Again...
I really need to keep up with this but we've had family in town for almost 2 weeks now and I just don't get any Mommy time to clean, blog, stalk people on FB, sit on the couch and watch a stupid t.v show, you name it.
I need to do a 19 month post and Christmas post. I also need to talk about how my son is a total Mama's boy. I don't know how it happened because up until maybe 16 months, he couldn't have cared less who he was with, Mom or Dad. He loved us equally. Well, that has drastically changed.
It's all about Mom. Mom needs to use the bathroom, he's right there with me even sometimes sitting on my lap.
I need a shower, he cries as I shut the door and Dad tries to get his mind off of wanting Mama.
He goes to the store with Dad and I stay home, he bawls as he leaves the house reaching for and crying 'Maaaaamaaaa'.
It breaks my heart. I love him as much as he loves me and probably more but dude, sometimes I need a little time to myself. I can't even poop in privacy. Both you AND the dog are in there with me.
Monday, December 31, 2012
Thursday, December 20, 2012
Amazing Connections
PGAmadorable is a sweet, loving, happy little boy and it shows. Everywhere I go, someone comments on how handsome/adorable/cute or sweet he is.
As his Mother, I knew he was different than most kids his age but with him being my first, I really didn't have much to compare him to.
There's something about him that draws people to him. I've seen it and others have said it.
"I don't know what it is about him but I'm more drawn to him than any other kid who comes in here."
He's special, I do know that. He'll give anyone a kiss or a hug. He'd give you his last cookie if you wanted it. He shares like there's no tomorrow.
Women have told him they would love to give him their phone number so they can hang out with him.
Others have asked him if he'd like to go home with them for the night and the polite boy that he is, he shakes his head yes.
I've made one very special connection with a woman I work with. She's a little younger than my Mom, only has one child (living in California) and three grandchildren. It may be because she misses her grandkids so she globs on to my son but she loves him as if he were her own. We go over to her house every Tuesday for dinner and she and her husband play with him. They love it and so does my son. They have a huuuuge backyard with grass so he enjoys kicking his ball around. He also loves picking lemons off their lemon tree. Every once in a while one of their cats will come out so he'll chase the cat around for a bit.
This relationship will probably be one we'll have forever. She's taken us in as if I were here daughter and I couldn't be more thankful for that.
The reason for this post was to write down some of the connections I've made with people so I'll remember them to later tell my son what an impact he had on everyone.
What happened last night is what sparked this post.
We were at Target getting only bread and bananas. (This kid eats bananas like they are going out of style. 2-3 a day) We were in line and my son asked for a piece of bread. I told him we had to wait until after we paid for it.
The lady infront of us said "I'd love a piece of bread too.".
"Oh, but he will eat it with nothing on it."
"So will I."
We laughed for a minute and then the man behind me, maybe in his late 40's/early 50's said "Does he love bread?"
"Oh yeah!"
"This may be weird but I have a ton of bread in my car that will go bad if I don't give it away. It's really good bread. If you'd like some, I could meet you out in the parking lot and give you a few loaves."
Thinking in my head "That's odd. I wonder if he made it or if he sells it."
"Did you make it?"
"No, it's from a friend who got it from a bakery."
"Okay, awesome, thank you so much."
So, I paid for my things and waited for him to pay for his. We walked out to his car (a mini roller skate is what I call them) that he was loaning while his car was being worked on. I don't know if he thought I would find his very small car odd so he had to tell me it was a loaner or what.
Anyways, he gave me 2 loaves and asked if I wanted more. There's no way I could hold more than 3 loaves of bread in my house without going bad since our freezer is too full.
I thanked him and wished him a Merry Christmas. Now, if I had been alone, I wouldn't have gotten 2 free loaves of bread. But because my kid is super duper cute and personable, we scored some free bread from a very nice man.
I hope he has a wonderful Christmas and something unexpected (but nice) is reciprocated back to him.
As his Mother, I knew he was different than most kids his age but with him being my first, I really didn't have much to compare him to.
There's something about him that draws people to him. I've seen it and others have said it.
"I don't know what it is about him but I'm more drawn to him than any other kid who comes in here."
He's special, I do know that. He'll give anyone a kiss or a hug. He'd give you his last cookie if you wanted it. He shares like there's no tomorrow.
Women have told him they would love to give him their phone number so they can hang out with him.
