Bump in the Night

Recently, the bump in the night was our daughter leaping from her crib to the floor. Fortunately, she landed on her feet every time, but she would then start screaming and crying because she couldn't figure out how to get back into her crib. So we converted the crib to a toddler bed the next morning and nap time and bed time just hasn't been the same since. In fact, it's been rough. We go in and check on her periodically to see where she is. One time she must have been really mad at us because she was blocking the door, sleeping on the floor. Her most recent place is her rocking chair.

Charlie Brown Christmas

Ok - so I cannot wait to get past this back injury. I'm so behind on everything! Laundy, shopping, wrapping, decorating for the holidays... So instead of the traditional tree and all the holiday toys, we are using Lilly's miniature pink tree.

I don't remember how old we were when Mom started letting us help decorate the tree, but I'm now sure it wasn't at 2. I'm smart enough to use non-breakable ornaments.

And I really confused her with this garland. She carried it all over the house. It makes a great boa.

But seriously, Lilly - put it on the tree!

Oh Where?

oh where is our BFF, Brooke? We haven't seen her for days! I guess she is still recovering from her Thanksgiving feast, but we miss her! Lilly has been begging to ride in her Jeep, but Lilly is still too short to push the pedal. And I hated to tell her Brooke wasn't home (again). In walks Joey. Joey is our five year old neighbor. You've met him before in a previous post - he was her beloved Shrek for Halloween!

Joey was so sweet to drive her in her pink Barbi Jeep. I even told him I was taking pictures!

These will come back to haunt you in approximately 8-10 years buddy! Don't make me use it!

Thanks for stepping up Joey. Lilly really enjoyed the ride. Maybe next time she'll stick to the sidewalk chalk or the more manly wagon ride!

Lilly turns 2!

We had a small family party this year for her. And rather impromptu. When Britanie and TJ were small my family always hoped to give the favorite gift. Aunt Cathy's adorable fairy house drew her attention and seemed like it may be the winner.

But then she opened the shopping cart from Uncle Scott. She pushed it all over the house while we kept saying "but there's more to open!" Scott seemed like the apparent winner.

But then finally (FINALLY!!) she opened her Elmo gift from Mommy and Daddy. And this was sure to be the winner!

But no. Wait! It can't be. Is that a ribbon?

Pure Joy. That's what that look is. And yes, she put all the ribbons in her shopping cart and pushed them everywhere. Here it is, Sunday - three days later and there are all her ribbons in her shopping cart. Unbelievable. And I can't even believe the video I still need to upload for you!

Peanut Butter Pie

I've never had it either, but it sounded good. Lilly wanted to try some so Aunt Patty very willingly shared her piece with Lilly.

Lilly responded favorably, by taking control of the fork.

And then proceeded to finished Aunt Patty's pie.

Why the sad face Lilly? You ate it all! And it wasn't even your dessert! Poor Aunt Patty is what you should be thinking...

Aaah Technology!

Technology is not my friend. For some reason, I can't answer my cell phone. I dont know how to fix it. At work, I do not know how to program the fax machine. Our on-hold music isn't right and I can't fix it. Technology and I have an understanding.... I need certain basic things in life, give me those items and I will not bad mouth you Mr. Technology. I feel technology has gone too far! My niece, Britanie doesn't wear a watch. She doesn't need it because she has her cell phone. My daughter has no idea a mouse is a rodent! Kids watch movies in cars on their way to school. Really? I always vowed I would not need a tv or dvd player in my car. Lilly and I can play road trip games. So far, Lilly is not excited about traveling bingo or counting all the blue cars! And she let us know it while traveling to see Aunt Kelly. So for the ride home, Uncle Chris and Aunt Kelly had a brilliant idea.

This is Lilly watching Shrek on a portable DVD player attached to my headrest. Pure amazement. Pure joy... Unfortunately, the last hour was still not pleasant, but it can only get better. Right? I promise to try to be nicer to you Mr. Technology... some day.

Little Rock

We went to Kelly's house, in Benton, AR last week. She and Dylan hung out at the park and out front practicing their graffiti skills.

There is a little park area in the subdivision just down the street from Kelly's house and Lilly seemed to be the only child in the area interested in playing on it. She was a little unsure about the tire swing. We did not spend much time on it.

We crossed the bridge and checked out the trail. She saw berries, leaves, rocks, and even a creek.

So happy just swingin'!