Another pretty day in South Carolina. Feel a little sad as the week is coming to an end and I am having a lovely time but excited to see Matt.
Today's positives:
1: Thanks to my lovely Mum looking after Gracie this morning, James and I got to go back to bed for a while and take a lovely nap together.
2: Grammy and Gracie seemed to have had a lovely morning. They had breakfast together out on the balcony and watched the Wiggles.
My Mum also told me to add this: This morning while J and I were napping he woke up crying and as soon as G heared him she ran to the toy box and grabbed his rattle and then ran to the bedroom to try and cheer him up.
3: We took Gracie to Bakers Sweets for a cake. It had M&M's in it and I think she quite enjoyed it.
4: Mum took the babies to her place of work to pick up her check and maybe show them off a little ;)
5: We came home and had a nice afternoon of Veggie Tales and finger puppet making.
6: Gracie was very excited when Grandpa got home from work.
7: I am very proud of Gracie for going to bed in a regular bed and not climbing out once! I think she may be ready for her big girl bed.
Hope everyone has a nice weekend ahead of them!
Goodnight all
- Sophie
365 Days of Positive Parenting
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Friday, June 1, 2012
Sunday, May 27, 2012
Day 52: Iris festival.
Today started with a visit to my mum's awesome garage workshop. I got to have ago at enameling a bead and almost burnt her arm off... Definitely singed a few hairs. It was fun if not a little scarey.
Then this afternoon was the Iris festival. It wasn't as big as last year. Which may be because we went on the last day and everything had already happened.. It was pretty hot but had some neat things to see and do. I am hoping to go next year when Gracie will be old enough to do most of the activities.
Today's positives:
1: Gracie enjoyed the crepes and fruit Grammy made her for breakfast, she also enjoyed her first veggie curry with naan bread for dinner. I was very impressed that she also liked and ate 2 whole mushrooms.
2: Gracie enjoyed looking at (from a distance) goats, llamas and camels at the iris festival.
3: James was snuggled to sleep by Grammy at bedtime. First person besides me he has fallen asleep on. It was also the first time he has had a paci and kept it in.
Having a hard time remembering a lot of today as we have all had a very sleepy day!
I am very much ready for bed! Even if I am sleeping next to a squirmy 17 month old.
Goodnight all
-Soph
Then this afternoon was the Iris festival. It wasn't as big as last year. Which may be because we went on the last day and everything had already happened.. It was pretty hot but had some neat things to see and do. I am hoping to go next year when Gracie will be old enough to do most of the activities.
Today's positives:
1: Gracie enjoyed the crepes and fruit Grammy made her for breakfast, she also enjoyed her first veggie curry with naan bread for dinner. I was very impressed that she also liked and ate 2 whole mushrooms.
2: Gracie enjoyed looking at (from a distance) goats, llamas and camels at the iris festival.
3: James was snuggled to sleep by Grammy at bedtime. First person besides me he has fallen asleep on. It was also the first time he has had a paci and kept it in.
Having a hard time remembering a lot of today as we have all had a very sleepy day!
I am very much ready for bed! Even if I am sleeping next to a squirmy 17 month old.
Goodnight all
-Soph
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Day 21: Half a week down! Almost the weekend.
Well today was busy. We hung out with Cousins A and G this morning and had fun. Ran errands this afternoon. Then we had yummy roast veggies for dinner, followed by a nice evening stroll with the dog.
Oh and I just want to put out there that, my hands feel super soft from the baby wipes made with baby oil. Thank you Auntie Shay you where totally right!
Today's positives:
1: Cousin A and James had a lovely cuddle this morning (pic below)
2: James and I had a lovely long cuddle this evening after Gracie went to bed, which is unusual because he normally goes to bed first.
3: Gracie climbed up in my lap with her baby doll and snuggled the doll and cuddled in to me. It was kinda special.
4: It was lovely to see all the kids lined up on the sofa this morning enjoying their breakfast and watching "Land before time"... A kids movie I liked when I was their age!
5: When I bathed James tonight, I laid him on his diaper changing mat while I went to go tip out the bath water. When I came back Gracie was drying him off with his towel and mothering him, and she bent down and gave him a big kiss.
