Monday, March 28, 2011

Slow Weekend

Not much has been going on around here. We've been playing outside a lot and enjoying our time with Daddy over the weekend.

Here are the highlights:
1) AC drew all over the TV with a red crayon. Awesome.

2) She got a Ms. Potato Head and loves it!

3) AC and Daddy went to the chiropractor with me today. AC screamed bloody murder when the chiropractor started adjusting my back. Daddy had to take her outside and I could still hear her screaming, "MAMA!! MAMA!!" I guess she thought he was hurting me. It was funny and sad at the same time!

It's hot here, folks. Hot and humid. It's so humid that when you go outside, it feels kinda like the air is sitting on your shoulders. Not loving it...to say the least.

Friday, March 25, 2011

A House Divided

In just a short while, we will know which of these little outfits is the lucky one.



Thursday, March 24, 2011

The Return of the Rash

The diaper rash is back. I'm so fed up that I hate even saying it. I spent a little time googling what to do for it and why it might be recurring. One website said that the only way to make sure that it goes away and stays away is to potty train your child. While I'm annoyed by the ridiculousness of this statement (not all babies with rashes are capable of using the potty yet), I'm going to do it. Yes, I'm buying a potty chair. I'm that sick of it. It may take a month or 6 weeks, but I believe she can learn. She has been showing signs of bladder control for a month now. My mom said that both my sister and I were using the potty before we were 2 years old. So, here we go! God willing, I'll have a 22 month old potty user!!

Today we had to run to the furniture store. AC scribbled all over my couch cushion with a black pen. I wanted to see if they would sell me another box of stain remover. No luck. I have to call the manufacturer. Before we leave to go anywhere, I let her select 2 toys she wants to take with her. She chose a ball (like always) and a purse. Little did I know that this particular purse contained a wad of brown play-doh. It wasn't until I was pinged in the back of the head while sitting a stop sign that I realized she had play-doh. And not only was she throwing it, she ate most it.

Look at that play-doh face. Disgusting, huh?



So, I'm taking suggestions for good potty chairs and techniques. And in the meantime, pray that this rash leaves us the heck alone!!!

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

The Beach

We haven't taken the time to go the beach since we moved to the new house. It probably seems crazy to live so close to the ocean and not go more often. The truth is that I've gotten used to everything (shopping, restaurants, entertainment) being so close that a 40 minute drive to the beach seems like a big hassle. The beach is only about 20 miles of away, but with all the traffic, it can take quite a while to get there. Well, this morning AC and I packed up the car and headed towards the water.



We didn't wear bathing suits. I knew she wouldn't want to get in the water. I was right. Only playing on the sand for us. She had fun but we didn't stay long. Taking a toddler to the beach is definitely a two-person job. After 20 minutes I was worn out. And besides, it was swarming with spring-breakers.
If any of you is in the need for a little sand and sun, come on down! We'll go to the beach everyday, if that's what you want!! AC would love it!

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

The Big 2-0!

As of this morning at 7:33, my girl is 20 months old. I can't even believe it. In just 4 short months, she will be 2. This is so hard to believe. It seems like just yesterday that I took this picture.
AC at 10 months old

Here she is today. Twice the age she was in the picture above.

I'm sad. If what people say is true, she will be 20 years old before I know it.

Monday, March 21, 2011

Bargains

Preface: Daddy took AC with him to Sherwin-Williams yesterday. She came back with only 1 shoe. The other shoe is M.I.A. forever.

AC and I headed to Old Navy this morning to buy a new pair of little silver flip flops. I am sad to report that they didn't have any silver ones. And you know I'm not going to buy the pink or purple ones with flowers/butterflies/sparkles, etc. I just can't do it. I'm not that desperate. Old Navy was a waste of time. However, T.J. Maxx wasn't. We left there with 5 outfits for AC for only $25. While not a complete steal, it was a good deal for me as I am not a bargain hunter. It stresses me out. Here's what we got.
All things from Carter's. T.J. Maxx is the best place to buy Carter's, in my opinion.

AC had to point out the eyes and mouth of the fish on the this dress.

In other news: AC is talking more and more each day. You must know how thrilled I am about this. Finally. It's like a switch has been flipped inside her little brain. New words this week:
mon = come on
wawa = water
yeah = yes
up = up

All her words:
Daaee = Daddy
Mama = Mama
nana = banana
ba = ball, box, or book
du = duck
bee = bread, Barney, or Buzz
wee = Woody
beer = bear
ra = rock
na = no
baaa = back
woof = dog
maow = cat
ride, ride, ride = horse
moo = cow
open = open
hi = hi or bye
ah nah = oh no
wow = wow
bia = yet to be determined, possibly Gracie

Saturday, March 19, 2011

Another Video

Here is another video from yesterday while I was experimenting with Daddy's camera.