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Toddlers Today's MomsTalk Archive Crystal adn Darrel here. Not much is new here. Darrel was in the silliest mood yesterday. All day, he was being real goofy. We went to KMart to look at clothes for some of my friends' babies birthdays. One of the birthdays coming up within the next month is a girl. So, I was looking at girl clothes. Everytime I picked up an outfit, Darrel would start shaking his head "no" and laughing at me. Soon, he was shaking his whole body. It was too funny. Then, we went to a friend's house so he can play with one of his friends. First of all, Darrel would not sit down. He had to stand up the whole time we were there. Of course, he had to hold onto something. When his friend started to eat, he had a fit, so he had to eat, too. When he wasn't being fed fast enough, he started growling at everyone. At KMart, I picked up a doll for his girlfriend. Everytime he saw the doll, he started laughing and shaking his body again. When we finally got home last night, I was talking to my mom and one of the cats was laying on my dad's pool table. I was standing by the pool table where the cat was, and I was holding Darrel. He dept reaching down and saying "Ki. Ki. Ki." It was so cute. Well, my parents cats are afraid of him even though he's not very rough with them. Sometimes we're rougher with them than he is, and they enjoy it. So the cat got up and left, and Darrel started cracking up. And, of course, Darrel did not want to go to bed last night. He wanted to stay up and play. Wrong answer to that question. I keep having these dreams that Darrel is walking. The other night, I had a dream that we went to the park and he started running away. Last night, I dreamed that he was walking. We were at a friend's house, and he just took off. I have always had a feeling that he'll be one of those who just takes off without a moments notice. CathyG: Thanks for those thoughts. It makes me feel a little better. Darrel did stand up for a few moments yesterday, but once again, I had to trick him into it. We were getting ready to go to KMart, and I had to put Darrel down so I could get his sippy cup. Darrel didn't sit like he normally does. He kept his legs straight so he stood up. But, as soon as he realized that he wasn't holding onto anything or that I wasn't holding him, he sat down. That was the first time in a few months that he would stand without his shoes on. Normally when he can be tricked, he will only stand with his shoes on. Darrel has always stood flat, from the time he was able to bear weight on his legs. Every once in a while I find him on his tippy toes now, but it's very rare. Probably about once every few weeks. Thanks again. Tracey: Dillon is ahead. I'm sorry that you're so sore. I hope you get to feeling better. Well, that's all for now. I'll talk some more later. Crystal and Darrel 12 months email: cjeanmurphy@yahoo.com Sunday, August 29, 1999 at 11:28:10 (MDT)) Hello everyone..... Thanks again for all the well wishes, I really needed them. Things went better today. I'm just trying to make it day by day... (Listen to me I sound like a greeting card commercial :) ) I spend a lot more time with Dusty this weekend. We went with my Mom and Dad to their company picnic. Boy was it hot!!! And poor little Dusty just keep going and going, just like the energizer bunny, I though he was going to pass out I put him in the kiddy pool to cool him off then I like to never got him out. I really need to get him swimming lessons, I think he is a natural. He has no fear what so ever. Today Dusty sat down at his little table and ate a whole happy meal all by his self for the first time. I know it sounds corny, but he is growing up so fast. And I can now almost get a conversation out of him, some of it is still uncomprehendable. What age do they start making more sense? I wish I had my camera just now, Dusty is not thrilled with me being on the computer, and he did the cutest thing with his eye brows... I always miss the good ones....:) He into the pixit (Fix it) stage, He brings me all his toy to pixit. Well I guess I have jabbered enough....See I am a little better.....Just need time. Gotta go and get things ready for work. Boy does that come to soon....Thanks again....I Love You all... God Bless Missy & Dusty email: terrym@safeconnect.com Sunday, August 29, 1999 at 19:34:21 (MDT)) Hey there sexy ladies and beautiful babies. I hope that you all are having a great weekend. I have been waited on hand and foot all weekend but I would much rather be feeling up to par so I can do it all myself. You know what would be better than that? Felling good and getting waited on hand and foot all weekend. LOL Well let's see here. I am making sure that Dillon is winning the contest because I swear to you all that all I have done today is sit here and connect and vote and then disconnect and then reconnect again and vote and so on. So he is in first place and let's hope that he stays there. That bad thing is that he will have to be in the contest again because the winner is in the finals and then who ever wins then gets the $300 in prizes. So I will perch my big behind here and vote day and nite if I must. LOL Dillon has been sleeping all day long and I do mean all day. I bet the whole day he has only been up 3 hours. I am quite sure that he is going to be up all night. I don't know why he is so tired because he slept good last night. It kind of worries me. I doubt very seriously that he is going through a growth spurt at his age. Boy he is really growing and doing so many more things lately. He can now get up on the couch by himself so I know that he is getting taller. He thinks he is so big when he is up there watching tv. He will just sit there and watch like he knows exactly what is going on. Also he will stand in front of the tv sometimes and try to grab stuff on there. That is so funny. Well I am feeling so much better today than yesterday. I felt like death warmed over yesterday and could hardly even get off the couch. Today I can actually walk and run if needed and eating is alright also but not without pain. It isn't that bad though. Well it is still dry and hot here and it does not look like it is going to change anytime soon. When my SIL came the other night and stayed I had a chance to talk to her and I found out all the hell that she has been going through for years with my brother. To tell the truth I would have left him along time ago. While she was 7 months pregnant she walked in and he was kissing and rubbing on her cousin and then he has also messed around with another lady. Then a couple of weeks ago he had her down on the floor by her throat. He needs some help bad if he wants her back and I don't know if he is man enough to admit it or not. Let's hope so. CRYSTAL- Darrel seems like he was just in a silly mood yesterday laughing at everything. His picture is so cute. Got yourself a blondie huh? I have one too but mine is a girl with beautiful eyes. It is a shame that she is never going to be allowed to date. LOL Dillon just started saying KI KI also because my MIL's dog is named Kitty so he can say that now. Dillon was one of those that just started taking off walking and I am sure that Darrel will be walking next time you turn around. PATTY- Don't worry about Jarin being small. Like I told you before, Taylor was only about 18 pounds and 26 1/2 inches tall when she turned 1 and Blake was only 17 pounds and 27 inches tall. I know that Jarin is bigger than that. I hope that he had a ball at his party and made a huge mess of his cake for Tom to clean up. LOL Let us know about what you find out at the doctor tomorrow. CathyG- Sounds like you were having a nice quiet time when you posted yesterday. Wish I knew what that was like. There is never a quiet time around this house. The TV or something always has to be on and I mean all the time. We even sleep with the TV on. How cute, Dillon woke up and he is clapping for us now. What a doll. Don't you just love all that unwanted advice. It would have really made me mad also. My friend sells all that Creative Memories stuff but it is just too expensive for me. Missy- Please tell us what is going on so we can help you with it. We want to know so that we can pray for you and can talk to you about it. We love you and hate it when you are hurting. Kelli- Take those short naps and live with them. You know, they are better than no nap. LOL Your DH was so funny with that cologne and other stuff. I swear that my husband takes longer to get ready to go somewhere than I do. DH didn't stay home with me on Friday, that is why I got my SIL to come and stay with me. The kids had such a good time playing together. I can't believe you got that many outfits for under $100 . You must be a great bargain shopper. Rita- Hope that you and the family are doing well. Helen- Great words of wisdom you gave to Lisa. I feel the same way you do. It seems that you enjoy and appreciate your child more when you have had a couple already. I guess it is that you just don't worry as much or you know how fast they will be growing up or what but I am so in love with Dillon and I love everything about him. Even his stinky diapers. LOL How cute that you can hear her jumping in her bed. Glad that your kids had a nice time at golf lessons. LisaB- I hope that Max had a nice birthday and don't worry. We all feel the same way when our babies turn one. There is still so much more to look forward to though, believe me, with this being my third, I know all about it. Julianne- I am so glad that our life insurance does not do that to us. We have it through DH's job so it is nice to know that it is just taken out of his paycheck and we don't have to do anything else with it.When my DH goes outside Dillon throws a fit to go out with him. If he does not take him then it just breaks his heart. He is definitely an outside boy. Too funny that you will not touch the fish with your hands. I grew up in the country so I am used to all that kind of stuff. Well I gotta go feed my little piglet now so I will talk to you all tomorrow. Smile and remember that I love you! Tracey and Dillon email: battnt@mindspring.com Sunday, August 29, 1999 at 20:04:18 (MDT)) Hello Ladies, Kahne here I wont be posting much this week, with the wedding being saturday and all. I have to admit I am getting nervous! I got my veil today, beautiful! My grandmother is a wonderful seamstress (she made the dress and veil). Most of the final things are done, just nitpicky things that come up. The bridesmaids dresses are just as pretty, a deep purple. I cant wait to get pics to show all of you. I have the last little flowers to order, and we are having trouble with the tuxes. Aggrivating crap, lol. Cat went to her cousins party today. She got in a "big" pool for the first time today. She swam and splashed and had a great time. She ate too much cake and ice cream, she is so cute. :0). She was the hit of the party, with her little swimsuit! I have some pics of her with her daddy in the pool. He looks so handsome! People were freaking out cause they still see steve as a little boy, not a grown father-type. His cousin found some grey hairs, and we all laughed at him, hehe. I am in a good mood today, we