Just 'cuz I've seen too much Dora

Well, we finished the costumes. They were a big hit. Everyone kept on saying how cute Aurora looked. Of course we get it a lot normally. She is a very cute baby! Will's giant Wii-mote got the most attention of all! It came out great! I'm planning a photo shoot four the three of us soon. I'll be posing the Spooktacular pictures this week as well.

The lack of sleep finally hit me today. I got sick last night and I've been under the weather all day. I'm feeling a bit better this evening but I could use some more rest.

Pins and Needles

For the past few weeks I have been working on the family's Halloween costumes. It's been one of the biggest challenges to date. I'm not one for diving in without at least a modified tissue pattern on hand. So when I noticed that I had to free hand all 3 costumes in order to get the look I wanted, I was filled with fear.

Strangely enough it seemed to be coming along ok. I'm trying to finish Aurora's by the 25th at least. There a children's Halloween carnival I want to take her to. I think I can make it in time.

Miscommucation

She sees the jar of Baby Rub on the shelf and points.
"Tha!"
I reach up and hand it to her. Then ask,
"Do you know what that's for?"
She walks right to the door of her room, taps on it with her little finger and says,
"Ta thre."
I burst out laughing.

Back to basics.

I realized that I haven't really played with Blogger in a while. I finally updated my layout. I know it's ugly. One I get a handle on the new system (or old rather) I'll make it look better. For now enjoy one of the cookie cutter layouts.

Bloo...

I love it when Aurora learns something new. It's such a great moment when she actually understands it.

Today, during her bath, she was playing with her shampoo rinse cup. It's green with a blue rubber lip on it. While I was washing her toes she pointed to the blue lip and softly said "bloo." "Yes, that's blue," I replied.

I wasn't sure if she really knew it was blue or she was just saying the word. So I decided to test her. Later while I was dressing her for bed I asked her, "Show me something that blue." She then patted her blue bedroom wall and said, "bloo!" I was so happy I wanted to jump for joy. She got it she really got it! Then she point to the Mario decal on her wall and says "red." Yeah I about fainted after that.

She's growing up!

Wow, it's been almost a year since my baby came into this world. I can't believe how fast this first year came and went. Every week was different with her. She always did something new, it was amazing.

Oh something good happened last night. Aurora slept ALL night! Yeah she slept mostly though the night before, but would get up around 4 for a drink. I didn't mind waking up so I didn't try changing it. Well this morning when the alarm cock rang I turned to Will in shock. "Did you feed her?" I asked. "No," said Will. O.o Then I rushed to check on her and she was sound asleep.

He can be SO LAZY!

Ok, the baby has been sick since yesterday. She doesn't wanted to eat or sleep. Of course that means that Aurora and I are a bit edgy. For this I think I have earned my R2R (right to rant.)

Last night was so hard since there was nothing clean. I had to hand wash a sippy cup or bottle each time she woke up. While I was doing this she was upstairs screaming her lungs out. So to keep this from happing I tried to wash ALL the cups and bottles during the day. Of course I couldn't find the time.

Well, later Will wanted to help me. So I asked him if he could wash them for me. Out of a sink load he washes one! ONE! I was like WTF! I spend all night and day trying to get her to sleep and just caring for her and all he can do for me if wash ONE BOTTLE?! Then he says he's tired too...Hmm, If I remember right it was I who got up each time. I got close to 2 hours total of sleep last night and this morning. I'm WAY more tired then he is.

Anyway I dig up some energy and wash them. Oh, what was he doing this time, playing on he's computer, yeah! Then he tells me not to worry about cleaning...yeah, you do that, not me. Somehow I think he thinks all I do all day is play with the baby and fiddle with the computer. HA! I wish I could! Sure on the weekend when he is here to help I take advantage but my job is 24/7! I need a break too.

So what do I do the 2 hours (3 if I'm lucky) of total nap time? Well, I'm glad you asked!

1. Sometimes I nap with her. Especially on nights she decides to get up for a midnight snack or 2.

2.I pick up. It doesn't look like I do since this place gets SO messy fast. But believe me if I don't clean you will notice. (like today for example)

3.Hygiene. Sometimes I'm shocked that I can brush my teeth everyday. Showers are hit or miss since the pipes make noise.

4. Make something to eat. Even though this is #4 it's what I do most of the time. Sorry hunny but I don't do chicken nuggets. My food takes a little longer to prepare! Usually by the time I'm done eating she's wide awake.

5. Last but not least I care for the dogs. Poor things need attention too.

So when do I play on the computer? Well at night of course. Like most SAHMs (stay at home moms) it's the only free time we get. Hey what do you know it's night now! Wow go figure! >_<

She's coming home!

CALLIE IS COMING! I'm so excited! She's been away for so long! I can't wait for her to meet little Aurora. All this and my birthday is next Friday! Yes I am one happy girl right now. ^-^

Another sleepless night.