Others have asked him if he'd like to go home with them for the night and the polite boy that he is, he shakes his head yes.
I've made one very special connection with a woman I work with. She's a little younger than my Mom, only has one child (living in California) and three grandchildren. It may be because she misses her grandkids so she globs on to my son but she loves him as if he were her own. We go over to her house every Tuesday for dinner and she and her husband play with him. They love it and so does my son. They have a huuuuge backyard with grass so he enjoys kicking his ball around. He also loves picking lemons off their lemon tree. Every once in a while one of their cats will come out so he'll chase the cat around for a bit.
This relationship will probably be one we'll have forever. She's taken us in as if I were here daughter and I couldn't be more thankful for that.
The reason for this post was to write down some of the connections I've made with people so I'll remember them to later tell my son what an impact he had on everyone.
What happened last night is what sparked this post.
We were at Target getting only bread and bananas. (This kid eats bananas like they are going out of style. 2-3 a day) We were in line and my son asked for a piece of bread. I told him we had to wait until after we paid for it.
The lady infront of us said "I'd love a piece of bread too.".
"Oh, but he will eat it with nothing on it."
"So will I."
We laughed for a minute and then the man behind me, maybe in his late 40's/early 50's said "Does he love bread?"
"Oh yeah!"
"This may be weird but I have a ton of bread in my car that will go bad if I don't give it away. It's really good bread. If you'd like some, I could meet you out in the parking lot and give you a few loaves."
Thinking in my head "That's odd. I wonder if he made it or if he sells it."
"Did you make it?"
"No, it's from a friend who got it from a bakery."
"Okay, awesome, thank you so much."
So, I paid for my things and waited for him to pay for his. We walked out to his car (a mini roller skate is what I call them) that he was loaning while his car was being worked on. I don't know if he thought I would find his very small car odd so he had to tell me it was a loaner or what.
Anyways, he gave me 2 loaves and asked if I wanted more. There's no way I could hold more than 3 loaves of bread in my house without going bad since our freezer is too full.
I thanked him and wished him a Merry Christmas. Now, if I had been alone, I wouldn't have gotten 2 free loaves of bread. But because my kid is super duper cute and personable, we scored some free bread from a very nice man.
I hope he has a wonderful Christmas and something unexpected (but nice) is reciprocated back to him.
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
We Saw Santa
Last year we went the typical route, we went to a Mall (so to speak) and had pictures taken with Santa. This year we went to the same place, took the picture (of course it was SUPER cute) but didn't buy any. Why? Because they wanted $24 for 1-5x7 and 3-3.5x5's. That's outrageous and it makes me wonder if I spent that much last year because we got a bigger package than that. Maybe I justified it because it was his first Christmas.
This year I wasn't havin' it. So, I asked around if anyone knew of cheaper places and/or free. Someone had told me about the hospital we had PGA at. They were doing Santa pictures in the lobby starting at 9am. We got there around 8:45 so we could hopefully get close to the front of the line. We were 4th or 5th in line and they moved pretty quickly too.
They had Santa's Elves doing a couple activities like face painting and a few magic tricks. They had cookies and milk for you after seeing Santa and even had Mrs. Clause.
Going into this, I figured it would be some bum Santa and someone with a point and shoot camera. Hey, it was free, I don't think that's a totally crazy thought.
Well, I was totally wrong. It was beautiful and much nicer (and cheaper) than the other place we went to. Plus, it wasn't just a picture of PGA, we were all in it. I'm in love.
Needless to say, we'll be going there every year here on out. I love that hospital. (Now if I could just get a job there!)
This year I wasn't havin' it. So, I asked around if anyone knew of cheaper places and/or free. Someone had told me about the hospital we had PGA at. They were doing Santa pictures in the lobby starting at 9am. We got there around 8:45 so we could hopefully get close to the front of the line. We were 4th or 5th in line and they moved pretty quickly too.
They had Santa's Elves doing a couple activities like face painting and a few magic tricks. They had cookies and milk for you after seeing Santa and even had Mrs. Clause.
Going into this, I figured it would be some bum Santa and someone with a point and shoot camera. Hey, it was free, I don't think that's a totally crazy thought.
Well, I was totally wrong. It was beautiful and much nicer (and cheaper) than the other place we went to. Plus, it wasn't just a picture of PGA, we were all in it. I'm in love.
Needless to say, we'll be going there every year here on out. I love that hospital. (Now if I could just get a job there!)
