Friday, July 17, 2009
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
The Waiting Game!
I had my interview yesterday and should hear back from the district by Friday. So now I wait. I hate waiting. I want to know so I can plan or not plan. I know Friday is not that far away and will be here before I know it. I will let you know what I find out.
I feel good about the lesson I taught. The kids were engaged and enjoyed playing and experimenting with the magnets. I think they truly enjoyed themselves and understood what I was talking about.
The interview was good. I answered to the best of my ability and even though I didn't remember one of the accroynms I fessed up and said so. I think they appreciated that instead of giving a bogus answer. They had lots of smiles and laughs throughout the interview so I am hoping that is good for me.
There was also a written portion which I think I did ok on.
They called one of my references so that is good. We will see what if anything comes of it. I really want this job. The school and principal seem great. They do a push-in model which is great for special education students.
Please pray that I get offered the full time position.
Evelyn all dressed up!
I feel good about the lesson I taught. The kids were engaged and enjoyed playing and experimenting with the magnets. I think they truly enjoyed themselves and understood what I was talking about.
The interview was good. I answered to the best of my ability and even though I didn't remember one of the accroynms I fessed up and said so. I think they appreciated that instead of giving a bogus answer. They had lots of smiles and laughs throughout the interview so I am hoping that is good for me.
There was also a written portion which I think I did ok on.
They called one of my references so that is good. We will see what if anything comes of it. I really want this job. The school and principal seem great. They do a push-in model which is great for special education students.
Please pray that I get offered the full time position.
Evelyn all dressed up!
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Weekend Pics!
This weekend I was home alone with the girls for the first time. Richard went 4x4ing with Keane and some friends on the Rubicon. It went pretty well. We saw a friend and her son yesterday and then went shopping with Lavon for an interview outfit. Bedtime was what I was dreading but they did great. I am tired but I survived. Enjoy the pictures.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Job Interview
I have a job interview on Tuesday at 8am for Buckeye Union School District. It is for Middle school special ed. position and I am excited for it. Please with me luck and pray that I get the position.
***Grandma I am glad everything went well. I was thinking about you all day and praying everything would turn out well.
***Grandma I am glad everything went well. I was thinking about you all day and praying everything would turn out well.
Monday, July 6, 2009
SURPRISE!!!!
That is what I got on Friday afternoon.
Richard had to work that day so I was home alone with the girls doing my normal stuff. I had just gotten off of the phone talking to Richard when Evelyn woke up and the doorbell rang. I went to the door and looked out the blinds to see 2 dark figures at my door. I decided I didn't like the way they looked so I closed the blinds and ignored them. They continued to ring the doorbell and knock so I was getting really scared. I even turned on the alarm and had the phone in my hand to call 9-1-1. My heart was racing and I was trying to keep the girls away from the door. Sandy was going crazy. It was soooo scary until I heard, "Mandy, it's mom!" The best words EVER.
My parents came up to surprise me for the weekend. I had a rough week last week and needed a hug and they came to give me one. It was great. My house was a mess but it didn't matter because they were here.
Evelyn lit up as soon as she saw them and was saying "Yaya, Papa" it was so cute. I called Richard back and told him that they were here and he was going to come home as soon as possible. It was such a great surprise.
Friday night we went to dinner at Cattlemen's. We haven't been there in about 1 1/2 years. It was so good and the girls did really well. It was nice to go out to dinner.
Saturday morning, my parents came over and we had breakfast. We got the girls ready and when Lavon got to the house walked over to watch our city parade. We had a good time and it didn't get too hot until the end when we were leaving. After lunch, we went swimming at the hotel pool. Both girls enjoyed it even though it was a little cold. After we came back had some dinner and lit off a few fireworks.
They had to leave Sunday morning so we met at The Bagel Shop and had breakfast before they got on the road. It was a GREAT weekend and I am so glad that they came up and surprised me. It was what I needed after a really long and hard week at home.
Thank you Mom and Dad. Hope everyone had a great 4th of July.
