Sharza

We were so lucky last week to have my sister, Addie's Aunt 'Sharza' (Sarah) come in to town!

We practiced saying her name and looking at pictures before she got in so that Addie would know her. It definitely worked because almost anytime Addie saw Sarah, Addie would point at her and say, "Sharza!" She really loves her!

We were busy while Sarah was in town. We went to the Astro's game.

And had the worst seats ever, but for $1 a ticket, you won't hear me complaining.

We did a LOT of swimming. Almost every day! It was nice to have Sarah there to take a picture of the 3 of us.

We went to the Children's Museum where Addie was eager to show Sarah all of the things there are to do. She took her job of pouring the lemonade very seriously.

Addie learning to play ball from the best.

We headed down to the beach. Addie was careful to continue applying her sunscreen.

She also made sure Sarah was nice and covered.

Of course, Grandma couldn't miss an opportunity to send along some presents with Sarah, so Addie got this adorable new dress!

We kept ourselves busy during naptime by attempting being crafty and making headbands.

We also ate a TON of food. I think Addie's favorite part of having Sarah in town, was that Sarah would always read to her whenever Addie wanted (which is all the time).

We loved having Sarah in town and we miss her like crazy! Every now and then, Addie will wander around the house calling out for 'Sharza.' Come back soon Sarah!

Addie Update

Oh, how we love our Addie and the funny things she does!

This girl loves to be needed and have attention. Her least favorite time of day is when I have to make dinner. Addie's new job, while I cook dinner is to set the table. At first, I thought she was way too little to do this, but quickly realized that she is awesome at it. When she puts something on the table, so comes back into the kitchen clapping for herself for doing such a good job. Not only does it keep her busy, but it really does help me out. No more setting the table for me!

She even does the glasses and hasn't broken a thing. Knock on wood!

The other day Scott was making dinner and I was cleaning the apartment. I noticed that it was way too quiet and that I hadn't seen or heard Addie in a little too long. So I called her name and in she came running to me. She looked soaking wet!

I couldn't figure out how she had gotten so wet. I asked Scott and he didn't know either. I got closer and realized she wasn't soaking wet, she just looked like she was.

I didn't know how this was possible, so I smelled her and realized she was covered in oil! The girl had discovered the deep fryer!!!! The girl was shining like a star! Don't worry, it wasn't turned on, just sitting in the cupboard. I guess Mama needs to find a new place to store the fryer!

Adventures in San Antonio

After living in Texas for almost two years, we finally made it out to San Antonio! After weeks of brutal tests, Scott was ready for a little break (that is, before he has to get ready for the most brutal test of his life coming up in June).

We hung out on the riverwalk.

All I wanted was a picture, but Addie wanted to scare the daylights out of me by getting a little closer to the river.

Mexican for dinner.

And that's where the happiness ends. Pretty soon after dinner, Addie started throwing up. And it kept on coming. We headed back to our hotel and decided to turn in for the night so she could get feeling better. The poor girl was sick all night long and woke up every 30 minutes until the sun came up.

When she was miraculously sleeping, Scott and I weren't because hotwire gave us the worst hotel, positioned conveniently underneath the freeway. We were lulled to sleep by the sounds of semi's engine braking all night long. Next time we'll spring the few extra bucks for a better place!

When morning finally came, all of us were exhausted and Scott and I were starting to feel queasy! We decided, to make the best of it and try to go and do a few more things.

We went to Lulu's for their famous 3 lb. cinnamon roll.

Addie finally got some rest.

Too bad we couldn't crawl in there with her.

We remembered the Alamo.

Then went home. We didn't get to most of the things we had planned for the weekend. We were just soooo glad to get home!

Long Live...

my favorite pair of pants.

These pants and I have been through a lot. I loved 'em so much that I wore them for my engagement pictures! They were old and had seen better days, but that didn't stop me from wearing them! But alas, all good things must come to an end. They had so many holes that I just couldn't patch, that I had to get rid of them. I couldn't bare to throw them out so...

I chopped them up and made them into a pleated skirt for my baby, of course!

My model wouldn't cooperate very well.

Let's just hope she appreciates the beauty of my favorite pants:)

Little Pink Riding Hood

You hafta be careful with this little one after bath time. If not kept under the most careful supervision, you're guaranteed to have a streaking incident on your hands.

But, rest assured. She'll get distracted by something for just long enough that you can nab her up to put a diaper on those sweet cheeks!

Sew Busy

The past few weeks, Scott has been really busy with school. Who thought that 3 1/2 weeks of tests was a good idea?!

This means he's been studying a lot more at nights than usual. When your child goes to bed at 7:00 pm and your husbands busy studying, what's a girl to do?

Sew! I've been keeping myself busy with lot's of projects! I made myself a skirt then using the scraps and some other scraps, I made Addie a matching dress.

I made another dress for Addie. I realized this is the only picture I have of it and since it's in the room with her while she naps, this is the best look you're gonna get:) The straps are braids that come together in the back!

I've officially gotten rid of my diaper bag. Hallelujah! I made Addie her own cinch bag with all of her stuff. It fits right inside of my purse and I can whip it out when I leave her at the YMCA and not have to leave my wallet and everything else in my purse!

I also went through my closet and found about 6 skirts that needed a hem fixed, a hole stitched up or taking in. I've rediscovered my wardrobe!

May is going to be a grossly busy month for Scott, so bring on the sewing! Now if only I could find a way to fund this hobby, because it's getting expensive:)

Shoe Obsession

Remember this from a few weeks ago?

It has now turned into a full blown shoe obsession!

Seriously. It's out of control!

Addie is obsessed with all shoes. When she wakes up, she grabs the shoes of her choosing and demands they be put on her feet instantly. If the wrong shoes are put on her, a tantrum quickly ensues. At any point in the day, there will be a request for a shoe change.

Many kids at playgroup have had their shoes nabbed by this little red-head. When we leave, I have to make sure all shoes have been returned to their owners.

She is constantly digging in the closet and bringing me my shoes, which must be put on instantly. Yes, even high heels while I'm cooking dinner. She's even demanded that I wear Scott's klompen (wooden Dutch shoes that are out as a mission momento) around the house!

At first it was really cute (it still is most of the time), but I've started rejecting her impractical shoe choices for myself. She would throw a little fit if I wouldn't put on the shoes she wanted me to put on, but today we arrived at a compromise. She put my shoes on and wore them all over the house. She managed it quite well too!
Here's to the first of many years of living with a shoe obsession. I can't help but think the worst is yet to come:)