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Poop is Exciting
My son is almost 19 months old. Has not shown any signs of being interested in potty training. We bought him a seat for the adult toilet which he'll sit on but won't do anything.
The other night, we were playing upstairs and he was squatting down and he pointed to his diaper.
I said, "Did you go poopy?"
He shook his head yes.
I got excited. Maybe a little too excited. Oh well, a Mom has to do what she has to do.
So, fast forward to bed time. We read after bath and he always searches through his books to find the one he wants me to read him. Well, he had just received a box from his Grandma with about 37 new books.
He searched and searched and picked out his potty book. I couldn't believe it.
So, that's what we read.
Has he shown any signs since that night of interest in potty training? Of course not. Eh, we'll get there.
The other night, we were playing upstairs and he was squatting down and he pointed to his diaper.
I said, "Did you go poopy?"
He shook his head yes.
I got excited. Maybe a little too excited. Oh well, a Mom has to do what she has to do.
So, fast forward to bed time. We read after bath and he always searches through his books to find the one he wants me to read him. Well, he had just received a box from his Grandma with about 37 new books.
He searched and searched and picked out his potty book. I couldn't believe it.
So, that's what we read.
Has he shown any signs since that night of interest in potty training? Of course not. Eh, we'll get there.
Cutest boy after his bath!
Monday, November 26, 2012
18 Months
I say it every month but I truely can't believe I have a 1.5 year old. He's not a baby any longer, he's a toddler. It seems impossible. I'm so happy yet incredibly sad. I'm in love with this little boy we (and God) created. I'm always in total awe of him.
No matter where we go, I always have at least one person comment on how adorable or well behaved he is. It makes my heart smile. All I can do is agree because he really is. There's something about him that moves people. He sure is a gift from God. I have yet to know his purpose in life but I can't wait to find out what it is.
His Grandma was here for almost 2 weeks and we went to a little Fall Festival where he saw tons of bounce houses (still too little to enjoy), kids, dogs, guys riding bikes & doing tricks on them, some farm animals, and a litte kid bike. He had so much fun at all the new things he was seeing.
No matter where we go, I always have at least one person comment on how adorable or well behaved he is. It makes my heart smile. All I can do is agree because he really is. There's something about him that moves people. He sure is a gift from God. I have yet to know his purpose in life but I can't wait to find out what it is.
His Grandma was here for almost 2 weeks and we went to a little Fall Festival where he saw tons of bounce houses (still too little to enjoy), kids, dogs, guys riding bikes & doing tricks on them, some farm animals, and a litte kid bike. He had so much fun at all the new things he was seeing.
Gotta take a break for a small snack.
Loved the farm animals.
Oh, the bike. He never wanted to leave.
Bowling but kicking it instead of throwing it.
Grandma and Mom with Mr PGA
On the train. This kid LOVES the train.
Cute family picture.
We then went to the pumpkin farm where he got to enjoy the tractor and feeding cows and goats.
Cutest pig face
He loved feeding the goats and cows.
Picked out a pumpkin all by himself.
And decorated it with Mommy.
You weight 26 lbs (52%), 31 inches (15%) and 19.5 cm's head circumference (90%). Sorry buddy, you're going to be a shorty but at least you have a big brain. It's no wonder you are so beyond smart!
You can snort like a Rhino, make a bee sound, and laugh when asked. Both are hilarious.
You now like to hold things under your chin and take your hands away...balls, tissues, etc.
You absolutely LOVE to play outside no matter where it is. Seeing other kids at the park excite you even if you don't play with them. Watching them play is satisfaction enough for you.
Your blankey has become your BFF when you're tired. You sleep with a couple, you hold one while we read books before bed and you like to hold it in the mornings while you watch cartoons and try to wake up.
Jungle Junction is your favorite show right now. You hold your right arm up for Elyvan (elephant) until we turn it on.
School buses, trucks, city buses, motorcycles, you name it, you love it. You're a total boy and it makes your Momma proud. School buses are your favorite though. If we see once when we're driving, I'll point it out and then you ask for more as if I can make them magically appear. If only I could, honey.
Dad taught you how to catch. You haven't perfected it yet but you're really good at it. And kicking...forget about it. You'll either be a pro soccer player or an NFL kicker. I hope for the latter of the two but no matter what, we'll love you more than you'll ever know.
