8/22/20 – Oh God! I’ve Gotta Brush My Teeth!

I thought you were not going to want to get up today because you stayed up so late last night, but you were up at 7:45a & you were happy! You were awesome at gymnastics today. You are getting really close to making a real cartwheel!!! You were looking for us and waving to us a lot more than usual today & you listened much better to Coach Lexi (Charlotte wasn’t there so that helped you too)!

Daddy went to work after class & we met Ms. Sandy for fancy breakfast. You didn’t know we were meeting her & you were so excited when you saw her. After breakfast, we went to a tile store to look for tile for the bathrooms. You were looking forward to choosing some for your bathroom. Instead of looking much at tile, you were more interested in petting all the dogs there!!! You chose a marble sample that you wanted to bring home, so we bought it.

On the way home, you wanted to stop to say hi to Grandma Weezie so we called her to see if she was free. You asked her “can we come inside your home so I can pet your dog.” She said of course!!! She was making a cake for a dinner party tonight & you scammed a few bites of that of course! We took her to get an ice cream & brought Cowboy with us. You couldn’t believe a dog could get ice cream!

I kept talking about how tired I was & how I wanted to watch TV and rest when we got home. As soon as we got home, we went straight to my room, put on Rio 2 & I think we were both asleep in 20 minutes!! I napped for about 45 minutes and you slept another 30 minutes or so. I got up & showered, then I was working in the kitchen when you came out & said “good morning Mama! Did you have a good sleep?” I said absolutely. I started to ask you something & you said “Oh God, I’ve gotta brush my teeth!” and you took off running to the bathroom lol! After that, you took a super quick bath (usually you want to play, but not today) because you wanted to hurry up and get dressed in a fancy dress for your date tonight with Daddy. He came home from work while you were finishing in the tub & you wouldn’t let him see you until you had your fancy dress on!!! It was so cute!

Grandma Noot picked me up & we met Aunt Deb & Aunt Rina for dinner. You and Daddy got to hang out and play. He said you were looking tired when you guys were watching TV, but when you went to your room to go to bed, you got a second wind. It was around 11:15 before you were finally asleep.

I love you so much!

8/21/20 – I’m Going To Hold That Kiss In My Heart

This morning, you woke up & wanted to run upstairs to see Jackie. You came back down extremely disappointed that she had already left for work. You even cried a bit! When you went to get dressed for school this morning, you chose a long sleeve (tshirt material) Frozen dress, which I was ok with because it’s super rainy today so you will be inside all day. However, when you came out of your room, you also had on long pants. I told you that looked a little warm and you laughed saying “I want to wear winter clothes!”

Of course, after school Ms. Sandy texted me and said “School said Giovanna was dressed way too warm today so they had her change into a t-shirt & shorts.” No kidding – imagine that!!!

I came home early to start cooking because Jackie & the Romos were coming over for dinner. You & Ms. Sandy helped me cook & get ready for the party. You couldn’t stop talking about the churro cupcakes & I’m pretty sure you ate 4 of them lol. At the end of the night, Jackie was Facetiming with Baby Will. You were so excited to talk to him. She told him to blow you a kiss & he did. You said “Baby Will, I’m going to hold that kiss in my heart!”

It was getting late & I was talking to Jackie so Daddy took you to bed. It didn’t go well & you were still up at 11p. I took you back to bed after you and Daddy bickered about it for a bit and you were asleep in 5 minutes. I don’t think it bodes well for gymnastics tomorrow though!!!!

I love you so much!

8/20/20 – Pay Me A Dollar Daddy

Last night, you slept in your room all night. You woke up while I was biking because of scary dream. You told me all about it when I got home & you were already dressed with shoes and socks too!! You didn’t want Daddy to leave for work. You gave him two sets of hugs & kisses, then even ran out to his car.

You wanted to bring your microphone in the car & you wanted to Facecall Grandma Noot & sing to her! When we got to school, you wanted to show it to Ms. Ida as well at the gate. You worked hard to create a town in the blocks center this week. You were also working on some math skills creating & extending patterns. One of my favorite things you say is “patter-en”. I don’t think I will ever pronounce pattern correctly again!!

Daddy picked you up from gymnastics and you guys met me and Jackie at Wicked Cantina for dinner. On the way to dinner, you told daddy to pay you a dollar to hear you sing songs. Then you would give him the dollar back so he could request another song lol!

When we got home, we played a little, then you wanted to read Easter and Halloween books with Jackie that you found upstairs when you were following her around!!! So, she came with me to your room, laid in bed, we read Ferdinand, did two Kids Lingos and then she left so you could go to sleep. It was just a few minutes later and you were snoring.

