You can see how that worked out for me.
28 December 2010
Christmas Morn
I tried to get a nice photo of Daphne in front of the tree Christmas morning.
You can see how that worked out for me.
You can see how that worked out for me.
25 December 2010
24 December 2010
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Aside from the fact that my 2 year old has not been napping lately.
Even though she's been awaking in the night and wanting to party from the delicate hours of 2-4 A.M.
Despite acting as a mini tornado through the house, leaving wreckage wherever she goes...
She gives the best hugs.
And loves giving kisses under the mistletoe.
She's one of the snuggliest toddlers I know.
And when she asks "Mama play Duplos with Daphne?" she's almost impossible to say no to.
Same when she asks you to read a book.
She carries a tune remarkably well.
And loves listening to music.
She loves going to church and Bible study.
And singing Jesus Loves Me.
Be careful...she'll leave her mark on your heart, if you'll let her.
Happy birthday, sweet one.
Even though she's been awaking in the night and wanting to party from the delicate hours of 2-4 A.M.
Despite acting as a mini tornado through the house, leaving wreckage wherever she goes...
She gives the best hugs.
And loves giving kisses under the mistletoe.
She's one of the snuggliest toddlers I know.
And when she asks "Mama play Duplos with Daphne?" she's almost impossible to say no to.
Same when she asks you to read a book.
She carries a tune remarkably well.
And loves listening to music.
She loves going to church and Bible study.
And singing Jesus Loves Me.
Be careful...she'll leave her mark on your heart, if you'll let her.
Happy birthday, sweet one.
23 December 2010
We {Heart} Christmas Cards
It's definitely a Christmas favorite to receive piles of Christmas cards this time of year. I love each one.
But I admit I do not spend the same amount of time pouring over each and every photo like this little girl does. If you sent us a photo card this Christmas, I can guarantee we have spent more time than would seem normal pointing to and naming each person in each photo. And showing them to Lola. And showing them to her stuffed animals. And reading them books.
So just so you know, someone really, truly adores getting your cards.
But I admit I do not spend the same amount of time pouring over each and every photo like this little girl does. If you sent us a photo card this Christmas, I can guarantee we have spent more time than would seem normal pointing to and naming each person in each photo. And showing them to Lola. And showing them to her stuffed animals. And reading them books.
So just so you know, someone really, truly adores getting your cards.
22 December 2010
Izzy's Day
December 22, otherwise known as Izzy's Day at our house, is practically a national holiday as it is the only day a year David gets to go to Izzy's.
You may recall me sharing last year that when we tried to go out for our last dinner date before Daphne was born, there was so much snow that the only open restaurant we could find was Izzy's.
Before we left today for our 3rd annual Izzy's trip, David sat Daphne down to tell her the story of why we were going out to lunch. First he told her that he was going to eat so much his tummy would hurt and mommy was going to eat salad.
He knows me well.
Then he continued, "Daphne, two years ago..."
"Turtles?" She interrupted.
The story telling pretty much went downhill from there.
But Izzy's was a hit, with 'icey cream' being the #1 favorite food.
Happy Izzy's Day, from our house to yours.
You may recall me sharing last year that when we tried to go out for our last dinner date before Daphne was born, there was so much snow that the only open restaurant we could find was Izzy's.
Before we left today for our 3rd annual Izzy's trip, David sat Daphne down to tell her the story of why we were going out to lunch. First he told her that he was going to eat so much his tummy would hurt and mommy was going to eat salad.
He knows me well.
Then he continued, "Daphne, two years ago..."
"Turtles?" She interrupted.
The story telling pretty much went downhill from there.
But Izzy's was a hit, with 'icey cream' being the #1 favorite food.
Happy Izzy's Day, from our house to yours.
14 December 2010
Daphne Loves Santa
Just what you've been waiting for, Daphne and Santa, 2010:
The look on her face isn't much different than last year's, and when we first got near him she wrapped her arms around my neck with a strength I didn't know she had. I thought she was going to be afraid of him and not sit on his lap, but after a minute or two she settled right in and was having a great time. The fact that he gave her a candy cane may have had something to do with that.
This year I was brave and snuck in a few of my own photos, but for the record I did not see any signs telling me not to use my own camera. But still I was quick and didn't get the best angle to show off her super cute outfit, which I bought for $5 at H&M (for those of you who love it when I share how cheaply I was able to buy something...ahem, GAB).
So Santa was a hit this year, and Daphne has been asking all day today if we can go to 'Sinta's' house. She's also asking to drive around and look at Christmas lights. What have I been saying? Naturally Christmassy.
The look on her face isn't much different than last year's, and when we first got near him she wrapped her arms around my neck with a strength I didn't know she had. I thought she was going to be afraid of him and not sit on his lap, but after a minute or two she settled right in and was having a great time. The fact that he gave her a candy cane may have had something to do with that.
This year I was brave and snuck in a few of my own photos, but for the record I did not see any signs telling me not to use my own camera. But still I was quick and didn't get the best angle to show off her super cute outfit, which I bought for $5 at H&M (for those of you who love it when I share how cheaply I was able to buy something...ahem, GAB).
So Santa was a hit this year, and Daphne has been asking all day today if we can go to 'Sinta's' house. She's also asking to drive around and look at Christmas lights. What have I been saying? Naturally Christmassy.
11 December 2010
Where All Our Dreams Come True Part 2
While David and I aren't huge TV people, we do like watching movies and the occasional show on DVD. We're a bit behind technologically speaking; I think our cell phones were made in 1985 and it took us years to get wireless internet and a laptop. I couldn't work a TiVo if my life depended on it. I'm not even 100% sure what it is.
But David has been wanting a 'big' TV for the family room (AKA the 'man cave') for a long time. Our monthly budget allows us each some spending money, so David has been saving his pennies to be able to pay cash for a TV. (Dave Ramsey would be so proud.)
Thursday was the glorious day that our UPS man brought David his present.
David put in some movie about shooting as his first test of the TV's magnificence. As helicopters where flying across the screen strafing the ground below them, Daphne was laughing hysterically.
I've had visions of her and I having Anne of Green Gables marathons in the future, but what if she would rather watch shoot-em-up movies with her dad?? Not sure I can handle that.
But David has been wanting a 'big' TV for the family room (AKA the 'man cave') for a long time. Our monthly budget allows us each some spending money, so David has been saving his pennies to be able to pay cash for a TV. (Dave Ramsey would be so proud.)
Thursday was the glorious day that our UPS man brought David his present.
David put in some movie about shooting as his first test of the TV's magnificence. As helicopters where flying across the screen strafing the ground below them, Daphne was laughing hysterically.
I've had visions of her and I having Anne of Green Gables marathons in the future, but what if she would rather watch shoot-em-up movies with her dad?? Not sure I can handle that.
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