have one of our favorite Aunts staying with us for a while. She is one of those people who are just great to be around. She is a lot of fun, and I hope she stays for a while. She loves Cat, and that makes anybody great in my book! I have to miss my first class in the morning. Of all the things to forget with the wedding, we forgot the liscence and blood test!!!! So we have to go get it in the morning! OOPS< LOL. I have a couple of personals: Crystal** What a silly boy! When am I getting more pics??? He is quite a cutie! Tracey** You are making me nervous about my surgery! I have been voting for dill pickle every chance I get! He is a cutie, too! :o) Missy** I agree with Tracey, perhaps we can help.... Gotta Run! Love you all! Have pics soon, I will miss all of you this week, and pray for me and my new marriage! I love all of you!! Kahne and Cat 8 months email: skcx2@fnbop.com Sunday, August 29, 1999 at 22:22:00 (MDT)) Hi everyone, it's Debbie. Hope you all are doing great. I've been really busy, trying to clean out closets, drawers, you name it. Just trying to get rid of junk. Maddie is no help either. Whatever I throw away, she drags it back out to play with. Oh well, it will get done somehow. Maddie is doing very well. Her vocabulary is expanding more each day. She cracks me up with the things she says at times. Still in diapers, but after the move we are going to really work on it. LisaB & Max - Happy Belated Birthday and Welcome to the Toddler side. Received your pictures the other day, Max sure has grown into a handsome little guy. Patty & Jarin - Happy Belated Birthday and Welcome to you too! Hope things go better this week for you. Kelli - I received your pictures too. Elizabeth is a doll. What a nice looking family you have. Beth - I also received you pictures, and you too have a great looking family. Looks like Allison is a little ham when it come to the camera. Rita - Hi, thanks for the picture info last week. I didn't even know you received my pictures. Does Maddy ever crawl into Amy's crib? I can't keep Maddie out of Emilee's. I think this is the only thing I'am stressing out about is having these two in one room. Hello to everyone else. Hope you're all doing well. It's my bedtime, so I'll talk to you all later. Debbie & Maddie email: gregndeb@qnet.com Sunday, August 29, 1999 at 23:11:24 (MDT)) Crystal and darrel here. I am no longer worried about Darrel. He took care of y fears about him not standing allone yesterday. He stood up completely on his own will for more than a few moments. He stood by himself for a good 10-15 seconds. He was wobbly, but he didn't seem scared or anything. Darrel just didn't want to got to the doctor in a few weeks. Soon, he'll be walking. Scarey. It's so hard to imagine a 29 inch person walking arounnd all the time when you're so used to that little person crawling. It's almost seems that the 29 inch person shouldn't be walking, that he or she needs to be carried everywhere. Missy: I agree with Tracey and Kahne. We'll all be more than happy to help you in anyway we can. Talking about it may help yu to deal with it. There have been several times that I've had prblems with my husband and have posted about it, and it helped me get things into perspective. We're all here for you, Missy. You are our friend, and we love you. Please, do let us help you. Kahne: I am sending more pictures out today. I'd love to see a picture of Cat. Tracey: Darrel doesn't exactly have blonde hair. It just like it because of the lighting. His hair is actually the color of his skin. Maybe a shade or two darker. Darrel is so dark that it's not even funny. Many people who see him for the first time think he has a tan. but he doesn't. Darrel got bit by the silly bug again yesterday. I was cleaning my room, and Darrel wanted to help. And help is what he did. He kept pulling everytrhing out of the drawers and then putting them back. He put his shoes in the laundry basket. He put some clothes on my bed and garbage in the laundry basket. Then he put the garbage in the garbage bag. He was crazy. Aand then, when Darrrel and I were downstairs, darrrel was acting real crazy. My parents came downstairs, and Darrel crawled as fast as he could(which isn't too fast) and kept stumbling over to my parentts. They went to pick him up the first time and he crawled back to me. I went to pick him up, and he crawled back to my parents. My mom tried to pick him up, and he pput his arms out for her to. Then, as soon as she was ready to pick up Darrel, he withdrew his arms and shaking his head and the rest of him no. Needless to say, he got a kick out of it. But that's not all. I too him upstairs to changge his diaper. He was very rowdy. I laid him down, and he just stared slamming his body onto his crib mattress, laughing hysterically. We went back downstairs, and as soon as he saw my mom, he startted laughing and buried his head into my arm, looked at her again and then started laughing harder, kicking me and hitting me. Silly child. Unfortunately, Darrel has not been bittten by the silly bug today. He is so cranky. If I hold him he cries. If I don't he cries. Yeah, it's one of those. No matter how you try to comfort them, they won't be. They refuse to be. It's like an eternal tantrum, and an eternal migraine. They want to be held but not by you or anyone else in the house. I think Darrel got up on the wrong side of the crib. As long as I don't touch him or talk to him, he's fine. He wants his Grandpa. And Grandpa's not here because he's at the hospital with Grandma. He's driving me uup the wall. Gotta go. I'lll talk some more later. Crystal and Silly Boy Darrel 12 months email: cjeanmurphy@yahoo.com Monday, August 30, 1999 at 07:10:22 (MDT)) I wish it was still the weekend. Monday mornings come too fast. I had lots of playtime with Colton this weekend since DH was busy working outside. My neighbor came over last night to borrow lunch bags for her kids and couldn't believe what a spaz Colton was. He wouldn't stop giggling, hiding and running. I really miss his hugs and giggles when I am at work. I needed to get a picture of Colton with Oreo cookies for my ABC book I am making. I gave him an unopened package to hold and two double stuffed one's to play with and eat. I got some great pictures and even video. He is such a stinker. He is afraid I am going to eat his cookie so as soon as he has eaten half he stuffs the other half in his mouth--all at once. What a little pig. Then he grinned showing the cookie in his mouth and I almost fell over laughing. It was the cutest thing. Having black cookie drool all over his highchair, hair, hands and clothes--not so cute! I can't believe he gags on little pieces of food, but can stuff that much cookie in and have no problem. DH went to the drag races in Indiana yesterday. He bought Colton a romper that says "Little Gearhead" on it with a picture of a dragster. He said that he really missed Colton seeing all the other kids in the stands. Maybe in a few years he can go--too loud for his little ears. Hope everyone had a great weekend. Tracey: Glad you made it through your surgery and are starting to feel better. I will keep voting for Dillon as he was 1 behind this morning. Sure is going to be a close race! I will continue to pray for your brother and SIL, it sounds like they have lots to work out. LisaB: Happy birthday to Max. Hope everything went well with his parties and cakes. That year milestone sure is a hard one. It still seems hard to imagine how much a baby developes in one years time. Crystal: Thanks for the picture. What a happy little cutie. You are lucky he loves to pose and smile for the camera. CathyG: I started Creative Memories when I was pg with Colton. I have worked on only 2 books since then. The one is of all our vacations and outings since we were dating. I just finished getting that one up to date this month. The other is Colton's to keep when he is older. I started with old black and white photos of my grandparents through my husband and me growing up and getting married. Then it is the story of Colton growing up until he is 1. That is quite a big book. I will be starting a new one now that he is 1. I really enjoy it and haven't spent too much money on it. I hosted a party at my instructor's house and received one book for free! Have fun with it. Kelli: I was LOL at your DH's comments about getting ready for bed. Missy: I will continue to keep you in my prayers. Sounds like you and Dusty had a fun weekend. Colton played in his pool until he started shivering! I just couldn't get him to come out. Kahne: Sounds like you and Cat had a great weekend too. Good luck with your last minute details for the wedding. Enjoy your special day. I can't wait to see the pictures, everything sounds beautiful. Julianne & Colton 13 mo email: jjones@batts.com Monday, August 30, 1999 at 07:15:45 (MDT)) Good morning ladies. It's SARAH here! I know, I'm wandering again. I'll be over here by Saturday, though. That's when my little punkin turns 1!!! I can't believe it. I'm very excited about it though!! It's kind of weird, I know more people on this board than on the BT board. I read posts over there, and don't really "know" anyone (except the old regulars). So, I can't wait to join you all!!!! Hope everyone has a great week, and I'll see ya next week (or later this week if I have time to post over the weekend)! Bye! Sarah and Hannah (1 in 5 days!!) email: smoore@geatoir.cfer.com Monday, August 30, 1999 at 07:53:35 (MDT)) Hi everyone, from Stacey. I have missed you all terribly, but things have been very busy. I am in the middle of training a class of 11 new hires, and the challenge is to complete their course by September 10th without having my baby first. Additionally, DH went to see his mom, and has been gone for 10 days now (he is due back today). So my parenting skills have gone into overtime without him here. Other than being busier than I could have ever comprehended and my energy dwindling as I get closer and closer to the end of this pregnancy, we are doing pretty well. Franchesca is getting so big. She really misses her daddy. Last night she got into his sock drawer and would not go to sleep until she got his socks on her feet (with mommy's help, of course). After being one of the slowest teethers on the face of the earth, she suddenly has them coming in like gangbusters. I am sorry I don't have time for personals, but it was a challenge to check in, let alone catch up. I do however want to quickly send belated Happy Birthday wishes to Max, Darrel, and Jarin, and advance wishes to Hannah since I do not know if I will be back before her birthday. Take care everyone! I miss you all... Stacey, Franchesca, and 1 on the way Monday, August 30, 1999 at 10:08:37 (MDT)) Hi from LisaB & Max. Max's party at the sitters was Friday afternoon. He had a good time but was sleepy and therefore didn't get real enthused about anything. I had told everyone no presents or just something small ... BUT they didn't listen. The worse was a 2-3 foot tall Monkey in a silver spacesuit, including a helmet, that says "3, 2, 1 ... Blastoff" and then shakes all over for a minute. Max just looks at it like "what the heck IS this thing?!" The Elmo cupcakes turned out well for the sitters, as did