Richard had to work that day so I was home alone with the girls doing my normal stuff. I had just gotten off of the phone talking to Richard when Evelyn woke up and the doorbell rang. I went to the door and looked out the blinds to see 2 dark figures at my door. I decided I didn't like the way they looked so I closed the blinds and ignored them. They continued to ring the doorbell and knock so I was getting really scared. I even turned on the alarm and had the phone in my hand to call 9-1-1. My heart was racing and I was trying to keep the girls away from the door. Sandy was going crazy. It was soooo scary until I heard, "Mandy, it's mom!" The best words EVER.
My parents came up to surprise me for the weekend. I had a rough week last week and needed a hug and they came to give me one. It was great. My house was a mess but it didn't matter because they were here.
Evelyn lit up as soon as she saw them and was saying "Yaya, Papa" it was so cute. I called Richard back and told him that they were here and he was going to come home as soon as possible. It was such a great surprise.
Friday night we went to dinner at Cattlemen's. We haven't been there in about 1 1/2 years. It was so good and the girls did really well. It was nice to go out to dinner.
Saturday morning, my parents came over and we had breakfast. We got the girls ready and when Lavon got to the house walked over to watch our city parade. We had a good time and it didn't get too hot until the end when we were leaving. After lunch, we went swimming at the hotel pool. Both girls enjoyed it even though it was a little cold. After we came back had some dinner and lit off a few fireworks.
They had to leave Sunday morning so we met at The Bagel Shop and had breakfast before they got on the road. It was a GREAT weekend and I am so glad that they came up and surprised me. It was what I needed after a really long and hard week at home.
Thank you Mom and Dad. Hope everyone had a great 4th of July.
Catching Up...
It has been a while since I last posted about the happenings around our house. Things have been crazy and busy as usual. I think one of the main reasons I haven't posted is pure exhaustion. Camille has not been sleeping well at all. She is up every 1-2 hours all night long so needless to say I am getting little, broken sleep. I am hoping it will get better soon. We have a dr. appointment tomorrow to talk and make sure nothing is going on that I don't notice. Hopefully she is fine and we can figure out how to get her to sleep longer. I do not know how people work when their baby sleeps so little.
Camille is getting bigger. She is about 22 lbs I think. We will know for sure tomorrow. She is fun to be around more and more as she is more interactive. She is not the happiest baby as of late but hopefully that will change soon too. She also doesn't like solid foods. I try almost every day to get her to eat solids and it is not happening. Maybe tomorrow.
Evelyn is good. She is still sleeping well in her big girl bed. She is also getting ready to potty train. If she does not have a diaper on she will use the potty so that is a step in the right direction. She continues to amaze us with her speaking and memory skills. The other day she started walking down the street and said, " I go Emma, Lily." These are two little girls that we know and haven't seen in about a month but she remembered them and wanted to go see them. It was so cute. She did that again with the little boys we went to the zoo with last week. She also remembers everyone down south and their animals. It is amazing. She knows everyone's names up here as well. It is hard to believe that she is only 23 months.
We are gearing up for her birthday next month. We are thinking about doing it at a park since the house is not big enough. Hopefully it will work out. I am looking forward to it and seeing friends and family.
I am still looking for a job, but have not had any interviews yet. I am still hopeful and praying that something comes my way. Please pray that it does as well. I go both ways about going back to work but I think Evelyn would love daycare and Camille would be fine. I think that they need that interaction. I think I am ready also. I have loved staying home but I think I need and want to get back into the classroom. Let's just hope I can find something.
Other than that, things are going well. We are pretty busy on weekend between now and August. It is a busy time of year with birthday parties, but it is fun to see everyone. Hope all is well in your neighborhood. Thinking of you all.
Camille is getting bigger. She is about 22 lbs I think. We will know for sure tomorrow. She is fun to be around more and more as she is more interactive. She is not the happiest baby as of late but hopefully that will change soon too. She also doesn't like solid foods. I try almost every day to get her to eat solids and it is not happening. Maybe tomorrow.
Evelyn is good. She is still sleeping well in her big girl bed. She is also getting ready to potty train. If she does not have a diaper on she will use the potty so that is a step in the right direction. She continues to amaze us with her speaking and memory skills. The other day she started walking down the street and said, " I go Emma, Lily." These are two little girls that we know and haven't seen in about a month but she remembered them and wanted to go see them. It was so cute. She did that again with the little boys we went to the zoo with last week. She also remembers everyone down south and their animals. It is amazing. She knows everyone's names up here as well. It is hard to believe that she is only 23 months.
