Greta's tumbling class

Greta has loved the gymnastics at the farmers market that I thought a tumbling class would be fun while I'm off.

We had our first one this week and much more of kid exercise than tumbling but regardless Greta had fun.

I again realized that I'm much more strict than other moms. Two kids (a brother and sister) spent the entire 45 minute class just running around and doing nothing with the class but distracting them. I'm sorry but if that was my kid and they decided to not participate they would be sitting by me, not being disruptive. 

One of these kids also at the end of class was being a brat to Greta when she wants trying to help the teacher. I didn't say or do anything because I wanted to see how she'd handle it (fully expecting her to push the kid down). Proud mommy moment when she didn't and finally he did something (Greta said bumped her in the cheek) and started crying sad and hurt tears, did the othe mom notice. I played it off and says she's fine, don't worry about it. But you better believe next week I'll have my eye on him.

6 week check up

Hard to believe it's been 6 weeks but off to the doctor I went for my check up. Good news I'm all good and cleared for all those things you get cleared for :-) 

Still had one stitch left in me which I was already pretty sure of. She very easily pulled it out. Also learned more details about the c-section. Kind of glad they didn't tell me durning or right after. I'll not go into all the details but when they cut in my insicion torn. Not a good thing. But the good dr fixed me all up and now I'm all good. 

I also told Dr Goedtel that if we decide to have #3 im scheduling the c-section the day we find out - lol. She thought that was a good idea. 

Now to start working out and enjoy my next 5 weeks. 

My rant for the day

As a mom with a newborn and toddler, here is my wish list at public places. 

1. A place to nurse with 2 chairs. Always! I don't actually care where it is but this should be mandatory. People always try to help but wish places were more accommodating (like Carters - come on you're a baby store)

2. Bathrooms at kids places should have a kid potty (a smaller sized one) - way to go Toledo zoo! Greta felt so special you had one just her size. 

4. The handicap button that automatically opens the door should open both side. Not all that helpful when it's only one side and your stroller is way bigger than that. And when you see someone struggling to get through a day, help them, don't just go to the other door. 

5. When at work at a place where children come, act happy even if you hate it. They pick up on those things. 

Okay, I might add more but this is all I've got for now.

Lions, tigers and bears oh my

A beautiful day for a trip to the zoo. As one lady told me I was brave taking a newborn and toddler out, but I like to think of it as planned craziness.

Either was I did it and off to the Toledo zoo we went. I had never been there and left a little disappointed. Several exhibits were closed or under construction, like the train, the seals, and the entire African Safari area (which was a bummer because before we left I asked Greta what animals she wanted to see and she said the giraffes.)

A ride on the carousel - Greta on the zebra and Lola and I holding on to her. (Really no seat belts - yikes)

One happy girl!

Also there were lots of interesting people there. Would have made a great day for sitting and people watching. Definitely in Ohio - haha! 

A few observations

1. People on cell phones think they have the right away because they aren't paying attention. Excuse me - I am pushing a huge stroller and can't get out of the way that easily. So pay attention!

2. Kids should never be put on a leash. There I said it. 

3. Parent should have to take a test before they are allowed to leave the hospital with a newborn. I saw a baby in a stroller with a burb cloth literally on his or her face covering the sun. How the heck could they breath? Not all that well. 

4. Swearing at a 1 year old isn't called for. 

5. Kids with good manners is the cutest thing to me and makes me hopeful for our society. Like saying excuse me when they'd like to see the animals.

6. Tube tops and tight pants should not be worn in public. Ever!

7. Dress your kids appropriately for the zoo - you know there will be walking so put them in walking shoes. Saw one poor girl complaining of blisters before the first animals.

So there you have it, my day at the zoo (the real one not just my everyday like -lol).

2 am

Yes it's 2 am, but when this smiling face looks up at me, everything else fades away. 

I forget how tired I am. 

I forget that that I haven't a full nights rest in months.

I forget worrying about all the cleaning and laundry I should do tomorrow. 

I forget that I only have 6 more weeks at home. 

I forget all the challenges of having a toddler and newborn.

I just forget and focus and what really matters... Loving this sweet baby girl and making sure she knows how important she is.

Sisterly love

Lola will never know the feeling of not being loved. Greta just loves her to pieces and is always saying o love my little sister. Sweetest words ever! And Lola just lights up when Greta is near (but not so near or all up in her space - haha)

Bread machine

Pretty sure I'm losing it but bought a bread machine off my mom to mom sight for $2. I remember dad making bread for breakfast like it and it was warm when we got up. Good memory!

After a failed first attempt because I didn't have a bread kneader attachment in (oops)... My 2nd attempt was a success.. A little darker than I wanted but tasted great. 

Amish bread going now... Look out now!