I've signed up to walk the Light The Night walk again, in memory of my friend Jenna who passed away last year. The walk will be on October 16th and my goal is $100, although I'm hoping to raise more. If you'd like to sponsor me, please follow the link.
http://www.active.com/donate/ltnNashvi/2471_chandramharrison
Saturday, September 20, 2008
Friday, September 19, 2008
Found it!
Camera was in the diaper bag...duh. Here's her rash. Any thoughts from the peanut gallery?
Missing Camera, a Rash and a Rant
Makenna's had a rash on her face for over two weeks now. I took her to the pediatrician early on and they thought it was a virus and would probably go away. They said it's possible it's an allergy, but we hadn't really changed anything...detergent, shampoo, food...all the same. I wondered if it could be related to the amount of dairy products she consumes since she seemed to have a lactose intolerance early on, our ped thought that was unlikely.
Anyhow, here we are, more than two weeks later. The rash has gotten a bit better and then worse again. I'd love to take a picture but I can't find my camera! Who loses their camera??? I try to be organized and a camera isn't a little thing. I'm annoyed at myself, and concerned about my little one's poor face, besides, I want a picture of it!
Speaking of annoyance, I'm also annoyed by an aqaintance of mine who continually calls Makenna fat. I recognize that she's a big girl and has a little chub, but according to the charts she's the appropriate weight for her height, besides the fact that she's NOT EVEN 2! This person needs to keep that opinion to herself because the next time she says it I'm going to have to get all "mama bear" on her.
Anyhow, here we are, more than two weeks later. The rash has gotten a bit better and then worse again. I'd love to take a picture but I can't find my camera! Who loses their camera??? I try to be organized and a camera isn't a little thing. I'm annoyed at myself, and concerned about my little one's poor face, besides, I want a picture of it!
Speaking of annoyance, I'm also annoyed by an aqaintance of mine who continually calls Makenna fat. I recognize that she's a big girl and has a little chub, but according to the charts she's the appropriate weight for her height, besides the fact that she's NOT EVEN 2! This person needs to keep that opinion to herself because the next time she says it I'm going to have to get all "mama bear" on her.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
One Issue...
The topic of overturning Roe v Wade was discussed with Senator McCain this morning on Good Morning America. He said he's Pro-Life and he believes the abortion discussion should be about changing the culture of America and about courage and compassion. He says we need to tell young women that if they have the courage to have a baby we will help them in every way we can and that there will be compassion for them. That would be wonderful, but overturning Roe v Wade won't magically make people have compassion for young, unwed mothers. Money won't fall from the sky to help those young women support their babies. (especially not from his camp since Republicans are generally anti welfare) People aren't going to come out of the woodwork to adopt the babies that have serious health problems because a young mother didn't take care of herself while pregnant. People aren't going to automatically change their opinions and their actions because Roe v Wade was overturned. Abortions will still occur, they'll just be illegal and unsafe. No matter how much you preach abstinance and safe sex there will still be people with unwanted pregnancies.
I've said it before and I'll say it again, I'm not pro-abortion, but I am pro-choice. Because of that belief, McCain implies that I don't have compassion for the young women who chose to carry an unwanted pregnancy to term, which isn't true. I would prefer to see a young women take care of herself during pregnancy and give the child up for adoption or decide that she was going to raise it, and then have the programs available for her to do so. I also think it's her choice, not her parents, not her Supreme Court, not her doctors...her choice.
During the same interview Cindy McCain completely sidestepped a direct question about her opinion on the matter and tried to change the topic, and then proceeded to nod her head yes, showing agreement with her husband. When she's on record stating opinions on the opposite side of the matter.
I'm not a one issue voter, but this candidate makes it difficult.
I've said it before and I'll say it again, I'm not pro-abortion, but I am pro-choice. Because of that belief, McCain implies that I don't have compassion for the young women who chose to carry an unwanted pregnancy to term, which isn't true. I would prefer to see a young women take care of herself during pregnancy and give the child up for adoption or decide that she was going to raise it, and then have the programs available for her to do so. I also think it's her choice, not her parents, not her Supreme Court, not her doctors...her choice.
