Oh yea, Chloe lost one of her front teeth. The other one is VERY loose, too!
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Happy Earth Day
So, this morning Charlie had his routine 15 month check at the doctors. I showed him Charlie's funny dots. For those of you who didn't know, I was concerned that he might have a slight case of chicken pox, but turns out that the Dr. thinks they are probably some kind of bug bites. Who has been munching on my baby???
He also noted that Charlie has an ear infection. Really? He acts fine. He eats as much as usual. no fever. Oh well, another round of Amoxicillin.
We then ventured out to our new Super Wal*mart. I am not usually a big fan of Wally World, but I figured I needed to check out the new one. I was surprisingly impressed. The usually crowded, dirty aisles were wide enough for 2 carts to pass each other and the floor was still relatively white. I also was pleased with the unusual ease of parking. I really liked that I could get my grocery shopping done the same place that I bought my paper products and flowers to plant. I just might have a new favorite store.
Later, Chloe and I are going to celebrate Earth day by taking the wagon around our neighborhood and picking up trash. Her idea, NOT MINE! Then we will plant some daises. My idea.
On a more serious note, I have been following a few blogs about families with kids who really need our prayers. It really helps me keep my crazy life in perspective. when I get frustrated with Charlie screaming, I remember to be thankful that he is able to scream and not hooked up to a ventilator with a tube stuffed down his throat. These are some amazing families in very trying situations. Please remember them when you bow your heads tonight....
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Monday, April 20, 2009
Sunday, April 05, 2009
Happy Palm Sunday!
So, today is traditionally the day that we remember Jesus entering Jerusalem a few days before his death. He was going to celebrate the Passover and the people were so thrilled to see Him. They laid their coats and palm branches down on the ground to make a carpet for His donkey. What an exciting day. The people were all shouting. I try, but can't imagine what it would have been like to be in that crowd. This is definitely my favorite week of the year. Have a good one!
from KSDK front page
She doesn't look too excited!
VIDEO: Stanford Lady Cardinal excited about playing UConn
The Head Coach of the Stanford Lady Cardinals said her team is excited to play in the Final Four at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis and take on UConn.
The Head Coach of the Stanford Lady Cardinals said her team is excited to play in the Final Four at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis and take on UConn.
Saturday, April 04, 2009
we are runners...
Amy and I are doing so well. I am so proud of us! We rewarded ourselves with breakfast at IHOP after our "long run" today. Our schedule has us running some and walking some. As the weeks go on, we run more and walk less. By week 10, we should be ready to run our 5 K. Thank you for everyone's support.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
I need ya'lls help...
So Amy and I joined a sort of Runner's Club. we are training to finish a 5k in June. Yes, we are rather out of shape, so we have to train to run 3 1/2 miles. Our coaches are through Fleet Feet http://www.fleetfeetstl.com/. It is a 10 week training program with the race at the end. I'm really looking forward to it, but am a little scared. I have a bad habit of starting projects and not seeing them through to the end. I'm gonna need your encouragement!!!
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Wanna know about Arizona?
One wardrobe malfunction and two spilled drinks later... we arrived in beautiful Phoenix. We had a great time and although we missed daddy, we didn't really want to come home just yet! Ann had an entire agenda planned for us. First we played a round of mini golf and 398 games of skee-ball. She then cooked for us... she made spaghetti... and we SURVIVED!
Unfortunately, the garage door had a different plan. We will not be deterred, though!
Thank God for our BEST friend, Tom (tom), who got us to and from our destinations many times.
We then ate at a very cool pizza place. It has a huge organ in the middle and the organ pipes go all the way around the restaurant. The organist does a show every 30 minutes or so and the lights come on and flash to the music. We had a blast!
http://www.organstoppizza.com/
On Thursday we ventured out to the Grand Canyon. It is about a 4 hour drive. Chloe came down with a mysterious tummy bug. She ran a low grade fever and her symptoms came and went on and off the rest of the vacation. Strange, but she is 100% better now. I have to say that pictures do not do the Grand Canyon justice. It is like nothing else you will ever see. Absolutely beautiful. Unfortunately, it was about 34 degrees with 40 mph wind gusts that day. We froze our hineys off!