I just love how much my babies love each other. I don't think anything could make me happier as mother.
Also, to anyone who reads this, if you could keep my sister in law Elizabeth in your prayers. She is due anytime in the next few weeks and is planning a home birth. Please pray for a quick and easy delivery and for strength. It is much appreciated :)
Goodnight all
-Soph
Oh and I just want to put out there that, my hands feel super soft from the baby wipes made with baby oil. Thank you Auntie Shay you where totally right!
Today's positives:
1: Cousin A and James had a lovely cuddle this morning (pic below)
2: James and I had a lovely long cuddle this evening after Gracie went to bed, which is unusual because he normally goes to bed first.
3: Gracie climbed up in my lap with her baby doll and snuggled the doll and cuddled in to me. It was kinda special.
4: It was lovely to see all the kids lined up on the sofa this morning enjoying their breakfast and watching "Land before time"... A kids movie I liked when I was their age!
5: When I bathed James tonight, I laid him on his diaper changing mat while I went to go tip out the bath water. When I came back Gracie was drying him off with his towel and mothering him, and she bent down and gave him a big kiss.
I just love how much my babies love each other. I don't think anything could make me happier as mother.
Also, to anyone who reads this, if you could keep my sister in law Elizabeth in your prayers. She is due anytime in the next few weeks and is planning a home birth. Please pray for a quick and easy delivery and for strength. It is much appreciated :)
Goodnight all
-Soph
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Day 20: Cloth diapers
Okay so I think we are chicken pox free... Gracie had a bizarre rash but thankfully it's now almost cleared up. Day one of cloth diapering has gone pretty good. No big disasters! Oh and we got to go to the park for the first time in a week!
Today's positives:
S: James ate an animal cracker today. He was crying for Gracie's snack so I had intended only for him to suck on it for a moment but by the time I pulled it back out it had turned to mush and been swallowed. He did his best to get more but have decided to postpone the solid solids lol.
M: Gracie came running out of the bathroom with some toilet paper blowing her nose and then proceeded to run over and blow my nose. It was cute :)
S: Gracie climbed up in my lap and gave me a tight hug around my neck. Kinda made my day :)
M: James and I sat and watched the river behind our house flowing for a long time this afternoon.
S: I enjoyed walking around the pond this evening. We blew bubbles as we walked.
M: Gracie had a fun time at the park chasing her cousins and squirrels.
Well today was a nice day. I hope you all had a great Tuesday!
Goodnight
-Matt n Soph
Today's positives:
S: James ate an animal cracker today. He was crying for Gracie's snack so I had intended only for him to suck on it for a moment but by the time I pulled it back out it had turned to mush and been swallowed. He did his best to get more but have decided to postpone the solid solids lol.
M: Gracie came running out of the bathroom with some toilet paper blowing her nose and then proceeded to run over and blow my nose. It was cute :)
S: Gracie climbed up in my lap and gave me a tight hug around my neck. Kinda made my day :)
M: James and I sat and watched the river behind our house flowing for a long time this afternoon.
S: I enjoyed walking around the pond this evening. We blew bubbles as we walked.
M: Gracie had a fun time at the park chasing her cousins and squirrels.
Well today was a nice day. I hope you all had a great Tuesday!
Goodnight
-Matt n Soph
Saturday, April 21, 2012
Day 17: Oreo Truffle night
Today was a fun day. We had family pictures taken at the park this morning bright and early. We are so excited and thankful to the lovely lady who came and took the pictures! Then we had a nice afternoon playing as a family until Daddy had to go to work. Then I got to make Oreo Truffles... A total mess to make but tasty! (if you want the recipe google Oreo Truffles)
Today's positives:
1. When we had pictures taken this morning Gracie managed to blow bubbles for the first time!
2. We had to go grocery shopping this afternoon and both the kids behaved perfectly around the store. Nobody had a meltdown or cried!
3. We got to play and hang out together for a long time before Matt went to work.
4. Gracie ate all of her dinner and took a bath and stayed relaxed the whole time.
5. Gracie helped me bathe her brother by washing him with the wash cloth.
6. Both babies went to bed no fuss and strait to sleep at bedtime.
A very peaceful family day!
