11/14/20 – Your Best G Yet!

You went to bed so late last night that you slept until 9am & we skipped gymnastics. You still have a pretty good cough lingering. I let you sleep in because you needed the rest.

  • Not an early bird!

When you woke up, we showered and met Ms. Sandy & Dean for fancy breakfast. You were so excited to see her that you have been talking about it for days. You saw her after we jumped out of the car and ran up to give her a huge hug! She gave you a cool Christmas tree that will grow and you can decorate it. You were showing her how well you can write your name. You made your “G” the best you ever have!!!!! You two were so cute together…she missed you so much too!

When we finished, we went to Macy’s and you were carrying around my purse like you ran the place lol! I’m sure my purse weighs almost as much as you do! As usual, NOTHING can stop you!

We had to go home & get ready for our Christmas mini session in Venice. Daddy has been laughing at me because I booked 4 sets of Christmas photos and he said how many pictures do we need? lol

You were so smiley for your photo session. I snapped a few photos behind the photographer. You got to have a few photos with Olivia too, which you were super excited about. I love these sessions because they are cute & fast and we get the photos back quickly.

When we finished, we headed home because Grandma Noot was coming over to hang out with you. Daddy & I had another birthday dinner party tonight at the Romos house! What a week to celebrate! Auntie Marina came to pick us up and you were crying so hard when we left saying “I want my Daddy!” But you had fun with Grandma Noot & she texted me a few minutes later that you were all happy (of course naked again already) sitting on the couch eating and watching Bolt.

  • I want my Daddy!

You were up late last night and you fell asleep on the couch snuggling with Grandma Noot. Aunt Karen &Kylie drove from Ohio all day today to visit for a week. They arrived around 11p. Grandma Noot had to get up to answer the door and you woke up. Jackie surprised me at the party & when we got home you were so happy to see her! You of course didn’t want to go to bed even though you were tired. I finally got you to come to my room and lay on my bed. You asked me for a massage and you were like “ahhhhh it feels so good. Mommy’s massages are so much better than Daddy’s.” In two minutes, you were snoring like a chainsaw!

I love you so much!

11/13/20 – Jingle Bell Rock

Surprisingly, you were up and at ’em this morning even though you went to bed late. You had a good breakfast and were happy when we got to school.

On the way home from school, you were singing Jingle Bell Rock & it was making me laugh so hard. I was trying to get home quickly because Emily was coming to sit with you while Daddy & I went to Marcela’s house for a birthday party. When I drove by the rainbow car wash you insisted we turn around and go back through it. I did and you were very happy about it.

When we got home, you asked for scrambled eggs for dinner. You ate three and were still snacking. When Emily came you didn’t seem to recognize her, but you were happy with her. She said the second we left, you ripped your dress off and ran around in panties all night. You fell off the bar stool and landed hard on your knees so she called me. You were crying pretty hard, but I was able to calm you down and she texted me a short time later and said all was much better.

  • Tarzan in my bed

When we got home, you were still awake. You were so tired, but you held out for me. Usually, when I get home and snuggle with you, you are asleep in 5 minutes, but you were delirious and I couldn’t get you to settle down. You were climbing around on my bed like Tarzan and I was ready for sleep long before you were. It was around 12:30p before you were asleep.

I love you so much!

11/12/20 – Nakie Baby!

You popped out of bed and were running around naked this morning. You were piggy back riding on Daddy & cracking up laughing so hard! This was the first morning in about a week we could finally eat breakfast at home. It will be great to get back to our regular routine!

You had Spanish class tonight. When I picked you up Ms. Ida said today you guys worked on colors, but you knew them all already! When we got home, you ran to the front yard to pet the flamingos. I couldn’t believe they were still there!

We had to choose our photos from our Santa photoshoot last week. They were all so good it was hard to decide. I’m so glad we were still able to do it. The usual photographer, Christine didn’t offer the Santa Experience this year because of COVID which was so sad. After we finished, Daddy went to man night. You ran outside to kiss him goodbye again before he left. You were completely naked & didn’t care! Mr. Franklin was walking the block & cracked up laughing when he saw you. You & I jumped in the car & ran to get gas. When we pulled back into our neighborhood we saw Ms. Moe walking. She was excited to see you and you unbuckled & were hanging out the window in no time! We went home and watched Koala Kid in my bed. You were super wiggly & squirmy. You didn’t fall asleep until 10:20p!!

