS!
Well I bet you have been wondering when I would update my blog again and include some photos. Well, I've been a little busy....I had to unpack boxes to find the cable to upload my photos....then, I had to find mom's camera that had the photos on it....and then, I had to find the computer. I'm telling you, moving isn't as easy as it seems. Let's go back 2 weeks, that's the the move kicked into "high gear."
The movers came on a Friday. You would have thought they were going to take everything from our house in CO, including the kitchen sink, windows, etc., and move it all to MN. The truck with 53 feet long and it stretched all the way across the cul-de-sac. Mom and Dad told the nice guys that we really didn't have that much stuff and inquired if they were packing a second house in it as well. Nope, just our house. It wasn't half way full when all was said and done. The movers left with all our belongings except what we needed for 1 week around dinner time on Friday. So we stayed in a hotel that night with the 3 dogs...amazingly, everyone slept well.
We took off on Saturday after lunch and drove all the way to IA. The drive really wasn't too bad. Mom and Dad claim they drove through the night but I don't really recall that portion of the drive and think they are kidding. Oh well, we invaded Grandma and Grandpa Kiefers house around 6:30 am on Sunday and camped out there until the following Saturday. I did pretty well and only asked mom a couple times when we were going home. I went to the park, visited Uncle Tom and his family, drove the John Deere tractor and watched some of the Iowa State vs. IA game (which Iowa State won...GO CYCLONES), and read some books, before heading to our new home in MN. Uncle Tom taught me how to make homemade grape juice and I sure thought that was fun. Aunt Mary made me work in the garden and I picked tons and tons of tomatoes.
Our furniture was supposed to arrive in MN on Friday but the moving company decided to wait until Saturday to come. Mom and Dad said I wouldn't be a good help to the movers, so Dad drove up and met the movers with Grandma and Grandpa G and then on Saturday Mom and I drove up. Let me tell you, a 5 hour drive to MN was much better than a 14 hour drive to CO. We arrived to a pretty unpacked house thanks to the help of Dad, Grandpa and Grandma G and Uncle John. They all worked really hard!!
Anyway, we've been settling into a new routine and navigating our way around the rental house. We're out of boxes, we had to be since Mom went to work last Monday and had to find her work clothes. Anyway, I got to stay home and play with dad this past week. I taught him how to feed babydolls, play dress up with baby dolls and play with stickers....I really like stickers....and I played trains with him on the Thomas the train set. It might be my favorite toy now...well, next to my shopping cart. Yup, I got a couple new toys because it was my BIRTHDAY!!!!!
I liked to tell everyone I saw, "I'll be two." For my birthday I helped Grandma frost my strawberry cupcakes and then everyone sang Happy Birthday to me and I opened presents...it was pretty cool. I like to think it was an Elmo birthday since I had Elmo plates and napkins....he rocks in case you didn't know!
How are Mom and Dad doing? Pretty well I guess. They looked a little tired last week and I'm not sure why. Mom started work and Dad stayed home with me during the day, but he claims he was working at night to get some stuff done. I guess the move may have added a wrinkle or two to mom and dad from fatigue and stress that comes with any cross-country move.
How is the rental property? Well it will work for now but Dad and Mom are meeting with a realtor on Tuesday to start exploring the area and homes....apparently this isn't going to be a permanent home.
And me, how am I doing? Well moving is tough no matter how old you are. I have done really well but every now and then I have a little break down and just need some time to cry. Tomorrow I am going to a new daycare....it won't be like Katie's house in CO, but hopefully I can make some new friends fast and get on their routine. I think I'm going to like MN. We went for a run by the lake near our house this weekend and then to a park. It was pretty fun. I always liked my runs in CO with the mountains nearby, but the lakes and trees (that have started to change colors) are equally as pretty. As Annie says, "I think I'm going to like it here." That's my attitude for now.
We're all taking it one day at a time and accepting that we're in a period of transition and no matter how you spin it, transition stinks at times.