We are gearing up for her birthday next month. We are thinking about doing it at a park since the house is not big enough. Hopefully it will work out. I am looking forward to it and seeing friends and family.
I am still looking for a job, but have not had any interviews yet. I am still hopeful and praying that something comes my way. Please pray that it does as well. I go both ways about going back to work but I think Evelyn would love daycare and Camille would be fine. I think that they need that interaction. I think I am ready also. I have loved staying home but I think I need and want to get back into the classroom. Let's just hope I can find something.
Other than that, things are going well. We are pretty busy on weekend between now and August. It is a busy time of year with birthday parties, but it is fun to see everyone. Hope all is well in your neighborhood. Thinking of you all.
Saturday, July 4, 2009
4th of July
Happy 4th of July! Here are some pictures. I will update soon with the weekend festivities.
Camille is Red, White, and Blue.
At the Rancho Cordova City Parade.
Watching the parade.
Camille asleep in Papa's arms.
Camille is Red, White, and Blue.
At the Rancho Cordova City Parade.
Watching the parade.
Camille asleep in Papa's arms.
Monday, June 29, 2009
It's HOT!
It was 108 today and that is just too hot for me. Since it was so hot we stayed indoors all day which made Evelyn stir crazy. It was overall an ok day but my dear sweet Camille does not like to take long naps or sleep for long stretches at night so I am always exhausted. My eyes are burning as I type this and will probably go to bed after posting.
I love the girls more and more each day and the thought of leaving them to work is hard. I have not found a job yet but I am still hopeful. I have a few applications out and I am hoping to hear from them soon. Keep fingers crossed and prayers coming. I need and want to go back on most days. Some days I don't want to leave the girls and other days I wish I was at work because I so badly need a break from them. We will see what happens.
I have not taken many pictures lately. I am sorry. Here is one from tonight when Evelyn was taking her bath. Her hair is getting crazier by the day. Enjoy!
Friday, June 26, 2009
Job Hunting!
I have decided (well we did) that I need to start looking at going back to work. There are a few reasons for doing so. I need to clear my credentials, need money (always), want to get back into it, and the economy the way it is it doesn't hurt to have a job.
I have put in a few applications but there is not much out there even for Special Ed. teachers so wish me luck on finding and getting a teaching job. I worry about Camille being so young with me going back to work but I know she will be ok.
Here are a couple of cute pics to make your day.
Evelyn and her dolly.
Camille and Evelyn playing.
Sweet Camille.
A little overexposed but I LOVE her eyes.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Rocking Elephant!
My grandfather's brother in law made a rocking elephant for Evelyn before she was born. We put it away since she was too little to use it and we did not have the space. We decided that Evelyn is big enough to get on and off and use it safely so we pulled it out this weekend. She loves it! We took some pictures of her on it that turned out cute.
Enjoy!
Do you think she likes it?
Getting on for the first time.
Camille, watch out or she will get you.
Enjoy!
Do you think she likes it?
Getting on for the first time.
Camille, watch out or she will get you.
Monday, June 22, 2009
Father's Day!
We had a great Father's Day as I hope everyone else did. We started the morning with me making breakfast for Richard. I made pancakes with fresh fruit. It was very yummy. Then we got ready to go to the Sacramento Zoo and Fairy Tale Town (small amusement park with slides for kids). We got to the zoo shortly after it opened since the girls don't know how to sleep in. It was great though because noone was there so we just walked around and saw all kids of animals. The Gibbons were talking so loud it made your head echo instead. It was great. Evelyn loved the Giraffe's and the Flamingo's (mingo's). After the zoo we got lunch inside Fairy Tale Town and then Evelyn went on the slides for a little bit. We ended up leaving a little earlier than planned because Camille needed to eat and it was nap time.
On the drive home both girls fell asleep quickly so we drove around looking at houses (NO we are not looking to buy). After they woke up we toured a couple of models for fun.It was hard to enjoy because the whole time Evelyn was asking for milk.
Lavon came over for dinner and then we went up to Cold Stone for dessert. They were having dad's eat free if they bring in the family (we didn't know this until we got there so that was a bonus.) After our yummy ice cream we went to Barnes and Noble to get a couple of books before heading home.
