A friend sent me a link to this and I thought it was hilarious.
A bedtime song for parents everywhere!
Sunday, September 23, 2007
Thursday, September 20, 2007
Laughter and Smiles for All
In the last 24 hours our girls have succeeded in making us laugh and smile multiple times.
It started last night when Allen and I went to bed. (Background: Lizzie is sleeping in our room while we train Ellie to sleep through the night...it was the only thing we could come up with!) . Anyhow, Lizzie was asleep and we were on the verge of falling asleep when suddenly we heard our sweet little 2 year old giggle loudly in her sleep. Too cute!
Then this morning Ellie was playing around when she let out a small arrrggh of frustration. When I looked over at her this was what I saw:
Then today at the Target Ellie put on all the charm in order to get a few smiles out of some unsuspecting shoppers. One lady in particular (dressed in hospital type scrubs) smiled, laughed and told Ellie that her smile had just made her day, since she had been having a pretty awful day up until that moment. Ellie promptly smiled wider (if that was possible) and clapped, giving the nice woman even more to smile about. (Have you met Ham #2?).
Finally, and this one we couldn't laugh about at the time (we are parents with rules you know). Lizzie was "taking a nap" in our room when we heard a small clanging noise. As we opened the door to see what it was we were overpowered by the stench of perfumes and cologne. Yes, she had found all of our cologne and perfume (5 different scents) and poured them ALL OVER herself and a bit on the carpet (probably what dripped off her clothing). The next few days are going to be like living with a classy skunk!
It started last night when Allen and I went to bed. (Background: Lizzie is sleeping in our room while we train Ellie to sleep through the night...it was the only thing we could come up with!) . Anyhow, Lizzie was asleep and we were on the verge of falling asleep when suddenly we heard our sweet little 2 year old giggle loudly in her sleep. Too cute!
Then this morning Ellie was playing around when she let out a small arrrggh of frustration. When I looked over at her this was what I saw:
Then today at the Target Ellie put on all the charm in order to get a few smiles out of some unsuspecting shoppers. One lady in particular (dressed in hospital type scrubs) smiled, laughed and told Ellie that her smile had just made her day, since she had been having a pretty awful day up until that moment. Ellie promptly smiled wider (if that was possible) and clapped, giving the nice woman even more to smile about. (Have you met Ham #2?).
Finally, and this one we couldn't laugh about at the time (we are parents with rules you know). Lizzie was "taking a nap" in our room when we heard a small clanging noise. As we opened the door to see what it was we were overpowered by the stench of perfumes and cologne. Yes, she had found all of our cologne and perfume (5 different scents) and poured them ALL OVER herself and a bit on the carpet (probably what dripped off her clothing). The next few days are going to be like living with a classy skunk!
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
You Would Think We Would Know
So, with Ellie being baby girl #2 you would think that we might know how to get her to sleep through the night consistently, but noooooo, of course not. We had her sleeping through the night somewhat before our cross country move. Then we got her sleeping through the night for a few days just before Nana came. However, with those two brief exceptions, we have been up 1, 2 and even 3 times a night. There isn't any rhyme or reason to it, just random waking up that ends with 4 tired and grouchy people trying to function the next day.
Do we always feed her? : Often, but not always
Does she wake up the same time every night?: NO
Is she teething?: Sometimes yes, sometimes no
too hot, too cold?: No and no (generally speaking)
Does she get special treatment when she wakes?: Only if you consider "half awake parents and a crying sister who hates being woken up to baby cries" special then yes
Have we tried alcohol?: Nope, and not gonna
The only thing we can think of left is letting her cry it out, and keeping her to a set schedule. This means Lizzie will be bunking with us since she can't cope well with non-stop sissy cries.
Any other good ideas??? (not rhetorical)
If not, pray :-)
Thanks!
Thursday, September 06, 2007
Ups and Downs
Today was a day of disciplining. Lizzie has been on a rough streak for a few days now, and today was no exception. However, amidst the time of frustration, sorrow and disappointment, was joy, pride, and even a little peace.
Let me share some of the later moments with you:
Ellie sitting joyfully bouncing on her sissy's bed (that she proudly ascended herself) only to be joined by Lizzie who was sweet enough to cheer on her younger sister and celebrate with her.
Ellie sitting calmly as Lizzie squeezed the tar out of her in an effort to "hug" her, and then gently smiled up at her once the hug ended as if to say "I love you too sissy".
And the one that almost brought me to tears after a long day of battles with our 2 year old...
Lizzie once again the last one to be eating as she had barely touched her food. We finally decided to try and encourage her to eat with the old "if you eat these bites, then you can have a treat". Eager to get her treat, but struggling through her dinner, Lizzie took the next 15-20 minutes to eat her 4 more bites of pizza (yes pizza, kids can be picky about the strangest things). Upon finishing her last bite she cheered with delight and then promptly headed for the cookies that had been promised. Allen handed her 3 small Alphabet cookies which she immediately snatched 1 and ate and then took the other 2 (one for each hand of course). Just as she was about to place the next cookie into her now empty mouth, her sissy let a small fuss out, and before we could blink Lizzie handed her one of her treasured cookies saying, "Here you go, sissy, cookie". Ellie gladly took the cookie and Lizzie contentedly enjoyed her "last" treat (we later gave her one more for being so thoughtful).
Let me share some of the later moments with you:
Ellie sitting joyfully bouncing on her sissy's bed (that she proudly ascended herself) only to be joined by Lizzie who was sweet enough to cheer on her younger sister and celebrate with her.
Ellie sitting calmly as Lizzie squeezed the tar out of her in an effort to "hug" her, and then gently smiled up at her once the hug ended as if to say "I love you too sissy".
