March 28 2009

We went to lunch with Nana and Dandy today and you decided to throw a fit and cry the whole way there because you did not want to sit in your booster seat. So unpredictable. But on a good note, you ordered a side salad with ranch for lunch and ate almost all of it. I am super excited because you have eaten apples, grapes and salad today! We had a little talk about the miralax thing and healthy foods, while this is not the first time, maybe it sunk in this time! Nee Nee came over tonight to visit and you had fun doing fingernails.

March 27 2009

It's Friday! You are so anxious to get home each day to ride you bike. We don't have a big weekend planned just hanging out since we have been gone and doing so many birthday parties that will be nice. You and Blaire danced the night away!

March 26 2009

We are still on the Miralax and you still complain of headaches but not near as often. Today you said your waist hurt and you back if you bent over at all. I am considering an appt with a gastro specialist just to see if it is connected to the headaches and just make sure nothing besides constipation is wrong. I'm going to give it another week or so. When I picked you up from school Mrs. Luna came out with a grin and said that you saw Mr. Sandlin in the hall this morning and went up and told him that you had read your 100 books and you needed your bracelet. He laughed and told you to tell your teacher and she would email him. Mrs. Luna said she was just surprised at how comfortable you were with the principal. And then you reminded her all day to email him and she forgot. I bet you won't let her forget tomorrow. That's my girl!

March 25 2009

You were excited to go back to school today because you had read 100 books! You get to get a bracelet of some sort from the principal when you accomplish this. I am so proud of you. You try your best at school and so far this year, you have not ever moved a clip on the behavior chart. Only you and one other boy can claim this. That's great and all but I fear the day when something happens and you might get in trouble. I have tried to prepare you for this day, shall it come but you are confused why I would think it was ok to get in trouble. I have tried the everyone makes mistakes....but you don't look too forgiving. Wonder where that came from? hehe....We went to church tonight and you wanted to go up for your birthday and let them sing to you. Fine but then they called Blaire and Brynlee up to so I had to go. Oh well, there are worse things. You were so excited about that. Who would have guessed!

March 24 2009

We overslept today because Brynlee was up most of the night screaming. I wanted to take you in anyway for possible UTI. You complained of a back ache when you got out of bed. We all went to the doctor, but have to wait a day or so to culture because they said it just looked suspicious, not sure. It was raining and a lazy day here anyway, a good day to miss school. Of course you did not want to go to gymnastics tonight, I think you are milking it. But with this weather and 2 other cranky kids, I am not thrilled about driving you across town. Today was the first day you have spoken about Murray without getting sad or even crying. I am so proud we are making progress. You were telling Blaire he is in heaven now and so he is happy. !WOW-progress-

March 23 2009

Back to school today. You were excited because you were taking Mrs. Luna a present from Disney, a Quincy doll (from Little Einsteins) for her little boy Ricardo. You were set on getting him something because Mrs. Luna told you he likes them. You are so sweet. You had dance tonight and then came straight home to ride you bike. You have learned to ride so well. You complained that it hurt when you tried to go to the bathroom, screamed actually. I hope you don't have some sort of infection.

March 22 2009

This computer journal is working out so much better. I just never realized how much time it takes to actually hand write things out, especially when I have so much to say! Today we had Brynlee's first birthday party. It went great. You all had a great time playing at the little park we had it at. You have learned to ride your bike very well without training wheels and can even start and stop by yourself. You are so proud of yourself and you should be I can't believe how fast you did that and on such a big bike. Nana and Dandy came by after the party just to see you ride. We are all still exhausted after the trip and its back to school tomorrow.

March 21 2009

Today we had to be up before the sun to get home. You loved the plane ride home and were gald to be getting home to see Lilly, Nana and you were also excited to get to see Aunt Kathy and Lindsey who were here for Erin's shower. We all went to Dee Dee' s to visit and then went to Ironwood Grill to eat. You got a birthday card with 20 in it! You also pulled your tooth on the plane ride home. Tonight when you went to bed, you wrote another note that said, PLEASE DO NOT TAKE THE TOOTH.