his cake for Saturday. I gave Max his own piece of cake. He got some icing on his face but mainly just tore off pieces of cake and dropped them down in his lap. His favorite present was a Little People dump truck DH picked out - which really tickled DH. I was a little ticked at DH as he managed to BREAK the camcorder about 15 minutes before the party started. He felt really bad about it. He suggested having another party after we fix the camcorder but I told him it just wouldn't be the same. I did take tons of pictures though. Max went in for 3 shots today - not a happy camper. He got ticked and smacked my glasses hard enough to bring tears to MY eyes. He's 23 lb 12 oz and 32 1/4 inches long. My son REALLY isn't a baby anymore! He stood by himself several times this weekend and even took a few more solo steps. Max refused to sleep in his crib Friday night - screamed at the top of his lungs, etc. - so we caved and let him sleep with us (first time in 5+ months). He woke up at 3:00 am and refused to lay still, was fussy, crying, etc. so we all went in the livingroom. I fell asleep on the couch and woke up at 4:30 (the house is baby-proofed and the baby gate was up going to the basement) and DH was asleep in his recliner and Max had conked out on the floor! Max refused to nap on Saturday - finally got him down in the afternoon and my MIL comes barging in the house and woke him up. I was so pissed as she walked right past the bay window and HAD to had seen me getting up with Max to lay him in his crib. Max did amazing well at his party considering his lack of sleep. Max slept like a log Saturday night and napped good yesterday. He went to bed easily last night - but woke up at 1:30 this morning screaming. His molars are just below the surface so I'm hoping that's what the problem is (no ear infection or anything at the doctor this am). Thank you everyone for the support on the 1st birthday. I did fine ... it was just the thinking about it that got me depressed. BETH and KELLI: Thanks for the e-cards for Max. Unfortunately neither of them would open (were both sent on the same day and could open ones sent on the prior or next day so maybe their site was just screwed up that day). CRYSTAL: Thanks for the picture of your little cutie. Max started standing on his own the same day he took his first solo steps. PATTY: Thanks for the e-card! TRACEY: I hope you're back to 100% soon. BTW - Get your brother's side too. I've learned after having 3 couples (family and friends) go through trouble that people tend to exaggarate and all to make them look like the "good guy". MISSY: I hope you feel better soon. Tell us all the gory details when you feel up to it. My SIL cheated on my BIL. He and my SIL worked things out but after 2 years he still has trouble trusting her. My younger sister has lied to me several times (including when I asked her if she was pregnant - said no and had a baby 2 months later) and stole credit cards and money from my Mom. The family has worked things out but still doesn't trust her at all. These things take time - the key to resuming trust is open communications. STACEY: I'm glad DH will be home soon. DH was gone all last week, was home for the weekend, and left this morning for another 2 nights. I think that's a large part of Max's crankiness. Lisa & Max (1 year & 2 days) email: lisa_lab@hotmail.com Monday, August 30, 1999 at 10:58:53 (MDT)) Hello from Rita. This is a quickie, because I have lots to do at work. (And my boss is back) Crystal - Sounds like Darrel is doing well with his standing. I love the "silly" times. Missy - Hang in there. We are here when and if you need us. Tracey - Waited on hand and foot? What's that? LOL I never even got that when I was so ill from the antibiotics right after I had Amy. Glad to hear that you are feeling better. How's Blake doing with school? Go Dillon! Debbie - No, Maddy has never made it into the crib as far as I can tell. I have found many different things in Amy's crib, though. I can hear Maddy get out of bed and walk over to Amy's crib when I am in the computer room at night. She also doesn't understand that we can hear with the nursery monitor. Better to leave some things a mystery. Good luck with the move. It sounds like you have a lot of "help" from Maddie. Lisa B - Welcome to the "other side". Patty - Welcome to you. too. Well, I finally updated our home web page, so you can check out both girls on: http://members.home.net/ritad/index.html Take care everyone! Rita & Maddy email: ritad@home.com Monday, August 30, 1999 at 11:29:23 (MDT)) Hi Everyone, it's a teary-eyed Judy this morning. I'm emotional today because DH and I dropped off Elijah at KinderCare this morning. It was a chilly morning and reminded me of a school morning. We were there at 6:45 and only one other child was there. The teacher and that 2-year-old were playing with Elijah. DH and I were peeking through the window. He looked sad but they were playing with him. I was having flashbacks to 2 weeks ago when I left him at Mary's that morning and her 2 boys were ignoring him and he was standing there all by himself with his bottom lip curling and waving his arm goodbye. That broke my heart. I should've saved him right then and there and not left him there that day. I think it'll take me awhile to get over the guilt I feel from that day. Anyway, we forgot to bring a change of clothes for him this morning, so DH went by later in the morning with the extra outfit and peeked in on him. They were eating their morning snack and DH said he looked just ok--not real happy, but he figured Elijah was just getting used to his new surroundings and the new people and the new kids. E was drinking from a sippy cup that wasn't the one we left for him. DH wondered if it was juice. I've never given him juice; just water. I decided to call and ask them to give him water instead of juice and she said that was no problem. She said they only have juice with snacks and milk with lunch. Later, I talked to my mom and she said it might be a nice treat for E to have juice at daycare. Afterall, it's only twice a day with the snack. I thought about it and decided it wouldn't hurt and I don't want him to feel different from the other kids. So, feeling silly, I called back and asked them to go ahead and give him the juice and apologized for causing any confusion. I'm such an emotional wreck today. I asked Mom to stop by and take a peek at him during nap time and she just called me. There he was, on his cot, fast asleep with paci in his mouth and his hands behind his head (his favorite position). Mom was all emotional too when she called me. She said she felt so silly to be crying too!! We're cut from the same cloth. Anyway, I know he's in a good environment and in a few days, like DH said, he'll be running the place!! Sorry that was so long, but I knew I could "talk" about it here where you all would know exactly what I was feeling. I'm feeling better now for having shared about it. Here are some personals: Debbie and Maddie - Good luck with the move. Maybe buying those clear storage containers and using closet stretchers will help with the decreased space. Missy and Dusty - Elijah has a scar over his left eye too. He fell into the table when he was learning to pull himself up. The pediatrician said it would eventually fade away. How did Dusty get his? I just read your Thursday post and I truly hope you're ok. I hope the problem gets "pixed" real soon. Crystal and Darrel - I think mother's have to be very clever when it comes to their kids. Hopefully, Darrel will get through the "cooking" phase very soon. He sounds like he's developing at his own pace. I was amazed to read he's speaking in sentences already. Elijah is still only saying a handful of words but that's only been in the last month. He was only saying mama and dada at 1 year. Try not to worry about his not standing alone. He's an independent little guy and will probably surprise you one day. I got Darrel's pic through the 2 under 2 email. He's a cutie!! Kahne and Cat - Maybe Cat won't be afraid of balls soon because she was able to get over her fear of the table. How did you do on your tests? I plan to go back to school after this baby is born, but not right away!! I imagine it will be hard. Good for you for taking classes. What are you taking? Is it your wedding you're planning? Where do you get your energy? Can I have some? Ha ha. Tracey and Dillon - Your recovery sounds painful. I hope you get some relief soon. Beth and Allison - I laughed when I read your post about a 30 pounder being a back-breaker because Elijah is 32 lbs. at 16 months. He's been in the 95th percentile since birth. Yesterday, he was playing with a hand-mixer and he wanted me to pick him up. I couldn't believe how much heavier he was holding that thing. That was definitely a back-breaker!! Sarah G. - Sorry to hear about the fires and the bad air quality. I hope it gets better very soon. Lisa B. and Max - I felt the same way when Elijah turned 1. It's a milestone in their lives. Family would make it more special, but you have some fun times ahead of you. I'm amazed every day at the developments Elijah makes. Patty and Jarin - Hello again!! Happy Birthday to Jarin. How was his party? Sarah and Hannah - I call Elijah my punkin doodle head. I laughed when I read about your punkin!! What are you doing for Hannah's party? Julianne and Colton - You made me smile imagining Colton with the Oreo cookie and a big grin. Judy and Elijah (16 months) email: jhintz@manu.com Monday, August 30, 1999 at 12:39:43 (MDT)) It's Judy. Just a quick post to Rita. I looked at your home page and the girls are so cute. I love Maddy's hair. She looks very precocious. Judy and Elijah (16 months) email: jhintz@manu.com Monday, August 30, 1999 at 12:48:31 (MDT)) I just want to thank you all for voting on Dillon and say that you can stop now because I don't want anyone to think that they need to vote on him just because I ask you too. Lisa sent me a nice little e-mail and I wanted you all to see it. Tracey - You know I love you dearly and that I think Dillon is adorable BUT all this is getting to be a bit much. I work and can't just vote all days ... nor would I want to as I think there should be some similance of fairness to such contests. I most certainly will not ask people who do not know either you or Dillon to vote for your son in this contest. I went to the site once and voted for the kid I thought was the cutest and went back two other times to vote for Dillon, as a favor for you (so I could vote my conscience and also do a special favor for a friend). I don't mind voting for Dillon as he's a little doll but am a little resentful of being told "if I'm any sort of a friend, if I care, etc." that I should vote for Dillon - and being told on BT, TT, via several e-mails, etc. I don't want to offend you or tick you off as I think you're a great person and are naturally proud of your cutie and want him to win the contest - I just feel you are being a little "pushy" on this issue. I thought about just letting the issue pass but as a friend I felt obligated to get my opinion out in the open so we both know how I feel, can see this as a minor difference of opinion, and continue our friendship without any hard