And the one that almost brought me to tears after a long day of battles with our 2 year old...
Lizzie once again the last one to be eating as she had barely touched her food. We finally decided to try and encourage her to eat with the old "if you eat these bites, then you can have a treat". Eager to get her treat, but struggling through her dinner, Lizzie took the next 15-20 minutes to eat her 4 more bites of pizza (yes pizza, kids can be picky about the strangest things). Upon finishing her last bite she cheered with delight and then promptly headed for the cookies that had been promised. Allen handed her 3 small Alphabet cookies which she immediately snatched 1 and ate and then took the other 2 (one for each hand of course). Just as she was about to place the next cookie into her now empty mouth, her sissy let a small fuss out, and before we could blink Lizzie handed her one of her treasured cookies saying, "Here you go, sissy, cookie". Ellie gladly took the cookie and Lizzie contentedly enjoyed her "last" treat (we later gave her one more for being so thoughtful).
Jane Austen
As a huge fan of Jane Austen I just had to take this quiz when I saw it on a friends blog.
I am most like:
Once you take the quiz leave a comment and let me know who you are most like!
And no Allen didn't and won't be taking it, and the girls are too young to be able to answer all the questions, so they will have to wait until they are older.
I am most like:
Once you take the quiz leave a comment and let me know who you are most like!
And no Allen didn't and won't be taking it, and the girls are too young to be able to answer all the questions, so they will have to wait until they are older.
Tuesday, September 04, 2007
Mommy and Ellie's Photo Shoot
Nana tried to get a picture of Ellie and me, but well, Ellie was a bit squirmy!
take 1
take 2
take 3
take 4
take 5
take 6
take 7 will have to be it (smile)
Tea Party Nana Style
Lizzie and Nana made sugar cookies and had a "real" tea party.
It was hilarious to watch Lizzie look at Mommy and Nana in disbelief that she was able to pour milk from the tea pot and "cream" from the creamer.
Needless to say she drank way more "tea" than she normally might, especially with a cookie sitting in front of her.
It was hilarious to watch Lizzie look at Mommy and Nana in disbelief that she was able to pour milk from the tea pot and "cream" from the creamer.
Needless to say she drank way more "tea" than she normally might, especially with a cookie sitting in front of her.
1st Haircut
While Nana came to visit we took Lizzie for her very first haircut.
Here are the before shots.
She wasn't quite sure what to make of the whole thing, but by the end she was loving the attention.
The only trouble was that I had to hold her chin so as to keep her from looking around at all the people in the salon.
That's our girl, always curious!
Once the cutting was over Lizzie got to pick out a lolipop and a chain necklace! She was elated.
Sorry you can't tell just how cute the haircut is, but you try getting a 2 year old on a sugar high to stop long enough to get a picture of her hair!
Here are the before shots.
She wasn't quite sure what to make of the whole thing, but by the end she was loving the attention.
The only trouble was that I had to hold her chin so as to keep her from looking around at all the people in the salon.
That's our girl, always curious!
Once the cutting was over Lizzie got to pick out a lolipop and a chain necklace! She was elated.
Sorry you can't tell just how cute the haircut is, but you try getting a 2 year old on a sugar high to stop long enough to get a picture of her hair!
Today's Dishes
Just before noon Lizzie decided to open the childproof cupboard (that really has never been childproof for her, but oh well) to the pots and pans. Despite her love for her new kitchen...
As you can see she was teaching her sissy how to go about clanging in order to get the best sound.
they work so well together don't they?
Our little hams.
...she still loves to clang those metal lids onto the pans.
Today she had some help though.
Today she had some help though.
As you can see she was teaching her sissy how to go about clanging in order to get the best sound.
they work so well together don't they?
Our little hams.
Thursday, August 30, 2007
Much to Post, but This will Have to do for Now!
Mom Young just left today after spending 10 days visiting us in our new home. There is too much to post right now, but since I was recently tagged I thought I would at least post my meme.
I won't be tagging anyone, as most people who read this blog do not themselves have blogs. I will simply invite anyone who wants to leave a response to do so in the comments, or to leave a comment with a link to your blog if you have one!
L-Loving (I love my God, my family and my friends and hope that love is communicated continually)
Y-Young (Corny I know, but with it being my maiden/birth name I still will always be "Young" at heart)
N-Neat/Natty (I have been told by family and friends that I am on the verge of O.C.D., but isn't everyone!)
N-Neighborly (I hope to be as hospitable as possible at all times and to love my neighbors both physically speaking and metaphorically. It doesn't always happen, but it is definitely something I strive for)
I won't be tagging anyone, as most people who read this blog do not themselves have blogs. I will simply invite anyone who wants to leave a response to do so in the comments, or to leave a comment with a link to your blog if you have one!
WHAT’S IN A NAME?
The Rules:1. You have to post these rules before you give the facts.
2. Players, you must list one fact that is somehow relevant to your life for each letter of their middle name. If you don’t have a middle name, use the middle name you would have liked to have had.
3. When you are tagged you need to write your own blog-post containing your own middle name.
4. At the end of your blog-post, you need to choose one person for each letter of your middle name to tag. Don’t forget to leave them a comment telling them they’re tagged, and to read your blog.
L-Loving (I love my God, my family and my friends and hope that love is communicated continually)
Y-Young (Corny I know, but with it being my maiden/birth name I still will always be "Young" at heart)
N-Neat/Natty (I have been told by family and friends that I am on the verge of O.C.D., but isn't everyone!)
N-Neighborly (I hope to be as hospitable as possible at all times and to love my neighbors both physically speaking and metaphorically. It doesn't always happen, but it is definitely something I strive for)
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