Bouncy Baby and Diva Sarah

Well, the kids are growing right up! Daniel is gaining weight now that he's on goats milk. His acid reflux was so bad he couldn't even handle formula. We even tried the expensive Nutramagin, but it didn't work. His little tummy is just so sensitive. Thank goodness for goats milk!! Now that he's growing, he's a very, very happy little baby. He loves to jump in his bouncer, unlike any other baby I've ever seen! He can go forever...well, not really...the poor kid does get tired. It's good to see him doing so well and acting like a normal baby and not always crying! I wish little babies didn't get acid reflux, but the poor things do. I'm just glad I've been able to find something his tummy can handle that doesn't hurt him.

Sarah is into EVERYTHING! I have to watch her like a hawk watches its prey. I turn around and she's into something else. She's so independent too that it makes things even more difficult. I stop to feed Daniel and I turn around and Sarah's into something else (most often paint or cutting things up with scissors). Recently she decided it'd be fun to explore the rooms upstairs that used to be mine, Liz's, and Becca's. Of course our old clothes were there and Sarah took it upon herself to try them on. Well, I can't say I was too upset at her. I loved to dress-up when I was younger. I suppose the saying is true. The apple doesn't fall too far from the tree. The picture is of Sarah wearing Becca's Thriller costume she made for Halloween years ago.

Lately Sarah has decided she doesn't need naps or to go down to her room for quiet time. It makes the day long for me, but I'll handle it. She's a cutie, even though she's into everything and sometimes belines it for the closest exit when she knows she's done something wrong. Since her days are longer, we've found that she's so pooped out at the end of the day that she'll fall asleep on the couch as I'm preparing dinner or taking care of Daniel. She's so tall too that she looks like a mini adult. I couldn't help but snap this picture of my 3 year old who thinks she's turning 16.

The weather last week was so nice. It felt like spring and I had to get out of the house! I gave Sarah her sidewalk chalks and we headed outside for some well needed sunshine. We had fun coloring and Daisy had fun playing with her tennis ball. Then...the weather turned and we were shoveling 1 1/2ft of snow!! Leave it to mother nature to strip away my bliss at the thought of an early spring. But at least we had a little taste of what we'll be getting in a few more weeks...or how things are currently looking...months.

Febuary

Last week Sarah attended a Tea Party at her cousin Abby's home. She had a ton of fun!! (She keeps asking me if she can go back to the Tea Party) All the kids were dressed in their Sunday best. We all learned about manners and how to act at the table. Then the kids played hide and go seek while we set all the stuff out to make Valentine cards. It was a lot of fun for the kids and Sarah had a blast. Sarah, Nana, and I made cupcakes to share. I was told they were yummy, and I'll just have to take all their words for it.

Daniel is growing right up. He's gaining weight too! He's such a loving and cute little boy. He loves to laugh and smile and does so if his little tummy isn't upsetting him. Jordan sure knows how to make the boy laugh, it's adorable!




The other day I was sitting on the floor playing with Daniel and Sarah was sitting with her back to the TV while Nana was watching FOX news. All of the sudden Sarah pukes all over the carpet. I looked at her with concern and asked if her tummy hurt. She nodded her head and stated in fear, "The penny!" I asked if she had swallowed the penny. With wide, blue eyes, she nodded her head in the affirmative. I then said, "Sarah, you're not supposed to eat pennies, they aren't good for you. Now you'll have to tell Mommy when you go potty so I can search for the penny." I explained as I traced my finger over her tummy that the penny would have to travel through her stomach, then through her intestines, and find its way out. Sarah thought for a moment then ran to the bathroom. She was in there for about 5 minutes and I began to wonder what was taking her so long. She came out with tears in her eyes. "Momma, I pushed and I pushed and I pushed, but the penny didn't come out!" I guess I didn't do a good enough job explaining that the penny would take a day or two to come out!! Needless to say, Sarah won't be swallowing any money any time soon! Two days after the incident, I had Grandpa wave a medal dector over Sarah to see if the penny was still inside of her (potty checks came out negative). We didn't detect anything, so it must've passed.

Well, Valentines Day was stressful, but good. I think it was all the candy Sarah had. Or perhaps it was because nothing went as planned that day at all. Daniel was throwing everything up and had a very upset tummy. I felt horrible. He'd been doing so well lately, it was hard for me to imagine he'd go right back downhill. But he did, poor thing! I'm sure today will be better though. Momma just has to stay away from ALL dairy products.

But the day got better when Sarah and I went to The Wizard of Oz at Sky View High. Sarah has been so attached to me lately I thought it wise to spend some time alone with her. I think it did her some good. She's so mommy needy all the time, despite how much attention I do give her during the day. I love her though, and I think it is a phase of some sort. I'll endure it, even if that means I have to put both kids to be ALL the time. I suppose every little girl does need their momma. I sure do love all my kids and I'm grateful for them and my wonderful husband who does a lot to help me out!!