It was a great day for a great Dad. I will post pictures once I can figure out Picasa again.
On the drive home both girls fell asleep quickly so we drove around looking at houses (NO we are not looking to buy). After they woke up we toured a couple of models for fun.It was hard to enjoy because the whole time Evelyn was asking for milk.
Lavon came over for dinner and then we went up to Cold Stone for dessert. They were having dad's eat free if they bring in the family (we didn't know this until we got there so that was a bonus.) After our yummy ice cream we went to Barnes and Noble to get a couple of books before heading home.
It was a great day for a great Dad. I will post pictures once I can figure out Picasa again.
Friday, June 19, 2009
Camille Crawling!
Here is a short video of Camille crawling. She is getting better and better as the day goes on. This is the first time she did it. Enjoy!
Now I have to mobile babies in the house. I should work off some pounds this way.
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Word Explosion!
Evelyn's vocabulary is growing more and more everyday and it is truly amazing how many words she knows. She is putting together 3-4 words phrases and speaks pretty clearly that you can often understand what she is saying.
Two of her newest phrases are "I love you" and "Good Morning."
She has been saying "I love you" for a while but it is still so sweet and when we were in Las Vegas she went right up to Camille and said "I love you" when she was going to bed.
The other I love is "Good Morning." She doesn't really say it to me or Richard but any time Camille wakes up from a nap or in the morning she says, "Good Morning Mille, Good Morning." She is so sweet about it and gets her head in front of Camille so that she can see her.
Another phrase she has is "I know." Luckily she uses it in a good way. Hopefully that continues. You say, "I love you" and she says, "I know." So stinking cute our little girl.
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In Camille news, she is now in the big bathtub and she was getting too big for the sink. So she is now in the "Duckie." However, our old duck couldn't hold the air so we got a new pink duck that will soon be inflated and used. Camille is growing up so fast.
She is not sleeping too much better but I know that in time it will change. I am just hoping that change is soon.
She is sitting, rocks on all fours and tries so hard to crawl. I am thinking it will happen soon. She moves her knees under her body but hasn't figured out the arms quite yet. Soon I will have two to keep up with.
Two of her newest phrases are "I love you" and "Good Morning."
She has been saying "I love you" for a while but it is still so sweet and when we were in Las Vegas she went right up to Camille and said "I love you" when she was going to bed.
The other I love is "Good Morning." She doesn't really say it to me or Richard but any time Camille wakes up from a nap or in the morning she says, "Good Morning Mille, Good Morning." She is so sweet about it and gets her head in front of Camille so that she can see her.
Another phrase she has is "I know." Luckily she uses it in a good way. Hopefully that continues. You say, "I love you" and she says, "I know." So stinking cute our little girl.
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In Camille news, she is now in the big bathtub and she was getting too big for the sink. So she is now in the "Duckie." However, our old duck couldn't hold the air so we got a new pink duck that will soon be inflated and used. Camille is growing up so fast.
She is not sleeping too much better but I know that in time it will change. I am just hoping that change is soon.
She is sitting, rocks on all fours and tries so hard to crawl. I am thinking it will happen soon. She moves her knees under her body but hasn't figured out the arms quite yet. Soon I will have two to keep up with.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Monday, June 15, 2009
Visting Family
This past weekend we were lucky enough to get to visit family. We flew down to Ontario on Thursday and boy was that a mess. We got to the airport to find out our flight was at least 5 hours delayed, so we booked ourselves for the later flight only to go back onto our orignal since they were able to get a new plane. We were supposed to get in at 3:15 and instead got in about 6. The girls did great and both slept on the flight down. We had dinner waiting for us at Scott and Nicole's. It was fantastic. Thank you.
Friday morning we drove to Las Vegas to see my grandparents. My dad drove the motorhome and the girls did pretty good. I was able to take a short nap which was nice. Friday night Richard and I went out to dinner with my grandparents while my parents watched the girls. It was a wonderful meal with even better company. Thank you so much.
Saturday we had a BBQ at my grandparents and my Aunt was able to meet the girls. It was good to see everyone together. That night my dad, grandma, Nicole and Richard went gambling but came back shortly after losing the money they had, but at least they had fun.
