Dr. Nopants

Ummm, did someone call a doctor??! First, let me listen to your heart...

Eggstra Special Day!

Easter was so much fun! I woke up to find a basket that the Easter bunny had dropped off by the fireplace. It was full of colorful eggs and treats. I had a Cadbury cream egg with my breakfast... yummmmy! Later in the day, I had an egg hunt with my cousins. We traded our eggs in for special prizes from Mimi and Papa. What an eggsellent Easter day!

High in the Sky

My first airplane ride on the way to Vero Beach was a smashing success! Despite mommy's anxiousness and slight overpacking of "distractions" in her carryon bag, I was a perfect angel. I even managed to catch a some zzz's while flying high in the sky.

On the other hand, the plane ride on the way home was not so smooth. In fact, I was less of an angel and more of a squirmy wormy/crankypants/fussy diva that insisted on NOT closing my eyes for more than a millisecond. Unfortunately, the other passengers did not find my screaming very charming. :(

Do you want to know the ONE difference between the first and second plane ride??? Very simple... BARNEY! On the way there, I watched Barney on Uncle Bryan's computer and was content as can be. On the way back, there was no computer to watch Barney on. Bad, bad news. You can bet that Mommy and daddy learned their lesson and the big purple dinosaur will be with us each and every time we travel by plane.

Announcing...

I just got wind of some news... I'm going to be a big sister in September! This new baby is due to arrive just five days after my birthday. I'm going to try my best to share my toys, but sharing my birthday... now that's a whole 'nother story. Since I am going to be the older sister, it's only right for me to start bossing this shortstuff around. So here's a little message to the bun in mommy's oven: September 23rd is already taken. Find your own birth day. :)

Fun in the Sun

I'm back from a much-too-short but very fabulous trip to Vero Beach. Boy was it nice to get away to the warm, sunny Florida days with GUP and GAP! After having a blast at the beach and pool, it made me wonder why we live in the cold, dreary land of the midwest. Spring can't seem to come soon enough around here! I'm ready for warm days, capri pants, and playing outside. :)

Writer's Block

Hmmmm..... What should I blog about today?!

Care to Join Us?

Each afternoon, I bring out my shimmering teapot and finest china for a little high tea with my dolls. In keeping with tradition, we typically sip our tea while indulging in a little local gossip. It's a very regal treat that I look forward to each day...

Bounce

Where Have I Been?

From a runny nose that turned into croup and then back into a nasty cold, I've been away from my 'puter trying to get well. I've been a pretty high-maintenance patient, but I get the feeling that mommy and daddy loved all of the endless snuggles (minus the screaming in between). I also found a lot of comfort in my two favorite things: sucking my thumb and rubbing my ear. Luckily, I'm starting to feel like my old self again. :)

Chivalry

I think this little Brooks likes me. Let me explain. First, he offered his cookie to me and we all know that cookies are the key to a girls heart. Then, he kept pointing at me. I'm thinking that his pointed finger was a declaration of, "She is mine!" to all of the other boys in the room. Soooo there was only one other boy in the room, whatever. On top of all of that, he chivalrously picked up my sippy cup every time (and there were many) I threw it from my highchair. Don't worry, I showed my appreciation for his sweetness with a generous amount of smooches. :)

Mr. Postman

I got a card in the mail from GUP & GAP and I tried reading it aloud to daddy. He had a little trouble with my translation and I don't really understand why.... :)

Laughter is Contagious

The big belly laughs begin....

and continue...

I Do It

Attempt #1: Hmmmm... I don't get it. Putting on my own coat is more difficult that I thought. In this first case, I can only see out of one eye and my arms are still cold.

Attempt #2: This doesn't feel right either.

Attempt #3-16: I tried putting it on backwards. I tried putting my legs through the holes. I tried sitting on it, kissing it, and shaking it. No luck.

Attempt #17: I give up. It must be broken. I'll just put it on Barney.

Taming the Wild Beast

Little Girl in a Big Coat

That's one BIG ruff-ruff!

We headed down to the Children's Museum on Sunday afternoon. My favorite part of the day was the gigantic "ruff ruff" that other kids kept calling "Clifford". The big red dog is pretty cool, but he doesn't really hold a candle to my Barn-Barn. My second favorite part was sitting in EVERY car (and there are many) at the museum. :)

Labor of Love

I've been hearing a lot of hammering, sawing, and drilling coming from daddy's workshop lately. I finally got to see the masterpiece that he's been working so hard on.... this dollhouse bookshelf that he made just for me! From the sturdy construction and perfect pink/white color combination, to the intricate girly details and all of the extra love put into it, it is absolutely PERFECT!!!!

Smooches

Our good friends came over on Friday night for pizza and games. I had so much fun playing with the Gholz boys. They are both really cute so I tried to sneak in a few kisses when they weren't looking. Nicholas didn't seem to mind my sneaky smooches, but Brooks took off once he realized that I was trying to plant a big smacker on him. ;)

Mommy Training Continues

New Year, Old Trick

You are probably wondering what that green thing on my shoulder is? Here I'll give you a closer look...

Yep, that's right. I fell victim to the old lettuce-on-the-shoulder trick. Classic. I'll be keeping a better eye on my shoulder from now on. Mommy and dad had quite the laugh with this. :)