So I'm just going to quit acting like I visit and write often, because it is quite apparent that I don't. Not too much is going on around here, just the same ol' same ol'.
Mason:
She turned 9 months old last week and got her ears pierced. Yesterday I felt her first tooth cutting through. I hate when they get teeth...not because of the pain an suffering they go though, but the teeth never go away, and then they are big, not babies anymore. I'm a sucker for a toothless grin. She is also doing the worm/belly flop crawl. It is working for her and she is getting around the house with no problems. I'm ready for her to start crawling on her knees though as she gets quite covered in dog hair. Which, I know, is nasty. I'm running the stick vac once or twice a day to try and keep it somewhat clean.
Harper:
What can I say about Priss Pot? She is 2 years old and wonderful at it. Tantrums, shouting orders, making demands...I think she would win an Oscar for her perfect performance of a two year old child. We are doing much better now that she has adapted to Mason being around and she sometimes asks for things instead of demanding it first. Being a good parent is hard...it is much easier to let her have her way than make her ask nicely or demonstrate good behavior before getting the reward.
She really likes to sing. Her current favorites are Baby Mine, Theme from Teletubbies, Old MacDonald, BINGO, Twinkle Twinkle, and to top it off, the Theme from Barney the Purple Dinosaur. It sure is a treat to get to sing all of those songs with her each night before bed. After the shootings in New Town, I made a promise to myself to try and cherish more moments with her. So we starting singing Twinkle Twinkle and now we have to sing at least one line from all of the aforementioned songs or else she cannot go to sleep. I do love her so.
Me and Tommy:
We had a small scare that Tommy was going to deploy a few weeks ago but have not had any followup. So we are just waiting for the final word. I've put it behind me and will face it if I have to when I have to. I know that it will happen sooner or later and I'll deal with it then. We are really enjoying our house. We have plenty of room and the yard and porches are nice for spending time on. We need some outdoor furniture for the back porch. The front porch has a swing and we put Harper's water table and Mason's baby swing out there. It is in the shade mostly all day and relaxing even when I'm out there with the kids.
Hopefully this round of pinkeye that we have all caught will go away soon and we can get back to our regular routine. Hopefully I'll be back around sooner than 4 months!
WE
Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
The Things In My Head
Good Evening Loyal Readers:
We have finally moved to New Bern, NC and we are almost all unpacked. There are probably only 5 or so boxes left. We purged a ton last July when we unpacked in Pensacola and there was not much to throw away here.
So far I'm really happy. Our house is fabulous and we finally feel like we can spread out and live. Our neighborhood has large wooded lots with nice wide streets for walking the dogs. Harper has already been out to play in the yard and on the driveway. I really took these luxuries for granted before we lived in the roach motel. Now I'm trying to appreciate every little morsel.
Speaking of appreciation, I am at a point in my life where I feel that things are going so well that I find myself waiting for the other shoe to drop. I am trying to be present in each moment, because I feel that it will not last. I'm trying to be more careful, even while driving. I think I can only describe my feelings as wanting to be around for my children as they grow. Sickness and accidents and other morbid thoughts have been weighing on my mind and I just want to be healthy and alive for my kids. Maybe it is that time of the month, but I'm aware of my need to raise them, much more than I ever have before.
On a lighter note, Harper started preschool two days a week at a local church. She is so sweet. She didn't even cry. But, the first day could have been such a whirlwind that she really didn't know what was going on. So we will see how tomorrow goes.
Have a nice night and Happy Valentine's Day!
Whitney
We have finally moved to New Bern, NC and we are almost all unpacked. There are probably only 5 or so boxes left. We purged a ton last July when we unpacked in Pensacola and there was not much to throw away here.
So far I'm really happy. Our house is fabulous and we finally feel like we can spread out and live. Our neighborhood has large wooded lots with nice wide streets for walking the dogs. Harper has already been out to play in the yard and on the driveway. I really took these luxuries for granted before we lived in the roach motel. Now I'm trying to appreciate every little morsel.
Speaking of appreciation, I am at a point in my life where I feel that things are going so well that I find myself waiting for the other shoe to drop. I am trying to be present in each moment, because I feel that it will not last. I'm trying to be more careful, even while driving. I think I can only describe my feelings as wanting to be around for my children as they grow. Sickness and accidents and other morbid thoughts have been weighing on my mind and I just want to be healthy and alive for my kids. Maybe it is that time of the month, but I'm aware of my need to raise them, much more than I ever have before.
On a lighter note, Harper started preschool two days a week at a local church. She is so sweet. She didn't even cry. But, the first day could have been such a whirlwind that she really didn't know what was going on. So we will see how tomorrow goes.
Have a nice night and Happy Valentine's Day!
