We Didn't Step Outside Today

I honestly have no idea what it felt like outside today. Millie and I had a day of no plans. We got up around 9 ate breakfast and played. I talked to my Bestie and she watched cartoons. We had lunch, and she napped while I addressed Christmas cards. When she got up we sorted her toys. We went through each item and she told me if she wanted to keep it or give it to a little kid who needs toys. She got rid of a garbage bag full. We will take them to Goodwill tomorrow. I was quite proud of her. I told her that and she replied, "I proud of you Momma". It was possibly one of the sweetest things anyone has ever said to me. We ate supper and watched TV til Wayne came home. He ate and then we played til bedtime. It was a lovely day and I never opened the frontdoor.

Holly

My Little Princess

Hi, sorry I have been neglecting my blog, but life happens. Since my last post the major change in my life has been the development of my beautiful daughter. She has really blossomed into quite the little lady. I am constantly amazed at her vocabulary and her personality. I must say I am very proud of how outspoken, funny and polite she is. She does have her moments when I say who are you, but those are few and far between.

I have learned to enjoy her more now that she is a little older. I can trust her to be out of the room with me for a few minutes. I don't have a panic attack if she is quiet for 2 seconds. She offers her opinion more. (Sometimes that is good and sometimes not so much.) I am finding that more and more she is my little buddy and my daughter. That is such a blessing. So tonight I would like to thank God for my daughter, my friend. She is my world.

Carving Pumpkins

Well this evening we decided to carve our Halloween Pumpkins. Last year Millie was quite small so we sat her in her bumbo chair and let her watch us carve. So I was excited this year because she is big enough to really get in there with us. She can't use a knife but she can dig in and help pull out the guts and lets face it that is what we all like to do anyway. So I cut the top off and stuck my hand in and pulled out a huge orange mess. She backed away with a horrified look on her face. I said "it's ok Mil, we are just cleaning the pumpkin, go ahead and reach in". " No Mamma, my hands dirty". She then ran off the porch. I went out, got her and lead her back to the pumpkin, I gently guided her hand to the open pumpkin and then she started to pull back, well I was not going to let her miss out on one of the greatest messes you get to make that is "legal". So I made her touch it while she protested. I just knew the minute she touched the goo she would love it. Just like playdo, or silly putty. She touched it and freaked out. "My hand dirty, I need wipe, MY HAND DIRTY WIPE NOW". Oh well. So the pics of pumpkin carving this year look like I am abusing her. I guess I only have myself to blame.

See Ya Soon,

Holly

Trying Something New

So today I have decided to try the flylady.net "program". It is supposed to help you organize your life. We shall see.

Night, See Ya Soon,

Holly

The reasons why I love my Hubby

1. one day a few weeks ago I cried b/c we have so much laundry, ever since that day he has pretty much taken over laundry duty.

2. he washes dishes when the sink is full, and I don't have to tell him

3. he is the best dad in the world to our daughter

4. I said tonight, "isn't Mil the cutest thing you ever saw" and he said almost, and then he pointed at me. I know he is lying, but it still makes me feel special.

5. he has always loved me the same no matter what size I am

6. he doesn't judge me

7. he knows what matters to me

8. he gets excited about things that interest me (he sat through Twilight and tried to read the book b/c I love it so much, he didn't make it too far but the effort still counts)

9. he works really hard so I can work only 2 days a week and stay home with our little one

10. he takes off every Thurs and Fri so I can work without sending Mil to daycare

11. he will write me letters about his feeling in the middle of an argument so we can understand eachothers perspective

12. he rocks Mil to sleep every night, his has only missed 4 times since she was 5 weeks old

13. he takes pride in our home, the outside and in

14. he cares about our little Punkin just as much as me and that is alot

15. he makes me laugh

16. he can make me cry (in a good way)