The baby....yep, still cooking and set to make his/her debut around Christmas.
Until later,
Madeline
What will I miss in CO for awhile....this view out the kitchen window and throughout our runs of Pikes Peak...
PS. on a funny note, while I say we went for a "family run," it's really more of a modified run/walk...or in mom's case waddle....she's going to surpass the weight she gained when pregnant with me....I find that rather funny!
Well I bet you have been wondering when I would update my blog again and include some photos. Well, I've been a little busy....I had to unpack boxes to find the cable to upload my photos....then, I had to find mom's camera that had the photos on it....and then, I had to find the computer. I'm telling you, moving isn't as easy as it seems. Let's go back 2 weeks, that's the the move kicked into "high gear."
The movers came on a Friday. You would have thought they were going to take everything from our house in CO, including the kitchen sink, windows, etc., and move it all to MN. The truck with 53 feet long and it stretched all the way across the cul-de-sac. Mom and Dad told the nice guys that we really didn't have that much stuff and inquired if they were packing a second house in it as well. Nope, just our house. It wasn't half way full when all was said and done. The movers left with all our belongings except what we needed for 1 week around dinner time on Friday. So we stayed in a hotel that night with the 3 dogs...amazingly, everyone slept well.
We took off on Saturday after lunch and drove all the way to IA. The drive really wasn't too bad. Mom and Dad claim they drove through the night but I don't really recall that portion of the drive and think they are kidding. Oh well, we invaded Grandma and Grandpa Kiefers house around 6:30 am on Sunday and camped out there until the following Saturday. I did pretty well and only asked mom a couple times when we were going home. I went to the park, visited Uncle Tom and his family, drove the John Deere tractor and watched some of the Iowa State vs. IA game (which Iowa State won...GO CYCLONES), and read some books, before heading to our new home in MN. Uncle Tom taught me how to make homemade grape juice and I sure thought that was fun. Aunt Mary made me work in the garden and I picked tons and tons of tomatoes.
Our furniture was supposed to arrive in MN on Friday but the moving company decided to wait until Saturday to come. Mom and Dad said I wouldn't be a good help to the movers, so Dad drove up and met the movers with Grandma and Grandpa G and then on Saturday Mom and I drove up. Let me tell you, a 5 hour drive to MN was much better than a 14 hour drive to CO. We arrived to a pretty unpacked house thanks to the help of Dad, Grandpa and Grandma G and Uncle John. They all worked really hard!!
Anyway, we've been settling into a new routine and navigating our way around the rental house. We're out of boxes, we had to be since Mom went to work last Monday and had to find her work clothes. Anyway, I got to stay home and play with dad this past week. I taught him how to feed babydolls, play dress up with baby dolls and play with stickers....I really like stickers....and I played trains with him on the Thomas the train set. It might be my favorite toy now...well, next to my shopping cart. Yup, I got a couple new toys because it was my BIRTHDAY!!!!!
I liked to tell everyone I saw, "I'll be two." For my birthday I helped Grandma frost my strawberry cupcakes and then everyone sang Happy Birthday to me and I opened presents...it was pretty cool. I like to think it was an Elmo birthday since I had Elmo plates and napkins....he rocks in case you didn't know!
How are Mom and Dad doing? Pretty well I guess. They looked a little tired last week and I'm not sure why. Mom started work and Dad stayed home with me during the day, but he claims he was working at night to get some stuff done. I guess the move may have added a wrinkle or two to mom and dad from fatigue and stress that comes with any cross-country move.
How is the rental property? Well it will work for now but Dad and Mom are meeting with a realtor on Tuesday to start exploring the area and homes....apparently this isn't going to be a permanent home.
And me, how am I doing? Well moving is tough no matter how old you are. I have done really well but every now and then I have a little break down and just need some time to cry. Tomorrow I am going to a new daycare....it won't be like Katie's house in CO, but hopefully I can make some new friends fast and get on their routine. I think I'm going to like MN. We went for a run by the lake near our house this weekend and then to a park. It was pretty fun. I always liked my runs in CO with the mountains nearby, but the lakes and trees (that have started to change colors) are equally as pretty. As Annie says, "I think I'm going to like it here." That's my attitude for now.
