He sure is a lot of FUN these days!!!!
Monday, March 30, 2009
Surprise Mommy!!
Look at the nice surprise I found this morning when I turned Thomas’ light on to get him up for the day. I could hear him moving around but didn’t plan on finding him standing up in his crib. He has mastered the skill of pulling up! As you can see he was pretty proud of himself. I’m so excited and happy that he is doing so well at mastering milestones fairly early…..but I feel like my little boy is growing up too fast.
He sure is a lot of FUN these days!!!!
He sure is a lot of FUN these days!!!!
Personality King!
Oh my someone’s personality is really starting to come out. Thomas is really a happy baby (see first picture). But if you take something away that he “thinks” he should have he sure knows how to get mad. The last picture he climbed on top of his toy and then couldn't’t get down. Of course his mean mommy had to take a picture before she helped him out…..I know not very nice (but too cute to pass up for a photo).
Trust me people he knows how to test/play us already. Because as soon as I give him back the “thing” he shouldn't’t have, the crying stops and he starts flashing that cute little smile that says, “I just got my way.”
Happy Thomas......this is how he is most of the time
Even though he is mad he is still cute!
Trust me people he knows how to test/play us already. Because as soon as I give him back the “thing” he shouldn't’t have, the crying stops and he starts flashing that cute little smile that says, “I just got my way.”
Happy Thomas......this is how he is most of the time
Even though he is mad he is still cute!
Sunday, March 29, 2009
iHeartFaces....week 12 Pets
This is my sweet little Toby. He will be turning seven in April. Go check out the other amazing photo's at iHeartFaces! .
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Saturday, March 28, 2009
Friday, March 27, 2009
Flashback Friday
March's assignment: Sports and Recreation. It's time to dig deep into those photos and find some pictures of yourself or your kids playing a sport, dancing, ice skating, playing chess...or darts...or pool...or whatever it is that floats your boat. I am dying to see what photos you all end up posting. This should be a really fun month.
I loved my High School years. I played sports year around, Cross Country, Basketball and Track. I mainly did cross country to get myself in shape for basketball season but ended up being pretty good at it and eventually all my sport playing paid off. It paid my way through college. I received a full ride and ran cross country two years and and played basketball four years in College.
These were some of my guy friends in High School. This was during the Sectional game right after that amazing District game we won.
This is right after we won the District Championship game my junior year. We had a pretty amazing basketball team in High School. This year we went 25-2 and through my 4 years of High School basketball we only lost 8 games. This game we were actually down my 8 points with 48.9 second left. I ended up scoring the last 11 points to give my team a victory...as you can see I was excited, I'm the one in the bottom row in the middle holding my finger up....were #1. That year we finished 3rd ranked in State
This is right before we left for our Sectional game. I'm number 20, nickname Buzz.
Yep, that's me (My junior year)! My husband says I don't even look like the same person. What in the world was I thinking keeping my hair so short and those bangs.....OMGosh!
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Thursday, March 26, 2009
Go Fly a Kite....please forgive me
Ok people, I’m a very nice person but If I have a opinion about something I’m going to give it. I seriously almost slapped the doctor today. About two months ago we went to see a specialist because Thomas had a little flat spot on one side of his head and one of his ears was slightly (the Dr. said a finger tip) pushed forward. But Thomas Pediatrician (being a good Dr) wanted us to get it checked out, she even said he son had the same problem and thought it was a combination of two things that caused it with him being breech for 37 weeks and having him sleep on his back and favoring once side.
Anyway his head is perfectly fine. The Specialist actually commented today that it couldn't’ be more perfect! Which was about the only smart thing he said through the whole visit.