17. he can just listen

18. he always does what he says

19. he stops sometimes in the middle of something and says I love my family

20. he has taken off work when I was sick so he could take care of me and Millie

21. he worries

22. he always drives

23. he is not always patient, but he is more patient than me

24. he loves his mom

25. he is my best friend

and too many more to mention

See Ya Soon,

Holly

Stealing Ideas

So this week a very dear friend of mine posted a very interesting blog. It was a list of her random thoughts of the week. I love the format and therefore I am stealing her idea. (thanks Sarah).
1. I am not used to w0rking 4 days a week anymore. I have been on a part time schedule since Oct 2007 and this week I work Tues, Thurs, Fri, and Sat. It takes away time from my Millie and makes me feel torn. I appreciate the ability to only work 2 days. Thanks Wayne.
2. Millie is surprising me everyday with her new verbal and physical abilities. Last night she was in the bath and I asked her "you ready to get out" , I was not expecting an answer, she looked up and said very clearly "No I play in bath, Thanks". I nearly fell over.....
3. I am grateful for the fall weather, I missed it last year. We had a new baby and I don't really remember it being so cool. Either way this year I will enjoy my favorite time of the year.
4. My daughter melts my heart when she says, "Mommy I hold you".
5. My husband melts my heart when he folds the laundry so I don't have to.
6. I wish we had more money.
7. I feel too full from the pancakes this morning.
8.Wonders if the acai berry juice is causing Millie's poop to be green... ( Sorry I am wondering though).
9. I am glad we hired new nurses at work, maybe it will help calm things down.
10. I love days with no plans and tons of possibilities.
11. Laughing with your family is the most valuable thing in the world.
12. I finished my Nursing CEUs this week, next year I will get them done earlier ( yeah right).
13. My house really needs to be cleaned, floors mopped and dusted. I don't see it happening today.
14. Millie is the funniest person I know, she gets it from her Daddy.
15. I hate it when people disagree with me and they have no idea what they are talking about
16. I want to decorate for fall today
17. I want apple cider and I want to smell cinnamon
18. I wish I was more organized
19. Smiling is overated if you don't feel it.
20. I like this new format , Thanks Sarah!

See ya Soon
Holly

Been A Long Time......

I apologize for my lack of updating recently. I have no valid excuse.

We have been very busy as of late, I got a new/ used car. A 2007 Dodge Caliber and I am loving it so far. My older car, the lady bug, has been very sick for a while, we figured before she died and left me and Mil on the side of the road we would get a new one. I did decide to keep her. She is in her old parking spot in the drive. Wayne said I should park her to the side, but I told him there would be no such talk. She deserves respect. She took me everywhere I needed for close to 7 yrs and never left me in a bad spot. The two times she had a flat, I was in the parking lot of Wayne's work and in our driveway and the one time she quit Wayne was driving her. Even when I nearly totaled her in Jan. she still drove me and Mil home and died in the drive. She loves me and I her. So as for now she stays.

We have all been a little under the weather, but I hope we are seeing the tail end of that. Wayne has been the worst, but he said tonight he is feeling good just tired. Oh well I hope I am not jinxing us.

Talk To Ya Soon,

Holly

Snotty Noses, Fevers and Build A Bear

Ok so both Wayne and I work with sick people so it should not be a surprise that we get sick. That used to be fine, we always had some sort of cold or virus, but eventually after a few years we built up such a tolerance it was rare for one of us to get really sick. But now we have a new little lady, who runs to us as soon as we get home from work. We try to be very careful and wash and change before we have contact, but that used to be easier than it is now. She is waiting at the door for us now and follows us through the house screaming "hold me". We are both guilty of the occasional hug while still in scrubs. And sometime last week that bit us in the tush. Millie got sick. I blame us both and as always, Wayne blames himself. Either way Sunday Millie woke up with a 103 temp and nasty nose. She was rather pitiful. I also woke up feeling crummy. The Cardwells layed low all day Sunday. Millie and I napped frequently and drank plenty of liquids between cough syrup doses. However, by Monday Millie woke up feeling at least 80% better. I still felt yucky but I was so relieved she felt better, I was ready to celebrate. So we decided to do our original plans. We headed to Nashville. We ate at the aquarium restaurant. Millie loved the "FISH"! She felt it necessary to yell "FISH" at the top of her lungs every 4 minutes or so. It was actually kinda cute and embarrassing . Then we went to build a bear ( I had a coupon). Our family then grew to include DOGGY BRUSH, yes she named her DOGGY BRUSH, and everytime Wayne accidentally calls her Baby Brush Millie corrects him. She picked the dog, the clothes and the shoes. She really had a great time. Mommy enjoyed the 20.00 off. All in all we had a great day. As of today we are all feeling much better and continue to improve all the time.