During the same interview Cindy McCain completely sidestepped a direct question about her opinion on the matter and tried to change the topic, and then proceeded to nod her head yes, showing agreement with her husband. When she's on record stating opinions on the opposite side of the matter.
I'm not a one issue voter, but this candidate makes it difficult.
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Wake me up, when September ends...
I wanted to post two pictures yesterday, but unfortunately blogger couldn't read the second so I'll have to tell you what it was.
It was an x-ray, showing a broken collar bone. Taken Tuesday afternoon. The x-ray belongs to Ryan. The poor kid can not catch a break. Next year I'm going to wrap him in a bubble for the entire month of September and hope he makes it through unscathed. The sad part, he was just playing chase and tripped on the playground. Apparently he fell just right and the bone buckled. He's been a trooper, but it's obviously very painful. His teacher said he was so brave, neither she nor the school nurse realized how badly he was hurt at first. He has a cheesy little sling from the doctor, that doesn't do much but at least tells people he's hurt. DM and Ryan went out to purchase a more "manly" sling yesterday but they couldn't find one. He'll have to deal with the "babyish" boats and the diaper pin holding it together for at least a week. Sadly, he only got to play 1 full game of this baseball season and is very concerned about how he's going to do schoolwork, since it's his right side that hurts. Our poor boy, we just want to hug him constantly.
It was an x-ray, showing a broken collar bone. Taken Tuesday afternoon. The x-ray belongs to Ryan. The poor kid can not catch a break. Next year I'm going to wrap him in a bubble for the entire month of September and hope he makes it through unscathed. The sad part, he was just playing chase and tripped on the playground. Apparently he fell just right and the bone buckled. He's been a trooper, but it's obviously very painful. His teacher said he was so brave, neither she nor the school nurse realized how badly he was hurt at first. He has a cheesy little sling from the doctor, that doesn't do much but at least tells people he's hurt. DM and Ryan went out to purchase a more "manly" sling yesterday but they couldn't find one. He'll have to deal with the "babyish" boats and the diaper pin holding it together for at least a week. Sadly, he only got to play 1 full game of this baseball season and is very concerned about how he's going to do schoolwork, since it's his right side that hurts. Our poor boy, we just want to hug him constantly.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Sunday, September 07, 2008
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Back from Staycation...
I've been on a bit of a blogging hiatus. It all started when my Mom, Stepdad and Brother arrived from different parts of the country to help us install new floors in our house. Initially we were just going to put wood laminate in the living room, but the project got much bigger quickly. We ended up ripping up every inch of floor in our house and replacing with wood laminate or tile, depending on the room. We also put crown molding in our bedroom and living room and trim around the windows in the main living area. It was a lot of work, but also a lot of fun. DA and I were so impressed with my brother. He drove across the country with a trailer full of tools to help us complete this project, we were so lucky to have his help and expertise.
Since they left, we've spent the time trying to get our house back in shape and then we realized labor day was approaching. Anyone know what that means? If you guessed that Ryan would end up sick and having trouble breathing you guessed right. We were more proactive this year, recognizing that he's been in the hospital the last two years at this time. At the first sign of a cough we were at the pediatrician's, hoping to head it off. We still ended up at the hospital, but only spent a night in the ER. Ryan is such a trooper when all this happens, and this year he didn't even need shots or an IV. We'll be watching him closely over the next few weeks, but for now he's cleared to resume normal activity.
Baseball season began too. DA signed up to be an assistant coach, thinking he'd just man the dug out since he's never played baseball. Well, the lucky guy gets to pitch the first game, against the team Ryan was on last season...the one that won every game. He's feeling more stress that he has in quite some time and is looking forward to the game being over.
In the midst of all that, Ryan started school. He's in first grade this year and so far I like his teacher. She's organized and relates well with the kids. Plus she communicates well with the parents. Yay! The best thing about the new year, according to Ryan, is that he's riding the bus. He has to get up pretty early, but loves it so far. This should make things a bit easier when the new baby arrives.
Speaking of babies, we have two! We lost two of the bird eggs during all the construction, but two of them hatched and we've been watching the birds grow. It's been two weeks and now they're starting to get feathers. It's been fun to watch and Makenna can't walk by the fern without pointing at it and asking to see the birds. I wonder how long it will be before they start testing their wings?