Matts post is below
Goodnight all
-Soph
Matthew:
Today we had a family photo shoot. It was adorable watching Gracie run around at the park and "pose" for pictures. James did really well too and I can't wait to see the pictures of our beautiful babies.
Later in the afternoon before I had to go to work James was laying on his play mat and Gracie came over and stood looking at him and they were just grinning at each other.
Today's positives:
1. When we had pictures taken this morning Gracie managed to blow bubbles for the first time!
2. We had to go grocery shopping this afternoon and both the kids behaved perfectly around the store. Nobody had a meltdown or cried!
3. We got to play and hang out together for a long time before Matt went to work.
4. Gracie ate all of her dinner and took a bath and stayed relaxed the whole time.
5. Gracie helped me bathe her brother by washing him with the wash cloth.
6. Both babies went to bed no fuss and strait to sleep at bedtime.
A very peaceful family day!
Matts post is below
Goodnight all
-Soph
Matthew:
Today we had a family photo shoot. It was adorable watching Gracie run around at the park and "pose" for pictures. James did really well too and I can't wait to see the pictures of our beautiful babies.
Later in the afternoon before I had to go to work James was laying on his play mat and Gracie came over and stood looking at him and they were just grinning at each other.
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Day 15: Happiness is a sleeping baby
Today was a pretty normal day. Kinda quiet and sleepy. We got to enjoy a nice thunderstorm with lots of heavy rain. Quite relaxing! Today we also made our first batch of homemade wipes.
I have had a lot of people asking HOW DO YOU MAKE WIPES, so for all those interested...
Handful of wash clothes, 1 cup warm water, 2tsps baby oil, 1tsp of baby body wash.
Next week we also plan on starting cloth diapers again. YAY!
Today's positives:
S: Gracie climbed up on the toilet (lid down), I had just checked her diaper and was starting to make the wipes. I had to run to my room to grab something and when I came back there she was sitting. She was making her "I'm going to the bathroom face" and when I checked her she needed to be changed again. I am hoping this is a sign of being ready to potty train as she has shown keen interest in bathroom activity recently.
M: Tonight after I bathed Gracie, instead of me putting on her lotion, she did it herself. Instead of putting it in her mouth she actually rubbed it all over her tummy!
S: I enjoyed rocking in the rocking chair with James, watching the rain while Gracie played.
M: After I got home from work I got to cuddle James for a long time, who was full of smiles. :)
S: Gracie ran up and gave her brother a big kiss on the lips, at which he gave a big smile.
Also today, Matthew decided he would like to try us being vegetarian for a while. He wants to live a long and healthy life and I want the same for the kids. I am very excited as I used to live that lifestyle before we met. I never wanted to push him (as it's just not for everyone) but it was always hard to do for just me.
He does plan on eating the occasional fish and hunting at some point.
Like I said, a very quiet normal day.
Good night
-Matt and Soph
I have had a lot of people asking HOW DO YOU MAKE WIPES, so for all those interested...
Handful of wash clothes, 1 cup warm water, 2tsps baby oil, 1tsp of baby body wash.
Next week we also plan on starting cloth diapers again. YAY!
Today's positives:
S: Gracie climbed up on the toilet (lid down), I had just checked her diaper and was starting to make the wipes. I had to run to my room to grab something and when I came back there she was sitting. She was making her "I'm going to the bathroom face" and when I checked her she needed to be changed again. I am hoping this is a sign of being ready to potty train as she has shown keen interest in bathroom activity recently.
M: Tonight after I bathed Gracie, instead of me putting on her lotion, she did it herself. Instead of putting it in her mouth she actually rubbed it all over her tummy!
S: I enjoyed rocking in the rocking chair with James, watching the rain while Gracie played.
M: After I got home from work I got to cuddle James for a long time, who was full of smiles. :)
S: Gracie ran up and gave her brother a big kiss on the lips, at which he gave a big smile.
Also today, Matthew decided he would like to try us being vegetarian for a while. He wants to live a long and healthy life and I want the same for the kids. I am very excited as I used to live that lifestyle before we met. I never wanted to push him (as it's just not for everyone) but it was always hard to do for just me.
He does plan on eating the occasional fish and hunting at some point.
Like I said, a very quiet normal day.
Good night
-Matt and Soph
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