See Ya Soon,

Holly

But That Is Not The Way I Do It.....

I should first start by saying Wayne and I have been extremely lucky that our employers have worked with us enough that one of us has been home with Millie since birth. I am grateful we have not had to rely on daycare like many have to. I know this is a huge blessing. I know that it is a wonderful opportunity for Millie to bond with her Daddy every Thurs. and Friday. I know that Wayne is wonderful about having the house picked up and the dishes washed before I get home. I also know that my daughter is safe, fed and loved while she is with her Daddy. BUT That is not the way I would do it...... Like tonight for example, I came home and Wayne just stated that Millie only got a half hour nap today. Mind you he was not complaining, he was just stating, but I immediately attacked him about the importance of an hour long nap, and I lectured him on the proper way to put her down. Why? I can't honestly say, I mean there has been more than one day when she wouldn't nap for me, but that was ok. But I was biting his head off for the same problem. I continued to nitpick at him til bedtime and it is only now when I sit here reflecting that I realize what a double standard this is. I think it is less about the nap and more about my guilt for leaving her. It is more about my need to be involved with every aspect of her life. It is about my controlling tendency. It is me being stupid. So now I am forced to sit here and try and think of ways to apologize to my husband. Wish me luck, I am a work in progress.

See Ya Soon,

Holly

Gulf Shores Day 1

As I right this I am sitting in our condo in Gulf Shores. Millie is asleep in her room and all I have to say is I have one amazing kid. I was so nervous about the journey and how she would adapt to not being at home. I kept obsessing over 2 facts, #1 she has never been in a car more than 2 hrs straight, and #2 she has never slept away from home or out of her crib. Well the answer to #1, she rocks at travel. She was in the car for more than 10 hrs with 3 small breaks. She only fussed one time for about 15 minutes. I am so impressed. If I was strapped in sitting straight up and unable to readjust, I would be a disaster. She took everything in stride. The answer to #2, she feel asleep in less than 10 minutes and is still like a rock over 2 hrs later. Also I had a minor concern about whether or not she would like the beach. Well let me tell you we are raising a fish. She loves it, the concern now is to keep her from running into the ocean. I am really looking forward to tomorrow. We are going to spend most of the day at the beach, and have a nice dinner. That is our only plans! I like those sort of days. Moral of the story, I underestimate my kid, and I worry too much! I will try to be better, wish me luck!

See Ya Soon,

Holly

16 mths going on 30

Everyday Millie cracks me up with her ever expanding vocabulary. Today we went to have lunch with Wayne at the hospital. She had a blast naturally with all the attention thrown her direction. When we left she was fine til we got to the car. She starts to cry and looks up at me with those big baby blues and says, "Daddy STUCK". She is truly wise beyond her years.

See Ya Soon,

Holly

Peace

I used to think I understood the concept of peace. We use it in relation to countries, to quiet moments and various other things, but I never truly saw it until Millie was born. When I look at that precious sleeping baby I know peace.

See Ya Soon,

Holly

My Own Personal Sunshine

Today was a record breaking cool day in July, which shot our plans of going swimming down. But it actually despite all the undesirable ingredients was a wonderful day. When Millie woke up this morning she was very much a Momma's girl. We ate chocolate chip waffles and watched Saturday morning cartoons. She kept her arm around my neck and her hair against my cheek. It was a memory to cherish. Then I decided it was such a cool, nice day we should take a walk. She drove her little pink convertible. We made it all the way to Nonna and Papaw's. Millie did so well, she stayed in the little car all the way there and never once complained. The journey there, which is mostly up hill took us about 25-30 min. The journey back only took about 15 and I was running after the car all the way home. When we got home right at lunch, I made grilled cheese and we watched cartoons. Millie was so tired from her long journey she fell right to sleep at nap time and I wasn't too far behind. When we woke up the fun continued. Today was another one of those days when I think to myself, "Thank you God for not letting me miss this".

See Ya Soon,

Holly

I'm Back!!!!!!

