tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-40401781466121843552024-03-13T20:35:25.333-07:00Myers FourNicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04013366127794015534noreply@blogger.comBlogger473125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4040178146612184355.post-18675986501280597532013-10-31T19:01:00.001-07:002013-10-31T19:01:22.146-07:00Happy Halloween 2013<br />
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Dragon Ninja, Butterfly and an Astronaut.</div>
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And for the Grandmas.... </div>
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<a href="http://myersthree.blogspot.com/2012/10/a-vampire-tiger-and-strawberry.html" target="_blank">Halloween 2012 </a></div>
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<a href="http://myersthree.blogspot.com/2011/11/halloween-2011all-i-got.html" target="_blank">Halloween 2011 </a></div>
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<a href="http://myersthree.blogspot.com/2010/11/halloween-2010-checklist.html" target="_blank"><br /></a></div>
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<a href="http://myersthree.blogspot.com/2010/11/halloween-2010-checklist.html" target="_blank">Halloween 2010 </a></div>
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<a href="http://myersthree.blogspot.com/2009/11/halloween-weekend.html" target="_blank">Halloween 2009</a></div>
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Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04013366127794015534noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4040178146612184355.post-28130047497899319482013-10-16T12:37:00.002-07:002013-10-16T12:59:53.515-07:005 Things<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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1. We had a nasty strain of Strep Throat take down each one of our kiddos this past week. First it was Owen then 48 hours later it was Jack then 5 hours later it was Adelyn. Each of them just wanted to snuggle and sleep for two days which I was totally fine with. Although it is not fun to have sick munchkins, it is nice to slow down life for a bit and fill our days with movies, Play-doh and books...minus the episode of "clean up in the main aisle near the men's department" at Target. I could have done without that..ewe. <br />
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2. I have <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/78672324714391542/" target="_blank">this cooking</a> in the crock pot for dinner. So very fall of me..smells delish!<br />
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3. And <a href="http://theinspiredroom.net/2013/10/14/pumpkin-squares-cream-cheese-frosting/" target="_blank">these</a>....I need to make stat!<br />
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4. Jack informed me last night the he will be calling me "Mom" from now on because that is what big kids say, only little kids and babies say, "Mommy". I may have shed a small tear upon hearing that. <br />
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For documentation purposes, he lost his first tooth at the beginning of September. His second tooth will be lost shortly! He tells everyone and I mean everyone (grocery store clerk, waitress, random person on a walk by our house, etc) about his missing tooth. It's a big deal, ya'll!</div>
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5. Seeing that it is just about Christmas as Target and Kohls and Michaels and everywhere, I thought I would let you know that these are the two best (aka <b><i>most played with</i></b>) presents Santa has ever brought our kids...<br />
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1. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Magna-Tiles-Clear-Colors-100-Piece/dp/B000CBSNRY/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1381951890&sr=1-1&keywords=magna+tiles" target="_blank">Magna-Tiles</a></div>
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Yep, still going strong now for almost 12 months! Seriously..they are played with almost every.single.day.</div>
<br />Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04013366127794015534noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4040178146612184355.post-11840259184378174492013-10-15T20:03:00.001-07:002013-10-15T20:03:34.772-07:00My Fall Mantel <br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Just last week, I finally spruced up my mantel for Fall. I used <a href="http://myblessedlife.net/2013/09/fall-mantel-decor.html" target="_blank">this mantel </a>as my inspiration and I followed <a href="http://myblessedlife.net/2013/09/peacock-gold-wreath.html" target="_blank">this tutorial</a> to make my peacock and gold wreath. As for everything else, either I had it laying around or it was purchased at Pier 1 or Home Goods. As you can see, I'm really digg'n gold lately. I love it! I am now trying to find ways to use it all over my house, my wardrobe and maybe even Addy's wardrobe. Anyway, the "Happy Fall" banner, I found at Target in the scrapbooking/crafting aisle. It is actually a Happy Halloween kit that I changed up after I spotted that was just what a blogger had done <a href="http://www.athoughtfulplaceblog.com/2013/09/fall-mantel-touch-of-gold.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+athoughtfulplaceblog%2FUuWU+%28A+Thoughtful+Place%29" target="_blank">here.</a> So brilliant! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The combination of Gold, Silver, Green, Black and White</span> = "Ohhh....Ahhhh!"</div>
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We also did a little weekend project called Planking the Mantel. I love it so! We desperately needed to do something to break up the <i>builder beige</i>. It's everywhere!! And I think it was a good first step...now, what else can we plank?</div>
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Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04013366127794015534noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4040178146612184355.post-29800088638183985722013-10-04T12:42:00.004-07:002013-10-05T04:47:00.841-07:00Friday Things1. I may have lost cool yesterday morning. The fighting between two<i> I-won't-name-names- brother</i>s
had reached an all time high and I couldn't take it one more second.