New foods you like are scrambled eggs, cucumbers and RAISINS. You could eat raisins all day. You love shoving as many as you can into your mouth. You're also a big fan of peanut butter on bread.
How could I forgot to add that you went to your first parade and you loved it. Animals, trucks, cheerleaders, clowns, etc. You had a blast.
Got some flowers for Mom
So little and adorable! He melts my heart.
Preston, you're the greatest gift anyone could ever give me. The love I have for you is overwhelming and sometimes my heart doesn't know how to hold it all. You make us proud and we're so lucky to have you as our child. We love you and we like you!
Thursday, November 15, 2012
Many Thanks - Week 2
Day 8: I am thankful for my Mom. Near or far, she's amazing. She's always there for me whenever I need her. She's my best friend and I love her and I like her (a saying from when I was a kid that stuck). You did a great job raising me Mom, and I hope I'm at least half as good to my kid(s).
Day 9: I am thankful for Chiropractors. I have a pretty messed up back and without Chiropractors, I'd be in a lot worse shape.
Day 10: I am thankful for naps. Not for me but for my son. It's nice getting a little "break" even if it's just for 2-3 hours. He's become a GREAT sleeper. (Thank you Lord)
Day 11: I am thankful for the Military, those serving , Vets and those who made the ultimate sacrifice. I also wouldn't have met my husband if it weren't for the military.
Day 12: I am thankful for hot showers and heat in my car. I had to turn it on this morning to get rid of the chill. I was FREEZING. I guess I have adapted to AZ weather because 58 felt like it should have been snowing.
Day 13: I am thankful for my In-laws. They so much for us, I can't ever thank them enough. I'm so glad I didn't get one of those monster-in-law families! Thank you for being so great!
Day 14: I am thankful for my health. The only issue I have is my back and apparently it's a lot worse than I thought. I'm hopeful things will get better with new treatment. Things could be much worse and I'm thankful they aren't.
Day 9: I am thankful for Chiropractors. I have a pretty messed up back and without Chiropractors, I'd be in a lot worse shape.
Day 10: I am thankful for naps. Not for me but for my son. It's nice getting a little "break" even if it's just for 2-3 hours. He's become a GREAT sleeper. (Thank you Lord)
Day 11: I am thankful for the Military, those serving , Vets and those who made the ultimate sacrifice. I also wouldn't have met my husband if it weren't for the military.
Day 12: I am thankful for hot showers and heat in my car. I had to turn it on this morning to get rid of the chill. I was FREEZING. I guess I have adapted to AZ weather because 58 felt like it should have been snowing.
Day 13: I am thankful for my In-laws. They so much for us, I can't ever thank them enough. I'm so glad I didn't get one of those monster-in-law families! Thank you for being so great!
Day 14: I am thankful for my health. The only issue I have is my back and apparently it's a lot worse than I thought. I'm hopeful things will get better with new treatment. Things could be much worse and I'm thankful they aren't.
Monday, November 12, 2012
Many Thanks: Week 1
November is the month of thanks. People post on Facebook every day what they are thankful for. I've been participating but have been lacking on adding it to my blog.
So, here are my first 7 days of being thankful.
Day 1: The ability to see the world through my child's eyes. Such an amazing thing. It's the little things that excited him....seeing a school bus, watching other kids play, climbing the jungle gym stairs, seeing a cow for the first time, picking "flowers" for his Mommy, riding a train, etc. He makes me appreciate what good things are left in this world.
Day 2: I'm thankful to have had my Mom here for the past 10 days to enjoy her Grandson. Having her live in NY while we're in AZ is hard. Both she and my son love spending time together.
Day 3: I'm thankful for my husband who does a lot for our family. He loves our son so much and he makes me proud.
Day 4: I'm thankful for AZ's "winter" weather. For 6 months I complain about how hot it is and can't wait for cooler weather. Now that it's finally somewhat here, I'm so happy we get to go out and enjoy it. Mr PGAmadorable is in heaven when he's outside.
Day 5: I am thankful for my amazingly beautiful, smart, sweet and healthy baby boy. He gives life a new meaning. He brings SO much joy to not only me and his Dad but to everyone he meets. My heart explodes with how much love I have for him. I love you my sweet boy.
Day 6: I'm thankful for my right to vote and I've already exercised my right. I am also thankful this election is almost over!