I've probably lost any readers I once had, due to my lack of posting, but if you've hung in there with me I hope you enjoyed the update.
Since they left, we've spent the time trying to get our house back in shape and then we realized labor day was approaching. Anyone know what that means? If you guessed that Ryan would end up sick and having trouble breathing you guessed right. We were more proactive this year, recognizing that he's been in the hospital the last two years at this time. At the first sign of a cough we were at the pediatrician's, hoping to head it off. We still ended up at the hospital, but only spent a night in the ER. Ryan is such a trooper when all this happens, and this year he didn't even need shots or an IV. We'll be watching him closely over the next few weeks, but for now he's cleared to resume normal activity.
Baseball season began too. DA signed up to be an assistant coach, thinking he'd just man the dug out since he's never played baseball. Well, the lucky guy gets to pitch the first game, against the team Ryan was on last season...the one that won every game. He's feeling more stress that he has in quite some time and is looking forward to the game being over.
In the midst of all that, Ryan started school. He's in first grade this year and so far I like his teacher. She's organized and relates well with the kids. Plus she communicates well with the parents. Yay! The best thing about the new year, according to Ryan, is that he's riding the bus. He has to get up pretty early, but loves it so far. This should make things a bit easier when the new baby arrives.
Speaking of babies, we have two! We lost two of the bird eggs during all the construction, but two of them hatched and we've been watching the birds grow. It's been two weeks and now they're starting to get feathers. It's been fun to watch and Makenna can't walk by the fern without pointing at it and asking to see the birds. I wonder how long it will be before they start testing their wings?
I've probably lost any readers I once had, due to my lack of posting, but if you've hung in there with me I hope you enjoyed the update.
Tuesday, August 05, 2008
15 weeks and some change
It occurred to me that I haven't written much about this pregnancy and baby, other than that we were expecting and that I had morning sickness and was grumpy. As I enter the second trimester, I find myself starting to believe we're going to have another little one running around here and find myself wanting to document a few things about this pregnancy.
Here are a few things of note so far...
*We had the Nuchal Ultrasound and all results came back negative. No early indication of Down's. Baby was moving all around and had a heartrate of 154 bpm. It also measured almost a full week ahead in size.
*DM is positive it's a girl, I'm just as positive it's a boy.
*We haven't even begun to talk names yet. There was one name I saw and thought it was cute, DM agreed. Not sure if it'll be for the correct gender of it we'll still like it in January.
*According to the developmental websites, the baby is about the size of an apple right now and weighs about 2.5 ounces. Unfortunately, I've already gained about 7 pounds.
*I've been thinking about my last two deliveries a lot lately. One was a vaginal birth with epidural, the other included an accidental spinal, epidural and emergency c-section. Neither was easy, but both had definite positives and definite negatives. My current doc has asked which way I want to go and I immediately thought repeat c-section. I've been doing some research just to be sure that's the right decision.
*DM and I are stressed about adding a third. Time and space are the major reasons for the stress.
*We have no idea where this little one is going to sleep, or where the other two will for that matter. We can't decide who should share a room, although we know that it won't be us. :) Neither of us sleep well when we have a baby in our room. Every little groan and rustle wakes us up. And if the next one sleeps like Makenna, we're going to need our sleep when we can get it.
*I considered not finding out the gender of the baby but DM said we had to....or at least he had to. He's right. I'm a planner and need to know so I can figure out rooms...and put him to work.
*I'm concerned about how Makenna, and Ryan for that matter, will adjust to another little one taking mom and dad's time. Although they both love babies, and seeing the two of them together lets me know it will be ok.
*I've felt a few small flutters. They've made me tear up and grin from ear to ear.
*I'm slowly getting my energy back and feeling less sick. I still have moments and days, but at least it isn't all day every day now.
*Heartburn is just starting to kick in. I've had it here and there but for the last week or so I've noticed it numerous times a day and always before bed. I'm up to three pillows under my head now and at least 4 tums a day.
*Earlier in this pregnancy I had to pee 6-8 times a night, now I'm down to 1-2. I know it'll pick up again, but I'm enjoying this. Once I'm up my mind starts and I have trouble falling asleep again so the less times up the better.