I'm still processing how I handled it because there may have been a small amount of yelling
on my part, which of course, I feel horrible about now. My other healthy-awesome mom tactics were no longer working. I did
read <a href="http://rachelmariemartin.blogspot.com/2013/10/to-tired-mother.html">this </a>today and it made me feel a little better. Please..someone..anyone...tell me that you have these moments.<br />
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I do love these little munchkins!</div>
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2. We invested in the <a href="http://www.target.com/p/nutribullet-by-magic-bullet/-/A-13969043#prodSlot=medium_1_1&term=magic+bullet">Nutribullet</a>
last weekend after a raving recommendation from Pat's sister that it is the "greatest item she has ever
purchased at Target". Well, I find awesome goodies at Target with every
visit, which is practically everyday. My <a href="http://www.target.com/sb/flats-women-s-shoes/ballet-flats/-/N-5xtcxZ55ygy#?lnk=Grid_WmnFlat_0303_X0Y0W4%7CX0Y0W4%7CT:WmnFlat_0303%7CC:&intc=952075%7Cnull">collection of ballet flats</a> could attest to that! So, I was slightly skeptical plus we have a <strike>cheapest version out there </strike>juicer
already. Well my friends, she was right! The Nutribullet is ah-mazing!
All of us, including the kids, have really gotten into making juices and
smoothies almost everyday. This <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/suzynico/nutribullet-fun/">Nurtibullet Fun</a> Pinterest page has helped us be creative. Goodbye Juicer and your loud, messy, have to buy bulk produce at Costco ways...Hello Nurtibullet.<br />
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3. I haven't been one to wear a lot of animal prints. I have <a href="http://www.target.com/p/merona-reg-leopard-print-skinny-belt-brown/-/A-14583361#prodSlot=large_1_17">this </a>and <a href="http://www.target.com/p/women-s-mossimo-supply-co-ona-side-scrunch-ballet-flat-animal-print/-/A-14476775#prodSlot=large_1_22">these</a> which I actually love wearing, but anything more (aka bigger...aka covers one half of my body) scares me. Only because I'm never sure if I'm wearing animal print right or if I'm a correct age to even be wearing it. Well, I found this <a href="http://www.loft.com/animal-jacquard-print-cotton-sweatshirt/312474?colorExplode=false&skuId=14629099&catid=catl000011&productPageType=fullPriceProducts&defaultColor=6487">super cute leopard printed sweatshirt</a> from the Loft at their 40% off sale two weeks ago and I decided to give it a chance. I'm in love. I have it on right now and I may have worn it yesterday as well. Psst..they are having a 40% sale today and tomorrow. I may have just gone to buy <a href="http://www.loft.com/lace-front-cotton-top/306546?colorExplode=false&skuId=14626012&catid=catl000011&productPageType=fullPriceProducts&defaultColor=9092" target="_blank">this</a>..in a couple colors. <br />
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4. Jack and I have read two great chapter books recently. The first was <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Three-Tales-My-Fathers-Dragon/dp/0679889116/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1380829445&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=three+takes+of+my+fathers+dragon">Three Tales of My Father's Dragon </a>, which was a great story of adventure and perfect for his age. The second, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Only-Ivan-Katherine-Applegate/dp/0061992259/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1380829408&sr=8-1&keywords=The+one+and+only+ivan">The One and Only Ivan</a>,
was a wonderful story filled with heart and lessons that made
us laugh and cry (that was me..cried big tears that Jack wiped away for
me). It may have been a bit big for Jack, but we talked a lot about each
chapter as we read. What next? After a field trip to <a href="http://www.rchs.com/gbbsfm2.htm">Gibbs Farm</a> this past Monday, I decided it is time for <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Little-House-Prairie-No/dp/0064400026/ref=wp_bs_4_B00CJL4DYW_paperback">Little House on the Prairie</a> and I got the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Boxcar-Children-No-Mysteries/dp/0807508527/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1380830310&sr=1-1&keywords=boxcar+children">Boxcar Children</a> next in line.<br />
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That is a skunk on his head..he was pumped!</div>
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5. I have <a href="http://iowagirleats.com/2013/09/30/chipotle-turkey-chili-with-apples/" target="_blank">Iowa Girl Eats Chipolte Turkey Chili with Apples</a> simmering as I type. It smells delicious! I also made her <a href="http://iowagirleats.com/2013/09/25/pulled-pork-taquitos-with-chipotle-ranch-dipping-sauce-crock-pot-recipe/" target="_blank">Pulled Pork Taquitos with Chipolte-Ranch Dipping Sauce (Crockpot for the win!) </a>last weekend..awesome! Even my kids loved them (Two helpings for the win!).<br />