Sunday morning, we packed up and drove home. Camille fell asleep so I took to opportunity to take a nap on the bed in the back while she slept. I was able to take a good 1 1/2 hour nap, which was wonderful since she didn't sleep well at all during the trip.
Monday morning we packed up again and headed to the airport. Our flight was on-time and not full so Evelyn was able to have her own seat. I forgot to mention, on the way down it was completely full and we could not sit together since there are only 4 oxygen masks per row and with the girls, us and 1 other person there were too many people. At the last minute Richard had to switch with someone else. Thankfully the guy was nice and didn't mind Camille's feet kicking him.
It was a good trip other than Camille being really fussy. I think she was overwhelmed. She is doing better since we got home and hopefully tonight will be better. Thank you everyone for your help, I hope I wasn't too bad. Mom thanks for the walk and talk. You all mean the world to us and we are glad we were able to come down.
Love you all!
I will post pictures in another post as there a way too many too choose from and would make this longer than it is already.
Friday morning we drove to Las Vegas to see my grandparents. My dad drove the motorhome and the girls did pretty good. I was able to take a short nap which was nice. Friday night Richard and I went out to dinner with my grandparents while my parents watched the girls. It was a wonderful meal with even better company. Thank you so much.
Saturday we had a BBQ at my grandparents and my Aunt was able to meet the girls. It was good to see everyone together. That night my dad, grandma, Nicole and Richard went gambling but came back shortly after losing the money they had, but at least they had fun.
Sunday morning, we packed up and drove home. Camille fell asleep so I took to opportunity to take a nap on the bed in the back while she slept. I was able to take a good 1 1/2 hour nap, which was wonderful since she didn't sleep well at all during the trip.
Monday morning we packed up again and headed to the airport. Our flight was on-time and not full so Evelyn was able to have her own seat. I forgot to mention, on the way down it was completely full and we could not sit together since there are only 4 oxygen masks per row and with the girls, us and 1 other person there were too many people. At the last minute Richard had to switch with someone else. Thankfully the guy was nice and didn't mind Camille's feet kicking him.
It was a good trip other than Camille being really fussy. I think she was overwhelmed. She is doing better since we got home and hopefully tonight will be better. Thank you everyone for your help, I hope I wasn't too bad. Mom thanks for the walk and talk. You all mean the world to us and we are glad we were able to come down.
Love you all!
I will post pictures in another post as there a way too many too choose from and would make this longer than it is already.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Camille's 6 Month Appointment
We had Camille's 6 month appointment on Tuesday. She had to get shots which were no fun but she did good. She was not a happy camper at the Dr. office becuase she was tired but I can't blame her for that.
She weighs in at 19lbs 15 oz and 27.5 inches long. She is in the 95th% for both. We have a big and tall girl on our hands but she is healthy. The dr. said there is no need to be concerned and she will probably thin out when she starts moving more. Other than that, she is doing great and meeting all of her milestones.
Here is a cute pic to enjoy!
Here is a cute pic to enjoy!
Camille trying to learn to crawl or working off those rolls.
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Big Girl Bed!
Tonight is Evelyn's first night in a twin bed. We put a side bedrail on and stuffed animals all around so she won't (keeping fingers crossed) fall off. Not sure why we decided to make the switch, maybe because it will be easier for her to sleep anywhere when we travel and not just a pack n play. She was very excited to climb into the twin and lay down tonight. She was asleep in minutes, we can only hope every night will be so easy. Wish us luck!
Here are a couple of pics:
Camille laying on the floor happily (for the time being).
Here are a couple of pics:
Evelyn in her new twin bed!
Say "Cheeese".
Camille laying on the floor happily (for the time being).
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Evelyn Dancing
Short video of Evelyn dancing in Huntington Beach in May. Enjoy!
I will have to start taking short videos of the girls and posting them.
Pics...
Today was a hard day to say the least but I managed to get a couple of cute shots of the girls.
Sleeping Beauty!
Camille pushing up big and strong getting ready to crawl.
***I also added more picture to Flickr if you wanted to check them out.
Sleeping Beauty!
Camille pushing up big and strong getting ready to crawl.
