Cheeeeese!!!!

Addison likes having her picture taken...however, these photos look like she isn't all that happy about it.  Until you hear the story...

Everytime I get my point-and-shoot camera out for pictures a little red light comes on for the 'red-eye feature'. When the light comes on, this is the look that she gives.  As soon as the light goes off, Addison goes back to acting normal again.  It is the funniest thing I have ever seen.  And the look on her face isn't a smile...it looks kind of evil.  It still cracks me up, though.

So Much Silliness!!!

These two girls are full of silliness! 
Audrey adores her Aunt Carol.  I'm sure part of the reason why is because she acts like this....

She wasn't posing for pictures.  This is how she always acts.  You can tell that Audrey eats it up.  



Birmingham Zoo Trip

 A few weeks ago Corey and I took the girls to the Birmingham Zoo.  We had a wonderful time!

Here are the girls ready to go in.

 

Corey and Audrey riding the train.

Audrey posing as a lion.

Me and Addison on the train.

Addison was worn out about 3/4 of the way through, so she took a little cat nap. 

 

While Addison was napping, Audrey and I rode a few rounds on the carousel. 

Then we went to the butterfly garden.  Audrey wanted so badly for a butterfly to land on her pinky (like Fancy Nancy) so she sat very still and waited, and waited...and waited.

Finally, she went in search of one to land on her.

Next, she practiced a little rooster calling.  I'm thinking she might become a professional.  (Is there such a thing?? haha)

Just before we left, she had to play for a while at the splash pad.  



The day was filled with wonderful family moments and memories.  

Addison- 7 months

Addison,

You:

* weigh 17 lbs. 8 oz. 

* are inches long 26 3/4

* wear mostly 6-9 month clothes, but can still wear some 3-6 months

* will get up on your hands and knees and rock, but no crawling just yet

* still don't take really good naps, just cat nap

* want to be in bed at 8pm, no later and sleep until around 4-5 and wake to eat then sleep for a couple more hours.

* have the cutest little smile

* are usually happy and content, and have learned to entertain yourself ---unless you are sleepy, then you are really ill

* suffered your first sickness during this month (cold/sinus).  You made it 7 months before getting the crud- Yay!

* Like to have your picture made.  When the red light comes on on my camera you get the funniest look on your face.

* think your sister hung the moon.  You just smile and laugh at her all the time.

Addison's First (and Second) Tooth

September 15, 2010 Addison turned 7 months old AND she reached another milestone...her 1st tooth.  Just a few days later her 2nd tooth popped through!  Addison just loves smiling big so you can see those new pearly whites!



And just because I think she is so darn cute (especially in her jeans) I thought I'd include a few more photos!

Addison is checking out her new kicks!

A Date...With My Daughter

As I've mentioned, Audrey's been having a bit of separation anxiety when I am not around.  Also, she is a wonderful big sister, but sometimes that jealousy sneaks in.  So, I thought it would be a good idea for just me and her go on a "date".  Corey stayed home with Addison. Audrey got to choose our activities.

We started out at Toys R Us.  She enjoyed browsing around and playing with all the toys.  She selected a toy to take to her friend's birthday party that was coming soon.  Then she was allowed to select a present for herself.  I had to get some spoiling in, of course!

Next, we headed to McDonalds (Audrey calls it "old McDonalds") for some playtime on the indoor playground and chicken nuggets and fries.  Before heading home, we stopped for chocolate milkshakes.

We enjoyed lots of laughter and snuggles.  I can't wait to do it again!

Momma Said There Would Be Days Like This...

Oh my!  That is all I know to say at this time. 

I usually post on my blog about the fun, sweet things my children do or the milestones they reach, but this post is going to be different.  Here you will see some honest mommy thoughts which have evolved due to the events of the past several days...

Now, I LOVE my girls...with all my heart.  They are my world.  I am so thankful that I get to work from home and spend LOTS of quality time with them and loving on them.  I wouldn't have it any other way.  That being said...I've thought seriously about getting a one way ticket to some place like Hawaii or really anywhere serene that is FAR, FAR away.

For starters, Addison is cutting teeth.  Yikes!  One has already come through and the other is trying desperately to break through.  And she is NOT a happy camper.  She's been fussy morning, noon and night.  Poor baby, I know it hurts...but OH MY!

And let's just talk about Addison's temper!  Yep, she got it from her Daddy.  Don't let that cute smile fool you.  Just take one of her toys away or move something that she is trying to get into and watch the tantrum fly!  OH MY!!

Then---Audrey, as some of you know if you keep up with us, started preschool several weeks ago.  Well, she is having some pretty rough separation anxiety.  She cries the whole time at preschool, plus she even gets upset if I leave the house and she stays with Corey.  It breaks my heart, so that has been pretty stressful for me.  And that isn't the only thing that preschool has done for us.  Many people told me that she was going to pick up some unpleasant behaviors from school, and you bet she did!  Oh, the sassiness and defiance have my hair turning gray as I type!  I thought that didn't come until we were close to teenage years...(sigh).  Plus, the temper tantrums are quite dramatic as well.  I just THOUGHT we escaped the "terrible two tantrums", but no--they just waited until 3 to show up.  OH MY!!

Here is a story to top it all off--- Audrey told me she needed to use the bathroom the other day, so I told her to go on to the bathroom (we were playing in the living room).  A few minutes later she returns and mentions to me that she peed in her trash can.  WHAT?!?  Yep, you read that right!  My sweet, precious, adorable Audrey decided to forgo the toilet and just try out the trash can instead.  Now, I have to admit that this stunt required some talent on her part.  I was so shocked, upset, angry...I went storming outside and informed Corey that he needed to take care of his daughter because I just didn't have it in me to handle that episode.

After all was said and done, Audrey promised not to use the trash can as a toilet...and when she wasn't looking, Corey and I had to laugh.  'Cause you gotta admit, that was sorta funny. Heck, she didn't even get any on the carpet!