Mother/Daughter Time

Emmalyn isn't a baby anymore.  She has become her own individual, with quite the personality and sass.  During my Spring Break we were able to spend a lot of time together.  Wes was in school and his Spring Break was last week, which he was able to go to science camp, lucky!!  On my last day of break me and Em met up with some friends at the Chino Youth Museum; just their speed.  The girls had a good time playing dress up and being goofy.  We then went to CPK for lunch.  It was so much fun seeing the interaction between Em and the other girls.  They were talking up a storm and having their own silly conversations.  It was also fun for me to hang out with some other mamas. 

After Emmalyn's nap we then went to go get our toes done.  I've painted Em's at home, but this was her first time getting it done at the nail salon.  She loved it!  She put her feet in the water, they rubbed lotion on them, and then she chose what color she wanted them...pink of course!!  They also added a flower to her big toe, which she couldn't wait to show daddy and Wes.  After our pedicures we went next door for frozen yogurt.  Em is not much into candy, but when it come to yogurt or ice cream she will always say, YES PLEASE!!  She is just like her brother.  

My little girl is growing up.  There are some days that I wish I could just keep her little, but days like today, I see what a special, silly, independent, sweet little girl she is growing up to be, which bring a smile to my face. 

Happy Birthday Wesley

I know I am so behind in blogging.  I am on spring break, so I am trying to catch up.  Back in December Wesley turned 11 years old.  He decided that he wanted a Game truck/Mindcraft theme party.  We rented a game truck and had over some friends from soccer and school.  The boys had a blast.  Some of the boys also spent the night.  9 boys spending the night...oh my, what was I thinking?!? Here are some picks of the fun and crazy night!

Even Emmalyn got in on the fun

Happy Birthday Wesley!!

We love you!!

Bike Ride at the Beach

New Years Eve we headed down to the beach to go bike riding.  My joined us too :).  We started at sunset Beach and biked to Huntington Beach.  We packed out lunch and then had some ice cream for dessert.  Here are  a few pictures of our trip. 

 Emmalyn's first bike ride

Disneyland

We went to Disneyland a couple weeks ago.  Paul, my mother-in-law, Wesley, and Emmalyn went.  It was Emmalyn's first visit.  She was so excited.  She knows who all the characters are since she loves to watch Disney Jr.  We took Wes out of school, so that was a treat for him too.  We got there right when it opened and stayed till it closed.  It was a perfect day, the weather was beautiful and it was not crowded.  Wes was able to get on all the BIG kid rides and Emmalyn enjoyed all of her rides too. 

 Emmalyn's first ride, the Ariel ride

 She loves goofy!!

 Paul and Wes. 

Her favorite Disney character!!

It was a wonderful day!!

Happy 2nd Birthday Emmalyn!!

I can't believe my baby girl is 2!!  I remember the day she was born like it was yesterday.  I love that her birthday falls on New Year's Day.  Not only do we get to celebrate Emmalyn's birthday, but we also get to start a new year! I love spending time with my silly girl.  Even though I am not able to spend the days with her, I know she is in good hands.  She continues to be watched my her grandmas, but 2 days a week she also goes to preschool.  She loves school!  She loves having friends!  She can name all of their names and her teachers names.  I love the relationship that her and Wesley have developed.  They love each other so much.  She loves to play soccer with him, watch T.V. with him, and loves when he reads to her.

I am trying to add pictures, but Blogger is not allowing me to :(.

Here is what Emmalyn has been up to lately:
Weight: 24.5lbs
Height:  33 inches

-she is right handed
-she can run, jump, do somersaults, climb, march, spin, do Yoga
-she can identify all her colors and shapes
-she can identify the letters A,B,E,H,J,H,K,M,P,Q,S,T,V
-she is still sleeping in her crib (I am okay with that)
-she loves Yo Gabba Gabba, Sophia the First, Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Hello Kitty
-she continues to love her sleep.  She sleeps 10-12 hrs at night and takes a 2-3 hour nap after lunch
-she loves when we go to parties or when friends and family come and visit
-she loves to sing.  I love to listen to her sing to her babies.
-she is potty trained (since she was 19 months)
I could just go on and on on everything she likes or can do. 

We love you Emmalyn!!

Happy Birthday Emmalyn!

Wordless Wednesday!

Emmalyn woke up from her nap looking like this. She went to bed with a shirt, panties, and some pants, but I guess she wanted them off. This girl cracks me up. Wes was laughing so hard too!

Potty Training

So for the last 3 month Emmalyn has been potty training.  She was one to initiate it.  She first started by telling us that she had to "poo", then she started to tell us that she had peed.  I was on the fence on really going full force with it, since she was only 17 months.  I wanted to wait till I was on summer vacation so we could really get on it, but we were so busy with play dates, trips to the beach, soccer games, and vacations.  She had the poo part down, but telling us she had to pee was a different story.  Now that she is in preschool, they have a policy of you come in underwear, you stay in underwear, even for nap time.  Well, I have to say that she has done amazing.  She now tells us before she needs to go and runs to the bathroom.  It's the cutest little thing.  I am a little sad that my baby is growing up.  She continues to be so "easy".  Don't get me wrong she has some sass in her, but everything has come so "easy" with her.  I have to say that I am happy we don't have to spend the money on diapers anymore. 