(My Little Millie Monkey)

(She lined all her babies up and wanted to be put in the middle)

(One of many tiolet paper incidents)

Sorry it has been so long since I updated. I have no good excuses, but I'm back. Ok so let's see the last time I updated was July 4th, there has been many activities since then. Let's hit the highlights. Millie seems like she has grown a foot, she is saying new words everyday and becoming more and more of a goofball. She has the best sense of humor. I am very grateful for that, it is a quality that will help her all her life. We have been attending Toddler Tales at the library on Mondays. She is enjoying it very much, it is feeling the void that kindermusic left. Yesterday they got to see real hermit crabs, she loved it. She spent a lot of time with the grandparents this weekend. Saturday she was with Mammy and Pappy, it was the perfect opportunity for Wayne and I to do some much needed housework/ yard work. Sunday after church she went with Nonna and Papaw, while Wayne and I went to see a movie. She seemed to have a blast all weekend.

Wayne is doing well, as a matter of fact they asked him to be charge nurse today over the ER. It is a job he misses very much, whether he admits it or not. I am very proud of him, he says there is nothing to be proud of, but we all know the truth. He and my dad just finished fencing in our front yard so Millie is free to roam. (I know I made her sound like a zoo animal, but hey if the shoe fits, she is the cutest monkey you will ever see).

I am also doing well, the constant tiredness that enveloped me earlier this month is not nearly as bad. Wayne and I are still on our diet, sorta, we have modified it a little. He has lost 20 and I have lost 19. Not too bad for 6 weeks.

The topic that is hottest for us right now is or up coming vacation. We are going to Gulf Shores with my family (ie: Nonna, Papaw, Uncle Josh and Aunt Maggie). I am very excited for Millie to see the beach, but very nervous about the journey, 10 hrs in the car with the monkey. Ahhh! She maybe wonderful, but I am preparing my nerves for the worst. I' ll let you know.....

Ok enough for now, I hope not to be so long between posts next time.

See Ya Soon,

Holly

My Little Firework!

Happy 4th! Tonight is the end of all the 4th festivities. Millie did very well. We went to Uncle Todd's firework display last night. I wasn't quite sure how she would respond. She did great as usual. The only hitch was when the first boom went off she peed all over my leg. Apparently the diaper had reached max potential. Oh well nothing a change of clothes couldn't fix. Tonight we went to Mom and Dad's for a cookout, she did very well staying on the porch, since it was raining cats and dogs. Every holiday seems to get better because of her. I can't wait for Christmas!

Holly

Sorry So Short But The TV Is Calling My Name

Sooooo Tired

Ok so why am I so tired, I don't know. My sleeping schedule has not changed, but I feel like I am going to snooze at all times of the day. It started 2 days ago. The only thing I can think of is this diet. Oh well maybe it will pass.

On a better note Millie is really increasing her vocabulary these days. She can now name almost every toy she has. My favs are the Monkey and Froggy. She says everything so sweet. She will hold her stuffed animal and say "OOOHHH MONKEY". So precious. I love that kid.

See Ya Soon,

Holly

Long Time No See

Ok so it has been forever since I last blogged, my only excuse is I didn't want to. Recently I haven't been feeling like thinking, and that my friends is the truth. I have been more concerned with doing everyday tasks and not doing any extra. But today I had a nice relaxing day with my little family and I feel like I recharged my batteries. I blame a lot of my lack of enthusiasm on this low carb diet Wayne and I have been doing. It seems to have zapped all my extra energy.

Millie has really been growing like a weed the last couple of weeks, both physically and developmentally. She seems to be doing something new everyday. Last week she started the ballerina twirl. It is truly sweet, she stands with her arms up and twirls, and she expects to hear how pretty she is. She really eats it up. She is talking more and more everyday. Just when I think I can predict what she will say she comes off with something like "Momma I busy". Never a dull moment.

The major battle with us these days is the "hair". She has too much of it to leave it alone and not enough to cut it appropriately. The constant war involves a hair barrette or band and her running from me as I try to scrape all her crazy hair into it. I am seriously considering duct tape.

Wish Me Luck,

Holly

Mommy's Little Helper

When you are a mommy there are moments when you want to run and hide and then there are moments when your heart bursts with love and you wouldn't want to be anywhere else. I am grateful there are more heat bursting than hiding.

