Sick Lola

Poor Lola is sick again. The bark is back and worse this time I think. Her nose continues to run. And she's still congested. So back to the doctor I took her. This time, the dr sent us to get x-rays. The next day we found out the x-ray was negative which is good. The doctor still decided to give us an anabiotic to try and clear her up. I'm praying and keeping my fingers crossed it works. It's time for this baby to be 100%! 

Greta's 3!!

What an amazing parenthood journey we've had for the past three years. I remember the moment I found out I was pregnant. I remember seeing her on the first ultrasound. I remember when my water broke. I remember the labor. I remember when they said it was time for a C-section. I remember when I first heard her cry. And then finally I remember like it was yesterday....the moment I first laid eyes on her. Love at first site. She was crying. Had beautiful eyes. A little dark hair. Absolutely perfect! 

So for the past three years we've been getting to know each other. Learning from each other. Growing with each other. What a journeys it's been and it's only just begun. She challenges me daily with her confidence, independence and stubbornness. She makes me laugh and giggle and smile with her silliness. She melts my heart with her kind heart, big blue eyes and love of life. 

And now her top adventures and new experiences and memories... 

1. Becoming a big sister

2. Moving into a big girl bed

3. Getting rid of her paci

4. Being potty trained 

5. First roller coaster (for toddlers)

6. Learning to swim

7. Best buddy - Bucky - the red bouncy donkey 

8. Got to meet Mickey and Minnie, Elsa and Anna

9. Favorite show is Littke Eistein

10. Favorite color is blue 

11. Loves sweets, especially ice cream and chocolate 

12. Loves to sing and make up songs

More to come after I interview her :-)

Happy birthday sweet girl. I love you!

37 pounds (90th) and 37 inches (75th)

Happy St Patrick's Day

My little leprechauns

My little helper

I was busy trying to multitask and get dinner on the table and feed Lola. I turned my back to finish Greta's dinner and found it. Greta feeding Lola. So sweet. She was doing the same noises I make and Lola was opening her mouth up so good for her. Greta was also sneaking some yogurt for herself.

So thankful for her! 

Cabin fever

Finally a weekend to head north for Curran. Greta was super excited and everyday she asked if it was time to go to Papa's (and Julie and Jason) cabin. 

So Friday we loaded up the pickup and ventured out. Lola slept the entire was and Greta only a little. 

From the moment we arrived it was 4 wheeler fun - which she loves! 

Lots  of gator rides - which Lola enjoyed as well. 

Fun feeding the deer

Exploring the frozen pond

Reading stories 

Both girls also got their pictures by their signs... Lola's was a first

And then just before we left, Greta had probably the most fun when papa got the gator stuck in the mud. 

What a great weekend. So much fun with tons of laughter, love and food!

Lola's first words

I'll making it official - Lola's first word was dada! After saying it a few tones at home and lots at day care I feel confident saying it was her first word. 

The exciting part is that I feel many many more are close behind. 

I'm not a baker

I'm not a baker... There I admit it! It's true and no matter how hard I try and prepare and research and practice... I'm just not good at it. 

So for the first time... After 2 failed birthday cake attempts... I bought Greta's birthday cake. I know it shouldn't be a big deal but I feel a little like I failure. 

I'm not saying I won't ever try again but I'm pretty confident that for parties... I'll be buying from now on.