I love you so much!

11/11/20 – You Lied About Fancy Breakfast!

We had another house showing today so we couldn’t make breakfast. You wanted to take me to fancy breakfast for my birthday, but we really didn’t have time. You got distracted in the car, so I was able to drop you off at school without any further discussion about breakfast (I did feel bad about it because it was sweet that you wanted to go with me). When we got home however you told me that I lied to you and told you that we could go to fancy breakfast and then I didn’t take you!

We were able to negotiate a fantastic deal with one of the buyers who made an offer on our house last night. The buyer is even allowing us to rent the house back until our new house is ready. I’m so relieved we don’t have to move twice. I sat you down to tell you and you were very happy, because I was happy! This was an amazing birthday and this just iced the cake!

The tropical storm Eta, which was giving us trouble in Miami headed our way and today turned into a hurricane. I picked you up from school & we headed home because the rain was so heavy. Chrissy & Olivia came over and when Daddy got home from work, we had dinner. It was too yucky to go out to celebrate! We had an awesome dinner and you played hard. When we went to bed, I actually fell asleep with you. You were a little wiggly at first, but I think we fell asleep together. I could hardly sleep last night thinking about the two offers. I woke up and went to my room around 10:30p.

I love you so much!

  • Birthday lunch at the office!

11/10/20 – I’m Almost An Ice Cube!

This morning, you woke up at 7a and got yourself dressed. I asked if you had good sleep and you said “why yes!” We had two more house showings today so we weren’t able to make breakfast & mess up the kitchen. You were excited that meant we HAD to stop and get donuts! Before we left, you decided you needed to change your clothes because you needed to wear a pretty dress to your dentist appointment lol.

In the car on the way to Dr. Mac, I was singing and you said “Mom, can you please stop singing? I can’t enjoy the song if you are singing.”

I picked you up after Spanish class & I had to bring Harry because one of the showings was at 5:30p. You were so excited that he came to pick you up. You brought him to the gate so Ms. Ida could pet him. We headed home really quick to drop Harry off. In the car, you asked “can you turn down the air conditioner? I’m chilly!! I’m almost an ice cube!” That cracks me up because you are always hot! When we got home, you were playing in your kitchen and realized there was a new rolling pin. You ran into my room and said “thanks for the new rolling pin mom!” I was surprised you noticed!!

  • Riding home with Harry!
  • Ready to pague la cuenta!

We met Daddy at Mi Pueblo for dinner because again we have two more showings tomorrow. You were practicing “como te llamas?” which you had just learned in class today. You would yell it out randomly as servers walked by and then get made that they didn’t respond. I told you they weren’t having a conversation with you and didn’t know you were talking to them. You were still not happy about that lol.

Of course you wanted to ride home with Daddy. When I got home, I took you to bed and we read a few stories. You insisted on sleeping at the foot of the bed & you wanted Harry to sleep with you. I told you that you could sleep upside down if you just lay still and close your eyes. You were out in 5 minutes!

Grandma Noot received two offers on the house while I was in with you! I’m so excited to make progress toward making our dream home a reality!

I love you so much!

11/9/20 – Italian Passport Success!

You slept like a rock in your bed last night and woke up with dry night pants for the 3rd day in a row. We got dressed and ready earlier than expected, so we stopped for a quick bagel before heading to the Italian Consulate. In the car on the way there you said “Coffee is like when you are exhausted and you need to wake up” because you were worried Daddy might not get a coffee. Although the tropical storm wasn’t bad at all, all the Starbucks and donut shops were closed.

When we arrived at the Consulate, you were excited to be there. You played quietly and sat with Daddy while I was working with the Deputy. Because of the storm, the person who needed to finalize our marriage license, which allows them to register your birth in Italy, wasn’t there, so they have to mail your passport as soon as that is complete. I did receive mine and you wanted to hold it, look at it and carry it around. I was so happy to get it and when I finally had it in my hand, it made me tear up. I have waited 5 years for this day and I’m so grateful to pass Italian Citizenship on to you. I hope you love this beautiful country and appreciate your citizenship as much as I do.