Today while cleaning up the TV room, I noticed Millie watching me. I was picking up her blocks and putting them in the plastic container. She walked over to a block, bent and picked it up, she slowly made her way to me and said "here go mama". It was so precious. I took the block and began to lavish her with praise. She was grinning from ear to ear and began running around the room picking up every block, toy and piece of lint. She just wanted me to praise her. It occured to me how fragile children are. All she wanted was to hear me love her, and tell her how proud I was. It made me wonder about other kids and worry if anyone ever notices the blocks they pick up. I believe in my heart that Millie's future accomplishments are being shaped now, by my reactions. I hope that every parent remembers that. Little things mean the most.

Everyday Millie teaches me something new, everyday she makes me a better person.

See You Tomorrow,

Holly

Going to Church To See Jesus

This morning was bit of challenge to say the least. Every other weekend Wayne has to work. I used to skip church on those Sundays but about a month ago I decided that wasn't good for Millie or me. We enrolled Millie in Sunday school and I haven't missed a Sunday with her yet. The weekends Wayne is able to be with us are by far much easier, but the rest of the time we make it on our own. This morning the devil was really testing me. I usually wake up about 30 min before Millie so I can get myself ready, then wake Mil and give her breakfast, get her dressed and leave. Not the way today went..... First I woke up with only 10 min to get ready (darn the snooze button). I rushed and got dressed, and went to wake Mil. She raised her head up when I walked in and said very clearly "NO" and then she refused to stand. I carried her limp body to the highchair, where she layed her head on the tray and fell back to sleep. She then startled and began to demand at the top of her lungs her "SIPPY". She drank her milk and then refused to take her allergy medicine. She spit half of it in her hand, then wiped her hand through her hair. NICE! I finally forced half her yogurt into her mouth, the other half on the floor, and we made our way to change. She of course refused to sit still and we had to change dresses twice, to find one she didn't tear at screaming. I fixed her hair, she pulled it out, I yelled and smacked her hand, and fixed her hair, while she screamed. We made it to the car and to the church parking lot. She refused to put her feet on the ground, I spanked, she still refused. I carried her to Sunday School. I expected the fight of my life when we entered the drop off point. Millie said "get down" I sat her on the floor. She turned to me and said "bye, go see Jesus" and walked by herself to the door.

See You Tomorrow,

Holly

I Haven't Forgotten

I know it seems like I have forgotten about my blog, but I assure you I have not. It has just been really crazy the last week. This week was my birthday and the begin of Toddler Tales at the library.

My Birthday turned out awesome, thanks to my wonderful husband, friends, and family. Wayne gave me some special gifts including, paying for our Gulf Shores condo, (a huge stressor) and a new labtop (still figuring it out, that is why no pics.). One of my fav gifts he gave me was he filled in a frame with pics from Millie's first year. The biggest gift was a surprise party, which I honestly had no idea it was coming. He is a slick little devil and so are my inlaws. It was a lovely way to start my 28th year.

We started Toddler Tales this week at the library in town. I figured since Kindermusik was out for the summer we needed a new activity and this seemed perfect. Millie had a wonderful time with all the kids and was very excited to show the bookmark she made. She is so sweet.

I promise to load pics as soon a I figure out how:)

Hope To See You Tomorrow,

Holly

Already At The Preschool Graduation

(Millie's Favorite Part, the bite bites)

(Millie was reaching for a cookie)

Today Millie and I attended the preschool graduation at North Butler. We attended at the request of Mrs. Shelia, AKA Nonna. She wanted to show off her granddaughter to her class. Millie had a great time listening to the kids sing and of course there was cake. I however spent the whole hour tearing up and dreading the day I would see my baby up there. Throughout the ceremony I could see other parents looking at Millie and no doubt thinking "mine was just that little".
After that we went home to spend some quality time with Daddy. We all played in Millie pool, and ate popcicles in the grass as the spinkler passed by. It was a wonderful time. We had a cookout with Mammy and Pappy for dinner. It was a busy day and I have the sunburn to prove it, but it was a day full of memories.
See You Tomorrow,
Holly