We're all taking it one day at a time and accepting that we're in a period of transition and no matter how you spin it, transition stinks at times.
The baby....yep, still cooking and set to make his/her debut around Christmas.
Until later,
Madeline
What will I miss in CO for awhile....this view out the kitchen window and throughout our runs of Pikes Peak...
PS. on a funny note, while I say we went for a "family run," it's really more of a modified run/walk...or in mom's case waddle....she's going to surpass the weight she gained when pregnant with me....I find that rather funny!
Monday, August 29, 2011
Change isn't a bad thing....
....I keep telling myself that. I know with this change I'll miss my park by the house, my first bedroom, my favorite daycare lady Katie and my friends, but mom and dad keep saying change isn't a bad thing. Sometimes through change, comes great opportunity. I'm not to sure about it yet, but I'm along for the ride and being the best sport I can. It all started about a month ago.....
...mom was having conversations with some nice people at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota. They approached her with an opportunity that she and dad said was too good to pass up. It involved selling a house in CO and relocating the entire family to the Minneapolis, MN area.
However, the "opportunity" that comes with this move is a great career opportunity for mom, dad gets to work for the same company remotely and start his own business (a dream of his) and the chance to be closer to family....when I say closer, I mean closer! Instead of a 14 or 26 hour drive to see Grandma and Grandpa, I will now only be 6 and 12 hours from family....that's a really big difference to a 2 year old. It also puts us 3 hours from a cabin on a lake which has been in dad's family for a long time. I got to go for a boat ride there last year and I plan on practicing my fishing and water skiing skills there next year.....okay, maybe I'll start with trying to catch minnows.
I got to fly on a plane last weekend to see our new "home" and it was a pretty good trip. We found a place to rent for the first year, visited the zoo, went for some runs around lakes and saw a few friends. I convinced mom and dad I am not a restaurant kind of kid....I prefer eating at home in my own chair. Let's just say, I'll need a bit of remedial training before any important dinners in restaurants. I really liked all the trees, heck I made it a point to tell mom and dad all about them when I spotted one....and let me tell you there are thousands up there. I also saw fish, they were great! I wonder if mom and dad would let me have one?!
In the past month we have been really busy. The house went on the market and we got an offer in 5 days. Mom and dad say that is blessing because that's a big stressor to have from 16 hours away. We sold the pop-up camper, but mom and dad promised another one within a year or two because we had lots of fun with it. Then over the weekend we sold my swingset. They said it would cost more to move it than to get one there. Mom says Grandpa and Dad might be putting one together when we get to MN. I'm a little excited at the thought of helping them put it together. (sorry Grandpa, just a forwarning what you're in for the first weekend)
I think mom and dad are too calm right now about everything. I'm guessing it's all happening so fast that they haven't had time to react or really process everything. Mom jokes and says, "they say the most stressful times of your life are when you get married, move, start new jobs and have children.....I wonder if the stress is minimized by doing 3 of the 4 at the same time?" She and dad agree they will miss the beautiful mountain views, peaceful morning runs and all there friends. When they came to Colorado each of them were single and living life. They now say it's time for a new chapter as they leave married to each other, with 3 dogs, 1 kid (me) and yea, one on the way.
I've been a good trooper through it all really. I like to help pack boxes. Over the weekend I packed my "special" cupboards in the kitchen that I claimed as mine.
What else is happening? Well, I like to talk non-stop now. I am obsessed with Elmo, Airplanes, Trucks (any kind), Slides/Swings, and building towers with my blocks! I turn 2 in 2 weeks...I wonder what kind of cupcakes mom will make this year? I'm hoping for strawberry flavored ones!
Sorry for a long update, but it's way overdue. I promise I will put pictures up later. We have some that don't include boxes.
