(Does anyone RECOGNIZE this shirt???)
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Summer Fun
My first official day of summer vacation included a dental visit (yuck), a trip to the grocery store, and allergy shots. And the allergy shots left me down and out for the rest of the day. I sneezed no less than 43 times and was in bed by 8:00. I was miserable. Even as I type this, more than 24 hours later, I have a red snot box, itchy eyes, and fat, swollen arms. And as miserable as these shots are, they are 1,578 times better than the alternative. The trade off of three painfully miserable days is up to SIX WEEKS of allergy-free bliss. I will take it.
Black and white photos hide red noses.
So, in my eyes, Summer Vacation really began today. And, we rejoiced with the summer weather. Finally. We celebrated Ryan's second Father's Day at the Original Pancake House with banana pancakes and blueberry pancakes. YUMMM! A certain Missy Moo really loved then.
After nap number one we took Ella to the park, where she swung on swings, tottered on the see-saw, and ran around the sprinkler fountain. And to really celebrate the summer love, we indulged ourselves ice cream. Missy Moo quite enjoyed the sweet treat; she certainly has her mother's sweet tooth.
To top off the day, we ate dinner outside for the first time in our new house. I swear since we have purchased the patio set, the weather has been March-like.
So my summer vacation has just begin, but I am already diving in head first. Dinner was delicious.... and made by me!
Black and white photos hide red noses.
So, in my eyes, Summer Vacation really began today. And, we rejoiced with the summer weather. Finally. We celebrated Ryan's second Father's Day at the Original Pancake House with banana pancakes and blueberry pancakes. YUMMM! A certain Missy Moo really loved then.
After nap number one we took Ella to the park, where she swung on swings, tottered on the see-saw, and ran around the sprinkler fountain. And to really celebrate the summer love, we indulged ourselves ice cream. Missy Moo quite enjoyed the sweet treat; she certainly has her mother's sweet tooth.
To top off the day, we ate dinner outside for the first time in our new house. I swear since we have purchased the patio set, the weather has been March-like.
So my summer vacation has just begin, but I am already diving in head first. Dinner was delicious.... and made by me!
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Happy Father's Day!
Daddy, thank you for loving me with all you have.
Daddy, thank you for comforting me when I need it.
Daddy, thank you for starting family traditions.
Daddy, thank you for passing on your good looks.
Daddy, thank you for being Mr. Mom when Mommy is at work.
Daddy, I love you to the moon and back.
XOXOX,
Ella
Daddy, thank you for comforting me when I need it.
Daddy, thank you for starting family traditions.
Daddy, thank you for passing on your good looks.
Daddy, thank you for being Mr. Mom when Mommy is at work.
Daddy, I love you to the moon and back.
XOXOX,
Ella
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Ella's New Discovery
Ella has discovered that her finger fits perfectly into her nostril.
Between playing in her nose and taking off her diaper, I am sure life is going to get pretty interesting around here.
Let the fun begin!
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Summer To DO List....
The countdown is officially on! Well, to be honest with you, the countdown has been on for a long time, but now we are down to only F-O-U-R more days of school until SUMMER VACATION! And I am stoked. Students don't realize that teachers are just as excited, if not more excited about vacation than they are, this teacher especially.
With summer vacation lurking around the corner, I thought we should make a to-do list. After all, we want to make the most ofsummer!
1. Pick strawberries.
2. Use the strawberries to make jam.
3. Take early morning walk(s)
4. Play barefoot outside
5. Be a regular at the ZOO
6. Blow bubbles with Ella
7. Find the best Farmer's Market
8. Hike at least 4 new- to- us trails
9. Go on a picnic
10. Attend at least one music in the park event
11. Make s'mores on the beach
12. Take Ella on the train at Seaside
13. Walk the water loop downtown
14. Take Ella to the wading pool at the park
15. Drink sangria at happy hour
16. Find my cooking groove
17. Run for fun... (will this ever happen)
18. Go out for ice cream
19. Take Ella to Friendly's
20. Enjoy the sounds of the crickets
21. Cook out
22. Visit OAKS Park
PHEW! We have a lot to do this summer and I can't wait!
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Sunday ... Funday
Hi, readers! I am BAACK in action! I have missed you all.
4,387 Kisses and 12,875 Hugs,
Ella
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Lucky Girl
The hubs and I joke around that Ella has the best rooms in the house. We joke about it, but it really is true. Check out her bathroom.
Today was Uncle Brett's graduation barbeque. To kill time before the picnic, I played outside in my playhouse that grandma and grandpa gave me. Mommy wants you to notice how clean and cute I look in these two pictures.
AT PICNIC
This is what I looked like five minutes after arriving at the picnic. You can tell that I had a great time. I explored and played my heart out. And as you know, it is just IMPOSSIBLE to stay clean at a park! Duh, Mom!