  • Girl on a passport mission!
  • Afraid to get wet
  • You crack me up with crossed legs!
  • Passport Success!!

We headed back to hotel to pack up and hit the road back home since we couldn’t enjoy the pool. The drive was easy and not too much rain. We stopped in Naples for lunch. You never did nap which surprised me. We played lots of games and you quizzed us about words that started with letters you picked.

As soon as we got home, Grandma Noot asked if she could show our house at 6:30p so we unpacked quick and watched Lion Guard, so we weren’t tempted to tear up the toy room lol! We took Harry and went to Hob Nob for dinner since he needed to be out of the house too. You were grumpy at dinner and didn’t eat much. We had to stop at the office to grab groceries, which I accidentally had delivered there. Romo was still working and you were excited to show her that Harry was with us.

On the way home you were trying to fall asleep. I didn’t realize HOW tired you were. We went straight to bed and you were completely zonked out by 8:15p. You were a champ this weekend….really the last two weeks.

I love you so much!

11/8/20 – You Don’t Have to Sleep With Me

This morning, we had to get ready for our open house, get ready for photos with Santa and get ready to leave for Miami! You wanted me to paint your nails to match mine…red with Christmas trees, so I gave it a try! They were so cute!

We had a Santa experience photoshoot this morning and you got to write your letter to Santa and watch Frozen II while we waited for our turn. Daddy helped you with your letter and you threw me a few curveballs by adding some new things you hadn’t asked for before, like a toy sleigh, a snowflake toy and a Christmas tree toy. Then you said “you can tell the rest, I’m worried about the movie.” lol. During the shoot you got to make cookies with Santa, eat the cookies and you were so excited that you got a candy cane. I never actually let you eat one before and you were very excited to try it.

As soon as we left, you fell asleep in the car. We headed straight to Miami. We still are not sure if our passport appointment will be cancelled because of the storm (Hurricane Eta has had a crazy path and it’s still not certain if it will affect Miami). The drive was not bad, just light rain the whole way. You missed it because you slept 2.5 hours!

When we got to the hotel, you were excited to see our room and play. The wind and rain had really picked up. Daddy somehow got the window to open & you two were storm chasing from our room lol! We had dinner at the hotel so we didn’t have to contend with the weather. You changed into another dress & changed from Anna to Elsa braids a hundred times before dinner lol.

  • Face First Into Chocolate Ice Cream!

After dinner, the rain had stopped again, so we walked around the property to check it out. It was so pretty. The Biltmore Coral Gables has a 600,000 sq ft pool, which is one of the main reasons I booked it. Unfortunately, the weather didn’t permit us to swim! We headed back up to the room to play.

Of course, you stayed up a little later than usual because of your long nap. You & I headed to bed to snuggle and you told me “you don’t have to sleep with me Mama. You can sleep in your bed because it’s right there.” I asked if you were telling me to change beds. You said “no, you can stay here if you want. I’m just saying that you CAN go to your bed because I’m 4.” Good to know sweet girl. I told you I prefer to snuggle with you. You were out in no time.

I love you so much!!!!

11/7/20 – I Use These Things Now

This morning, you slept in until 8:30a & we skipped gymnastics to get more rest. You were still coughing last night and came to my room around midnight. When you woke up, your rolled over and gave me a huge hug. You were so excited to pack for Miami. We are leaving tomorrow after our Santa photos to get our Italian passports on Monday.

Daddy made breakfast and put your plate in front of you on the bar. You said “I want a big girl plate please. I’m 4 and a half, I use these things now!” After breakfast, you ran with me to the bank to get money orders for the passports & we ran some errands. All of a sudden you were starving & you asked to go to a restaurant, so we called Daddy to see if he wanted to meet us for lunch. He made a few suggestions and you said “how about Cheesecake Factory!” so that’s where we went!

After lunch, you went to Benderson Park with Daddy to play. You played on the play ground, ran through the maze and when you were finished you just wanted to sit in front seat with him and chat. I ran some errands and did some Christmas shopping since I had a few minutes alone.