*As my m/s started getting better, the headaches increased. There isn't a day I don't wake up with one and they usually last on and off all day. I try to save caffeine for when I can't take it anymore, and it usually helps for awhile.
*This pregnancy has been really mellow, and that's been so awesome. I've enjoyed being "normal" and not having to take nightly shots, have restrictions, etc.
*Two more weeks until the next run of the mill appt. Let's hope I haven't gained too much more before then.
*Depending on what I wear, I look fat or pregnant. I like wearing the things that make me look pregnant, so I wear the same few outfits A LOT right now.
*I'm hungry all the time. In fact my stomach is growling as I type. Time to go make dinner.
Here are a few things of note so far...
*We had the Nuchal Ultrasound and all results came back negative. No early indication of Down's. Baby was moving all around and had a heartrate of 154 bpm. It also measured almost a full week ahead in size.
*DM is positive it's a girl, I'm just as positive it's a boy.
*We haven't even begun to talk names yet. There was one name I saw and thought it was cute, DM agreed. Not sure if it'll be for the correct gender of it we'll still like it in January.
*According to the developmental websites, the baby is about the size of an apple right now and weighs about 2.5 ounces. Unfortunately, I've already gained about 7 pounds.
*I've been thinking about my last two deliveries a lot lately. One was a vaginal birth with epidural, the other included an accidental spinal, epidural and emergency c-section. Neither was easy, but both had definite positives and definite negatives. My current doc has asked which way I want to go and I immediately thought repeat c-section. I've been doing some research just to be sure that's the right decision.
*DM and I are stressed about adding a third. Time and space are the major reasons for the stress.
*We have no idea where this little one is going to sleep, or where the other two will for that matter. We can't decide who should share a room, although we know that it won't be us. :) Neither of us sleep well when we have a baby in our room. Every little groan and rustle wakes us up. And if the next one sleeps like Makenna, we're going to need our sleep when we can get it.
*I considered not finding out the gender of the baby but DM said we had to....or at least he had to. He's right. I'm a planner and need to know so I can figure out rooms...and put him to work.
*I'm concerned about how Makenna, and Ryan for that matter, will adjust to another little one taking mom and dad's time. Although they both love babies, and seeing the two of them together lets me know it will be ok.
*I've felt a few small flutters. They've made me tear up and grin from ear to ear.
*I'm slowly getting my energy back and feeling less sick. I still have moments and days, but at least it isn't all day every day now.
*Heartburn is just starting to kick in. I've had it here and there but for the last week or so I've noticed it numerous times a day and always before bed. I'm up to three pillows under my head now and at least 4 tums a day.
*Earlier in this pregnancy I had to pee 6-8 times a night, now I'm down to 1-2. I know it'll pick up again, but I'm enjoying this. Once I'm up my mind starts and I have trouble falling asleep again so the less times up the better.
*As my m/s started getting better, the headaches increased. There isn't a day I don't wake up with one and they usually last on and off all day. I try to save caffeine for when I can't take it anymore, and it usually helps for awhile.
*This pregnancy has been really mellow, and that's been so awesome. I've enjoyed being "normal" and not having to take nightly shots, have restrictions, etc.
*Two more weeks until the next run of the mill appt. Let's hope I haven't gained too much more before then.
*Depending on what I wear, I look fat or pregnant. I like wearing the things that make me look pregnant, so I wear the same few outfits A LOT right now.
*I'm hungry all the time. In fact my stomach is growling as I type. Time to go make dinner.
Monday, August 04, 2008
Sunday, August 03, 2008
Nesting
We have two ferns hanging on our front porch. We discovered a nest in this one a week or two ago.
This is what we saw today, when we watered it.
I wonder if we'll have babies?
This is what we saw today, when we watered it.
I wonder if we'll have babies?Saturday, August 02, 2008
Sadness
The mom's group I'm in has been touched by cancer again. One of the girls found out her husband has cancer yesterday, Melanoma and apparently it's progressed a fair amount. They have kids the same age as ours and have a very strong and loving relationship. I'm so sad for them, they've begun to travel down such a difficult road.
I'm not sure she'd want her name on my blog, but if you're the praying type please send a prayer up for this woman and her husband.