Ok, so here is where it gets interesting. He asked how Thomas was sleeping I said great, he likes to sleep on his tummy. You should have seen the look the doctor gave me (like I was crazy)....here is the conversation (of course he is foreign so I have to squint my eyes and focus really hard to even understand what in the world he was saying)
Doctor “You’re not putting him on his back”
Me “No, I start him on his side but he always ends up on his tummy”
Doctor “He really needs to be sleeping on his back”
Me “How can I control that, I would have to get up every hour and check to see if he is on his back and he really just prefers his tummy”
Doctor “Well the back position protects him from SIDS”
Me “I know this, but he prefers his tummy, for goodness sakes he started crawling a month and half ago, is pulling himself up to a standing and sitting position and moving from one piece of furniture to the other, so I think he is ok and in the first place isn’t sleeping on his back (and being breech, the doctor through that in there) the reason why we are here”
Dustin “Just calm down Mandy”
Complete silence
Doctor “Do you use a monitor”
Me “Do you think I’m a idiot, of course I use a monitor”
After that the appointment was pretty much over, I think both me and the doctor had enough of each other.
I honestly see where the doctor is coming from (if he was telling me this 5 months ago), but someone please tell me how I’m suppose to control this. Plus my son just prefers his tummy . What I’ am I suppose to do put him in a straight jacket and tie him down……I don’t think so. Plus If he is all ready doing all the other stuff then what is the problem.
On happy note, he weighs 22 pounds, 29 ½ inches long and is still in the 75% percentile. The nurse was very nice (thank goodness) and even said how strong he was and said you are going to be walking soon…..ugh. I wish people would stop saying that I’m not ready for it.
I love this picture! Daddy was being funny and squirting water in Thomas' mouth and he was trying really hard to get a drink!
Anyway his head is perfectly fine. The Specialist actually commented today that it couldn't’ be more perfect! Which was about the only smart thing he said through the whole visit.
Ok, so here is where it gets interesting. He asked how Thomas was sleeping I said great, he likes to sleep on his tummy. You should have seen the look the doctor gave me (like I was crazy)....here is the conversation (of course he is foreign so I have to squint my eyes and focus really hard to even understand what in the world he was saying)
Doctor “You’re not putting him on his back”
Me “No, I start him on his side but he always ends up on his tummy”
Doctor “He really needs to be sleeping on his back”
Me “How can I control that, I would have to get up every hour and check to see if he is on his back and he really just prefers his tummy”
Doctor “Well the back position protects him from SIDS”
Me “I know this, but he prefers his tummy, for goodness sakes he started crawling a month and half ago, is pulling himself up to a standing and sitting position and moving from one piece of furniture to the other, so I think he is ok and in the first place isn’t sleeping on his back (and being breech, the doctor through that in there) the reason why we are here”
Dustin “Just calm down Mandy”
Complete silence
Doctor “Do you use a monitor”
Me “Do you think I’m a idiot, of course I use a monitor”
After that the appointment was pretty much over, I think both me and the doctor had enough of each other.
I honestly see where the doctor is coming from (if he was telling me this 5 months ago), but someone please tell me how I’m suppose to control this. Plus my son just prefers his tummy . What I’ am I suppose to do put him in a straight jacket and tie him down……I don’t think so. Plus If he is all ready doing all the other stuff then what is the problem.
On happy note, he weighs 22 pounds, 29 ½ inches long and is still in the 75% percentile. The nurse was very nice (thank goodness) and even said how strong he was and said you are going to be walking soon…..ugh. I wish people would stop saying that I’m not ready for it.
I love this picture! Daddy was being funny and squirting water in Thomas' mouth and he was trying really hard to get a drink!
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Teething.............ugh
Teething has been our worst nightmare. Of course he's getting them one at a time with no break in between. It is absolutely awful. We have tried everything, baby Motrin, teething rings, Popsicles, baby oral gel, you name it we've tried it. I just feel so bad for him, his poor little gums are so swollen that it just breaks my heart.
Wordless Wednesday
BIG BOY!
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Tuesday, March 24, 2009
In The Motherhood
I don't usually get to excited about TV unless I'm watching LOST or DWTS, but this new show "In The Motherhood" I've been excited for it to come on since I seen the first preview. This Thursday is the big night on ABC!
Monday, March 23, 2009
iHeartFaces.....week 11
It's "No Flash" week over at iHeartFaces! This is a little hard for me because I use my flash so much. But I sure do love my sons chubby little fingers in this photo!