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6. And while I'm on food...I crave a couple meatless dinners every week. The past two Mondays, we have deemed <i>Meatless Monday</i> and I have made the exact same meal because it is soooo darn good that I could probably eat it everyday...for lunch and dinner.<br />
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I put Dave's Gourmet Butternut Squash pasta sauce (Super Target) over gnocchi with a bunch of roasted vegetables (onion, sweet peppers, asparagus, etc) and Parmesan cheese. It is ah-mazing! I need to figure out a way to replicate it here in my own kitchen because it is a smidge expensive to be having for lunch and dinner everyday. <br />
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7. This girlie would eat <i>only</i> dill pickles, cheese, eggs, popcorn and avocados if it were up to her. She stands at the fridge, begging me to open it for "peekles and cados". <br />
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8. Here's a little sneak peak at the bookshelf/future dollhouse we repurposed for Addy.<br />
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<br />Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04013366127794015534noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4040178146612184355.post-58666868767449898032013-09-14T13:45:00.002-07:002013-09-14T13:45:37.851-07:00I call this a "Look Back".<br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I thought I would take a look back at the first and last days of school pictures. I cannot believe how fast these years have gone by! As I pulled up all these photos, all I could think about was the quote, <b>"The days are long, but the years are short."</b> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Being a stay-at-home mom, there are days that sometimes do seem long and hard and frustrating, but then there are those other days that are rewarding and bring pure joy and happiness. As my kids get older, I feel as though we have more good days than the hard ones. I had a really hard time with Jack starting first grade this year. I was so sad and emotional about the whole thing while he was beyond excited and happy about it. He's getting so big and he's yearning for a little more freedom and independence. While this momma bird needs to let him go out and fly his wings, I still want to wrap my wings around him and keep him small a little longer. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">And Owen..how is he in his last year of preschool? How? I can't even imagine him being in Kindergarten next year. I will be a mess about that for sure. He loves preschool and wants to go everyday. He is making new friends and having new experiences that are special just for him. He so needed his own space to just be Owen and not Jack's little brother. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Now for Adelyn..wasn't she just my newborn baby? She is working her way to full-blown toddler status. She is talking like crazy and wanting to try/eat everything she sees <strike>us</strike> her brothers doing/eating. Slow down girlie ;) </span></span></div>
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Adelyn at 17 months old!</div>
Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04013366127794015534noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4040178146612184355.post-16392748841475904532013-07-19T05:15:00.001-07:002013-07-22T12:24:13.338-07:00It's a hot one.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's been hot here this week so we have been hitting the beach or pool everyday. I love to go in the afternoon because that is when the kids (my non-napper boys) are squirley and they need to burn off that extra energy before dinner. We have fun swimming and building sand castles for a couple hours. Then we head home for showers, jammies and dinner. Everyone (including me) just seems more at ease, relaxed and ready to wind down the day. Oh and Addy, she loves the water and sand. She crawls into the water until it is up to her face and I have to pull her back to shore. She then goes right back out for more. After the long winter we had, I am loving these nights swimming as a family. </div>
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<br />Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04013366127794015534noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4040178146612184355.post-71153831776719483702013-07-17T12:53:00.004-07:002013-07-17T12:53:53.242-07:00A good place to start...<div style="text-align: center;">
is a Miss Adelyn recap of months 10-13. <br />
<span style="font-size: xx-small;">(because I have had this in progress for about 3 months)</span><br />
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Addy had her 1 year professional pictures taken just as she was turning 13 months old. We had to reschedule this session about 3 times due to the longest winter ever/rain/cold/yuck. When the day finally came for these pictures, it turned out to be an absolutely beautiful day and Addy was totally into having her picture taken. Win-Win. These pictures were taken by <a href="http://journeyphotomn.com/" target="_blank">Chris and Kristy of Journey Photography</a> and I think they did a fabulous job!<br />