I'm not sure she'd want her name on my blog, but if you're the praying type please send a prayer up for this woman and her husband.
Friday, August 01, 2008
Our 15 seconds of fame
We went to a Fit Kids event at the local hospital today. It was sponsored by Cartoon Network, but it was all activities to get kids moving and was meant to educate about childhood obesity. Ryan had his picture taken by the local newspaper and I was interviewed by a local news station. The interview went something like this:
News Guy: How do you, as a mom, determine how much TVyour child watches?
Me: Well he watches a little when he first wakes up and some during the afternoon to chill out and rest, but other than that the expectation is that he play outside or do other things in the house.
News Guy: What does your son like to do outside?
Me: Ride his bike, ride his scooter, play in the pool, etc.
Some other random stuff and then Ryan has finished playing soccer so he gets in on the interview.
News Guy: Would you rather play on the computer and watch TV, or would you rather play outside.
Ryan: (after some thoughtful consideration) I'd rather play the computer and watch TV.
Awesome. Yes folks, another stellar mommy moment. I had to laugh. The whole point of the event was to get kids off their butts and outside playing.
News Guy: Well, that just shows what parents are up against, kids would rather sit and watch TV.
(I'm so glad we got to be an example of that.)
News Guy: What do you do to get your son outside.
Me: I plan a lot of things to get us out of the house and we attend events just like this.
Apparently it made it to the news and I missed it. Oh well, no need to live my disgrace twice. :)
As a side note, the event was small but really fun and they gave out sweet goodie bags with great water bottles for the kids. Too bad it was about a million degrees today, otherwise we might have stayed all day so Ryan could bowl and run through the obstacle course.
I just found the interview online, here's the link in case you're interested.
http://www.wkrn.com/Global/story.asp?S=8775888
News Guy: How do you, as a mom, determine how much TVyour child watches?
Me: Well he watches a little when he first wakes up and some during the afternoon to chill out and rest, but other than that the expectation is that he play outside or do other things in the house.
News Guy: What does your son like to do outside?
Me: Ride his bike, ride his scooter, play in the pool, etc.
Some other random stuff and then Ryan has finished playing soccer so he gets in on the interview.
News Guy: Would you rather play on the computer and watch TV, or would you rather play outside.
Ryan: (after some thoughtful consideration) I'd rather play the computer and watch TV.
Awesome. Yes folks, another stellar mommy moment. I had to laugh. The whole point of the event was to get kids off their butts and outside playing.
News Guy: Well, that just shows what parents are up against, kids would rather sit and watch TV.
(I'm so glad we got to be an example of that.)
News Guy: What do you do to get your son outside.
Me: I plan a lot of things to get us out of the house and we attend events just like this.
Apparently it made it to the news and I missed it. Oh well, no need to live my disgrace twice. :)
As a side note, the event was small but really fun and they gave out sweet goodie bags with great water bottles for the kids. Too bad it was about a million degrees today, otherwise we might have stayed all day so Ryan could bowl and run through the obstacle course.
I just found the interview online, here's the link in case you're interested.
http://www.wkrn.com/Global/story.asp?S=8775888
Thursday, July 31, 2008
An iPod Meme
Care to play along? Here's what you do: put your ipod on shuffle then answer the following questions with whatever song comes up. Who knows! You may find a song that you want to download to your own music player!
1. How would describe your personality? : Good As Gone (Little Big Town)
2. What do you like in a guy/girl? : All Kinds (Dan Wilson)
3. How do you feel, today?: STaple It Together (Jack Johnson)
4. What’s your life’s purpose?: Alternative Girlfriend (Barenaked Ladies)
5. What is your motto? : Ramblin' Man (The Allman Brothers)
6. What do your friends think of you?: Don't Matter (Akon)
7. What do you think of your parents?: Black Magic Woman (Santana)
8. What do you think about very often?: Wonderful Tonight (Eric Clapton)
9. What do you think of your best friend? : Voice Inside my Head (Dixie Chicks)
10. What do you think of the person you like?: I turn my camera on (Spoon)
11. What is your life story?: Take your Mama (Scissors Sisters)
12. What do you want to be when you grow up?: Tell Her About It (Billy Joel)
13. What do you think when you see the person you like?: Love is Free (Sheryl Crow)
14. What do your parents think of you? : This is your Life (Switchfoot)
15. What will be played at your funeral? : Strawberry Fields (Ben Harper)
16.What is your hobby/interest?: All at Once (Jack Johnson)
17. What is your biggest secret? : Mr. Brightside (The Killers)
18. What do you think of your friends?: Boondocks (Little Big Town)
19. What should you post this as? : Sexy Plexi (Jack Johnson)
Some of those were funny coincidences. Now play along, I'm ready for some new music!