Starting June Out Cheesy

We had a great day today. Millie and I went to Chucky Cheeses for the first time, with Mandy and Jacob. Mandy and I had a blast listening to the two of them talk in the back. They sound so grown up. It was really funny to hear their own way of communicating. Millie showed me that she is not a baby anymore. She sat in the booth, not in the highchair, for the first time. She rode all the kiddy rides without being scared, she ate pizza and drank out of a kids cup (not a sippy). She tried her best to keep up with Jacob, who is one year her senior. After they played for a long while, we went for ice cream. Millie got a kids sundae and almost ate the whole thing by herself. She was wiped when we got back to the car and slept all the way home. It was one of the days I used to dream of. She really is more of a blessing everyday. Now we just have to take Daddy back.....
See Ya Tomorrow,
Holly

The Toothless Wonder

So Millie is teething like a mad woman tonight. We're talking drool, chewing and fever. I feel sorry for her but I am also relieved. Wayne and I were starting to get concerned. She got 6 teeth back in Oct. and Nov., but nothing since then. We are almost at 7 mths with no new ones. I was telling Wayne the other day she should be getting her 15 mth molars and she doesn't even have all her front teeth. So please pray for her and her sweet little mouth. And hey if this doesn't work out maybe they make toddler false teeth......
See You Tomorrow,
Holly

Growing

(May 2008)

(May 2009)

Everyday Millie grows in another way. Everyday she wakes up taller and stronger, everyday she wakes up wiser and with more to say, everyday she understands more than the day before. I am so blessed to watch this wonderful little person develop. I know she will be amazing, she already is.
See You Tomorrow,
Holly

Chasing the Butterfly

Today was an adventure. It was my first day at attempting to relax my control. It went well, not perfect, but well. It started with me taking Millie outside after breakfast. I put her in old clothes and shoes and followed her through the mud. I watched her, I mean really watched her. I tried to figure out what was going through that little mind. I have a feeling it was much more complex than I could ever imagine. There was one moment when she was intently piling rocks on the porch and she just stopped. She looked so bewildered. Her head began to move slowly as if trying to keep up with something, I followed her line of vision. She had spotted a butterfly. It hovered about 5 feet from her near a bush. She crept over to it and it darted, so did she. I followed them both and watched the light in her eye as she chased such a beautiful new creature. She has butterflies all over her room and clothing but this was the first time she ever noticed a real one. It lead us to the end of the drive and then into the woods, Millie stopped, turned to me, smiled a smile of pure delight and then marched back to the porch to pile rocks. She had forgotten instantly her journey, but I will forever carry it with me. My daughter taught me today the importance of chasing the butterfly. I hope she always does.
See You Tomorrow,
Holly

Control Freak

(Taken By My Wonderful Husband Wayne)
Most of you who know me know that I am a huge control freak. In every aspect of my life I need to have the complete say. And to be perfectly honest I am kind of tired of it. I can't tell you why I am this way or when it started, but I can tell you I can't remember a time when I wasn't in the lead. It has served me very well and has helped me achieve my goals and given me a nice life, but I believe it has ran it's course. I am tired of never asking for help or expecting myself to plan it or be in charge of it. Sure I still want to be good at my job, be organized with my life, but I just don't want to be in charge of every little detail. I think my attitude has been changing since the birth of Millie. I have recently been seeing these tendencies in her. Don't get me wrong, there would have been many days I would have pulled my hair out if it wasn't for her schedule, but now is the time to be a little more free. I don't mean we are going to be having ice cream for breakfast at 4 am, but maybe we will not be eating yogurt and oatmeal on alternating days at 8:30 am. (Yes I was that bad). I want her to be more flexible, so she doesn't end up nervous if she doesn't have everything in the "right" order. Tomorrow is the beginning of the new me. I am very apprehensive and also very excited. I am sure no one will know what to do with me and I am sure everyone at work will ask me if I am feeling ok, but I am ready. Now let's just see how it goes.......
See Ya Tomorrow (or maybe not),
Holly