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Addy had no idea what to do with this massive cupcake. She kept trying to tip the glass plate over until I scooped a little of the frosting onto my finger for her to taste. Then she realized the <i>yumminess</i> she had right in front of her and she didn't hold back. <br />
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It was Olympic Day at gymnastics this morning. At the end, each of the kiddos got to come out and perform a forward or backward roll and then receive a gold medal. Owen did a modified backward roll and then very proudly received his medal. He wore it all day and then even fell asleep wearing it.</div>
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He also got a haircut today. He begged for a buzz cut while I just wanted a trim. We compromised and got it cut real short. He was happy and I was happy. Win-Win. This Momma is just not quite ready to party with his luscious locks.</div>
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I cannot believe that my Addy is officially a big girl one year-old today!! </div>
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We hightailed it outside after dinner so we could play, swing and explore our backyard. It's been too long Mother Nature...too long! I dusted off my camera and took some pictures. It felt so good, I might have to do it more now that the weather looks to be getting nicer..I so hope!</div>
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We spent the last week in Sandestin, Florida. It was our first time to this part of Florida and we chose it based on some really great things some of our friends and family had told us about the area. Well they were so right and we had an absolutely wonderful time. I truly could go on and on about how much fun we had and how much there is to do there for families. Let's just say we are already talking about going back next year and I will let the pictures do the talking!</div>
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We packed up the car on Sunday morning and headed out on a five hour drive down to the Milwaukee area to visit cousins, aunts and uncles. Pat stayed back as he had to work but we brought Grandma GiGi along for the fun <span style="font-size: x-small;">(er..challenge)</span>! </div>
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The kids did so great in the car. I generally like to keep my expectations low while hoping for the best when traveling with my three kiddos. But they truly did surprisingly well. My secret weapons on this trip were Legos, pads of paper/markers, Super Hero books, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Poppins-Two-Disc-Anniversary-Special-Edition/dp/B001JRB16U/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1363409140&sr=8-2&keywords=mary+poppins">a new movie</a> and food. All of which I truly kept secret until we were in the car driving toward Milwaukee. I bought each of the boys a new small set of Legos which I put in plastic containers. They could work on these while keeping all of the tiny pieces contained. Jack and Owen loved this. Next time though, I might pull them out when I'm desperate to get through the last leg of a trip. They both chose to work on their Legos immediately and so they only lasted about an hour. </div>
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Anyway, we made it to our destination without too many stops. The kids were thrilled to play with their cousins for two days. The boys were so tired at the end of each day. One night at 7:00 pm, Owen announced, "I'm going to bed" and he proceeded to get himself completely ready for bed <i>on his very own</i>, including rubbing Vapo-rub (a little too think) on his chest (he has an icky cough). The next night while my mom was reading to the boys, Jack told her that she could keep reading, but he was going to sleep. These little stories just make me laugh as they most definitely do not happen in our regular everyday life. Looking back through my pictures, I realize I didn't take any with my big camera while we were there. Ahh, this is the beauty of the iPhone as I did take <a href="http://myers365.blogspot.com/2013/03/a-mini-spring-break-getaway.html">some pictures. </a></div>
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A few days before we left, I proposed to my mom that we have an overnight at the <a href="http://www.kalahariresorts.com/wi/">Kalahari</a> in the Wisconsin Dells on the way home from Milwaukee. She was on board and so we planned another little secret for the boys. It just so worked out that Pat could rearrange a few things at work so that he could come down and meet us <span style="font-size: x-small;">(with a raging head cold and all)</span>. The boys were so pumped when we pulled up to the Kalahari and they were even more excited when they saw their dad. This waterpark/resort is so huge that we truly only scratched the surface<span style="font-size: x-small;"> (waterslides, arcade, go-karts, bowling, animals)</span> in the 24 hours we were there. But, we had such a blast in the time that we had. We will definitely be going back in the future. As I look back at my pictures, I realize I'm not in any of them. It must be that four month long winter glow that I'm rocking that kept me from stepping in front of the camera. Such a bad excuse and <a href="http://myersthree.blogspot.com/2012/11/in-picture.html">so not what I preach</a> to myself. </div>