***I also added more picture to Flickr if you wanted to check them out.
Sunday, May 31, 2009
It's Official...
NO! I am NOT pregnant! Camille officially wears a bigger sized diaper than Evelyn. Can you believe that? She is almost 6 months old and wearing a size 4 diaper. Granted Evelyn is small but I never thought she would be in this size so young. We were having problems with the 3's because she would go to the bathroom and it would come out the backside almost every time. It gets really old changing her clothes and having to wash them 2-3 times a day. I thought I would try the next size and sure enough they work better than the 3's. She sure is growing fast.
Anyways, I just had to mention that. Richard and Evelyn are napping (lucky ducks) and Camille is playing. She should be napping but I think she has other plans instead. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.
Anyways, I just had to mention that. Richard and Evelyn are napping (lucky ducks) and Camille is playing. She should be napping but I think she has other plans instead. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Happenings...
Naps are hit or miss with Camille but bedtime is getting better. I am trying to hold strong and put her in her crib for every nap. Today wasn't so good. She has only taken a couple of short naps. She went down about 5pm and is still asleep. I am hoping she doesn't think this is bedtime. Speaking of bedtime, she is doing better not waking as much which is nice. She is usually waking once or twice per night which I can handle. Hopefully this continues.
We have been walking more lately as the weather is nice. The girls love it and Camille usually sleeps so I can go for a while. I have been walking about 2 miles and enjoying it. I walk around the neighborhood and actually feel fairly safe. Evelyn enjoys it (all but the sun in her eyes), but wants to walk so when we get to our street I let her walk the rest of the way. She now knows which one our house is if she can see it so that is good.
We are gearing up for the summer. Parties galore and times to hang out with friends and family. Evelyn's birthday will be here before we know it. I am looking for a job but there is not much out there. I might stay home another year and look again next year when hopefully things are better.
I have been lasy in taking pictures. I will try to take some this next week. Maybe I will take it on our walks.
We have been walking more lately as the weather is nice. The girls love it and Camille usually sleeps so I can go for a while. I have been walking about 2 miles and enjoying it. I walk around the neighborhood and actually feel fairly safe. Evelyn enjoys it (all but the sun in her eyes), but wants to walk so when we get to our street I let her walk the rest of the way. She now knows which one our house is if she can see it so that is good.
We are gearing up for the summer. Parties galore and times to hang out with friends and family. Evelyn's birthday will be here before we know it. I am looking for a job but there is not much out there. I might stay home another year and look again next year when hopefully things are better.
I have been lasy in taking pictures. I will try to take some this next week. Maybe I will take it on our walks.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Naps
So far, Camille has taken 2 naps in her crib. The first one was this morning and she only cried for about 3 minutes. I did not have to go in to soothe her. She slept for about 40-45 minutes which is normal for her morning nap. Her afternoon nap was at 11:30 and she only fussed for a minute and was asleep. She didn't really even cry. She has been asleep for a little over an hour so hopefully it continues.
Evelyn was also put in her crib for her nap. She, however, cried for about 15 minutes before laying down. She took about a 45 minute nap.
Having the girls in their own beds frees me up for to do other things which is really nice. Hopefully this will continue and there will be little crying.
Evelyn was also put in her crib for her nap. She, however, cried for about 15 minutes before laying down. She took about a 45 minute nap.
Having the girls in their own beds frees me up for to do other things which is really nice. Hopefully this will continue and there will be little crying.
Napping in Crib...
Today is the day that we are going to start putting Camille in her crib to nap instead of on me. This will be good for both of us. I think she will start sleeping better and longer and I will be freed to do stuff with Evelyn and around the house. I am just hoping she doesn't cry too much.
Last night we had to let her cry, with going in to calm her, because she wanted to eat 2 hours after she went to bed. She cried for about 25 minutes and then fell back asleep. She woke again at 12:30 to eat and so I fed her. Each night she has to wait longer and longer to eat. Tonight it will be 2 1/2 hours and tomorrow 3. I know she can do and that she is waking out of a routine she's created so hopefully this helps.
If feels like not long ago I was blogging about Evelyn napping in her crib. It worked for her, here's hoping it works for Camille.