The next day we drove home and our plans included getting a tattoo. See the top of the post. On the left is big sister, and on the right is little sister. We were going to get it on the top of our foot, but the tattoo place was too busy and asked us to come back in an hour or so. Unfortunately, that didn't fit into our schedule. Maybe next time. Instead, we went to the park...
On Saturday, it was time to go home. Chloe was very upset, so we agreed to look at flights for this summer. Originally, I was not looking at visiting Arizona in the middle of summer when it was hotter than hates. However, this trip made me realize just how much I miss my sister and wish we could spend more time together. We had a layover in Dallas and Grandma came to the airport for a quick visit. One of the (few) perks of working for the airline. We love you Grandma!
So... what did Chuck do while we were gone? I'm sure he enjoyed the quiet. He replaced the kitchen faucet without injury to the kitchen or himself. The house was immaculate and there wasn't a bit of laundry to be done. Thank you, baby!
Thank God for our BEST friend, Tom (tom), who got us to and from our destinations many times.
We then ate at a very cool pizza place. It has a huge organ in the middle and the organ pipes go all the way around the restaurant. The organist does a show every 30 minutes or so and the lights come on and flash to the music. We had a blast!
http://www.organstoppizza.com/
On Thursday we ventured out to the Grand Canyon. It is about a 4 hour drive. Chloe came down with a mysterious tummy bug. She ran a low grade fever and her symptoms came and went on and off the rest of the vacation. Strange, but she is 100% better now. I have to say that pictures do not do the Grand Canyon justice. It is like nothing else you will ever see. Absolutely beautiful. Unfortunately, it was about 34 degrees with 40 mph wind gusts that day. We froze our hineys off!
The next day we drove home and our plans included getting a tattoo. See the top of the post. On the left is big sister, and on the right is little sister. We were going to get it on the top of our foot, but the tattoo place was too busy and asked us to come back in an hour or so. Unfortunately, that didn't fit into our schedule. Maybe next time. Instead, we went to the park...
On Saturday, it was time to go home. Chloe was very upset, so we agreed to look at flights for this summer. Originally, I was not looking at visiting Arizona in the middle of summer when it was hotter than hates. However, this trip made me realize just how much I miss my sister and wish we could spend more time together. We had a layover in Dallas and Grandma came to the airport for a quick visit. One of the (few) perks of working for the airline. We love you Grandma!
So... what did Chuck do while we were gone? I'm sure he enjoyed the quiet. He replaced the kitchen faucet without injury to the kitchen or himself. The house was immaculate and there wasn't a bit of laundry to be done. Thank you, baby!
Sunday, March 22, 2009
nothin' new, but it's been a couple weeks
I have nothing exciting to report, but I hadn't updated in a while, so I thought I would check in! Everyone is over their illnesses (for now). Good thing, because we leave for Arizona on Tuesday. I can't wait!!! We are going to see my sister and visit the Grand Canyon. I've never seen it from the ground before. I wish my sister lived closer, I miss her so much!
Thank you to everyone who said a prayer for Chuck's dad. He was in the hospital last week with what sounds like a respiratory infection. He is home again and doing better. STAY WELL, Wendell!
Charlie is saying a couple words. He says "Yea", "More", "MaMa", "DaDa" and his babysitter said she heard "Kitty". I cannot verify this one, though :) He is getting so big. We went to the park yesterday. He loved the slide and he did okay on the swing until Chloe decided he needed to go high. He wasn't too happy with that.
As for Chloe, She got a Nintendo DS for her birthday and hasn't put it down yet. Actually, she had to put it down when it was taken away for running in the house. I had to show her this picture to better explain why we only walk in the house. Poor kid! Ouch!
Thank you to everyone who said a prayer for Chuck's dad. He was in the hospital last week with what sounds like a respiratory infection. He is home again and doing better. STAY WELL, Wendell!
Charlie is saying a couple words. He says "Yea", "More", "MaMa", "DaDa" and his babysitter said she heard "Kitty". I cannot verify this one, though :) He is getting so big. We went to the park yesterday. He loved the slide and he did okay on the swing until Chloe decided he needed to go high. He wasn't too happy with that.