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The waterpark has a ride called Flowrider, which is a surfing/boogie boarding simulator. Owen wanted to give it a try from the moment he laid his eyes on it. He is my brave/willing to try anything/almost no fear child. Jack immediately said, "No thank you!". He is my cautious/thinker/slightly fearful of new experiences child. We were just about to call it a trip when we decided we couldn't leave without giving this thing a try. Owen went right up to the head of the line with Pat while Jack stayed back to ponder his decision with a finger tap to the chin. Well after about two minutes of that, Jack decided he was going to give it a whirl as well. One word...proud. </div>
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<br />Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04013366127794015534noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4040178146612184355.post-57680047883987541042013-03-13T20:19:00.000-07:002013-03-13T20:19:02.394-07:00We just got back...<div style="text-align: center;">
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We road tripped it down to Milwaukee to see family for a couple days and on the way back we made an overnight pit-stop in the Wisconsin Dells. </div>
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We had lots of fun and now I have lots of unpacking and laundry to take care of.</div>
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<br />Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04013366127794015534noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4040178146612184355.post-64330461662176443482013-03-06T21:13:00.002-08:002013-03-07T04:52:49.588-08:00Adelyn: 9 months old<div style="text-align: center;">
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Addy turned 9 months old a few weeks ago. She is truly such a joy to have in our lives. She lights up with this huge, toothly smile and giggles when we (especially, Jack and Owen) talk to her. She babbles and babbles and babbles. Her most consistent words right now are BaBa, Bay-Bee and Puup-ee. I've been working real hard on getting her to say, Mommy, but no such luck.<br />
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She has five teeth and the sixth one has been breaking through for about four weeks now (not fun!). Addy had her first little winter bug this month. She had a terribly high fever that made her miserable for three days (not fun either!). She discovered that she has a tongue and has been having fun learning all the tricks it can do.<br />
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Addy wants to be on the move constantly. She doesn't care much for her toys as she would much rather be crawling, standing up at a chair/leg/table/counter/brother/dad or climbing the stairs. <i>Oi! </i>She loves to eat real people food, she wants the good stuff. Cheese, raspberries, blueberries, eggs, broccoli, and avocado are some of her favs. She is on her way to becoming a good sleeper, but she is still waking up at least once per night. She must be a hungry little gal because she downs an entire bottle at that waking. <br />
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I can't believe Adelyn is as old as how many months it took for her to grow in my belly. These past nine months have just flown by!</div>
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<i>Amour</i><br />
<i><strike>Argo</strike></i><br />
<i><strike>Beasts of the Southern Wild</strike></i><br />
<i>Django Unchained</i><br />
<i><strike>Les Miserables</strike></i><br />
<i>Life of Pi</i><br />
<i><strike>Lincoln</strike></i><br />
<i>Silver Linings Playbook</i><br />
<i>Zero Dark Thirty </i><br />
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My favorite amongst those movies that I have seen was <i>Les Miserables</i> (minus Russell Crowe). I loved it and cried like a baby for most of the 2 hours and 30 minutes. I think <i>The Impossible</i> should totally have been nominated. I loved that movie and cried like a baby for the whole 2 hours and 30 minutes as well. <br />
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6. I also recently discovered <a href="http://www.caravanshoppe.com/">Caravan Shoppe</a> (thanks Michelle!). Lots of good stuff can be found there!! My new favorite is the <a href="http://www.caravanshoppe.com/product/ride-along-bicycle-poster/">Bicycle Poster.</a> I'm thinking Jack might agree to it for his room. Too cute!<br />
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7. Addy's cheeks keep getting rosy red and dry. It really bothers her as I'm sure they hurt. She screams when we try to clean her face or wipe her nose..like really screams. We need spring! <br />
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Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04013366127794015534noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4040178146612184355.post-63857370274676915542013-02-15T20:39:00.000-08:002013-02-15T20:39:47.862-08:00Brave.<br />