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I want a bite
This weekend we traveled home to celebrate my Grandma's 80th Birthday. When it came time for Birthday cake Thomas wanted a piece so badly. We tried to explain to him that he had to wait another 3 1/2 months to tear into his own cake. He was not going to give up but daddy wouldn't give in. Sorry buddy not to much longer!
The first picture is me with my Mom (aka: Granny Lou Lou) and Thomas.
The first picture is me with my Mom (aka: Granny Lou Lou) and Thomas.
I WON!!
Yippy! I never win anything and I just won a personalized one word frame from Shawn over at SERIOUSLY, go check out her blog it will make you laugh!
In celebration of her 100th post she was giving away One Word picture frame, just so cute!! Check out the one that I picked. What a great way to start my Monday off.
Again go check out her blog it will surley make you laugh, just click here
In celebration of her 100th post she was giving away One Word picture frame, just so cute!! Check out the one that I picked. What a great way to start my Monday off.
Again go check out her blog it will surley make you laugh, just click here
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Shot of the Week
Here is my shot of the week. This is Toby who was my first baby, he will turn seven next month. Lately my two dogs have felt neglected since Thomas gets all the attention. I can't wait until Thomas gets big enough to chase him around.
Go check out all the shots of the week here, and join the fun!
Flashback Friday
March's assignment: Sports and Recreation. It's time to dig deep into those photos and find some pictures of yourself or your kids playing a sport, dancing, ice skating, playing chess...or darts...or pool...or whatever it is that floats your boat. I am dying to see what photos you all end up posting. This should be a really fun month.
I just took these photo's yesterday (so technical it doesn't fall under Flashback Friday but I wanted to recognize my father-in-law). My father-in-law who is a Dentist by day and a basketball Referee by night was invited to referee three games at the Missouri State High School Basketball Championships. He did a great job and only missed a few calls....jk!!
Thomas was very proud of his Papa Mo Mo for doing such a good job!
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Thank you!
The staff (social committee) decorated my office yesterday when I left work for the day. So here is my messy, chaotic space that I come to 5-days a week for 40 hours. I always try and keep my desk clean but I usually failure. Thanks everyone for thinking of me. I'm two years closer to the BIG 30.....uh oh!
At the bottom their is a video of two staff members singing happy birthday too me. Of course my boss came out to shut his door and they thought they were in trouble but they weren't, he thought it was cute but was on the phone. There faces say it all!
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At the bottom their is a video of two staff members singing happy birthday too me. Of course my boss came out to shut his door and they thought they were in trouble but they weren't, he thought it was cute but was on the phone. There faces say it all!
>Tuesday, March 17, 2009
My Birthday Wish
Tomorrow I'm lucky enough to share my birthday with the best person in the whole world, my twin sister Brandi. People always ask us what's its like to be a twin? I've never had a really good answer because I've been a twin my whole life and I don't know anything different.
I can tell you all this I can't image life without her. She is my best friend, biggest supporter, will always be honest with me, doesn't judge me even when we have different opinions and trust me we do, always listen to me when I talk and always knows when something is bothering me.
We still are so much alike, very motivated and career driven, both married Police Officers, sometimes we even have the same dreams (spooky) and we always seem to call each other at the same time.
My Birthday wish is for my sister to be pregnant. She has gone through a lot to become a mother and deserves this more than anybody I know. If you have time go check out her blog here and keep sending prayers her way.
I love you Brandi!
I can tell you all this I can't image life without her. She is my best friend, biggest supporter, will always be honest with me, doesn't judge me even when we have different opinions and trust me we do, always listen to me when I talk and always knows when something is bothering me.
We still are so much alike, very motivated and career driven, both married Police Officers, sometimes we even have the same dreams (spooky) and we always seem to call each other at the same time.
My Birthday wish is for my sister to be pregnant. She has gone through a lot to become a mother and deserves this more than anybody I know. If you have time go check out her blog here and keep sending prayers her way.
I love you Brandi!