Whitney
Friday, January 18, 2013
Transitions
Good Morning:
The move is looming in a week or so and I can't wait! I can't believe this is MLK weekend. I am ready to get unpacked already. There are tons of decorating and organizing ideas swirling around in my head and I am ready to implement them in our new house. Good thing we get a little extra money from the Navy so that Harper can get some big girl furniture, including a big girl bed. I hate to take her out of the crib while it still works so well. But, Mason is ready for the crib and I'm ready for her to be out of our bedroom.
Harper sleeps very well in the crib but I guess you have to start growing up at some point. I'm not looking forward for her transition into a little girl's room, but we've got to start sometime. Also, the ol' bobby (pacifier) will be going bye bye pretty soon after we move too. Once we get used to our new house and room, the bobby will be saying adios.
Mason has her 4 month check up today. I'm sure she'll have to have shots...my favorite. I don't mind the shots but I know how crummy she feels afterwards.
I have cut my hair off recently and thought that would fulfill my hankering for change. It did for a little while but I'm still not happy. I love my hair, but I think my feelings for change root deeper than wanting just a new look for myself. I think my uncontrollable longing for change is tied to my weight. I am unhappy with how I look in the mirror and even more unhappy about all of the clothes in my closet that I cannot wear. Granted, I am not morbidly obese and I did just have a baby, but I am back to my pre-pregnancy weight...and that is too heavy for where I want to be. Tommy and I are going to scope out some gyms in our new town and hope to join up soon after we arrive. I feel so lazy and cooped up down here. There is not a good place to get out and walk, much less play outside with the kids.
So, I'm hoping that when we move, we will all have a smooth transition into our new,but familiar and improved, life!
That is enough rambling for the moment.
I may be out of touch the next few weeks, but I'll be back eventually!
Whitney
The move is looming in a week or so and I can't wait! I can't believe this is MLK weekend. I am ready to get unpacked already. There are tons of decorating and organizing ideas swirling around in my head and I am ready to implement them in our new house. Good thing we get a little extra money from the Navy so that Harper can get some big girl furniture, including a big girl bed. I hate to take her out of the crib while it still works so well. But, Mason is ready for the crib and I'm ready for her to be out of our bedroom.
Harper sleeps very well in the crib but I guess you have to start growing up at some point. I'm not looking forward for her transition into a little girl's room, but we've got to start sometime. Also, the ol' bobby (pacifier) will be going bye bye pretty soon after we move too. Once we get used to our new house and room, the bobby will be saying adios.
Mason has her 4 month check up today. I'm sure she'll have to have shots...my favorite. I don't mind the shots but I know how crummy she feels afterwards.
I have cut my hair off recently and thought that would fulfill my hankering for change. It did for a little while but I'm still not happy. I love my hair, but I think my feelings for change root deeper than wanting just a new look for myself. I think my uncontrollable longing for change is tied to my weight. I am unhappy with how I look in the mirror and even more unhappy about all of the clothes in my closet that I cannot wear. Granted, I am not morbidly obese and I did just have a baby, but I am back to my pre-pregnancy weight...and that is too heavy for where I want to be. Tommy and I are going to scope out some gyms in our new town and hope to join up soon after we arrive. I feel so lazy and cooped up down here. There is not a good place to get out and walk, much less play outside with the kids.
So, I'm hoping that when we move, we will all have a smooth transition into our new,
That is enough rambling for the moment.
I may be out of touch the next few weeks, but I'll be back eventually!
Whitney
Thursday, January 10, 2013
North Carolina
Hi Everyone!
I know it has been a while since my last post, but there is always a long time in between posts because my life is crazy. We had a great holiday season but as always, I'm glad that it is OVER! Family and traveling is great, but it is so nice to come home and get back into our schedule.
We won't be on schedule for much longer though. At the end of the month, we are moving to New Bern, North Carolina. Tommy has been stationed at MCAS Cherry Point. We will be renting a sweet house with lots of yard and space, which I'm very excited about. Our new house will have double what we are living in now. Check it out here. I can't tell you how excited I am to get out of Florida. I'll miss the great beach at Perdido Key, but that is about it.
Right now it is looking like Tommy will have to deploy at some point. We will know more about that soon I hope.
That's about it for now. We are just gearing up for the big move.
Laters Baby,
WE
I know it has been a while since my last post, but there is always a long time in between posts because my life is crazy. We had a great holiday season but as always, I'm glad that it is OVER! Family and traveling is great, but it is so nice to come home and get back into our schedule.
We won't be on schedule for much longer though. At the end of the month, we are moving to New Bern, North Carolina. Tommy has been stationed at MCAS Cherry Point. We will be renting a sweet house with lots of yard and space, which I'm very excited about. Our new house will have double what we are living in now. Check it out here. I can't tell you how excited I am to get out of Florida. I'll miss the great beach at Perdido Key, but that is about it.
Right now it is looking like Tommy will have to deploy at some point. We will know more about that soon I hope.
That's about it for now. We are just gearing up for the big move.
Laters Baby,
WE
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