feelings (hopefully) on either side. Thanks Lisa, I now see who my real friends are on here. I would never tell you that I went and voted on the cutest baby and voted on Max just for you. How rude of you. Tracey and Dillon email: battnt@mindspring.com Monday, August 30, 1999 at 13:22:43 (MDT)) Hi everyone! I am going to post later but I felt I needed to address this issue with Tracey first: Tracey, First of all, you know that I love it when you post here and I like to get e-mails from you and keep in touch with you about what is going on in our lives with our Toddlers. But I feel that Lisa is simply being honest about how she feels. Actually, she probably isn't the only one that feels this way. You also know that we all feel that Dillon is a very cute and adorable little boy! Gosh, just look at him and his cute smile... I smile everytime I look at him! Yes, I have voted for Dillon several times a day. BUT I have also thought of the fairness issue that lingers... I am sure it says somewhere in the rules to only vote once. But I also thought that it would be nice for Dillon to win. HOWEVER, I do feel that it was a little inappropriate to send an e-mail saying, "IF YOU CARE AT ALL SEND THIS TO EVERYONE IN YOUR ADDRESS BOOK". Tracey, I do care but I have not and will not send this to everyone in my address book. The people in my address book don't know you and I'm sorry, but they wouldn't care. Lastly, I feel that it was wrong to post a private e-mail that Lisa sent you on TT. Truth be told, what is said between you and Lisa is strickly between you and Lisa. Also, Lisa was stating how she felt about the whole thing and I don't think being honest is rude. Now, I hope I haven't offended you but I probably did because it seems that you are very sensative right now. I just felt that I had to tell you the way I feel. I wish Dillon the best of luck and I always take a peek throughout the day to see the percentages of the voting... he's right up there at the top! Now that all is said, I hope it's behind us! Take care! Kelli email: rkncs@aol.com Monday, August 30, 1999 at 14:17:12 (MDT)) Ok, I made it back today. I was just going to try to read and keep up without posting since I am short on time, but what I just saw made me very sad and I wanted to comment on it. Tracey and Lisa, I hate to see hard feelings between the two of you. You are both vital to what makes us all a family here on Momstalk, and we should be able to state differences of opinion openly and honestly and still respect each other. I know that Lisa posts from work, and needs to limit the number of personal emails she receives, which is probably why she decided to speak her mind. I respect the fact that she emailed something that is such a sensitive topic rather than posting it on the board which might have caused embarassment. Tracey, I am sorry that your feelings were hurt by what Lisa said. I definitely do not think she meant that she does not think Dillon is cute, because we all know what an angel he is. Maybe it just came out the wrong way. And I think Lisa was trying really hard to tell you what she felt in a nice way. The end of her email shows that she really does count you as a friend and values the relationship between the two of you. Even though none of us have met in person, I feel like I know enough about Lisa to be able to say that she definitely cares about your feelings, which is why she emailed you privately. I care about your feelings too, and hate to see that you were hurt, even though I do not think it was intentional. I would love to see you two getting along again, if not for your own sakes then consider it a baby gift for my next one on the way, because I care so much about both of you and you mean a lot to me... Stacey, Franchesca, and 1 on the way Monday, August 30, 1999 at 15:06:38 (MDT)) Hi, it's Michelle - You can't believe how much I missed everyone. You also wouldn't believe how organized, newly decorated, clean, under control.... my house is!!! I thought I'd try to stay away and get some work done - the boys rooms are newly decorated with some new furniture and closet organizers (me too) and my living room has new curtains and candles, pictures, etc. It's so exciting. But... so are you guys so I'll have to try to tune in more. FIRST I need to say Happy Birthday to MAX, JARIN, DARRELL, and HANNAH YAAAAAYY!!!! What a big step for our little ones to be taking. It's so much fun, and so sad, and so happy all at once. Lisa B. I can just see everyone passed out in the middle of the night. Made me laugh! He IS a big guy. Evan was like that. Riley is tiny, he has his shots - uh oh, today? Whew, no, next week. I can't wait to see how big he is now. He can stand to, like Max, but has only taken two steps on rare occassions. Let's hope they stay crawling (therefore in less trouble) for a while! Judy - I went right from laughing to tears in my eyes with your story about Elijah. Thats how I'd have been if Riley had to go to Daycare. Let us know how it's going ok? Could you send me a picture of Elijah? My little monkey is upstairs chatting in his crib - I'd better save him. Talk later! Michelle, Riley (1 in 3 days) Evan 28 months email: mwells@telusplanet.net Monday, August 30, 1999 at 15:36:53 (MDT)) Hi everyone! I hope you all are having a good Monday! Elizabeth is being a busy, busy little girl today. She's into everything! She's still not walking without her little scooter/push toy yet. She just loves to push her scooter around the house. I have been having menstrual cramps inbetween my periods. My next period isn't due until the 2nd week of Sept. but I have been cramping a little today and some last week. There is also a dull ache in my lower back that seems to be associated with these cramps. Has anyone experience this? Since we moved here in April, I haven't found an OB/GYN yet. Ugh... I just hate "shopping" around for new doctors. Patty, I'm so glad you're here!! Yippy! We are getting our regular group back! How is school going? How did Jarin's party go? I wouldn't worry too much on Jarin's growth... I have an uncle who was a very small baby and child. He grew overnight when he was a teenager... he's now 6 foot 5! Crystal, Yea for Darrell standing alone! See, you had nothing to worry about! :) Elizabeth STILL isn't standing alone or walking and she's 13 1/2 months old! Darrell has been feeling silly these past few days! I bet he's been such a ham! He sounds so cute! Missy, I am still thinkging about you! Talk to us when you feel good and ready. Dusty sounds adorable saying, "pixit". CathyG, So glad to hear that you had a nice quiet Saturday. Has Emma (isn't that your oldest dd?) started school yet? Tracey, hmmm.... maybe I could act real sick and be waited like you have?? I think I could get used to it!! LOL! I hope you are feeling better! How is your throat feeling, anyway? Well... How did Dillon sleep last night after sleeping most of the day yesterday? Your poor SIL... sounds like your BIL didn't treat her good at all. But, I tend to agree w/ Lisa when she said to get his side of the story. I'm not that great of a bargain shopper... just good timing I guess. Oh, btw... Braves have the best record in the NL and AL! I just thought I would throw that in! You know I am just kidding, don't you? Debbie, I am glad you got my pictures. I am just happy that I know where they are! Thanks for the compliment... those pics are now nearly 9 months old and we look somewhat different (or atleast Elizabeth does!). Julianne, I sure wish I could have seen Colton with the oreos! That is definitly a Kodak moment! I bet he was just the cutest! Yes... Monday's are no fun at all! Sarah (w/Hannah), HI!! I'm looking forward to seeing you here on TT in 5 days!! Stacey, I don't know how you do it!!! DH gone for 10 days, you work full-time, have an active 1 year old and are due with another baby this coming month!!! Okay, you're really WonderWoman, right?? Where the heck do you find your energy?? LisaB, BUMMER about the camcorder this weekend! I guess it's Murphey's Law!! Sounds like you guys had a good celebration anyway! Boy, Max is a tall fellow! Elizabeth is only about 20 lbs and 29 1/2 inches. Rita, I went to see your girls and they are just adorable and growing very fast! I know I have told you before but I just love Maddy's curls! Judy, I know it's hard for you to leave Elijah at daycare! Hey, you should know by now you can talk and vent all you want here! I hope this KinderCare works out best for you, DH and Elijah! Well... I haven't posted a recipe in a couple weeks so here is my recipe for the week. I can't remember if I posted this before on BT when we were posting recipes there, so I am sorry if this is a repeat. CHICKEN TETRAZZINI 8 oz. spaghetti, broken 3/4 cup sliced canned mushrooms 3 Tbsp. chopped onion 1/2 tsp. celery salt 1/2 tsp. marjoram Pepper to taste 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 tall can evaporated milk 2 1/2 c. cubed chicken 4 Tbsp. butter or margarine 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese 1/4 cup parmesan cheese Cook spaghetti & drain. Drain mushrooms; save liquid. Melt butter; sautee onions and mushrooms; add seasonings; blend in soup until smooth. Gradually add canned milk and stir until smooth and thickened. Add part of cheddar cheese and stir until melted. Add mushroom liquid, chicken and spaghetti. Place in a buttered casserole dish and top with remaining cheese and parm. cheese. Bake at 350 degrees until bubbly and cheese is melted. Don't let it get too dry! Serves 6 to 8. Freezes very well. HINTS: I usually make the full amount of this but separate it into 2 8x8 dishes and freeze one of them before baking for a quick meal later on. ALSO, I usually omit the mushrooms (I'm not a mushroom fan). This is really yummy! Kelli & Elizabeth - 13 1/2 months email: rkncs@aol.com Monday, August 30, 1999 at 15:56:41 (MDT)) I forgot to add that I freeze the chicken tetrazzini in a square 8x8 TIN dish. Kelli Monday, August 30, 1999 at 16:01:31 (MDT)) Crystal here. I didn't know if I should post. Two of the people I consider close friends from this board are fighting. Tracey and LisaB: Both of you have really helped me out a lot in the past couple of months, and I've come to feel very close to both of you. It hurts me to see this going on. I can see where both of you are coming from. I too have been unable to vote as often as I liked to. Mostly it's because of the dang computer. I really hope that the ttwo of you can work things out. I know that we've had our differences, and we have worked it out. I have more to say, but I don't want to offend anyone and risk losing one or two friends. Crystal and Darrel 12 months email: cjeanmurphy@yahoo.com Monday, August 30, 1999 at 16:19:43 (MDT)) Well this will be my last post on here ever since I am not wanted on here anymore. I simply think that if she didn't want to vote on Dillon then that is fine with me. I see no reason why she had to send a hurtful e-mail to me stateing that she voted on the cutest baby and then on Dillon also. Do you all think I would tell her that Max was not the cutest? Hell no I would not. I am glad to see that you all love her so much and see where she is coming from and not want to even try to see where I am coming