1. How would describe your personality? : Good As Gone (Little Big Town)
2. What do you like in a guy/girl? : All Kinds (Dan Wilson)
3. How do you feel, today?: STaple It Together (Jack Johnson)
4. What’s your life’s purpose?: Alternative Girlfriend (Barenaked Ladies)
5. What is your motto? : Ramblin' Man (The Allman Brothers)
6. What do your friends think of you?: Don't Matter (Akon)
7. What do you think of your parents?: Black Magic Woman (Santana)
8. What do you think about very often?: Wonderful Tonight (Eric Clapton)
9. What do you think of your best friend? : Voice Inside my Head (Dixie Chicks)
10. What do you think of the person you like?: I turn my camera on (Spoon)
11. What is your life story?: Take your Mama (Scissors Sisters)
12. What do you want to be when you grow up?: Tell Her About It (Billy Joel)
13. What do you think when you see the person you like?: Love is Free (Sheryl Crow)
14. What do your parents think of you? : This is your Life (Switchfoot)
15. What will be played at your funeral? : Strawberry Fields (Ben Harper)
16.What is your hobby/interest?: All at Once (Jack Johnson)
17. What is your biggest secret? : Mr. Brightside (The Killers)
18. What do you think of your friends?: Boondocks (Little Big Town)
19. What should you post this as? : Sexy Plexi (Jack Johnson)
Some of those were funny coincidences. Now play along, I'm ready for some new music!
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Ryan's Birthday Festival
I've uploaded video of Ryan dancing with friends at Chuck E Cheese in front of the camera. I'm not sure he realized he was on the big screen for the entire place to see. I've also included pictures from his birthday festival...otherwise known as three days of parties.
I tried to add this info to the picture posts but when I added a title or description the slideshow didn't appear. Ahhh, the joys and intricacies of computers.
I tried to add this info to the picture posts but when I added a title or description the slideshow didn't appear. Ahhh, the joys and intricacies of computers.
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
I'm an Aunt!!!
And not by marriage this time. Well, thinking about it, kind of by marriage.
My Sister-in-Law and Stepbrother had their first child yesterday afternoon! His name is Sebastian Roy. (Roy was our Grandfathers name) I've only seen one picture and I'm already in love, he's so cute! I can't wait to meet the little guy in person and I'm thrilled to finally have some other kids on my side of the family.
The word is my SIL didn't even need an IV. I knew she was amazing as she climbed mountians and traveled through South America during early pregnancy and then proceeded to keep up with my super active stepbrother the whole time. She's a strong woman and I've said many a time that my stepbrother married the right person. They make a great couple and I think will be awesome parents that introduce Sebastion to all the wonders the world has to offer.
The only disappointment is that I'm not sure when we'll get to meet him. These are the times when it's hard to live across the country. Hopefully we'll take a trip to Colorado in the near future. I want to hold their little man!
Congratulations Stefan and Sheryl and welcome to the world Sebastian!!!
My Sister-in-Law and Stepbrother had their first child yesterday afternoon! His name is Sebastian Roy. (Roy was our Grandfathers name) I've only seen one picture and I'm already in love, he's so cute! I can't wait to meet the little guy in person and I'm thrilled to finally have some other kids on my side of the family.
The word is my SIL didn't even need an IV. I knew she was amazing as she climbed mountians and traveled through South America during early pregnancy and then proceeded to keep up with my super active stepbrother the whole time. She's a strong woman and I've said many a time that my stepbrother married the right person. They make a great couple and I think will be awesome parents that introduce Sebastion to all the wonders the world has to offer.