I better run, the moving truck comes on Friday and I have a list of things to do before then.
Love - Madeline
...mom was having conversations with some nice people at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota. They approached her with an opportunity that she and dad said was too good to pass up. It involved selling a house in CO and relocating the entire family to the Minneapolis, MN area.
However, the "opportunity" that comes with this move is a great career opportunity for mom, dad gets to work for the same company remotely and start his own business (a dream of his) and the chance to be closer to family....when I say closer, I mean closer! Instead of a 14 or 26 hour drive to see Grandma and Grandpa, I will now only be 6 and 12 hours from family....that's a really big difference to a 2 year old. It also puts us 3 hours from a cabin on a lake which has been in dad's family for a long time. I got to go for a boat ride there last year and I plan on practicing my fishing and water skiing skills there next year.....okay, maybe I'll start with trying to catch minnows.
I got to fly on a plane last weekend to see our new "home" and it was a pretty good trip. We found a place to rent for the first year, visited the zoo, went for some runs around lakes and saw a few friends. I convinced mom and dad I am not a restaurant kind of kid....I prefer eating at home in my own chair. Let's just say, I'll need a bit of remedial training before any important dinners in restaurants. I really liked all the trees, heck I made it a point to tell mom and dad all about them when I spotted one....and let me tell you there are thousands up there. I also saw fish, they were great! I wonder if mom and dad would let me have one?!
In the past month we have been really busy. The house went on the market and we got an offer in 5 days. Mom and dad say that is blessing because that's a big stressor to have from 16 hours away. We sold the pop-up camper, but mom and dad promised another one within a year or two because we had lots of fun with it. Then over the weekend we sold my swingset. They said it would cost more to move it than to get one there. Mom says Grandpa and Dad might be putting one together when we get to MN. I'm a little excited at the thought of helping them put it together. (sorry Grandpa, just a forwarning what you're in for the first weekend)
I think mom and dad are too calm right now about everything. I'm guessing it's all happening so fast that they haven't had time to react or really process everything. Mom jokes and says, "they say the most stressful times of your life are when you get married, move, start new jobs and have children.....I wonder if the stress is minimized by doing 3 of the 4 at the same time?" She and dad agree they will miss the beautiful mountain views, peaceful morning runs and all there friends. When they came to Colorado each of them were single and living life. They now say it's time for a new chapter as they leave married to each other, with 3 dogs, 1 kid (me) and yea, one on the way.
I've been a good trooper through it all really. I like to help pack boxes. Over the weekend I packed my "special" cupboards in the kitchen that I claimed as mine.
What else is happening? Well, I like to talk non-stop now. I am obsessed with Elmo, Airplanes, Trucks (any kind), Slides/Swings, and building towers with my blocks! I turn 2 in 2 weeks...I wonder what kind of cupcakes mom will make this year? I'm hoping for strawberry flavored ones!
Sorry for a long update, but it's way overdue. I promise I will put pictures up later. We have some that don't include boxes.
I better run, the moving truck comes on Friday and I have a list of things to do before then.
Love - Madeline
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Better late than never...
...so it's been a month, but I've been busy.
I sure have been busy this summer teaching mom and dad all about summer time fun.
Did you know I had to teach dad how to swim at the pool by our house? He sure is getting good and I'm not too bad either....I can kick with the best of them and blow bubbles...sometimes from my mouth.
The park, well it's the hot spot by our house. Don't tell Dad, but there are a ton of cute boys there. Dad thinks I really love to swing and go down the slide, which is true....but the boys there are really cute.
Running....mom and dad take me for "family runs" on the weekend with the dogs. I love going for runs...mom and dad say it's tough work, but all I do is sit back in my jogging stroller and relax until we get to the park. That's why I love family runs, they always end at the park....remember, that's where the cute boys are
Zoo....we've gone to the zoo a couple times this year and I love it. All the animals are so exciting. I really love, Love, LOVE the elephants. The monkeys and lions are cool too...but the bigger the animal, the better. I wonder if I will get one for my birthday coming up in September?
