Little Smiles

Oh my goodness, when my son JR smiles, it really does light up a room.

For new Moms, even if you are a 10th time Mom, when your baby finally smiles back at you and responds to your care, there can be nothing that makes you feel more alive, amazing, wonderful and joyful. These first smiles are just amazing, because, in his or her own way, your baby is saying "Thank you" for everything you do.

Just remember, their smiles are letting you know that no matter how much you might feel you are messing up or failing at mommyhood, your babies think you are the greatest thing since sliced bread, and wouldn't trade you for the world.

And, just when you think you are ready to trade your children in for a nap, they smile, and you realize, another cup of coffee sweetened with their smiles will get you through anything. Even no sleep.

Bad Computer

Well, we got back into Alabama Sunday and though it is nice to no longer be traveling, I do honestly hate being here. It was so much fun to be at our house, with our STUFF, and with all our friends. Sigh. Oh well.

And, as soon as the boys went down I decided I would try to work on some work for Dakno, and then discovered my computer would NOT TURN ON. Oh Geez!!! A broken computer is a major problem for me since,

A-I need to do work for Dakno
B-I need to write some product reviews
C-I need/want to write on my blog
D-the best time for me to work is while the boys take naps during the day. SIGH

So, my computer is broken, and my brother in law, John, thinks it is the power server. I am hoping that getting that repaired is not going to break my little piggy bank, because I finally am getting a decent amount saved. Oh well, at least I have the money saved to fix it.

In the meantime, I will be using my hubby's laptop at night when he is home, and I will have to cross my fingers mine gets back to me good as new very soon.

Bad Computer!

Fires Are Not Fantastic

We have had a wonderful week up here in NC, catching up with as many friends as possible and getting ready for the big football game tomorrow! Yesterday, we were at the park with my neighbors, and 3 year old Cole was telling me how some of the play equipment was his "fire engine" and that he was "going to go fight a big fire!"

I, thinking that I was encouraging his imagination, said, "Wow, Cole, that is FANTASTIC!"

And Cole, got all quiet and serious and said to me:

"Miss Miche, fires are not fantastic."

Oh man, it was so terribly hard to not bust out laughing! Then, he was off in a dash to fight the fire. I have no idea how I kept a straight face. Children say the most wonderful, awesome things!
His Mom and I had giggle fits over it the rest of the day.

Sesame Street K'NEX!!

Do you remember watching Sesame Street as a child? I sure do, and my very favorite characters were Burt and Ernie. I loved Ernie's "Rubber Duckie" song and would sing it all the time! I am sure I drove my parents crazy with it!

Now, I have the joy of watching my son fall in love with Sesame Street, and it is amazing the nostalgic and joyful rush of memories I get as we sit and watch all my old pals teach my son great lessons, brought to him by the letter Q and the number 3! My Little Dude is so in love with Sesame Street, he can even point out characters as he sees them in stores or in magazines. "Elmo!" "Zoey!""Burt" "E-ne!" (Ernie) I am just loving it.

Obviously, I was SO EXCITED, when I found out K'NEX (another childhood favorite of mine) was teaming up with Sesame Street to create special Sesame Stree K'NEX toys for toddlers!!! And when I was asked to review them....let me just tell you it was a dream come true!

Learn about how FABULOUS these toys are by READING THE REST OF MY REVIEW.

Back in Town

It is funny how just driving around the streets of our home has become beautiful and wonderful, all because we have been living in Mobile, AL for so long now! Things I took for granted,like the beautiful flowers my neighbors have planted or the numerous wonderful parks and GREAT friends we have here, have come back to my full attention and I am so grateful for them all.

Today we went to play with Wendy and Mia at Pullen Park, which Little Dude loves because there is a little kiddie train we can ride on AND kiddie boats Mia and he can ride! I still had a ton of tickets left from the last time we went way back before our move, so it was kinda a free trip! (I didn't have to spend any more money, anyway!)

Mia and Little Dude are so great playing together, and since Wendy's husband and my husband work together AND they both went to NC State and also attend football games, it is fantastic fun to meet up and hang out!

I also wore JR in my new Maya Wrap ring sling, which I love even more than my other sling! (I didn't think it would be possible!) I got this new sling because the fabric of my other is really thick, and not so good for the hot weather we have in Mobile, though it will be perfect for winter.So, I hunted around, and found a small sized Maya Wrap ring sling on ebay for 1/4 the price online. VERY AWESOME. I lucked out in getting it in the pattern I loved online-it has beautiful striped bold colors (it even has a little pink!) made out of soft, breathable cotton.

And the best part?

It has a POCKET. AWESOME! So, today at the park, I wore JR, (he was in heaven) played with Mia, Wendy and Little Dude, AND carried my debit card, id, phone, and truck keys so I could leave the stroller where ever. I was not worried if anyone tried to steal something out of it, as all they would end up with would be a poopy diaper, wipes, extra diapers,some crackers, and changes of clothes for the kids.Nope, no one was going to get my debit card! And, when my son wanted some juice, all I had to do was get the money out of my sling pocket, instead of bending over and searching through my bottomless diaper bag for my wallet.

Fisher Price-My Little Lamb Cradle and Swing

So, as all of you know from my blog, my son JR has not been the easiest, nor happiest of babies. In fact, he has been known to cry for hours on end, as my husband and I try rocking, carrying,bouncing, and even wearing him in slings around the house to keep him happy. Some are hit and miss, and just depend on his mood, which can be frustrating for us, and of course makes us sad that we can't figure out what our son needs!

Well, no more of those days, my friends! Why? Because I found the Fisher Price My Little Lamb Cradle and Swing!!

READ THE REST OF MY REVIEW HERE

Daddy's Shoes

My Little Dude is getting bigger every day, and the cute words just flying out of his mouth amaze us! While we were at the beach, Little Dude decided he had gotten big enough to try putting on Bill's Running Shoes. As you can see, he was so proud!





And the whole time he was so proud to say "Daddy Run!" as he ran around in Bill's shoes.