AFTER PICNIC:
You can't tell here, but my moosh is a mess! I have dirt from head to toe, but that is okay; that's what baths are for!
We're BAAAAACK!
This was the week that technology failed us. First the camera kicked the bucket and then the GPS called it quits. After doing my best to self-diagnose our camera woes, calling CANON tech support, and trying the good 'ol turn on, turn off method, we decided to just go ahead and purchase a new camera. Stinky. I hated spending money on another camera when what I really want is a fancy-pants camera. But, with a cute little Missy Moo, one cannot be without a camera for long. We were left with no choice.
As for the GPS, I WILL and I mean, I WILL get that sucka to work properly again.
As for the GPS, I WILL and I mean, I WILL get that sucka to work properly again.
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Dear Camera
Dear Camera,
You suck. This is like the bazillionith time that you have failed us. For some reason you have decided to be unreliable and disagreeable. Who ever heard of a camera not snapping pictures when prompted? It is YOUR JOB and lately you suck at it! Well, let me tell you, the day is coming. Soon you will be upgraded because I no longer love you...
Fondly,
One mad momma
You suck. This is like the bazillionith time that you have failed us. For some reason you have decided to be unreliable and disagreeable. Who ever heard of a camera not snapping pictures when prompted? It is YOUR JOB and lately you suck at it! Well, let me tell you, the day is coming. Soon you will be upgraded because I no longer love you...
Fondly,
One mad momma
Sunday, June 6, 2010
We Are In TROUBLE
Setting: 7:36 pm Sunday night, Ella's room. Missy Moo was put to bed at 6:30 and never went down. Instead cried, whined, and mostly played during that time.
"Ella, you goofy girl. It is time for bed. You are supposed to be asleep."
Ella stares blankly.
"Lay down and go night-night," I say as I gently point my finger at her.
"Hjdghughjdfgns," says Ella as she points HER finger at ME.
"No, YOU lie down and go night-night," I repeat.
In a perfect mocking and sing-song tone, Ella once again points and shakes her finger at me while communicating her message.
Geesh! We are in for it!
"Ella, you goofy girl. It is time for bed. You are supposed to be asleep."
Ella stares blankly.
"Lay down and go night-night," I say as I gently point my finger at her.
"Hjdghughjdfgns," says Ella as she points HER finger at ME.
"No, YOU lie down and go night-night," I repeat.
In a perfect mocking and sing-song tone, Ella once again points and shakes her finger at me while communicating her message.
Geesh! We are in for it!
Saturday, June 5, 2010
Finally... SUN
Today the sun gods listened. They came through in the best possible way and provide us with the PERFECT summer day, and since it has rained an entire month straight, we enjoyed EVERY. SINGLE. MINUTE of it.
We started our Saturday like every other Saturday, enjoying a lazy morning in our pajamas. We listened to music and danced to our own beat. We read books, emptied to toy box, and relished in the fact that the whole day was ahead of us.
After nap and a shower, we went for a walk along the river. Our mission was to feed the ducks, but the ducks were off enjoying the sun. Instead we took a quick spin on the swings and laughed out loud at the kiddies who were weaving their way through the playground equipment.
After lunch Ella took a spin in her hot set of wheels. Man, she loves her ride! In fact, I am positive I heard her say, " Check out my new ride. It has power steering, anti-lock brakes, and automatic locks. Most importantly it is fuel-efficient and I look good in it!"
We started our Saturday like every other Saturday, enjoying a lazy morning in our pajamas. We listened to music and danced to our own beat. We read books, emptied to toy box, and relished in the fact that the whole day was ahead of us.
After nap and a shower, we went for a walk along the river. Our mission was to feed the ducks, but the ducks were off enjoying the sun. Instead we took a quick spin on the swings and laughed out loud at the kiddies who were weaving their way through the playground equipment.
After lunch Ella took a spin in her hot set of wheels. Man, she loves her ride! In fact, I am positive I heard her say, " Check out my new ride. It has power steering, anti-lock brakes, and automatic locks. Most importantly it is fuel-efficient and I look good in it!"
Thursday, June 3, 2010
One Year Ago...
Ella was a wee itty- bitty thing. Well, in terms of Ella. Look at what a cuddle bug she was and check out her feet. Oh, sweet baby feet just can melt my heart!
Monday, May 31, 2010
Balloon... Day 9
First thing first, FIND MY BALLOON!
Got it. Now I can start my day.
Books are better with a balloon in hand.
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Ahhh... Sundays
G'DAY peeps, it is me, Ella.