Last night we had to let her cry, with going in to calm her, because she wanted to eat 2 hours after she went to bed. She cried for about 25 minutes and then fell back asleep. She woke again at 12:30 to eat and so I fed her. Each night she has to wait longer and longer to eat. Tonight it will be 2 1/2 hours and tomorrow 3. I know she can do and that she is waking out of a routine she's created so hopefully this helps.
If feels like not long ago I was blogging about Evelyn napping in her crib. It worked for her, here's hoping it works for Camille.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Updating
This are going well in our house. Evelyn is teething again so is fussy but nothing too bad. She had started singing which is the cutest thing in the world. Her favorite song is "roll over." I love hearing her try to sing songs that come on the radio. It is the sweetest sound.
Camille is doing good. Growing more and more everyday. We weighed her on our scale at home the other day and she was about 20 lbs. My goodness. She is cuter than ever. She sits with no problem and is really wanting to get up and go so she inches across the room. She has slept better the last few nights. I am hoping it continues. I have stopped drinking caffeine and she has done better so maybe that is why, or maybe she is just really tired, I am not sure.
This past weekend we were busy. We went to a Ren. Faire, 40th birthday and graduation party on Saturday. Sunday we went to Lavon's to look at her pictures from her trip to Italy and have dinner. On Monday we went to some friends house to have a BBQ for Memorial Day. Everything was a lot of fun and we are glad we got to see so many friends.
Here are some recent pictures of the girls:
Camille playing.
Evelyn and mommy in the bounce house. It was her first time and she LOVED it.
Camille is doing good. Growing more and more everyday. We weighed her on our scale at home the other day and she was about 20 lbs. My goodness. She is cuter than ever. She sits with no problem and is really wanting to get up and go so she inches across the room. She has slept better the last few nights. I am hoping it continues. I have stopped drinking caffeine and she has done better so maybe that is why, or maybe she is just really tired, I am not sure.
This past weekend we were busy. We went to a Ren. Faire, 40th birthday and graduation party on Saturday. Sunday we went to Lavon's to look at her pictures from her trip to Italy and have dinner. On Monday we went to some friends house to have a BBQ for Memorial Day. Everything was a lot of fun and we are glad we got to see so many friends.
Here are some recent pictures of the girls:
Camille playing.
Evelyn and mommy in the bounce house. It was her first time and she LOVED it.
Saturday, May 23, 2009
Yesterday
Yesterday was a good day, the girls and I went for a walk around the neighborhood. Camille slept and Evelyn just watched and observed. It was a nice walk. When we got home Evelyn wasn't done so she walked up and down the street while I followed with Camille.
We had lunch with Richard which is always a treat. We haven't been to his work since before Camille was born so this was nice.
After the girls afternoon nap we went outside and painted with water. Evelyn loved it and so did I since there was no mess. Just water, paint brushes and the ground is all you need for fun.
Here are some pictures:
Evelyn showing her pretty bows.
Sweet, happy Camille.
Painting with water.
We had lunch with Richard which is always a treat. We haven't been to his work since before Camille was born so this was nice.
After the girls afternoon nap we went outside and painted with water. Evelyn loved it and so did I since there was no mess. Just water, paint brushes and the ground is all you need for fun.
Here are some pictures:
Evelyn showing her pretty bows.
Sweet, happy Camille.
Painting with water.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Grandma
Grandma,
I am glad that everything went well today. I was thinking about you often and praying that it would be ok. I hope you feel better soon and I wanted you to know we love you very much. Take care and rest.
Love
Mandy
I am glad that everything went well today. I was thinking about you often and praying that it would be ok. I hope you feel better soon and I wanted you to know we love you very much. Take care and rest.
Love
Mandy
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Enjoyment
I am enjoying getting to know the girls more everyday. They change so much and I am in awe of what they can do. Camille is a beautiful little girl and changes in the blink of an eye. She is sitting by herself, rolling over both ways and she also inches along the ground. She has started eating some solid foods and is turning into a wonderful baby. Evelyn amazes me in all that she does. She is polite and kind (when she is not pushing over her sister). She talks all the time and has a full converstation with you, whether you know it or not. She speaks so clearly that I am amazed. She is learning how to ride her tricycle. It is hard to do when I am home by myself but Richard has been going out with her after Camille goes down and it gives them time alone and me some time alone as well. She is a true joy to have in our lives. I love having two little girls. I hope someday they can be good friends.