A Nice Day

Today was just a nice day. It was missing one big part, my husband, but inspite of that it was still a nice day. It started out well because Millie woke up at 8 on the nose in a very good mood, quite the opposite of yesterday. We went to church and had lunch at Cracker Barrell with my parents and my Papaw Carl. After lunch my parents took Millie to Toys R Us and I got to walk around Target by myself. I enjoyed that more than I probably should have. Sometimes it is just nice to look around at items without worrying if Millie is throwing stuff out of or into the cart. I did miss her though. She kind of grows on you. We all met back up and went to visit some family friends. Then Millie and I came home. She was in a very loving mood. That is sometimes not convient but these days I make time for it. She seems to be on the move so much it is wonderful when she just wants to be held. She watched a whole episode of Dora in my lab with her arms around me. That is the joy of being a mother. When her little arms are around my neck, I realize how much she is worth everything and so much more.
See You Tomorrow,
Holly

Our New Yard

Kindermusik Party

Tonight was Millie's end of the year Kindermusik Party. She was so excited. It was adorable to watch her try and sing and kiss her teacher. She is such a special kid. It was also very nice that Wayne was able to be with us, everything is better when he is there.
On a sad note we have decided that Mil has some yucky seasonal allergies, just like Daddy. We are starting some claritin in the morning. Please pray that it works.
Too tired to write anymore.
See Ya Tomorrow,
Holly

Urtle

While walking to the mailbox with Millie a few days ago the funniest thing happened. She was keeping a good pace with me on the driveway so I let her hand go so she could pick up rocks. I was not paying a lot of attention when she said, "Momma Yook". I looked down at her tiny hand and at first glance thought she was holding a small odd rock. On closer inspection I realized that she was holding a tiny snapping turtle. I took the turtle from her, took her into the house and washed her hands, twice (hey I am a nurse I worry) and put the turtle in a tupperware bowl ( I sanitized later don't worry). We examined the turtle and watched him walk and eat ( he was suprisingly active). Millie watched him in amazment off and on for hours. Later in the day she looked at me and in her sweet voice asked, "Baby?" I said yes he was a baby she then asked "Momma?". It broke my heart because she was asking me where was the baby's momma. Ok so I know how the whole turtle thing goes, I know he doesn't need a momma but to Millie all babys need a Momma. I said the Momma was outside and when Daddy got home we would take him to her. As soon as Wayne got in we walked the Urtle, as Millie calls it, to the creek at the end of the driveway. She waved bye to him and still asks when we are going to get the mail "Urtle?" and I always tell her he is with his Momma. See Ya Tomorrow, Holly

Where The Wild Things Are

Sorry I haven't written in a couple of days. I usually blog at night while Wayne is rocking Millie to sleep, but the past few nights have been hard on her and she needed Mommy. Please keep her in your prayers.
So we finally made the big zoo trip on Sunday. It was a blast. Millie is so loved, both sets of wonderful grandparents and her Uncle Josh and Aunt Maggie came (It was Maggie's B-day). She was excited, I don't know if she really was excited about the zoo or the fact that all the people who she loves were gathered in one place. The day was lovely, a nice 65-68 and sunny. She loved looking at all the animals, but she loved more running crazy and kissing all our legs ( a sweet thing she does if she loves you). I had a great time watching everyone watch her, in fact later as I was reviewing the pictures I laughed because all of the shots show Millie and everyone staring at her. She is one loved kid. A big thanks to our family for making it so special. You all rock!
See Ya Tomorrow,
Holly

The Sweetest Daddy

Tonight after Millie's bath the monitor was on and I could hear Wayne in her room. He was brushing her hair, and she was crying. I was stopped dead in my tracks when I heard him say, "Baby don't cry, I have to brush your hair so you will look pretty for the angels who watch you sleep". I think that maybe one of the sweetest things I have ever heard Wayne say and he didn't even know I was listening.
See Ya Tomorrow,
Holly

Workin For the Weekend!

I can't wait for the weekend! We have a very busy one planned. Saturday we have a bunch of randomness to do, clean up the house, fill in the hole in the driveway the rain created and try to cut down the jungle growing in our yard. Sunday is the really exciting day, we are headed to the zoo. I can't wait to see Millie's face when she sees all the animals.
I had a good day at work today. I always enjoy seeing my work friends. It is a couple of days where I remember that I am an adult and that there is more out there than Dora. Ironically we play cartoons in the lobby all day, so I still hear all the familiar theme music. The difference is now I know all the words...... Oh well!
Millie was happy to see me when I got home, and Wayne had dinner made. It is very nice to come home to that. My Wayne ROCKS!
See Ya Tomorrow,
Holly

Feeling Lazy

Tonight I feel a little under the weather still so I choose to be lazy, and will just post a couple of pics.
See You Tomorrow,
Holly

I Really Like Her!