March 20 2009

Today we visited Hollywood Studios. We scheduled a lunch for Blaire's birthday at Hollywood and Vine with JoJo and the Little Einsteins. It was great fun. We got to see the characters a lot and the atmosphere was really great. We went back ans let you swim for several hours when we were done since we are leaving tomorrow. You got a beautiful music box today for a souvenier.

March 19 2009

Back to the Magic Kingdom today. We rode rides that we missed the last time and it was not quite as hot today. We had breakfast with Minnie, Donald and Goofy this morning at our resort. This was a very good breakfast and the characters were great. Again a long, exhausting hot day but lots of fun!

March 18 2009

Today we went to Epcot. We rode several rides and ate in the food court there. The best part was the trip through the big ball . You were disappointed to find out that the Hall of Presidents was closed because they were adding Barack Obama. We will definitely have to catch that on our next trip. You have become quite the photographer these days. Daddy and I let you take some pics with my camera but we need to get you a better one. You love taking pictures just like I do! Tonight was the luau at the Polynesian resort. It had great food and a show. We all (except Daddy) went on stage for a birthday hula! The show was a little long so we headed home just before it was over. We got to ride the monorail and that was fun.

March 17 2009

We went to the Animal Kingdom today. We got there fairly early and did the Safari. We saw another parade and even got to meet Lilo and Stitch. The AK overall was good but crowded and hot. You liked the animals however, so I guess it was worth it. We ate at Tusker House and went back to the resort for the evening.

March 16, 2009

Today, we decided to let you go swimming most of the day since that is what would make you happy. You went down the water slide about one million times. Great for Daddy's knee- the spiral staircase. By evening we walked over to Epcot to see the fireworks show and eat dinner. I don't know what it is with you but you are bound to catch something from a waterfountain. You want to stop and drink out of every one! We got to bed early in hopes of getting to the park earlier tomorrow.

March 15th 2009

Today we went to Magic Kingdom. It was hot! We rode some rides and saw lots of sights. It was tiring but of course memorable. I still have to pinch myself that I am actually in Disney with my 3 girls. It is a dream come true. You liked the rides, Daddy and I took turns with you. We did the Dumbo ride together. It was a long day and we were all tired so we went to bed. You are dying to get out to the waterslide. We stayed late at the MK and saw the parade and fireworks show. We got several more autographs for your book today.

March 14th 2009

Brooke,

Let me start by saying that I have been HORRIBLE at keeping up your journal this past year. I am going to try and do a better job by typing it online. I can always find time before I go to bed to sit at the computer so I will try and make a habit of writing every night before bed about your day. This is your 6th birthday. Where has the time gone? On one hand, it seems like just yesterday you were born, on the other it is like you are an extension of me in so many ways, that it is like I have never been without you. You are one special little girl! I love you so much I can't describe it. I will recount your birthday. Daddy and I told you that you could have your present from us on your real birthday (you had a party last weekend). We also told you that it was too big to wrap. So we got you up super early and brought all of you in the living room. We have 6 birthday sacks that you had to open. Each one contained a letter and it spelled DISNEY. It took you a minute to figure it out but you had the biggest smile when you did. You especially got excited when we told you that we were going right away, the car was already packed. I tell you Brooke this was one of the greatest days of my life, getting to take my family on a vacation and especially for you since you are old enough to understand and have been asking to go to Disney for about a year now. Once Daddy gave me the go ahead after Christmas, I started planning the trip. We decided to make it a suprise, just in case something fell through and also to make it a SUPER special birthday! You loved the plane ride and the resort was great. We had a birthday dinner with the princesses. You dressed up as Belle, make up and all. You looked beautiful. A lady even stopped us on the way to take pictures of you girls all dressed up. We got autographs and pictures with the princesses as they made thier way around to each table. We had a great time despite the wheel falling off of our stroller-LOL and Daddy popping his knee out of place. You could not wait to get in the pool at the resort so we let you all take a quick swim. You love swimming. I just want to tell you how proud I am of you and how sweet and thoughtful you can be. I am so glad God chose me to be your mom. I want to make every day count with you because you are growing up TOO FAST!