from. I didn't tell her not to do her job. I expect that she would do her job. I just meant that is she had a few minutes to spare could she stop by and vote for him. So anyway, I am no longer one to post where not wanted. Goodbye forever. Tracey no longer posting where I am not wanted email: battnt@mindspring.com Monday, August 30, 1999 at 17:16:07 (MDT)) Michelle, You were posting at the same time as me so I missed you! Wow, it sounds like you are organized and have a fresh new home! Send some motivation my way when you are done!! Glad to see you back and posting. Tracey, I don't think anyone has said that you aren't wanted here. I love hearing about your TNT, Dill Pickle, Blake and the craziness at your house. I think things have been way blown out of proportion! Kelli & Elizabeth, 13 1/2 months email: rkncs@aol.com Monday, August 30, 1999 at 17:46:00 (MDT)) Hi mommies. I had a huge post almost done and my computer froze! UGH!!! Anyway, here I go again. Jarin's party was fun. He wasn't too into opening the presents, but once he had them open, he had a ball running from one thing to another. He just smiled and giggled and was soooo wired all evening. My mom got him this Winnie the Pooh rocking recliner and he sat on it, stood on it, crawled on it, fell off of it, and laughed every second of the time. He is so funny. He also loved squishing the icing from his cake between his fingers, in his hair, on his face, etc. And MORE good news! DH took Jarin to the sitter today as I had to work "normal" hours. Tomorrow my kids start. I called around 9:30 since Jesse told me he was screaming when they left. She said he was doing so well and he even SMILED at her! Major Happy Dances! =) When I picked him up, he was eating lunch. He only cried a little when he saw me and then he was Mr. Smiles again. He's been that way all day today. Such an improvement. We also had our one year check up today. Jarin weighs 18 pounds and is 30 inches. Below 5th percentile for weight, but almost at the 50th for height, so I guess he's ok after all. (As if I didn't know that. LOL) What a little angel I have. **Missy: I hope you feel better soon. I know I don't know you yet, but hope things are straightening themselves out for you. **Kahne: Good luck with your wedding plans. I'm sure it will be beautiful. I can't wait to see pictures! **Debbie: I was LOL picturing Maddie playing with all of the things that you are trying to throw out. That's what Jesse does every time I want to put some of his old stuff in the garage sale. "No, mom I still use that!" Yeah, right. LOL **Julianne: Colton is too cute with his Oreos! **Tracey: I hope you are feeling better from your surgery and that your brother and sil work things out. **Stacey: Gees, I agree with someone else - you sound like WonderWoman! Thanks for the birthday wishes for Jarin. Doesn't teething suck? **LisaB: I was laughing at the thought of Max getting that monkey. Maybe someone doesn't like you- lol? My MIL used to get Jesse drums and stuff and then my mom asked her if she didn't like me since she always bought him loud toys. heehee. Too bad about the Camcorder. =( 3 shots? Jarin only possibly has to get the MMR. What did Max have to get? I think we get 3 at 15 months. **Rita: Thanks for the welcome. I will be checking out your girls when I leave here! **Judy: Hope Elijah likes Kindercare. I can totally relate to leaving your baby. I'm going through withdrawal from Jarin right now. It sounds like I missed something important that happened earlier, but I hope this works out better for you. Jarin is one year old now and he also only says mama and dada. **Michelle: Hey, you want to come organize my house when you're done there? LOL **Kelli: Yuck, shopping for a new gynecologist - now that's a fun thing to do. I also am glad the old group is getting back together. Sarah and I just emailed each other about that last week! Tomorrow is my first day with students. The first is always the worst with Kindergarteners since they really don't know what to expect. So cross your fingers for me. **Nighty night girls! Patty and Jarin - 1 year email: tematheny@ctlnet.com Monday, August 30, 1999 at 20:09:27 (MDT)) Holy Hormones Batman!!! I miss a couple of days and all heck breaks loose around here! And I thought I was having a bad day!! Guess I should get my 2 cents in on the issue before telling you all about my problems. Tracey and Lisa B. no one wants anyone to leave. Tracey, I don't think that anyone wants you to leave at all. You have been a vital part of our group since the very beginning as has Lisa B. and I can see where you are both coming from on this issue. Tracey, I can definitely see where your feelings would be hurt by Lisa saying that she voted on the cutest baby then also voted for Dillon. It would hurt MY feelings as well. I think she maybe could have left that part out and gotten her message across without that sentence. That said, I also agree that you should NOT have posted her letter in this public forum. She sent that to you in private so as not to cause anyone to take sides in the issue, etc. She just had a vent with YOU and you only that she wanted to air without putting it out for all of us to see. Perhaps you both need to settle this issue PRIVATELY through e-mail. Not telling either of you what to do, but I think each of you owes the other an apology, but that is obviously up to you guys. Now, boy, the day I have had. Allison had her 15 months shots on Thursday. She started running a slight fever on Saturday evening (they told us to expect that with the MMR shot this time). So, I thought "no big deal". Sunday afternoon it was up to 104, but came right down and seemed to be better this morning, but I stayed home with her just to be sure. It shot up to 103 again this evening and I had a heck of a time getting it to come down. Anyone else had a really bad experience witht the 15 month shots?? I am taking her to the Dr. tomorrow to be sure it's not something more serious, but just wondering if I should be overly concerned about this. To top it all off, DH is out of town and I didn't get to eat dinnder until just now (10pm). I have a roaring head ache and feel like I am coming down with something myself. LOVELY> Missy - Dusty sounds too cute with his "pixit" Debbie - thanks for the compliments on my pictures. WOW!! After nearly 9 months, I'll be getting my pictures back soon. I can hardly believe it. Lisa B - Max with the big monkey sounds too cute! Sory about the camcorder. Judy - I cried when I read about Elijah at the daycare. I'm glad that I've had the same provider since Allison was 6 weeks old. I would hate putting her into a new situation right now. Kelli - your recipe sounds yummy. I'll have to try it soon. Tracey - being waited on hand and foot!! Wow, what a nice DH you have. Well, I've gotta go. I have a feeling its going to be a long night with ALlison being sick and I want to get some sleep in before she wakes up. Talk to you ladies tomorrow. Beth and Allison (15 months) email: bobwite@msn.com Monday, August 30, 1999 at 20:37:47 (MDT)) Okay, I noticed something else in my recipe that I think needs clarifying. I guess that goes to show that I don't proofread my posts before I post them. Sorry gang... The recipe calls for 2 cups cubed COOKED chicken. I usually cut up about 4 boneless skinless chicken breast and boil it until done. This is something that everyone probably assumed, but I just wanted to make sure. Ya'll take care! I promise I won't post again until tomorrow! SOrry again! Kelli... again! email: rkncs@aol.com Monday, August 30, 1999 at 22:43:56 (MDT)) ALRIGHT ALRIGHT THIS IS ENOUGH TRACEY AND LISA, You know I am not going to let this pass. I have said things that have pissed people off and it happenes sometimes, but this is terrible. LISA, Very Very BAD of you to say something that is possibly hurtful, how would YOU have felt if someone sent that e mail to you? People need (myself included) to STOP AND THINK before they speak (or type). Pay attention to how you are saying something, and think "WOULD THIS HURT ME IF SOMEONE TOLD ME THIS?" Just a point to ponder. Now Tracey, you also could have worded differently, As I saw it, it was a funny way to get people to pay attention to your mail, and I personally had no problem with it. HOWEVER, I CAN understand how someone could have taken it wrong. LISA, I do not think that TRACEY meant that you do not care about her if you did not go vote, I think she was joking. IT all goes back to STOP and THINK. Now Tracey, I know you beter than that. I know you are coming on here and reading what we have to say anyway. Come back sweetie and work this thing out. Ever heard the phrase " dont go to bed mad "? I think it may apply here. And LISA, please understand that TRACEY was hurt. I think apologies need to be exchanged, and the whole mess forgotten. I need both of you to be here and in proper form to get me through this week! So both of you, lets get this done and finished, if not for yourself, for my sanity. If I hurt you, EITHER of you I am sorry, but the truth is the truth, and we all need to hear it every now and again. So lets get back to " The Way We Were", and dont make me sing, I am terrible at it. Kahne and Cat 8 months email: skcx2@fnbop.com Monday, August 30, 1999 at 22:54:49 (MDT)) Good morning ladies. SARAH here! OK, I know I said I wouldn't post here until this weekend, but I know most of you so much better than most of BT board (except for a couple). Well, things are just WAY out of hand here!!! This is ridiculous...all the fighting!!! We just went through this over on the BT board. What happened to the way it used to be????? When we would come on here, talk about our babies, talk about what everyone else is doing, etc???? To tell you the truth, I'm getting very frustrated with the whole thing!!!!!! I'm stresses out enough in my life, I don't need to come on here and get more stressed out!!! This is my "get away". Since everyone else is putting their two cents in, I will too. LISA, I think you maybe could have worded it differently. I know you were probably upset, but that definitely would have hurt my feelings...as well as yours if someone would have told you that. TRACEY, that was definitely out of line that you posted her letter on here (and immature). This is what just happened to CRYSTAL on BT, someone posted something nasty to her on the board, and it really humiliated and embarrassed her. LISA was trying to keep this between the two of you. It was NONE of our business! You know I love you both. I'm not trying to sound like a bitch or hurt anyone's feelings. You are both a very important part of this board. But, so far we have lost someone on BT because of this (she's very aggravated..she didn't expect or need this on these boards) and now TRACEY's saying she's leaving TT, which I hope she doesn't. You two need to try and work this out because we don't want to loose either one of you. And if you can't work it out, then put it aside you, and just don't post to one another!! OK, I feel better now! :) STACEY - It was SOOO good to hear from you!! I've been thinking about you alot lately!! I knew you were getting close to delivering so I thought maybe you did!:) JUDY - That's funny about our