Sick Baby Girl

Adelyn isn't sick very often. She's never had an ear infection and she's only had a handful of fevers her whole life. So, when she does get sick, I probably worry about her too much. Anyway, I've been trying to get over to see Grandma, but I'll have to wait until my sweet bean feels better. Say a little prayer for her! :)

My Sweet Girl...

I'm terrible about waiting too long to add new pictures these days, but I'll never go too long. Because whenever I forget, my grandma emails me. :) Love you.

Crazy Girl :)

I have a lot to write about how funny Adelyn been lately, but it will have to wait until she's asleep and I have a free minute! :) Here are some pics of her smiling face.

Dandelions, she loves picking them.

Grandma Rosie - we love you!

Photos for Grandma Rosie

We're coming to see you soon, Grandma, but maybe this pictures will hold you until we can get there. Love you.

Still a Rookie

I realize that in many ways, I'm still trying to figure out this mothering thing -- how do I show love and discipline, how do I balance between fun time and learning time, how do I let go every once in a while and realize that she's okay if she's in the care of someone else, how do I ... I could go on and on. I think I'm doing an okay job and I know I'm putting my heart into the job. Most of all, I believe that God will lead me and guide me. That's really all I need to know.

I was reminding today though that I'm not a pro at this, yet. I was giving Adelyn a bath a bit ago and she stood up and leaned over the tub wall to hug me. I hugged her back and she said, "I love you, momma." I said, "I love you, too, Bean*." I'm always so touched when she initiates the I love yous. Then said for the first time, "I'll love you always." Again, I was so touched and appreciated her saying it. Then she said, "I need bubbles." So, I wonder, were the I love yous just to make sure I'd blow bubbles or were they genuine? A more experienced mom would likely have seen the request coming a mile away, but I was blindsided. For those wondering, of course I got the bubbles out...

*Adelyn has many nicknames - Sugar Bean, sugarbina, and Sweet Bean are my most frequently used nicknames for her. Sometimes I just call her Bean or Bina. She's started calling me Bina too, but she pronounces it beenan. Funny girl.

The picture is from our visit to the library last week. We have an awesome library and they have fun programs for kids of all ages. After the program, Adelyn decided to visit with the animals in the barn. This was right before she decided to try "to ride this piggy, mommy." I took a picture of her sitting on the pig, but decided not to post it incase it would cause the librarians to ban us from Toddler Doodlers. :)

This girl is growing so fast and getting so smart and funny. She's got a ton of spunk and personality. She melts my heart with each bright smile, and I'm blessed to be her beenan.

Funny!

The weather has been perfect today! Adelyn wanted to stay outside and I was starving, so I microwaved a pasta/broccoli dish. I took it outside to eat it while Adelyn was running around. She decided to have a few bites (she loves broccoli). When it was all gone, she told me "Momma, I want to drink that broccoli juice." I laughed, but she was serious, so there she goes!

And, here she afterwards, with pasta sauce on her forehead!

Other updates - Miss Adelyn speaks in complete sentences all the time now. I used to secretly worry about her verbal skills, but I think it was only because I was so used to her doing everything else early. Anyway, I had nothing to worry about - she talks up a storm now and says anything she wants. Seth has realized that even though "crap" doesn't seem like that bad of a word, it doesn't sound pretty coming from Adelyn. I have realized that even though "that stupid thing" doesn't seem that bad, that we can't have Adelyn running around calling things and especially other people stupid.

Enjoy the lovely weather! It has been gorgeous here!

Happy Memorial Day

I sincerely appreciate all those men and women that have sacrificed in so many ways to ensure that we all have freedom. In many countries, you cannot practice your own religion or make other decisions for yourself. Fortunately, here, we can. I exercise my own freedom frequently. I often make decisions that other people don't understand. God has also given us free will. This life is ours to live as we see fit. Taking the road less traveled usually isn't the popular choice (by definition), but I'm glad I am free to take it.