Dress up....I love to play dress up with shoes. I have practiced wearing mom and dad's shoes a couple times, but geez, Dad's shoes are really heavy...I'm not sure how he lifts his feet when walking with them on...they really are that heavy!!! Anyway, mom's dress shoes are fun and make me a little taller. Oh well, my favorite shoes are my own....did you know I just learned how to put my shoes on all by myself. I'm becoming quite the independent little girl.
Books....I have been reading quite a bit lately....I LOVE my books. Mom and Dad read to me in the morning and at night. Right now I'm into my Madeline books. I have been reading to my dolls lately as well. Guess what my favorite book is? The pocket dictionary!!! I take it everywhere with me; in the car, to church and all around the house. Every night before bed I point out 2-3 words and Mom or Dad tells me what it means. I hoping to be on Jeopardy in 4-5 years.
Other than that, I'm doing pretty well.....oh yes, you want to know about Baby G. 2.0....well, it's still cooking...I talk to mom's belly button quite a bit since that's how you communicate with the baby...I would tell you if it's a boy or a girl, but I don't know what it is....Mom and Dad say they might not tell anyone the gender, especially me, because I can't keep a secret...it's not like I let the secret our on my blog..
Until later -
Madeline
(enjoying some corn on the cob...my new favorite food)
ps...one of my neighbor girls came by with a flyer for pet services....mom and dad thought it was cute and funny....check it out...yes, that's poop on it...she'll pick it up for you if you need..too cute!
I sure have been busy this summer teaching mom and dad all about summer time fun.
Did you know I had to teach dad how to swim at the pool by our house? He sure is getting good and I'm not too bad either....I can kick with the best of them and blow bubbles...sometimes from my mouth.
The park, well it's the hot spot by our house. Don't tell Dad, but there are a ton of cute boys there. Dad thinks I really love to swing and go down the slide, which is true....but the boys there are really cute.
Running....mom and dad take me for "family runs" on the weekend with the dogs. I love going for runs...mom and dad say it's tough work, but all I do is sit back in my jogging stroller and relax until we get to the park. That's why I love family runs, they always end at the park....remember, that's where the cute boys are
Zoo....we've gone to the zoo a couple times this year and I love it. All the animals are so exciting. I really love, Love, LOVE the elephants. The monkeys and lions are cool too...but the bigger the animal, the better. I wonder if I will get one for my birthday coming up in September?
Dress up....I love to play dress up with shoes. I have practiced wearing mom and dad's shoes a couple times, but geez, Dad's shoes are really heavy...I'm not sure how he lifts his feet when walking with them on...they really are that heavy!!! Anyway, mom's dress shoes are fun and make me a little taller. Oh well, my favorite shoes are my own....did you know I just learned how to put my shoes on all by myself. I'm becoming quite the independent little girl.
Books....I have been reading quite a bit lately....I LOVE my books. Mom and Dad read to me in the morning and at night. Right now I'm into my Madeline books. I have been reading to my dolls lately as well. Guess what my favorite book is? The pocket dictionary!!! I take it everywhere with me; in the car, to church and all around the house. Every night before bed I point out 2-3 words and Mom or Dad tells me what it means. I hoping to be on Jeopardy in 4-5 years.
Other than that, I'm doing pretty well.....oh yes, you want to know about Baby G. 2.0....well, it's still cooking...I talk to mom's belly button quite a bit since that's how you communicate with the baby...I would tell you if it's a boy or a girl, but I don't know what it is....Mom and Dad say they might not tell anyone the gender, especially me, because I can't keep a secret...it's not like I let the secret our on my blog..
Until later -
Madeline
(enjoying some corn on the cob...my new favorite food)
ps...one of my neighbor girls came by with a flyer for pet services....mom and dad thought it was cute and funny....check it out...yes, that's poop on it...she'll pick it up for you if you need..too cute!
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