Preschool Update!

Preschool is almost over! I can't believe how much my little baby girl has changed since school started in August! She has really blossomed. Her social skills have never been an issue, but since school she is never at a loss for a friend story. I enjoy to the fullest her little gems of information about her school day. She tells me about snack, who got in trouble, who she had words with, and who did the best coloring. She has a little best girl friend, Lily. We've even had Lily over after school. It is amazing to see how much her little world has expanded.
As far as academics she has also grown so much. She was fairly knowledgeable before school, but now she has so much confidence in her intelligence. She knows all her letters, numbers and can write anything you spell for her. She can tell you stories of presidential history, how butterflies develop, and how flowers grow.
Next week she goes on her first big girl field trip, and I will be riding a bus for the first time in 16 years. Millie is so excited, and I am stocking up on Dramamine. We will be heading to the exotic location of Kentucky Down Under! She can barely wait to see the sheep! I love her so I can't wait either.

Then on May 21st, just 3 weeks away she will be graduating and readying herself to go to Kindergarten. Preschool has trained us for early mornings and school functions. We are ready for next year!

I Dreaming Of Warm Beaches....

Today is cold.... super chilly.... freakin freezing!

The Other Woman

There used to be a little tiny baby that lived in our house. Then there was a little toddler patting around. The sassy little girl moved in last year. This last few months I have found myself living with another woman. Discussing makeup, outfits and shoes. Taking her with me shopping is not a chore quite like it used to be. Now there is an opinion on my purchases other than my own. There is another person using my perfume. We are sometimes running behind for school because of accessories. She asks for purses and clothes for Christmas. I actually like her CD collection. She plays card games and we don't have to let her win. She handles tough situations with grace.  My tiny baby has slipped away almost entirely and I am making room for the other woman in the house, but I can't think of a better woman.

My New Years Resolution 2013

 I will try and see myself through my daughter's eyes.

Christmas Is Over But The Memories Remain....

Christmas Eve:

                                                     

Our Family Christmas:

 Mammy and Pappy Christmas:

 Millie's Preschool Christmas Party:

 Millie's Preschool Christmas Program:

 Papaw and Nonna Christmas:

MY CURRENT VIEW

Lazy Afternoon :) Love my girls!

Razzle Dazzle

(look how dirty that mirror is.... ugg)

So I set some time management goals last week and so far they are working out just fine. Yesterday while Millie was at school I spent my time "catching up" on housework, so today I was able to focus on my jewelry organization. It took about a hour to go through all the pieces and pair together all the earrings. I stumbled on many items I had forgotten, and will now get wear out of. It was definitely worth the time. When I picked Millie up we headed to Bowling Green to get the newest in a series of movies she loves. Beverly Hills Chihuahua 3. She can't get enough of those little dogs. Once we purchased the necessity at Target we headed over to one of my favorite places to shop, Fashion Bug. They are having an inventory sale and EVERYTHING was on sale 20-50% off. Millie was so patient and very into helping me pick out some items for my fall wardrobe. She is very opinionated.... I have no idea where that came from ;). I did buy a few things I normally wouldn't have, but when your little girl says, "Mommy I have always wanted you to have purple shoes.... maybe I can ask Santa to bring these to you... you know so I can try them on", well you buy the dang purple shoes! However, the purple shoes are pretty comfortable. Then we headed to sweet CeCes for  some frozen yogurt. Millie loves to sample everything. I think they give her 10$ worth of samples. Once she had downed enough Razzle Dazzle, we made a quick pit stop at the park. Today was too pretty not to take advantage of some slide time. I watched her play and I was reminded of how quickly she has grown. Today she buckled herself in the booster for the first time, and tonight she got herself out of the tub and into pajamas. These are wonderful things and I am grateful she is independent, but I also worry a little that she is getting less and less dependant on me. Don't get me wrong I am so grateful she is strong, healthy, smart and driven, but some days I just wish I could freeze her. I love my sweet precious opinionated shopping buddy.