Monday, March 16, 2009
Parents as Teachers visit
On Friday our Parents as Teacher’s lady Carolyn stopped by for a visit. So I’m going brag! She was very impressed with Thomas. This time we had his 8-month ASQ test to see what level he was on. Being a proud mommy he scored very high and is on a 10-month old level. Of course she kept reminding us that it doesn’t mean he is going to be smarter than someone who isn’t as advanced as he is at this stage.
Some things she was impressed with was:
How fast he can crawl and that he crawled early-7 months
Standing and moving from once piece of furniture to the other.
Drinking from a Sippy cup, but he’s been doing that since he was 5-months old
Pulling up to a standing position with the help of furniture or mommy and daddy
Clapping to the sound of music
Talking like crazy and trying or repeating words that mommy and daddy say-He can say Hi, it’s so funny
She also said that when she see babies reach these milestones so early that they will typically walk early.....uh oh!!! I asked how early, she said “10 months” we know we have our hands full he is a very active and curious little boy!
I can not keep thanking God enough for how much he has blessed us with a beautiful healthy little boy. It's also very encouraging to hear her tell us that we are doing everything right and that she can tell we work with him alot. She also said he was one of the most advanced babies she has worked with in awhile and that it was nice to see. Which made me and Dustin very happy.
Now, if we can just get through this teething nightmare.
Some things she was impressed with was:
How fast he can crawl and that he crawled early-7 months
Standing and moving from once piece of furniture to the other.
Drinking from a Sippy cup, but he’s been doing that since he was 5-months old
Pulling up to a standing position with the help of furniture or mommy and daddy
Clapping to the sound of music
Talking like crazy and trying or repeating words that mommy and daddy say-He can say Hi, it’s so funny
She also said that when she see babies reach these milestones so early that they will typically walk early.....uh oh!!! I asked how early, she said “10 months” we know we have our hands full he is a very active and curious little boy!
I can not keep thanking God enough for how much he has blessed us with a beautiful healthy little boy. It's also very encouraging to hear her tell us that we are doing everything right and that she can tell we work with him alot. She also said he was one of the most advanced babies she has worked with in awhile and that it was nice to see. Which made me and Dustin very happy.
Now, if we can just get through this teething nightmare.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
iHeartFaces........Adult
This weeks theme at iHeartFaces is GREEN. You photo has to have something green in it. I was looking through old photo's and find this one of me and Dustin from three years ago. I also bought Photoshop Elements this weekend and played with it for a little bit. I feel very overwhelmed with it. Of course it didn't come with a manual (that would be to convenient) so I ordered one last night so hopefully that will help!
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Saturday, March 14, 2009
FAN of The Week
OMGosh! I feel so blessed to me recognized as "Fan of the Week" over at iHeartFaces. I truly love this website and love looking at all the beautiful photo's. I have always had a passion for photography and had been out of commission for awhile. Then I started to get involved in iHeartFaces and now I'm driving my husband and son crazy. I recently just got my new SLR Camera and I'm in love with it. I plan on me and my camera getting to know each other very well and then buying photoshop!
Thanks again iHeartFaces, you have an amazing website and I owe it to you for bringing my love back for photography!
Friday, March 13, 2009
Shot of the Week
Here is my shot of the week. This sums my husband up in a nut shell. He can never be serious when I want to take a picture! What can I say I married a goofy guy, but he sure does make life fun. I have to admit I wanted him to be serious since I was taking this photo on Thomas' 8-month birthday, so I was a little mad at first. But the more I look at the photo the more I love it!
Head on over to Life is Sweet and check out the other amazing shots of the week
Flashback Friday
March's assignment: Sports and Recreation. It's time to dig deep into those photos and find some pictures of yourself or your kids playing a sport, dancing, ice skating, playing chess...or darts...or pool...or whatever it is that floats your boat. I am dying to see what photos you all end up posting. This should be a really fun month.
I love this picture of me and my twin sister Brandi. This was our first year playing T-ball. This must have been where our love for sports started. We both were lucky enough to earn full rides to college playing basketball.
Please go and visit her blog and welcome her back to the blog world she has been out of comission latley due to working on her Master's Degree, just click here
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