The only disappointment is that I'm not sure when we'll get to meet him. These are the times when it's hard to live across the country. Hopefully we'll take a trip to Colorado in the near future. I want to hold their little man!
Congratulations Stefan and Sheryl and welcome to the world Sebastian!!!
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Seven! (No it's not a name we're considering)
Sienfeld reference over and now on to the important stuff...
Dear Ryan,
It’s your 7th Birthday! I can’t believe you’re seven and still remember so much about the day you were born. I’ve written about it before, and what a special day it was. This day is special too and will be spent doing things that you enjoy right now. First of all we’re headed to Chuck E Cheese with some friends. You’ve been asking to go all summer, so even though it isn’t your official birthday party, we’ll enjoy playing games and dancing the afternoon away. After DM gets home, you’ve requested dinner at Cracker Barrel, I think you like being able to order pancakes for dinner with no veggies in sight. Before heading out to eat, you’ll open presents from the family.
Tomorrow we’ll be picking up two of your friends from school for a trip the Sounds game and a sleepover and Saturday you’ll be having a combined party with Kele and Adeline. All of your birthdays are close and it’s so nice that they include you in their family birthday party.
With so many birthday events, this year instead of a birth day celebration, as your GG would say, you’ll be having a birthday festival.
Your sixth year was filled with new and exciting things. We started the year with a trip to the beach and Disney world where you had a fabulous time. Then school started soon after we got home and you had two of the best teachers. You really enjoyed school and got a citizenship award during each of the six grading periods. We’re so proud of how well behaved you were at school. You played baseball during fall and spring seasons and your spring team made it all the way through the season undefeated. You lost the championship during the last game of the tournament, by one point, but you didn’t care…you got still got a trophy and a medal. You showed us time and time again what a great big brother you are. You are so proud of your sister and loved that your teachers called her your class mascot. You learned how to ride a bike without training wheels. You started looking older this past year. Your face thinned out, you got a few more freckles across your nose, and you started running and walking like you’re older. We enjoyed watching that transition, but it’s a little bittersweet to watch you growing up so quickly!
Welcome to 7, kiddo, and another year of adventures and fun! We love you!
Dear Ryan,
It’s your 7th Birthday! I can’t believe you’re seven and still remember so much about the day you were born. I’ve written about it before, and what a special day it was. This day is special too and will be spent doing things that you enjoy right now. First of all we’re headed to Chuck E Cheese with some friends. You’ve been asking to go all summer, so even though it isn’t your official birthday party, we’ll enjoy playing games and dancing the afternoon away. After DM gets home, you’ve requested dinner at Cracker Barrel, I think you like being able to order pancakes for dinner with no veggies in sight. Before heading out to eat, you’ll open presents from the family.
Tomorrow we’ll be picking up two of your friends from school for a trip the Sounds game and a sleepover and Saturday you’ll be having a combined party with Kele and Adeline. All of your birthdays are close and it’s so nice that they include you in their family birthday party.
With so many birthday events, this year instead of a birth day celebration, as your GG would say, you’ll be having a birthday festival.
Your sixth year was filled with new and exciting things. We started the year with a trip to the beach and Disney world where you had a fabulous time. Then school started soon after we got home and you had two of the best teachers. You really enjoyed school and got a citizenship award during each of the six grading periods. We’re so proud of how well behaved you were at school. You played baseball during fall and spring seasons and your spring team made it all the way through the season undefeated. You lost the championship during the last game of the tournament, by one point, but you didn’t care…you got still got a trophy and a medal. You showed us time and time again what a great big brother you are. You are so proud of your sister and loved that your teachers called her your class mascot. You learned how to ride a bike without training wheels. You started looking older this past year. Your face thinned out, you got a few more freckles across your nose, and you started running and walking like you’re older. We enjoyed watching that transition, but it’s a little bittersweet to watch you growing up so quickly!
Welcome to 7, kiddo, and another year of adventures and fun! We love you!
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
The Terrible Two's...
...have begun in our house and my dear sweet daughter is only 18 months old. She's started yelling my name over and over when she isn't happy and is practicing throwing herself on the floor and kicking her legs. On top of that she just picked up a plastic yellow chair we have and literally threw it because she was annoyed by it. I always thought this little one would give me a run for my money, now I know it's true.
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