Aurora woke up at 9:30 screaming at the top of her lungs. Will and I tried to clam her but something is really bothering her. We gave her some Tylenol and went down stairs to watch her favorite show. She's clam and happy now. So happy she doesn't want to sleep. *sigh*

I still can't pinpoint whats wrong. It's either an ear infection or teething. I'm leaning toward teething since her gums are swollen and she has been biting her lip all day. She has no fever and when I press her ears it doesn't seem to bother her. Only once out of every 5 rubs does she bat me away or gets fussy. Hmm... I'm so confused.

I guess I'm on high baby alert tonight. Man I wish I got more sleep yesterday! *slaps forehead* d'oh!

A warm night

Well it looks like it's time to turn on the A/C. It's really warm tonight. So warm that I can't sleep and neither can Will. We're just chilling on the computers for now. Maybe I'll search Café Mom again. (woo hoo)

*stands up*
Hello, my name is Christina, and I'm addicted to Café Mom.

I'm not afraid to admit it. ^-^ I've met a lot of nice people on there. Like Will has said before, I need more friends around here. It's been hard since most of my friends moved away. The ones who did stay are not in the same stage in life. So talking about poopie diapers is not desired among them. Cé la ve!

Zoo Day

I had been looking forward to our trip to the Zoo all week long. Aurora got up an hour earlier than usual so I HAD hoped she would take her nap before hand. No such luck. She didn't want to nap at all today! She snoozed a bit during the sea lion show but that's about it. She didn't nap until 3:00 PM! That about 8 hours. That's the longest I've ever seen her go with out a proper nap. I guess she was just excited about our trip. ^-^

The zoo was PACKED. I haven't seen it that full since Mona's Birthday Bash(now known as Elephant Day since her passing.)There were 3 schools there and their parents and siblings. I'm surprised I even found the EP Café Mommies. When I drove up there was a huge gathering of parents and two school buses parked in front. I remember the security guard trying to organize it all.

I went in line to buy my ticket and got stuck behind the field trip organizer. "64 students" I heard her say. It took a while for them to process her. I'm just glad another volunteer opened a second window when she noticed how long it was taking.

We didn't stay as long as last time for 2 reasons.
1. She was very sleepy even though she was fighting it.
2. There were WAY TOO MANY PEOPLE!

Hopefully we can go again before the weather gets too hot.

Getting Better

The doctor gave Will a thumbs up on his progress so far. he still can't pick up the baby though but he can lift a little bit more weight.

They took off this bandages today. MAN! His scars look a hell of a lot better than mine. They are so tiny and you can mistake them for small moles. I'm SO jealous! Mine still look like half inch burns.

As for Aurora, she's doing better. She hasn't whined so far tonight. I just have to keep an eye on here since she keeps on shifting on to her tummy to sleep. I don't mind if she sleeps on her side but the tummy sleeping still scares me. I know she's not as mush as a risk for SIDS at her age, but I'm not taking any chances. No matter how much she cries, I'll still flip her on to her back.

It's zoo day tomorrow! I've been looking forward to it all week! I'm thinking about taking Will's camera instead of mine. I haven't decided fully yet. I'll make up my mind in the morning.

I should be sleeping.

Yeah its late, REALLY late. I just can't sleep. I have WAY too much on my mind. Most of it is useless worry. I kinda inherited the worry gene from my mom. I just wish I could turn it off.

Will, is doing well in the recovery department. Yet he still weighs heavy on my mind. I just don't want him to hurt. On top of that Aurora is getting ANOTHER tooth. She's getting one every 2 weeks it seems. Poor thing has been waking up every now and then whining. I just wish I could do more than just offer Tylenol and a prayer for both of them.

William is doing well! He is sore of course but other wise he's handling everything ok. I'm just glad he's able to recover here at home. When I got my gallbladder removed I was stuck at the hospital for almost a week! It's nice that he was out that evening.

As for me, well lets just say I've been better. With him still recovering and little Aurora to care for I've quite busy. It's nothing I can't handle, but I like to complain along the way. I'm just glad me family is happy and healthy.

Sneezy Weezy

Both Aurora and I are getting over a allergy attack. I'm shocked that she is just as allergic to grass I am.

We were outside playing in the front lawn. My Mom and Dad came over to help fix me my car. It was such a nice afternoon so I put a blanket on the grass so she could play. After a few hours of being outside I got very sniffly. Then I noticed my poor baby was feeling the same way.

It's been a little more than a day since then so we are feeling much better. I'm just on "ear infection" watch for now.

For those of you that know me, you are aware of my recent gallbladder removal. Well, tonight I'm afraid that my dear, sweet William may be going though the same thing.

I awoke to feed Aurora tonight and noticed that Will was not in the bed next to me. After searching I found him in the restroom downstairs. He was in a lot of pain and experiencing symptoms similar to myself several months ago.

He chose to go to the hospital to get help. To my dismay I was not the one chosen to go with him. He wanted his father to take him while I cared for our child. Now, I worry for him and hope he comes home well. Please pray for him.