As for Chloe, She got a Nintendo DS for her birthday and hasn't put it down yet. Actually, she had to put it down when it was taken away for running in the house. I had to show her this picture to better explain why we only walk in the house. Poor kid! Ouch!
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Chloe's 6th bithday party
The tea party was a big success! Imogene's tea Room in Chesterfield did a fantastic job. Just see below...
Thursday, March 12, 2009
The Mommy / Daddy Quiz
Chloe's perspective:
1. What is mommy really good at? Playing games
Daddy? Playing Hide n Seek
2. What is Mommy not very good at? Driving Daddy's truck (true dat)
Daddy? Dancing
3. What is Mommy's favorite Food? Steak
Daddy? hamburgers
4. If mom were a cartoon character, who would she be? Phineas (I'm a boy)
Dad? Blue from Blue's Clues (... and he's a girl?)
5. How are you and Mommy the similar? We both love chocolate
Daddy? We like to watch wrestling
6. How are you and Mommy different? I like to wear high heels
Daddy? I don't like football
7. What does Mom like the most about Dad? That he does stuff like vacuum the stairs
What does Dad like the most about Mom? That she comes right away when he calls her (are we in Saudi Arabia?!?)
8. What is Mom's favorite place? The mall
Dad? Costco
9. What makes Mommy happy? When I do something nice like make her a tea party
What makes Daddy happy? When I give him presents
10. What makes Mommy sad? When I get a 'yellow day'.
What makes Daddy sad? When Charlie is screaming.
11. What was Mommy like as a child? She LOVED Mickey Mouse
What was Daddy like? He played with Lincoln Logs
12. How old is Mommy? 23 (I knew I looked young!)
How old is Daddy? 34 (close)
13. How tall is Mommy? 16 Blocks
How tall is Daddy? 17 blocks
14. What is Mommy's favorite thing to do? Read books to me
What is daddy's favorite thing to do? Watch football
15. What does Mommy do when you are not around? laundry
What does Daddy do? watch movies
1. What is mommy really good at? Playing games
Daddy? Playing Hide n Seek
2. What is Mommy not very good at? Driving Daddy's truck (true dat)
Daddy? Dancing
3. What is Mommy's favorite Food? Steak
Daddy? hamburgers
4. If mom were a cartoon character, who would she be? Phineas (I'm a boy)
Dad? Blue from Blue's Clues (... and he's a girl?)
5. How are you and Mommy the similar? We both love chocolate
Daddy? We like to watch wrestling
6. How are you and Mommy different? I like to wear high heels
Daddy? I don't like football
7. What does Mom like the most about Dad? That he does stuff like vacuum the stairs
What does Dad like the most about Mom? That she comes right away when he calls her (are we in Saudi Arabia?!?)
8. What is Mom's favorite place? The mall
Dad? Costco
9. What makes Mommy happy? When I do something nice like make her a tea party
What makes Daddy happy? When I give him presents
10. What makes Mommy sad? When I get a 'yellow day'.
What makes Daddy sad? When Charlie is screaming.
11. What was Mommy like as a child? She LOVED Mickey Mouse
What was Daddy like? He played with Lincoln Logs
12. How old is Mommy? 23 (I knew I looked young!)
How old is Daddy? 34 (close)
13. How tall is Mommy? 16 Blocks
How tall is Daddy? 17 blocks
14. What is Mommy's favorite thing to do? Read books to me
What is daddy's favorite thing to do? Watch football
15. What does Mommy do when you are not around? laundry
What does Daddy do? watch movies
Now Chloe is sick... aargh!
Sunday, March 01, 2009
Charlie is sickie :(
Charlie has bronchitis and bilateral ear infections. He is on an oral steroid, antibiotics and the dreaded nebulizer. He sounded horrible when I picked him up from the babysitter Thursday. We went straight to the Urgent Care Center. He was coughing so hard that he couldn't catch his breath and I could hear him wheezing from the front seat. Poor baby, apparently the medicine is pretty yucky and the bottom picture does not accurately reflect the ease of delivering the nebulizer.
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