Sunday, August 30, 2009

Fun Summertime!


Madison had a blast hanging out with her friends on the boat yesterday. She is becoming one of the big kids - very cute but sad at the same time.
The kids miss each other now that we all changed day cares, it's cute to watch them with Madison.
My Dad came to visit today and Madison had fun playing with him at the park this morning.
Looking forward to Labor Day weekend!

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Madison update

Madison has another sinus infection. We got another round of antibiotics since they didn't knock it out the first time. Her nose is still VERY snotty, but at least her eyes are not matted shut this time. On a more positive note...Madison is learning more & more each day and is getting so smart.

*She eats with a fork instead of her hands now - last night we had spaghetti and she was shoveling it in with the fork!

*When you ask "How big is Madison?" or "How much does Mommy/Daddy love you", she raises her hands above her head. (Willie taught her that with "Daddy", but it works just as well with "Mommy" - thanks Willie!)

*She knows where our hamper is & will take things in there if asked. She will climb up on the step to our tub, open the hamper, throw in a sock or whatever piece of clothing you give her, and slam the lid shut. (She flinches b/c she knows there is going to be a loud slam - it's so cute!)

*She is learning which puzzle pieces go in which spot and is more interested in reading books. Especially books that have objects she knows & can point out. Ball, bird, puppy, duck, shoes, socks, blanket.

Monday, August 24, 2009

Madison is sick again...

I feel like this is the title of all my posts...Madison is sick again. She started with a runny nose yesterday morning & continued with a nasty wet cough as the day went on. Fever was 103 before bed last night. I would like to think it is another sinus infection, but she didn't have a fever with it the last time. I'm home with her this morning & will be calling the Dr's office when they open at 8:30. Hopefully we can get her in this morning.

Kelly & Logan weren't able to visit this weekend - hopefully we can schedule another visit before the year is over. I'm anxious to see Madison & Logan play together since they are only 3 months apart.

Madison had fun on Saturday before she got sick. Her friend Haley turned 3 and had a birthday party with a pony! It was a horse actually - much larger than a pony! I wasn't able to get a picture, but Madison did sit on the saddle for about 5 seconds. She didn't know what to think and quickly wanted down. Haley got a Barbie Jeep and Madison loved riding around in it. She chased that Jeep all over until she finally got a ride. She also enjoyed playing in the sand with the big kids :)



Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Trying to corral Madison to take a bath. She thought it was fun to run from me, then "help" me take all the sandwich bags out of the box.


















I have had several requests to update this blog. Time gets away from me in the evenings now that our schedule has changed. I have been slacking on the picture taking.
Madison is doing good with the new daycare. She had been crying when we dropped her off in the mornings, but that has stopped this week. She likes playing with all the kids her age & also likes the variety of food. Much better than when Mommy packed her lunch & sent the same thing every week! Madison was the victim of Nick (aka The Biter) today. Nick is a few weeks older than Madison and is known for biting other kids in the past. He got Madison good today - there are still teeth marks on her hand tonight.











We had Madsion's 15-month check-up this week. She weights 21lb, 5oz and is 30 1/2 inches tall. (50% for both). Her sinus infection has cleared and everything looks good. She had to get two shots and was not happy about either!

My friend Kelly & her 1 year old son Logan are coming from Colorado to stay with us this weekend. I'm looking forward to seeing an old friend while watching Logan & Madison spend the weekend together. I'm sure we'll have plenty of pictures to post next week.







First day of daycare with her backpack......















Being a VERY messy eater...she found that putting food in her hair is hilarious!





Tuesday, August 4, 2009

1st day of Daycare

Madison did great today (so did I, I only called to check on her once!)!! She played well with the other kids and took a 2 hour nap. I love that they give me a paper everyday with everything she ate, every wet/dirty diaper, how long she napped, etc. Her previous daycare was in-home with only a few kids so she didn't have this. I love it!!

Madison's bed time has moved up since she is getting up earlier now. We don't get home until later since we're carpooling again, so we had less time to spend with her this evening. Instead of my normal 3 hours, I only got 1 1/2 which included dinner and bath time. When we win the lottery, maybe I'll get to spend more time each day with her. Guess you need to play the lottery if you have a chance of winning :)

Monday, August 3, 2009

Last sick day at home...

Madison is doing 100% better. We went ahead and kept her home one more day just to be safe. She starts new daycare tomorrow, which I am a little nervous about. I'm sure she will do just fine with all the other kids her age and the different toys.


Madison is doing really well with learning new body parts. She knows her belly, arm, toes, eyes, nose and mouth. She also loves being outside. She will come get Willie or I by the finger & drag us the door. If we don't take her out, she throws a fit!




Where is your arm? Where is your nose?


Jordan watched Madison a few weeks ago while the adults were outside. Madison fell asleep with Jordan & Dalton rubbing her belly.