Day 7: I am thankful for my faith in God even when I question some of the things He does. He's a powerful "Man" and I'm not sure where I'd be without Him in my life.
So, here are my first 7 days of being thankful.
Day 1: The ability to see the world through my child's eyes. Such an amazing thing. It's the little things that excited him....seeing a school bus, watching other kids play, climbing the jungle gym stairs, seeing a cow for the first time, picking "flowers" for his Mommy, riding a train, etc. He makes me appreciate what good things are left in this world.
Day 2: I'm thankful to have had my Mom here for the past 10 days to enjoy her Grandson. Having her live in NY while we're in AZ is hard. Both she and my son love spending time together.
Day 3: I'm thankful for my husband who does a lot for our family. He loves our son so much and he makes me proud.
Day 4: I'm thankful for AZ's "winter" weather. For 6 months I complain about how hot it is and can't wait for cooler weather. Now that it's finally somewhat here, I'm so happy we get to go out and enjoy it. Mr PGAmadorable is in heaven when he's outside.
Day 5: I am thankful for my amazingly beautiful, smart, sweet and healthy baby boy. He gives life a new meaning. He brings SO much joy to not only me and his Dad but to everyone he meets. My heart explodes with how much love I have for him. I love you my sweet boy.
Day 6: I'm thankful for my right to vote and I've already exercised my right. I am also thankful this election is almost over!
Day 7: I am thankful for my faith in God even when I question some of the things He does. He's a powerful "Man" and I'm not sure where I'd be without Him in my life.
Monday, November 5, 2012
Halloween 2012
My sweet boy loved Halloween this year. Last year he was 5 months old and as you can assume, he couldn't have cared less. It was past his bed time and he got to the point where he just cried. I think he lasted maybe 3 or 4 houses before we had to call it quits.
This year, on the other hand, was much different. At first, he wasn't quite sure what this was all about. Luckily we went with another boy who is 5 weeks older than Mr. PGAmadorable so they kind of fed off of each other.
We showed them how to knock on the door and hold out their buckets and after maybe 2 houses, they were off and runnin'. Mr. PGA was running and skipping through the streets and loved seeing all the other kids. He was having so much fun and making us laugh so hard.
This year, on the other hand, was much different. At first, he wasn't quite sure what this was all about. Luckily we went with another boy who is 5 weeks older than Mr. PGAmadorable so they kind of fed off of each other.
We showed them how to knock on the door and hold out their buckets and after maybe 2 houses, they were off and runnin'. Mr. PGA was running and skipping through the streets and loved seeing all the other kids. He was having so much fun and making us laugh so hard.
Cutest skeleton!
He really is having fun. lol
With his friend, Bam Bam.
Picking a piece of candy and putting it in his bucket.
Loved holding Jenny's hand.
TOO CUTE!
Takine their 2 pieces of candy.
Not my best picture but still cute!
MMM Eating a butterfinger.
Just playing
My little love bug!
Sunday, November 4, 2012
Throwing A Baby Shower
I'm going to be an Auntie and I couldn't be more excited. My SIL is having a little boy sometime in January or late December. She's due Jan 20th so who knows when he'll actually decide to come.
Anyways, I threw my SIL a baby shower a couple weeks ago. She and her husband met due to her being a flight attendant so what other theme would be more fitting than airplanes?
Anyways, I threw my SIL a baby shower a couple weeks ago. She and her husband met due to her being a flight attendant so what other theme would be more fitting than airplanes?
I made the "It's a Boy" sign with the Mommy-to-be.
These cookies were SO yummy. Made by Something Sweet by Tay.
I also made the letter "L". Just wrapped it in yarm and hot glued the airplane on.
This game was a huge hit.
You can see the Jeopardy game under the row of balloons. I also made the airplane bags as centerpieces.
Baggage claim sign for the presents.
I think it was a huge hit. Everyone had a great time, loved the decorations and I believe my SIL loved it as too. Well, at least I hope she did. I was very proud of it all. And I couldn't have done it without my MIL who did most of the shopping for everything I couldn't bring with me.
Monday, October 29, 2012
My Mom's In Town
So, that's my excuse for falling behind on blogging. I promised myself that I would keep up with this for my son to look back on when he's older.
But with my Mom being here, I don't have time to just sit down and write so until she leaves, I probably won't update on anything new.
Here's an adorable picture though that my Mom took at the park this morning. I love getting cute pictures like this while at work.
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