So today I was thinking, always dangerous I know, but I was. I really like my kid. Yes I know most people assume that is implied but it really isn't. I mean I knew I loved her, and I knew she was amazing, but today I learned to appreciate her sense of humor. She is really a blast. She laughs at herself, and is not too sensitive. She finds the beauty in all things. She loves to hug and kiss all objects, she just cares. I believe she is going to be an awesome adult. Really people, you may want to get her autograph now because she is going to rock the world, and I get to be her mom.
See You Tomorrow,
Holly

Mother's Day 2009

I had a lovely day. It was made very special by my wonderful husband and daughter. Millie, with Wayne's help created me a beautiful piece of artwork, and gave me two beautiful cards. To me anything Millie makes is amazing, but these paintings, finger paintings, really are very pretty. Wayne helped her to use her little fingers to create hearts, crosses and a sunset. I will display them proudly forever, she will come to be embarassed by them, but that is part of the fun.

We then went to church, with my parents, Wayne's parents and my Papaw. It was a nice service and Millie had a good time in Sunday School.

We went to Red Lobster afterwards. I love that place. My father-in-law discovered his love for their cheddar biscuits.

I am still feeling a little under the weather, but how can I feel too bad when I am sooooo blessed.

Happy Mother's Day!

See Ya Tomorrow,

Holly

Tomorrow is Mother's Day!

(Last Mother's Day, Millie was 9wks)

So earlier this week if you had asked me if I was excited about Mother's Day my response would have been, "Yeah I will be with Millie, but Wayne has to work". I was sad about that fact, but I was trying not to be a baby. But tonight my response is " I am very excited, Wayne switched a day with someone so he be home with me on Mother's Day". I believe that is the best gift he could have given me. It always feels like things aren't complete if he is not there. He makes me happy. Now tomorrow I will be at church with my mom and dad, Wayne's mom and dad, my Wayne and my sweet precious baby girl. Life is GOOD!

See Ya Tomorrow,

Holly

Not Feeling So Hot

So I think that sweet little blonde baby has gotten me sick! I am feeling crummy this evening. I am looking forward to a hot bath and a good nights rest. Wayne has to work this weekend so I think Millie and I are laying low. We may visit some family and we will attend Mother's Day church service on Sunday. I kind of look forward to having no plans tomorrow. It seems like we are always running. Next Saturday is the big zoo trip with the fam. I am trying to introduce Millie to zoo animals with her books and on TV. So far she likes the elephants and the monkeys. I can't wait to see her little face. When she looks up at the gorillas it will be priceless.......

See Ya Tomorrow,
Holly

:)

Millie is feeling better!!!!!!!!!! Yay!!!!!!!!

I am tired, sorry no long winded speech tonight.

See Ya Tomorrow,

Holly

PS Chopped off all my hair!

On The Mend

Today was a much better day for Miss Millie. She still woke up early (6:30) and was running a fever (102) but she slept fairly soundly until then. She did wake up hoarse which sounds sooooo pitiful. She played alot more today and was able to get in two naps. I am so glad we saw so much improvement. It eases my guilt about leaving her tomorrow for work.

On another note Wayne went to his pulmonologist today and they report that his sleeping has improved more than 90%. I could have told them that. He is feeling alot better and his energy level is up. I hope he continues to improve. I twisted his arm and made him go see the new Wolverine movie, he said it was pretty good. I am glad he got out, he rarely does.

When he got home I went to the funeral home with my mom and dad. A schoolmate passed away this week and mom is very close to her sister. It was so sad to see her mom and dad. She was only a year older than me. It is not natural for parents to bury their children. I hope you all pray for the Lindsey family.

Goodnight and wish Miss Millie luck tonight. I hope she sleeps peacefully.

See Ya Tomorrow,

Holly