Flashback Friday

I was 5 months pregnant with Emmalyn in Palm Springs. We are off to Palm Springs again tomorrow, but this time I don't think I will have time to lay out. Instead I will be following an 18 month old that will keep me pretty busy :).

Wordless Wednesday

Wordless Wednesday

17 Months

Here's what she's doing....
It has been a long time since I have updated Emmalyn's growth and milestones. 
Gross Motor:
*climbing up on everything
*attempting to jump and thinks that if she is on her tippy toes she thinks she is jumping (so cute)
*climbs up the stairs very well and very fast. She loves to slide down the stairs on her bottom
Fine Motor:
*loves doing simple one piece puzzles, fitting shapes into their proper hole
*pushing buttons--She loves to turn on the T.V. and says "watch" as she does it.  Loves playing with her brothers Xbox controllers and D.S.
*She loves to draw and color and can hold her pencil/marker correctly
Language:
This girl is a talking machine.  Too many words to put down, but some of her favorites are:
"nigh, night"
"baby sleeping, shhh"
"outside"
"truck"
Sign language:
She has mastered please, thank you, more, and milk.  I haven't really taught her more, just because her language has increased so much. 
This girl is definitely asserting her independence.  She wants to do everything herself.  She is a girl, that loves her babies, purses, and bows.

She is still on the petite side.  She only weighs 21 pounds and is 31 inches tall.  We are slowing making the transition from 2 naps to 1.  We are in love with this crazy girl and keeps us on our toes.   

 

Waving to everyone at Victoria Gardens

Wordless Wednesday

Wordless Wednesday

What Have We Been Up To?

These days our lives are all about soccer.  Wes made the AYSO spring select team and it is pretty intense and very time consuming.  We usually have 3-4 games every weekend depending on how well they do.  Most of the tournaments have been local, but by the end of the season we will have traveled to Arizona, San Diego, San Juan Capistrano and Huntington Beach.  We are very proud of Wesley that he has managed to keep up his grades while being so busy with soccer.  Not only is Wes playing, but I am reffing games at the tournament, so that means Paul is picking up a lot of the "mom" duties with Emmalyn.

  Emmalyn keeps us pretty busy too.  She is such a happy, silly, loving, easy going, crazy, running, climbing little girl.  She is very into taking care of her babies and stuffed animals.  She loves to feed them, change them, talk to them, and take them for walks in their stroller.  Emmalyn has become quite the talker.  She can say so many words it's amazing. 

These two are my world.  Yes they keep me very busy, but I wouldn't change it for anything. 

Wordless Wednesday

Wordless Wednesday

1 year old check-up

She had her 1 year old check-up today. She got 3 shots and a TB shot. She handled it well. Her pediatrician said that she is doing great and is very advanced for her age. He is not too concerned with her weight, but to be on the safe side we are going to be giving her toddler formula...well actually half whole milk and half formula. She is now completely done with the bottle and is using a straw sippy cup. Here are her stats:

weight: 18.02 lbs (5th percentile)
length: 29 1/2 inches (5oth percentile)
head circumference: 17 inches

Happy 1st Birthday Baby Girl!

We can't believe that a whole year has passed since you were born. The morning you were born was a special one since it was the first day of 2011. You were the perfect addition to our family. We are so blessed to have you in our lives and every day you put a smile on our face.

Since the day you were born you have been such an easy going girl...you made it going back to work that much easier. Since you were a month old you have been on a schedule and have slept through the whole night which make mommy and daddy very happy. You are working on drinking milk from a bottle to a sippy cup. You love to drink water from a straw. You are a very independent girl. You love to play with your brother and cuddle with you mommy and daddy. You are no longer eating baby food and love to eat what we eat. You are still small for your age, but I am going to try not to worry since you are meeting your milestones with no problem.

Emmalyn's milestones:
Weight: 18 pounds
Length: will update after her 1 year old appointment
Head circumference: will update after appointment

Emmalyn can:
wave bye bye and hi
clap
blow kisses
dance by bouncing her legs and moving her head back and forth
walk
make animal sounds: dog, cat, monkey, cow, pig, and sheep
can say: baby, ball, mama, dada, shoes, socks
can sign: all done, please, thank you, more

2 months old (just got her ears pierced)

found her feet

sitting like a big girl

loves baths

her new set of wheels

such a silly girl ( her version of a somersault)

look at ALL of those teeth (she has 8)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY EMMALYN!!

WE LOVE YOU!!
LOVE MOM AND DAD

Happy 10th Birthday Wesley!!

This year we aren't doing a big party. He decided that he wanted to go to Knott's Berry Farm with some friends. I can't believe that my little guy is 10!! Where have the years gone?!? Here are some pictures of Wesley of the past 5 years!!

5 years old!

6 years old

7 years old

8 years old



9 years old

He has grown into an amazing young man. When I first met Wesley, he was a very shy and timid little boy. He now is a boy with confidence and is a great role model to his little sister. We love you very much and are so proud of you.

"I didn't give you the gift of life.
But in my heart I know.
The love I feel is deep and real
as if it had been so.
For us to have each other
Is like a dream come true.
No, I didn't give you the gift of life,
Life gave me the gift of you."
-Unknown

Wesley you were a package deal with your dad and that is the best present you and your dad could of ever given me. I love you!