I love you so much!

8/19/20 – Just Calm Down!

The discussion this morning was around getting another dog. You said “can I please have two dogs? I want a dog that’s bigger than Harry & his name is Captain.” I asked you what if we got another basset hound? You said “That would be awesome! I wanna get another basset hound!”

Today was parent orientation at school. Your picture on the handbook was sooo cute! When we got home, you sang Karaoke with Daddy, took a scooter ride around the block & got to pet Blue the new puppy!

When we headed to bed, you picked books for you and for me. You said “I know you love Ferdinand so I’m gonna get it. Just calm down!” Lol I was cracking up laughing!!

I love you so much!

8/18/20 – It’s A Beautiful Sunny Day!

When I got home from my bike ride this morning, you ran over to give me a kiss but were grossed out because I was so sweaty lol. You really wanted to wear your whale shirt with the pocket, but you had it on last night and got popsicle juice on it. You weren’t happy that you couldn’t wear a dirty shirt to school. You opted for your green twirly dress with shorts that have pockets instead. You keep trying to bring golf balls to school in your pockets.

As soon as we pulled out of the neighborhood on the way to school you exclaimed “it’s a beautiful sunny day! Cars are driving on the road!” You were so happy about how sunny it was!

Once we got to school, you were searching for seashells in the parking lot. Then, you told me that it’s pocket day and you need more shirts with pockets. I will be sure to note that when shopping for you lol.

After school, you & Ms. Sandy did a frog craft project from your big box. When I got home, you couldn’t wait to show it to me. While I was cooking dinner, you wanted me to play. I felt really bad asking you to wait… You said Mom, are you done with the sauce yet? You promised me you would play after the sauce!” When Daddy got home, he ate & then we took a bike ride around the block. You stopped to pet the brand new puppy the neighbors just got and you played with their kids. While we were talking Ms. Moe & Jack Daniels walked by, so of course you wanted to talk to her. We went with them and you were making Ms. Moe run to race you on your bike. You had so much fun, but were so sweaty. When Daddy came around the corner, you told Ms. Moe, “that’s MY Daddy!” and gave him a huge hug. We ended up outside for a little over an hour, so when we came home we had to head straight to your room. It was 9pm! We did one kids Lingo and snuggled to sleep.

I love you so much!

8/17/20 – Snuggling With You.

It was a really rainy day today. When I dropped you at school, you wanted to keep the umbrella lol.

I got home a little later than usual, so you guys had already eaten dinner. Even though it rained, my plants were still thirsty, so of course you got Daddy to drag out the hose.

After dinner, you were having a popsicle, then Daddy set up the new karaoke microphone that we ordered. You were soooooo excited!!! We all sang & danced, including Harry much to his dismay lol, all night. You have been waiting so long for this!

After the karaoke concert, we headed to bed to read and do Kids Lingos. When we finished, you rolled over, wrapped your arms around me and said “Mom. You know what’s the best? Snuggling with you!” That was just what I needed after a long, crazy day!

I love you so much!!!!!!

8/16/20 – You Look All Alone

You woke up asking what time it is. You told Daddy “You look all alone!” Then laid in between us and said “I love you Mom & Dad!! I’m gonna keep you all day and night!”

We decided to go to breakfast at the Blue Dolphin Cafe on St. Armand’s to let you try the grilled blueberry muffins! You were so excited you wanted to wear your princess crown, “fancy shoes” & a twirly dress. You wanted one piggy tail braid & one french braid!We haven’t been there in years….I don’t think since you were born. It’s just inconvenient enough that we don’t go. I was looking so forward to it, but it was just not very good. I was disappointed. After we left, we drove past Lido Beach & decided to stop there for a potty break. We found cute concrete beach balls & of course I had to take your picture. Sometimes, you actually ask me out loud why I take your picture so much! I literally just don’t want to forget anything. I absolutely love being your Mom & since I can’t freeze you where you are, I will just take an insane amount of pictures & document as much as I can lol!