When I got home, I needed to run to the office to finish some paperwork for our passports so you came with me. By the time we finished, you were starving again, so we met Daddy at Gecko’s. Very seldom do we eat out twice in a day and you thought that was pretty cool. You are the only kid I know who eats snack on the way into the restaurant! You were eating your leftover bread from lunch walking into Gecko’s.

After dinner, you took a nice long bath and then we watched Rio 2 for a little bit in my bed. I told you it was time to get night pants on and you insisted you still wanted to watch the movie. I told you we need to get some sleep because we are going to see Santa tomorrow. You said “I don’t want to see Santa!” I said, “you don’t? Why not?” You said, “I’m just fibbin’ I want to see Santa!” I turned on the weather channel because there’s a hurricane nearing Cuba and it may impact Miami, possible affecting our passport appointments. I said there’s a storm we need to watch. You said “oh man, that’s big!” then you rolled over and started snoring like a lawn mower! lol. I have no idea how you fell asleep so fast!

I love you so much!

11/6/20 – I Just Need to Rest

You coughed so much in the middle of the night that I decided to keep you home for the day. Chrissy and Olivia hung out with you for a couple of hours while I ran and did two closings. You all ate breakfast outside on the lanai and then you were playing. You both were running back and forth and you sat down and said running made your tummy hurt. Olivia went and asked if you were ok. You said “I’m ok Baby O. I just need to rest.”

I came back shortly after and we read books and snuggled for a bit. By 2p you were up and playing for the rest of the day. You definitely turned the corner. Grandma Noot called to check on you and she agreed to come over and hang out. We made dinner and you even ate some food finally!!!!

You got to do some Lingos with Daddy and then you were playing with your letter magnets with Grandma Noot. Somehow, you conned her into pretending to be Mufasa & you were Scar. You were throwing her off the back of the couch, reenacting the scene where he falls off the cliff. You were laughing soooo hard. It was good to see you feeling so much better!

I fell asleep with you in your bed and I didn’t wake up until after 11. I went to bed and then you came to my room not much after. I prefer to have you sleeping with me when you don’t feel good. You sleep so much better. I hope you feel better tomorrow.

I love you so much!

11/5/20 – I Want to Wait For Harry

We both stayed home today because you weren’t feeling good. You did eat an egg for breakfast and have some bunny crackers for a snack as well. We watched Toy Story 3 & 4 and snuggled on the couch. We had to get you dressed because Harold had to go to the groomer. You chose a Frozen nightgown & crocs!

When we got to PetCo you were an instant celebrity. Everyone was talking to you, asking you what your dog’s name is and one worker even took you to the treat bin and let you choose some treats for Harry. After we dropped him off, you sat down on the curb outside the store to wait for him. I told you we have to go because he’s going to be there for a long time.

You weren’t happy about leaving him, but you finally acquiesced. We FaceCalled Aunt Deb in the parking lot (you thought she needed the play by play update apparently lol) and then I tried to get you to eat lunch. You didn’t want anything. Not even ice cream! Instead, you asked to go to the library. You wanted to go to the library yesterday after pictures because we parked in their lot, but they didn’t open until 10. So, we went to Fruitville library & you got to pick anything you wanted. You handled your own checkout and scanned each book for the clerk. We left with about 30 books! We came home and immediately read at least half of them outside on the lanai! The weather was gorgeous.

I was surprised that you didn’t doze off and nap today. It was the perfect lazy day for it. You never did eat lunch. We went to get Harry when he was ready and we had some yogurt popsicles when we got back.

I made a grilled cheese for you for dinner. It took you all evening to eat it and you eventually ate 3 of 4 triangles. While you were watching TV, you grabbed your blanket and laid on the floor. All of a sudden you were out cold at 7:30p. I went to my room, turned down the bed and fluffed your pillow. I picked you up, carried you to my room and gently laid you in my bed. You immediately resumed snoring. Two minutes later, you were sitting straight up lol. We watched Ferdinand the Bull, you ate a little more of your grilled cheese and then you wrapped your arms around mine and were asleep in about an hour. You definitely need the rest.

I love you so much!

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