Enjoy the pictures...
Big girl sitting by herself. I LOVE the rolls.
Camille and daddy.
Let me say it againg, I LOVE THE ROLLS!
Enjoy the pictures...
Big girl sitting by herself. I LOVE the rolls.
Camille and daddy.
Let me say it againg, I LOVE THE ROLLS!
Evelyn and her cute face.
Friday, May 15, 2009
Sleep
Last night Camille slept for 5 straight hours. She slept from 10:30 until 3:30. I just wished I had got to sleep earlier; however, I could not miss Grey's Anatomy. Hopefully she is on a new trend of sleeping longer stretches of time. We have also started her on solids. I wanted to wait until she was 6 months old but she is so big that I think she needs more than I can give her. She has only tried rice cereal and sweet potatoes. She seems to like them both.
Evelyn is doing well. She is sleeping better but has been getting up between 5:30 and 6:30 so that is hard. She is exploding in he vocabulary everyday and repeats everything you say so you have to be careful. She is a true joy and is so polite ( a must in this household). She has been very cuddly lately and I LOVE it and will take every second of it. We are all doing well. Looking forward to the weekend and meeting up with friends we haven't seen in a while.
Here are a few pictures:
Evelyn on her tricycle.
Happily riding.
Little blurry but they are playing with water on the highchair.
Camille trying sweet potatoes.
Evelyn is doing well. She is sleeping better but has been getting up between 5:30 and 6:30 so that is hard. She is exploding in he vocabulary everyday and repeats everything you say so you have to be careful. She is a true joy and is so polite ( a must in this household). She has been very cuddly lately and I LOVE it and will take every second of it. We are all doing well. Looking forward to the weekend and meeting up with friends we haven't seen in a while.
Here are a few pictures:
Evelyn on her tricycle.
Happily riding.
Little blurry but they are playing with water on the highchair.
Camille trying sweet potatoes.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Cuteness for the day
I am going to try to post at least one picture everyday. I know some people enjoy seeing the girls and what they are doing, so this is for you (you know who you are).
Camille being happy in the stroller outside.
Evelyn playing with building blocks.
Will she have a green thumb?
Evelyn hugging Camille and Camille saying "hands off"
Camille being happy in the stroller outside.
Evelyn playing with building blocks.
Will she have a green thumb?
Evelyn hugging Camille and Camille saying "hands off"
Stopping to smell the flower.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Cute pics of the day...
Sisterly love.
Evelyn
Evelyn playing Dr. on Camille.
Sweet Camille.
Playing around.
Sleeping Issues
We are having sleeping issues with both girls. Camille won't sleep more than 2-3 hours at a time and usually that is only once during the night, the rest of the time she is up every hour. I am not sure what to do. I do not want her to cry but am afraid we might end up going there if it doesn't get better soon. I think he problem is she rolls over and sleeps on her belly but she moves so much she hits her head. She goes all the way across the crib. I swear she is going to be crawling next week with how much she moves on her belly.
Evelyn doesn't like going to bed anymore. She has been crying for a few minutes each night before going to sleep and is waking early in the morning and not going back in her crib but instead in our bed. It is fun to cuddle with her for a little bit. I think I may have figured out why she isn't sleeping, both of her bottom eye teeth are coming in. They finally popped through the surface so hopefully the rest will be less painful and she can start sleeping better again. She is back to LOVING her baths. We started giving her a cup and that makes it so much more fun apparently because she stays in there as long as we let her.
Well that is all for now. Hope all is well.
Evelyn doesn't like going to bed anymore. She has been crying for a few minutes each night before going to sleep and is waking early in the morning and not going back in her crib but instead in our bed. It is fun to cuddle with her for a little bit. I think I may have figured out why she isn't sleeping, both of her bottom eye teeth are coming in. They finally popped through the surface so hopefully the rest will be less painful and she can start sleeping better again. She is back to LOVING her baths. We started giving her a cup and that makes it so much more fun apparently because she stays in there as long as we let her.
Well that is all for now. Hope all is well.
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