punkin's!! :) We're just having a Pooh party with family. There are lots of little cousin's coming, so there will be alot of kids for HANNAH. I'm making a Pooh cake, and am going to make little gift packages. Not too big of a deal. KELLI - I have a friend that lives in Ft.Collins. Do you want me to ask her about OB/GYN's? She's lived there her whole life, so she's probably got a pretty good idea. Well, that's all for now!! Sarah and Hannah (1 in 4 days!!!!) email: smoore@geatoir.cfer.com Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 07:22:19 (MDT)) Hi from LisaB. Max was a little fussy yesterday from his shots but was fine this morning. It was funny - he was ticked at me after getting his shots and didn't want to snuggle or anything. The sitter told me last night that he cuddled with her and gave her wet kisses ALL afternoon - LOL! JUDY: I'm sorry leaving Elijah was so hard on you. I'm glad he's adjusted so well. RITA: Your web page is great - both of your girls are so adorable. PATTY: I'm glad Jarin is doing so much better at the sitters and that he enjoyed his party. Max got MMR, Hib, and chickenpox, plus they took blood from his toe to check his iron level. The good news is NO MORE SHOTS until he's 5 - YEAH! I told DH that HE gets to be the big meanie then. SARAH, BETH, KAHNE, and STACEY: I'm sorry all this ugliness got brought onto this board. I must say that no I would not be offended if anyone told me Max isn't the cutest baby they've ever seen - because he isn't and I can accept the truth. There is always someone cuter, smarter, more athletic, more popular, etc. Think back on the recent posts to Crystal about Darrel standing and walking - and how everyone stressed that you should not compare your child to someone else's because each one is different. Milestones and cutest are the same - it's all in the eye of the beholder and everyone has their own opinion. Yes, Dillon is adorable - and if you read my e-mail I mentioned he was adorable and a cutie in the part she posted (as well as in the part Tracey did not post). I just have a real issue with society as a whole pushing kids so much. Just last month I ran into the mother of my best friend from high school. She was all excited and couldn't wait to talk to Susan - just to tell her how happily married I am and what an adorable son I have. HELLO - I'm married with a child and happy and Susan is single and childless and happy. Life is not a contest - we should all just live our lives and be happy. Kids need to be taught that you should try your best and that that is the most anyone can expect. You're a great person even if you aren't the star player on your baseball team, aren't head cheerleader, aren't validictorian, etc. I remember a co-worker had a t-shirt a few years ago that really ticked me off. It said "second place is first loser". Yes, I probably should have explained myself better. I was asked by Tracey, however, via e-mail to never e-mail her again and never to post to her ... so it's rather hard to apologize for hurting her feelings or to explain my comments to her now. Anyway, I'm going to take a break from this board for a day or so (read but not post) just to let all the hormones and tempers settle down. I'll post again in a few days and I hope everything is back to normal by then. Until then - everyone take care and enjoy your toddlers! LisaB & Max (12 months) email: lisa_lab@hotmail.com Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 07:55:39 (MDT)) This is a very sad Julianne this morning. This board is a wonderful place to laugh, cry, vent, be silly and just have fun. What has happened? I read Tracey's post before I left for work and was deeply troubled. It was on my mind before I went to bed and when I woke up. Evidently I did not pray hard enough because what I feared would happen did. Tracey & Lisa please settle your differences. We all love you both very much. Yesterday I did have a very nice surprise: My siser stopped by my work with her daughter and baby to take me out to lunch. Her baby, Nicholas, is 3 months old. He was cooing & smiling lots. It was such a nice break in my day. Colton was so cute when I got home. My mom had him outside and he was running all over, jumping from one toy to the next, chasing the dog and smiling and giggling the whole time. He didn't want to go to bed though. Screamed and fussed. I think he was overly tired. I am taking him to the doctor today to check out his cough. I really want them to do a chest x-ray. He has had what sounds like a smokers cough (nobody smokes around him though)for about the past 9 months. It just never goes away for more than a couple of days. I am sick of just waiting and seeing if cold medicine clears it up. It is really starting to scare me that it doesn't go away. I had lung infection when I was a child and it took them over a month to figure it out. I coughed alot and threw up all the time. They thought I had allergies and tried all sorts of pills. It wasn't until they took the x-ray that they found out it was lung infection. Maybe I am bieng paranoid but I will pay for it myself if my doctor won't make a referral! Stacey: What a relief it must be to have DH back home! How is his mom doing? I'll keep my fingers crossed for you to finish your training and then have your baby--no pressure there! Lisa: Too cute about the space monkey. Sorry to hear about the broken video camera. What rotten luck! Sounds like he will be walkiing soon. Judy: Your post made me cry too. I know how heart wrenching it can be leaving your baby at daycare. It's great that you or someone else can check in and see how he is doing. I bet you gave the care-givers a good laugh about being a nervous mom! Tracey: Do not leave us. You are still wanted here. Michelle: Glad you are back. Wow, you've been working hard re-decorating. Kelli: I get a low backache the week before my monthly monster hits. It started doing that about 2 years ago--old age? Patti: Sounds like Jarin had a great birthday and a good time playing with his new toys. Glad he is adjusting to the sitter. Great check-up. He is very close in size to Colton. Hope your 1st day with the kids goes well. Beth: Hope Allison is feeling better today. Good idea to have the dr check her out. Hope you get to eat dinner a little earlier tonight. Hugs and kisses to all the mommies and their babies. Julianne & Colton 13 mo email: jjones@batts.com Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 08:45:06 (MDT)) Hello there! I know that I said that I would not post anymore but I was being VERY STUPID! I know that I was taking things TOO FAR on voting for DILLON! I did want him to win and you all are right about there being other babies on there that are very cute also! I am VERY SORRY! You all are right that I should not have posted the e-mail on here. The only part that hurt my feelings was that part that Lisda wrote that she voted on the cutest baby and then Dillon. That was it. I understand everything else totally. LisaB- I AM VERY SORRY THAT I WROTE YOU THAT NASTY E-MAIL! YOU ARE A VERY DEAR FRIEND AND I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH! CAN YOU FORGIVE ME? PLEASE WRITE ME AND TELL ME! Everyone else- I am not mad at any of you and I would like to just put all this behind us if we can. I love you all dearly. Tracey and Dillon email: battnt@mindspring.com Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 08:57:38 (MDT)) Hi again from LisaB. I was lurking and saw that Tracey posted ... so since all the hormones have settled down hopefully Tracey and I can both feel free to post and we'll all be one big happy family again - PLEASE! Tracey, I'm so sorry for hurting your feelings. I didn't mean to and even though I reread my message before sending it I read it as I meant it (i.e., no one child is the cutest) and after rereading it I realize that it didn't come across like that at all and that my comment sounded pretty hurtful. I sincerely apologize. You KNOW that I think Dillon is a little doll as I've told you that EVERY SINGLE TIME you have e-mailed me pictures of him. All 3 of your kids are adorable. I just have personal issues with anyone saying someone is THE cutest, THE smartest, etc. It's a long story but most of the reason for my younger sister's problems (abusive relationship, being in a 1/2 way house, possibly going back to jail in a few weeks - leaving her 2 toddlers with my mother, etc.) are due to EVERYONE insisting on comparing her to me and my other sister and making her feel like she didn't measure up. I remember being in a class with her in high school and the teacher accused us as cheating on a test because Bre got an A and apparently the teacher thought the only way that was possible was if I gave her the answer (even thou we tried to avoid each other at all costs and set at separate corners of the room). I really do hope Dillon wins the contest as he is cute and it would make you happy. Here's a cyber hug to you ((((())))). LisaB & Max email: lisa_lab@hotmail.com Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 09:09:03 (MDT)) Hi Everyone, it's a happy Judy Mommy and an almost happy Elijah Baby!! KinderCare is going well so far. It's only the 2nd day but I didn't cry this morning. That's progress. Elijah didn't cry either and that's great for mommy. David looked in on him yesterday and so did Mom. I think I already posted that. My preggo brain is fried after all this. When David picked up E yesterday, he was talking up a storm. We have no idea what he's telling us, but he's very happy to tell us all about it. My little cutie. Thanks to all of you who have taken the time to post to me about it. I love the support I get here. I've noticed that 2 of you talked about taking your toddler to the doc at 15 months for shots. Is a 15-month visit a typical visit? My ped never said to bring him in, but I'm thinking maybe I should call to make sure we haven't missed a checkup. Here are some personals: Michelle, Riley, and Evan - You're so sweet to want to see a pic of Elijah. KinderCare was a good choice. I'm sad and happy at the same time. I'd love to have my house looking like yours. I'm excited about moving to Cumberland where I can spread out in our house, get organized, and decorate. Kelli and Elizabeth - Thanx for the supportive thoughts!! Patty and Jarin - I'm glad you enjoyed Jarin's party so much. I love that proud mommy feeling that fills me up when I watch Elijah having fun and enjoying himself. Did you recently go back to work? Does Jarin go to daycare every day? It seems a lot of the mom's here are SAHM's. Maybe it just seems that way to me because I'd like to be home with E more and only work part-time. Beth and Allison - Sorry I made you cry, but thank you for caring so much. It means a lot. I ate dinner at 8:30 last night, which was really late for me, but if I had to wait until 10 pm like you did, I probably would've passed out first. No wonder you had a headache. How are you and Allison feeling this morning? My ped always tells me that if a child has a temperature, it will be higher in the evening hours. Sarah and Hannah - I have Pooh stuff for E too. The cake sounds cute. Have a great time. I hope your little punkin enjoys her Pooh party. Judy and Elijah (16 months) email: jhintz@manu.com Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 09:11:32 (MDT)) Hi everyone from Stacey! Yes, I was able to make it back again. It feels good to be able to check in regularly, and especially good to see that Tracey and Lisa were able to work things out. Friendship is too important to let things like that muck it up. I am proud of the way you worked it out. My husband got home last night. I am so happy. Franchesca just looked at him and then went straight into his arms and laid her head on his shoulder and hugged him (usually she squirms so that shows how much she missed him). So I feel like I have the green light to go into labor anytime now that he is back. And I am getting anxious as I am so uncomfortable now. I don't remember feeling this way with Franchesca. The way this baby is laying it feels like she wants to jump out of the right side of my belly. Of course the people at work would be unhappy if I don't make it to Sept 10, but I am almost past caring at this point. Anyways, I have students finishing up practice exercises, so I had best be going. Talk to you all soon... Stacey,Franchesca, and 1 on the way Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 09:31:40 (MDT)) Hi guys....Is everyone ok now? I haven't been able to even use the computer much in 3days. I'm not for sure what even went on. Hope everyone is ok? Didn't go into work today...Dusty is sick. Bad cough and I thought he had ear infection again, luckly he didn't. But the cough was bad enough that the Doc gave him a prescription for coughsyrup with codine.. He is alseep now..he needs the rest. I also talked to the Doc about my headaches, he gave me a prescription for Esgic Plus, and to only take it when I really need it. Ok This is what has happened to me.... Last Thursday I decided to check the history on my computer.. and what did I find? Umteen different sex sites my husband has been hitting, I know they all want to see things everynow and then. But he had taken things a little to far when I go an email from some strange woman that said sounds good, but I need a picture....Dumb me went to the sent items on the email and found what he had sent her.. (SICK) He says it was just a fantasy.. that he would never acually met her.. He wouldn't ever hurt me and Dusty...:) but to me thats Hurt enough,, thank God Dusty is to young to understand...We have went at it head to head for the last few days, He swears he will never do it again. I am determinded to never let him forget it. It may not be much, but to me its hard for me to get over....I know he has never met anyone I have to many people watching him.. Sad ain't it? that it has come to this... But I still love him, truly.. I'm not ready to throw in the towel. And we celebrate our 9th wedding anver. on Sept 15. SO Please Pray for us...Dusty needs both mom and dad.... Well I have depressed myself enough...I'll post more later.... Love You.... God Bless Missy & Dusty email: terrym@safeconnect.com Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 11:43:35 (MDT)) Hello from Rita. I am at home today since nasty AF popped in with a BAD attitude - I am hitting those Motrin 800's that I didn't need after Amy's birth. I don't seem to remember anything being this bad after Maddy was born. Me thinks it's old age. Missy - I am so sorry about what is happening. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Sorry this is short, but I have to get myself together enough to get to the drugstore. Take care everyone! Rita & Maddy email: ritad@home.com Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 12:15:03 (MDT)) Well, I was going to post, but I here Allison awake in the other room so I'll make this quick. She has a double ear infection and is now on antibiotics I'll post more later. But, I'm glad to see the problems are now resolved. :-) Later, my sweetie is fussing. Beth and Allison (15 months) email: bobwite@msn.com Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 12:22:45 (MDT)) Hi Everyone, it's Judy again!! The loan processor just called to say our mortgage has been approved and we're all set for settlement on the 17th. Hooray!! This is all becoming too real, but I can't wait to get started on the house. I'll be on maternity leave for part of October through December, so I'm hoping to have the energy to take several trips to Cumberland to get the house ready. We'll probably move in the Spring time when we sell the house we're in now. Just a few personals. Missy and Dusty - I'm sure that was hard to share. I'm sorry you're so hurt. I would be too. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Julianne and Colton - You're definitely doing the right thing to take Colton to the doc. You're being a conscientious mom, knowing what happened to you as a child. My mom's neighbor is in her 80's and was in the hospital a while back. The docs were going to give her some medication that would've killed her because she is allergic. Her daughter spoke up and told them they were absolutely NOT going to give her the meds. They argued with her some but then checked her mom's records and sure enough!! Colton is counting on you and you're definitely doing the right thing. Sorry I made you cry too, but I do hope I gave them a laugh. I've been such a ditz-brain lately. There's just too much going on in my life right now. Whew!! Judy and Elijah (16 months) email: jhintz@manu.com Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 12:32:24 (MDT)) Hi from CathyG... Well, what a past few days it has been here. Tracey and Lisa - Congratulations on your last posts. I for one dislike confrontations, and will be very happy to put this in the past. Missy - I can understand your feeling of betrayal. And I would be like you in considering this a big thing. Hopefully after 9 years of marriage you will be able to get through this, just make sure that you don't stop communicating. You might not feel like it right now, but if it is possible, you might want to spend some time alone together and talk things through. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Julianne - Your albums sound great. I've started sorting through photos, and that in itself is a big and worthwhile job. It's hard to find the time to sit down and do it. Judy - It sounds like Elijah is in good hands at the daycare, but I understand how you feel, you always wonder don't you? LisaB - Happy birthday to Max. The monkey in the suit will no doubt drive you nuts, at least until the battery wears out. Kelli - can't help you with the cramps as you describe them, but hope you feel better soon. Yes, Emma started school yesterday, she is now in senior kindergarten, which is just for the mornings. She was so excited she was awake at 6:15! She was happy to see all her friends again, and there are a few new kids in her class too. Crystal - I forgot to ask for pictures of Darrel when you get a chance. He sounds so adorable. I'm glad he is standing, and the you feel better. Patty - I am so impressed with Jarin at the sitter's. Wow, doesn't sound too clingy to me. Beth - Is the 15 month shot Allison's first for MMR?(we get that at 12 months). Alison didn't have a reaction to it, although the Dr. said that it was common. If you are feeling bad too, it might be a bug, so I'd get her checked. I hope she is feeling better, and you too. I started going to a playgroup with Alison last winter and this year I volunteered to be on the executive as Treasurer (in my old life, I was a professional accountant, so I thought it should be pretty easy.) The first meeting is tomorrow, and since DH is away, we are meeting here. I have just made a low-fat cheesecake to serve, it smells good, and I will report on how it tastes and post the recipe after tomorrow. I was supposed to get my hair coloured and cut last Wednesday, I had someone lined up to look after the kids, and was looking forward to some time to read, and getting my bangs out of my eyes. They called and cancelled because one of their pipes had burst and they had a flood. So, I could only reschedule for tomorrow am and I have to bring Alison!! So much for a chance to read!! We are visisting DH's sister near Toronto this weekend. Dh wil be in Toronto tomorrow and Thursday for work, so I am driving there with the 2 girls Thursday, by myself (it is a 5 hour trip without stops). Please wish me luck - I love to drive, but I haven't tried this before. Luckily, we will have DH with us for the drive back. Take care all CathyG and Alison (13 months) email: davidalan.pratt@sympatico.ca Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 13:14:52 (MDT)) Hi everyone! I hope you are all having a great week. Want to share your toddler's accomplishments on a weekly basis? We are still looking for diary writers. Please e-mail Tara Swords at tara@iparenting.com if you would like more information. Did you know that Toddlers Today is updated with new feature articles, polls, news items, and much more every week? This week, drop by and read a humor article about garage sales. Find out if Mozart makes kids smarter in the newsline, and tell us about your toddler's rebellious words in our latest poll. You'll find all of this and much more on the main page! Also, drop by the Resources section for information about sharing, starting a playgroup and much more. Have a great week! Jessica Williams email: jessica@iparenting.com Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 13:27:10 (MDT)) Crystal here. Not much new going on here. Tracey and Lisa: I'm glad that you two are patching things up and that neither of you are leaving. :0) Crystal and Darrel 12 months email: cjeanmurphy@yahoo.com Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 14:23:23 (MDT)) Hi everyone. Okay, here's a thought: you know how I said in my last post that I was having cramping and backaches about 2 weeks before my period? Well, does anyone ever know or feel when they ovulate? I never have and I am wondering if that is the deal with these stinkin' cramps? The ache is also going down my leg a little bit. It's not my schaitic nerve because I deal with that too and this is different. I guess I need to make a dreaded dr. appt. Elizabeth is a doll! I think we are going through the "bored" stage again. About 2 months ago, she was getting bored with all her toys. We need to go out and get her new, challenging toys for her. Any suggestions or ideas anyone????? Beth, I am so sorry that Allison isn't feeling well! I hope you aren't coming down with something either. If you do come down with a flu bug, maybe that is what Allison has and it's not associated with her 15 months shots. Patty, Well.... don't keep us in suspense! How did your first day at school with your kiddo's go? I hope you had a GReAT day! HOw did Jarin do? I, too am impressed with the way you guys are handling being apart. I would only hope Elizabeth and I would handle it the same way, but I have my doubts. How is Jarin sleeping these days? Kahne, Please don't sing to us... we're all better now! LOL! Sarah & Hannah, The count down is on.... 4 more days! Yea! LisaB, Max... ticked at you... NO way!! Thatis so funny about him not giving you the time of day and smooching all over his sitter! Julianne, No, you are not being paranoid about taking Colton to the dr's. Please let us know how