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Owen slowly got sick with each passing day this week. I knew it was becoming something significant yesterday when he had a high fever, his voice sounded muffled and he refused to eat all day. Then this morning, he woke up feeling worse and actually got sick a few times. So, it was off to the doctor we went. I explained to him on the drive over that the doctor would need to look in his throat and maybe even take a quick swab. I told him that I knew he could handle it because he is four years old now <span style="font-size: x-small;">(I'm always trying to work that in)</span>. And from the back seat with a slightly trembling voice, I heard him say...</div>
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<i>"Mommy, I am going to be just like Stuffy from Doc McStuffins. He is the dragon and he is always trying to be real brave. So, I will be brave just like him".</i></div>
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And you know what, he was SO brave! Owen sat on my lap and as he quietly wiped away his tears, he told the nurse he was going to be brave like Stuffy and he left her swab his throat with zero drama. I could not have been more proud of him. </div>
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Sure enough, he has Strep Throat and after a couple doses of his antibiotic, he is already starting to feel much better. </div>
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My heart is overflowing with with love for these three munchkins and their dad!</div>
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Me: <i>What is the magic word please?</i></div>
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Owen: <i>Abracadabra!</i> </div>
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Owen: <i>Grandma GiGi, I love you so much that I am going to eat you all up.</i><br />
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Owen's preschool has a curb-side drop-off/pick-up. Well, the little boy in the car ahead of us had to be gently pulled out by the teacher as he was crying and hesitating going into to school.<br />
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Well yes, Addy has turned 7 months old and then 8 months old over the past two months. I always take the pictures relatively close to the actual day, but I have been a bit behind on the blogging part. Now if I were really at the top of my game, I also would have written down all of her little monthly milestones somewhere...anywhere. But, I am so not at the top of my game, so sadly (sorry Addy) I have not. A few big things have happened for her though....</div>
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Poor babe, lately her nose is constantly running and her mouth is constantly drooling. And here, the night prior, she scraped her face with one of her fingernails. Life of a babe ;)</div>
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after months of trying to establish a morning routine with Jack, it's January and we are finally there. Jack has a list of about 5 or 6 things he needs to do before he leaves for school. He knows what they are and rarely needs heavy reminders. One of his <i>to-do's</i> is to make his bed, which he had gotten really good at. Makes me proud!</div>
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Jack and Owen are taking ice skating lessons. Living in Minnesota <span style="font-size: x-small;">(hockey central)</span>, it's a must that they know how to ice skate.
Plus, it's just a really fun winter activity. Pat and I had been
talking constantly about taking them or getting them into lessons and
then Jack came home from school one day with the news that they would be
ice skating in Phy. Ed. That was the <i>kick in the pants</i> we needed
to get Jack and Owen started. The very next day, Pat took them to a
second hand sports store for ice skates and helmets and we went to open
skate that night. One week later, they both began lessons. <br />
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is super fun, but in the beginning it can be frustrating. Oh and the
falls...so many falls in the beginning...ouch! I didn't want them to lose confidence too quickly and want to give up. Well, one of my munchkins tends to let that happen to him when trying out new things while the other is very much the opposite. <br />
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keep-on-a-going! And there have been no tears...zero. But most importantly, they both are truly having fun while they ice skate! That's the best.</div>
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I am one proud Momma!</div>
Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04013366127794015534noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4040178146612184355.post-47529448765741525542013-01-13T20:16:00.001-08:002013-01-13T20:16:18.665-08:00So much catching up to do...<div style="text-align: center;">
A lot has happened in the past 1.5 months. Holidays, birthdays, trips, projects, new teeth and so many other little, everyday things. I went through some of my pictures tonight and these three made me smile! </div>
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