Parker came out of his room probably 6 times tonight after his first "goodnight" and tuck-in. Sometimes he's just being obstinant or wild or plain disobedient, but sometimes he just can't get enough cuddles, kisses, and back rubs.
And I'm going to keep going in for one more kiss or one more hug or one more blankie tuck. Because, I know one of these times in the not too distant future, I know he'll say, "It's ok mom, you don't have to tuck me in tonight." And then I'll be the one asking for just one more.
I sure do love that little boy who's growing up way too fast!
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Monday, March 21, 2011
Stinker
Wow - two Parker stories! He sure is a character :)
Monday morning Parker was sitting at the table coloring and I had a sneaking suspicion he had a poopy diaper. So I asked him and he actually admitted it. I didn't change him right away, and a couple minutes later I looked up to see him pointing at me and whispering "Mommy stinky...Mommy stinky."
So I said "What? Mommy is not stinky - Parker is stinky." And he replied, "No....crayons stinky. Need a shower." Haha, well ok then.
Monday morning Parker was sitting at the table coloring and I had a sneaking suspicion he had a poopy diaper. So I asked him and he actually admitted it. I didn't change him right away, and a couple minutes later I looked up to see him pointing at me and whispering "Mommy stinky...Mommy stinky."
So I said "What? Mommy is not stinky - Parker is stinky." And he replied, "No....crayons stinky. Need a shower." Haha, well ok then.
Oh good, he's getting louder!
It used to be that pretty much only Brent or I could easily figure out what Parker was saying. That actually comes in handy with random thoughts that turn into statements (or declarations) from a toddler's little brain!
On Saturday, we took Parker to Cherry Creek to play in the kid's area and burn off some energy. We happened to go really early so Brent could get his hair cut nearby, and before the crowds and crowds of parents and kids showed up.
In fact, there was only one other little boy there when we came. He was quite a bit younger than Parker, but his parents were probably in their 40's. The dad was running around and playing with is son and acting really silly. Of course, Parker thought this looked pretty fun and kind of joined in. Parker was trying to get a little bossy with the man, but the man just kind of ignored it.
At one point Parker couldn't see the man anymore so he stood up on top of one of the climbing toys, put his little hands up to his mouth as a make shift megaphone, and started calling out... "Grammaaaaa? Gramaaaa?" Oh my word. I tried to tell him the man was not his Gramma, he was the other baby's daddy - but he could not be convinced.
I suppose it wouldn't have been so bad had we not been the only people in the area! Oh dear.
On Saturday, we took Parker to Cherry Creek to play in the kid's area and burn off some energy. We happened to go really early so Brent could get his hair cut nearby, and before the crowds and crowds of parents and kids showed up.
In fact, there was only one other little boy there when we came. He was quite a bit younger than Parker, but his parents were probably in their 40's. The dad was running around and playing with is son and acting really silly. Of course, Parker thought this looked pretty fun and kind of joined in. Parker was trying to get a little bossy with the man, but the man just kind of ignored it.
At one point Parker couldn't see the man anymore so he stood up on top of one of the climbing toys, put his little hands up to his mouth as a make shift megaphone, and started calling out... "Grammaaaaa? Gramaaaa?" Oh my word. I tried to tell him the man was not his Gramma, he was the other baby's daddy - but he could not be convinced.
I suppose it wouldn't have been so bad had we not been the only people in the area! Oh dear.
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Rental Search Rollercoaster 2.0
Wheeeeeeee!
Not so much.
Like I said before, our lease is up April 30th. We've begun looking for places, but probably won't have much luck for a couple more weeks. (Until people start giving their 30 day notices and houses are listed.)
We've had a couple places we really thought could work only to find out for one reason or another they wouldn't Which is fine. We actually have total peace that God will provide the place he has for us at the right time! I guess going through it all last year actually taught us to trust Him!
So here we go again, buckle up!
Not so much.
Like I said before, our lease is up April 30th. We've begun looking for places, but probably won't have much luck for a couple more weeks. (Until people start giving their 30 day notices and houses are listed.)
We've had a couple places we really thought could work only to find out for one reason or another they wouldn't Which is fine. We actually have total peace that God will provide the place he has for us at the right time! I guess going through it all last year actually taught us to trust Him!
So here we go again, buckle up!
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
18 Weeks
How far along? 18 Weeks
Size of Baby? At our ultrasound the dr. said 1/2 a pound :)
Gender? GIRL!!!
Movement? Nothing I've been really sure about.
Sleep? Great - other than when Parker gets me up :)
Symptoms? Feeling MUCH better!
Cravings? Hmmm nothing consistent. Cheese maybe?
Best Moment this Week? Finding out Baby #2 is a girl
Monday, March 7, 2011
A Prayer
God. I want to let go of the worries I hold onto. I want to give them to you fully. I want to trust you. But sometimes I don't know how to let go.
I want to wholly trust your plans for me and desire only what is in your will. How do I let go of the control I try to have in steering life towards my wants? When will I learn to let faith in your goodness have first place over my own stubbornness?
After all the times I've seen you provide in your faithfulness, all the times you've turned a seemingly bad situation into something for good I would think I'd be much stronger in this area. You are good always! You are faithful always! Your plans are greater than my plans!
God thank you that I can bring anything to you. I pray you'll let the truth of who you are penetrate my stubborn heart and make a change in me.
I want to wholly trust your plans for me and desire only what is in your will. How do I let go of the control I try to have in steering life towards my wants? When will I learn to let faith in your goodness have first place over my own stubbornness?
After all the times I've seen you provide in your faithfulness, all the times you've turned a seemingly bad situation into something for good I would think I'd be much stronger in this area. You are good always! You are faithful always! Your plans are greater than my plans!
God thank you that I can bring anything to you. I pray you'll let the truth of who you are penetrate my stubborn heart and make a change in me.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.
He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
7 Things I Learned This Week
Here's 7 things I learned (or was reminded of) this week:
1. I apparently do not know how to clean stove drip pans!
2. There is such a thing as Chardonnay soaked cheese. It's purple.
3. If baby #2 is a boy or a girl! (Technically I won't know this till tomorrow, but still!)
4. There's alot that I don't pray about and give to God that I should.
5. My attitude affects Parker's attitude.
6. Reese's really knows how to do Easter candy!
7. Doing homework with a 1st grader can drive you to insanity.
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