it went! I'll be looking forward to your next post! Judy, My dr. told me at Elizabeth's 12 mo. appt. to bring her back for check-ups/shots at 15 months and then again at 18 months. He told me that the 18 month appt. would be the last appt. until 5 years old. YEA on your mortgage loan!! I know you are excited! Stacey, YEA for DH getting home! Yes, I bet Franchesca was extactic to see her daddy. No, I wouldn't care about going into labor before your training class is over either. I mean, my gosh... you have handled so much lately... they can handle finding a replacement for you at work! Take it easy, drink your water and put your feet up! Missy, I AM SOOO sorry to hear about the troubles you are having with DH right now. Yes, I agree with someone else who said that you two really need to have a little chat! I would feel exactly like you do if I was in your situation. Maybe counseling would help... maybe it wouldn't but please know that I am thinking about you and praying for you and your family. You know you still have us to talk to! On another note, I hope Dusty gets better soon. You take care, Missy! Rita, Bad Af, Bad AF!! I hope you get to feeling better soon and I hope AF starts treating you better. CathyG, Cheesecake, did you say cheesecake. I'm ON MY WAY!!! Cheesecake is my weekness! THat is such a bummer about your canceled hair appt. Good luck driving to Toronto! I'm sure you will do great... but I don't envy you driving alone with the girls. May the force be with you! Where are Leanne and Romaine? I know Romaine should be having a baby any day now??? Gotta run, you all take care! Kelli & Elizabeth, 13 1/2 mo. email: rkncs@aol.com Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 14:44:24 (MDT)) Hi from Becky & Harley I'm really glad things are all patched up here on the board. Harley is doing great and jabbering more every day. I just took some film in to be developed at Longs from his 1 year birthday party and for free they also will put the pictures on disk. So hopefully I will finally have a picture that I can send to anyone who is interested. Yesterday, while I was at work DH said that someone knocked on our door and the dogs started barking. Harley dropped to his knees and started barking. I wish I had been there to see it. This weekend we are going to Mountain Gate (almost to Shasta) to visit friends. Harley loves to take trips so it should be a lot of fun. He is still struggling to get his molars in, I hope they come in soon, he gets pretty cranky sometimes with the pain. It is really becoming a challange to get the little guy to eat, I think it is because of the teething. He loves to eat red bell peppers though, raw and yummy. I was changing his diaper this morning and I gave him his hairbrush to hold to keep his hands out of the diaper. My hair is long and as I bent over to change him he started brushing my hair and grinned and grinned. He is such a little smart guy. Kelli-Harley gets bored with his toys too. So I take some of them and hide them for a couple of weeks and then bring them out and he acts like they are new. Cathy G-Don't you just love getting your hair done? It always makes me feel like a new woman. Judy-Congrats on the house. We never give Harley juice either. I drank apple juice when I was little out of a bottle and all my teeth came in with cavities. I think it is okay to have juice at snack time though. Maybe I'll try giving Harley a cup of juice once or twice a day. Beth-I hope Allison feels better soon. Julianne-I'm glad you all had fun at the fair. I hope that Coltens cough gets better soon. The oreo cookies sounded so cute. Stacey-You are wonder woman girl! I bet things are a little easier now that DH is home. Patty-Happy Birthday Jarin! The winnie the pooh recliner sounds really neat? How did the first day of kindergarten go? Michelle-Wow, I'm impressed. Can you come motivate and help me organize my house. Send me some cyber-clean energy vibes woman. I need them. Lisa B-Happy B-Day Max! Molars are fun aren't they? NOT. I really hate it when they scream from pain, I feel so helpless. Helen (Aka Sarah)-I agree who wants to clean house after chasing after a 1 year old all day. My guy is really mobile like Amanda. Missy-I'm sorry that your DH (not Dear) hurt you. I would have been hurt too. I hope things work out. I love the pixit story. Too cute. I hope Dusty feels better soon. Debbie-You do sound busy. I just love it when Harley "helps with the housework" He is always so pleased with himself. Kahne-Good luck on the wedding. Cat sounds so sweet swimming in the pool. I would love to see her picture. Tracey-How is your throat doing? I really look forward to your posts and I'm glad you decided to stay. Rita-The last weekend in September for the Rin Fair sounds great. E-mail me the details of exactly when and where when you can. I'm really looking forward to meeting you in person. Sarah G-Isaac sounds so cute with his wuv each other. Yes, I do live in No. California. I live in Fairfield, which is about 1/2 way from San Francisco to Sacramento. Love all you ladies, take care! Becky & Harley - 1 year email: bsmisek@scfair.org Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 16:55:54 (MDT)) Hi mommies! Well, .... I survived my first day with students!! Actually, it went pretty well. I am dead tired tonight, but of course I had to make enough energy to get on here and post. Priorities, you know. I have a couple kiddos who are going to try me and I will probably have to let them know the boundaries real quick, but otherwise, I seem to have a pretty nice class. The little guy in the wheelchair has a fun personality (at least today - I hear he can be pretty stubborn). So, a good day for me! Jarin did great at the sitter again. Remember that I haven't had to take him there yet - only pick him up. She said he didn't cry and when I got there, he was sleeping on her shoulder. =) She was busy, but called me later to tell me she is loving him since he puts his hands in her hair and cuddles. (He runs his fingers through my hair when he goes to sleep at night and naps.) YAY! And I must say MAJOR HAPPY DANCES that things are worked out here on this board!!!!!!!!!!! **Rita: I checked out your homepage. Amy and Maddy are both adorable. Jarin has that same little Carters outfit that Amy has on in the picture of the two of them laying down. I love Carters clothes! **Beth: Jarin is supposed to get his MMR shot tomorrow. I hope he doesn't get sick from it. He just got over a double ear infection too. I hope Allison feels better really quickly. **Kahne: I, for one, would love to hear you sing "The Way We Were". LOL **LisaB: too funny about Max kissing on the sitter, but not on you. Glad you will still be around each day. We need you on here! **Julianne: I'm with you - my mind was on this board all night too. I am so glad I will be able to get some sleep tonight knowing everything is ok. I hope you get the X-ray you want and that everything is ok with Colton. Thanks for asking about my first day! **Judy: Glad things are working out at Kindercare. I had a year off after I had Jarin and just started back to work teaching Kindergarten. I only teach the morning class, so get to be home with him in the afternoon, but it was a big change for us. He won't go to the sitter every day since DH's schedule changes from day to day, but he will probably be there 3-4 days a week. **Stacey: Franchesca sounds so precious giving her daddy big hugs. =) **Missy: I am so sorry for what you are going through. I hope you guys get everything worked out. I know you don't know me very well yet, but my DH did something kinda similar a few years back. We went through major hard times for a while after that, so I sort of know what you're going through. I'll say a prayer for you. **CathyG: Yes, Jarin is getting less clingy. I guess it's only when I'm around he feels that need to cling. heehee. I was also wondering about the MMR - whether it was at 12 or 15 months??? Our doctor said 15, but the health dept. has Jarin scheduled for it tomorrow. (DH's insurance won't pay for shots, so we get them there since they're free.) Cheesecake? I'm with Kelli - we'll be there soon. Good luck on the drive with your girls! **Kelli and Becky: Thanks for asking about my first day! **Kelli: Jarin's sleep? Believe it or not..... he is actually sleeping through the night most of the time. Occasionally (2-3 times a week) he wakes around 3 or 4AM, but I don't go in and he puts himself back to sleep. We finally had to do the Ferber thing. It was awful for about 3 nights and then it got better. I still nurse him to sleep at night and for naps, but he is definitely doing better! And hey, it only took me 11 1/2 months to get him to sleep through the night! LOL **Becky: Thanks for the e-card for Jarin. That was so nice of you and Harley to think of us. **Tracey: I am so glad you are going to be back on here. You had me worried there for a minute, girl! We need those stories about TNT and the rest of your family. =) **Gotta get my weary bones to bed so I can function in Kindergarten tomorrow! Patty and Jarin - 1 year email: tematheny@ctlnet.com Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 20:33:47 (MDT)) OH I'm so upset! Tonight, Elizabeth had her 1st major accident AND it's her mommy and daddy's fault! We were pushing her little scooter really fast to each other trying to get Elizabeth interested in it and DH was pushing it REALLY hard and fast to me and WHAM... Elizabeth crawled out in front of it! It hit her in the right cheek and eye. I first checked her pupils and everything is okay there... but she's going to have a huge bruise and swollen face and nose! Let me tell you... Elizabeth is one tough little monkey but this time she cried and cried until she could barely breath. I whimpered a little and I say DH's eyes get a little teary. I gave her some Tylenol, cookie, juice and read a book to her. I just gave her a bath this morning and she didn't need one but she loves her baths so I gave her one again tonight. I asked her if she wanted to take a bath and she brightened up and said, "OH WOWWWWW!!!!!" She's the best!! By bedtime, she was her normal self: happy and smiling! It's the worst thing in the world when your child hurts! I wish I could take all her pain! Other than that, everything is going good. Elizabeth ate so much for dinner tonight! We grilled chicken and I made broccoli/rice casserole and salad. Elizabeth ate a whole chicken breast, a bunch of broccoli casserole, 1 roll and still had room for some animal crackers for dessert. I beginning to think she has a hollow leg because she stays so tiny! Becky, I can't wait to see a picture of Harley! I lol about Harley being a dog! That's just too cute! Elizabeth brushes my hair too. She loves to brush her own hair after her baths. Patty, it sounds like you are off to a great school year! I hope it continues throughout the whole year! I bet it really helps knowing that Jarin likes his babysitter! I know it would really make a huge difference with me! I, too, love Carter's clothes. They are made so well. We have a Carter's outlet just 5 minutes from here. Kelli the bad mom and poor Lil' Elizabeth- 13 1/2 mo. email: rkncs@aol.com Tuesday, August 31, 1999 at 22:23:54 (MDT)) |