I have SO much to tell you about. Uncle Jonathan and Joanna are here on HOLIDAY visiting me from O.S. It has been GREAT FUN having so much attention. And they brought me the best PRESSIES. I love my new PLAYBOOK and RHYME BOOK. They also brought me very cute SWIMMERS. These BATHERS will protect me from the sun. I can't wait to wear them. Joanna also brought my mommy some Australian wine. And as you know, my Mommy likes her wine! Most importantly, she brought some TIM TAMS, and mommy let me have the littlest bite.
This book is so cool. It has all these fun textures to touch and flaps to lift.
My new suit looks similar to this, except it is a two piece.
Mommy said she won't let me have anymore. I am going to try and change her mind.
I never eat so well as when we have company. On Saturday Daddy brought bagels for BREKKIE and special schmear because we have guests. Then we went out for lunch. And for dinner last night Uncle Jonathan used the BARBIE to make dinner.
Besides eating well, we have been doing a lot of shopping. We went to the outdoor mall and Joanna bought some LIPPY and eyeshadow at the MAC store. Mommy introduced Joanna to Crate & Barrel, Nordstroms, J.Crew, Banana Republic, and Pottery Barn. It was A REAL BLAST.
And that my MATES was my weeknd!
A 1,435 hugs,
ELLA
I have SO much to tell you about. Uncle Jonathan and Joanna are here on HOLIDAY visiting me from O.S. It has been GREAT FUN having so much attention. And they brought me the best PRESSIES. I love my new PLAYBOOK and RHYME BOOK. They also brought me very cute SWIMMERS. These BATHERS will protect me from the sun. I can't wait to wear them. Joanna also brought my mommy some Australian wine. And as you know, my Mommy likes her wine! Most importantly, she brought some TIM TAMS, and mommy let me have the littlest bite.
This book is so cool. It has all these fun textures to touch and flaps to lift.
My new suit looks similar to this, except it is a two piece.
Mommy said she won't let me have anymore. I am going to try and change her mind.
I never eat so well as when we have company. On Saturday Daddy brought bagels for BREKKIE and special schmear because we have guests. Then we went out for lunch. And for dinner last night Uncle Jonathan used the BARBIE to make dinner.
Besides eating well, we have been doing a lot of shopping. We went to the outdoor mall and Joanna bought some LIPPY and eyeshadow at the MAC store. Mommy introduced Joanna to Crate & Barrel, Nordstroms, J.Crew, Banana Republic, and Pottery Barn. It was A REAL BLAST.
And that my MATES was my weeknd!
A 1,435 hugs,
ELLA
Saturday, May 29, 2010
It Is Going to be a Good Day... According to Ella
I like to eat holding my birthday balloons.
I like to crawl with my birthday balloons.
Walking with my balloons is the best.
This is how I greeted Uncle Jonathan and Joanna for the first time. I had a balloon in each hand and would not let them go!
Today is going to be a good day.
I know this because:
~ I have FOUR people to admire instead of just my mommy.
~ I had a bagel with mango cream cheese for breakfast with my yogurt
~ my birthday balloons are STILL filled with helium and they are my favorite. I carry them everywhere.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Month By Month
What a difference a year makes! Check out how much Ella has changed during her first year; it amazes me.
ONE MONTH~ June 24, 2009
TWO MONTHS~ July 24, 2009
THREE MONTHS~ August 24, 2009
FOUR MONTHS~ September 24, 2009
FIVE MONTHS~ October 24, 2009
SIX MONTHS~ November 24, 2009
SEVEN MONTHS~ December 24, 2009
EIGHT MONTHS~ January 24, 2010
NINE MONTHS~ February 24, 2010
TEN MONTHS~ March 24, 2010
ELEVEN MONTHS~ April 24, 2010
TWELVE MONTHS~ May 24, 2010
*** Apparently we dress Ella in a lot of PINK! ***
ONE MONTH~ June 24, 2009
TWO MONTHS~ July 24, 2009
THREE MONTHS~ August 24, 2009
FOUR MONTHS~ September 24, 2009
FIVE MONTHS~ October 24, 2009
SIX MONTHS~ November 24, 2009
SEVEN MONTHS~ December 24, 2009
EIGHT MONTHS~ January 24, 2010
NINE MONTHS~ February 24, 2010
TEN MONTHS~ March 24, 2010
ELEVEN MONTHS~ April 24, 2010
TWELVE MONTHS~ May 24, 2010
*** Apparently we dress Ella in a lot of PINK! ***
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
12 month Stats
The sucky thing about turning ONE is the shots ~ All FIVE of them.
Ella took the first THREE like a champ and then decided, "Screw being brave. I deserve to cry after three of these things."
So she did, but her tears faded away with the magical appearance of MUM-MUMS.
And well, my little girl is not so little.
Height: 2' 6.5" (90 percentile)
Weight: 23 lb 2 oz (81 percentile)
Head Circumference: 18.27" (85 percentile)
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