While we were at the beach, Chrissy invited us to her nephew Jaxson’s 1st birthday party. There was a huge inflatable water slide, which I knew you would LOVE!!! Plus, you always have fun playing with Kingston. So, we went home, changed into your swimsuit, then went to get him a gift. You carefully selected the toy you wanted to give him, but also chose a dog bone for Harry. Although it was about time for the party, you insisted on going home first to take Harry his bone. I told you that will make us late for the party. You asked “Will I miss the party if we go home, or just be late.” I said we would just be late. You said “that’s ok, let’s go home first and I will just be late.” Harry never has cared about bones like that, but I didn’t have the heart to bust your bubble. I thought it was better to just waste the money on something he would never use lol. After stopping home to surprise Harry, we finally arrived at the party around 2:30p. You never even stopped to eat lunch. You played so hard the entire time. You were rough housing with Kingston & his friend, both of whom are 6, but you hung with the boys and gave it right back! Your only concern was where the birthday cake is. They served donuts instead of cake. Of course you had one, but still inquired as to where the cake is lol. When I finally got you off the water slide, I tried to get you to eat a little & got you in your jammies dress. Then, you were playing with the boys. You scammed a Woody costume out of them even though it barely fit you!

After the party, Katrina sent us home with a huge Buzz Lightyear rocketship that she made. We can use it for trick or treat! It’s so huge, one of the guys had to bring it in his pick up truck. We had to call Daddy & have him meet us at the storage unit. He was less than excited lol but when he saw how cool it was & how happy it made you he was happy too. You insisted that the Woody costume be stored with the Rocketship. When we got home, we took a bath & then hit the bed. You were exhausted!!!!

I love you so much!

8/15/20 – Golf Ball Store

I picked you & Baby Olivia up and took you to gymnastics. Chrissy said you were perfect last night and a very good listener!! I’m so proud of you! On the way there, Daddy stopped at the golf ball store because you wanted to get a red & a pink ball. We were actually running a little ahead of schedule & the store was close to the gym, so we surprised you & took you there before class!

Baby Olivia was so excited to see you at gymnastics. She kept pointing to you and squealing!!! After class, we came home and you played with her. You guys had lunch and then it was time for her nap. While I put her down to nap, you & Daddy took your car for a spin around the block!

While Olivia was sleeping, you were laying on Daddy watching a movie, but you didn’t fall asleep. When she woke up, you guys were playing with Connect 4 and had an early dinner. You were so sweet, feeding Olivia and explaining what’s on her plate. Chrissy came around 5:30p & hung out until Olivia needed to go home to bed. You went to bed a little late last night & you were both awake very early, so we headed to your room very shortly after that & you were passed out at 8:15!!!

I love you so much!

8/14/20 – You Don’t Say ANY Bad Words

Today, you decided you needed to wear 8 hair bows to school.

You had a sleepover with Chrissy & Baby Olivia. On the way there, you were telling Auntie Rina “You don’t say ANY bad words. You don’t say No, You don’t say Shut Up, You don’t say Stupid”. You keep catching me in a story saying something is stupid or saying shut up in disbelief. You call me out every time!!!

You were so excited to swim at Chrissy’s that you wore your swimsuit there. You & Olivia swam, had popsicles, took a bath, played & ate diner. You told Chrissy you were in charge of Baby Olivia & Chrissy was in charge of you! Chrissy also told me you scammed her into two cookies instead of one because they were stuck together! You & Olivia were so sweet sleeping together.

I love you so much!

  • 2 cookies!!!

8/13/20 – Daddy Came Back For You…

This morning you were slow to get up again because you went to bed sooo late. When you did get up, you wanted my help picking a fancy dress to wear to school. You chose your dress, put on your panties and shorts, but had a crying meltdown when I asked you to pick socks and shoes. You were laying on the floor wailing about how you didn’t want to go to school!! When I offered you half a PB&J sammie for breakfast, you got smiley fast lol. Then you finished the eggs Daddy made you. You sang some creative songs on the way to school. We were a little early and you were happy to be there!

Daddy met you at gymnastics. You had fun with Coach Nickie doing popcorn with you on the giant trampoline. When I got home, you helped me make pizza. Daddy was leaving with Mr. Tom for man night. When he left, you realized he forgot his special green golf ball. You were so sad he was gone and that he left without his ball that you were crying hard. I asked if you wanted to call Daddy and you said yes. When he heard how upset you were, he drove back to give you a hug & kiss and to take the golf ball. You were still a little sad, waving goodbye to the boys, but then Grandma Noot pulled up for girls night! She brought you a surprise Mermaid sign for your room.

After dinner, we watched the Peanuts movie and had chocolate chip cookies. When it was bedtime, you asked Grandma Noot to come with us and you had her read How to Catch A Mermaid. I read Ferdinand & you read your manners books. When we all finished reading, she gave you kisses & left. You snuggled with me and we listened to Moana. You sang for a minute and then were asleep about 15 minutes later.

I love you so much!