Determined...

Ok, so after talking to my BFF's sister Emily, it's now clear to me that I really need to keep up with this blog. She made me realize if for nothing else, I should do it so that I have it to look back on - not only for other people to read. So Em, I thank you!

Well here's what's going on in our crazy lives these days. Payton is growing up so fast, walking/running everywhere, repeating everything we say, and definitely developing her own little personality. It's blowing our minds how much she is talking - when we asked her if she wanted to take a bath tonight she said "bath"; it sounds like a simple word but when she said it Brian and I both looked at each other with shocked looks on our faces because we realized that she is now going to start repeating EVERYTHING. Better watch what we say! She began daycare last week, after a few rough drop offs things are finally getting easier. She doesn't scream when I drop her off anymore which helps me a lot. I've finally stopped calling half way through the day to check on her. She brought home her first "art project" the other day, a felt collage - very cute. That reminds me, i need to get a frame. We're surprised at how well she's napping there, at least an hour and a half nap every day, and she eats EVERYTHING. Even the veggies she won't eat at home...works for me! Some of her fave foods are bananas, toast, pb&j, and eggs. Her stuffed animal "snuggle pup" has played an important role in helping her adjust to school. I guess it is important for a baby to have that special item!

This weekend went by way too fast but it was good - we actually went out on friday night for a bit, sans baby, that was nice. Although, we left after she went to bed so we didn't miss out on any quality Payton time. Last night friends of ours hosted a playdate/bbq with some of the young babes on campus. It was great to see all of these little guys that were born the same year, now running around and playing together. Payton is pretty lucky to have so many playmates, and so are we! Today was a good family day, after church we went to visit my Memere in the nursing home. It was a great visit, it's great to see Mem's face light up when she sees Payton. i got some great pics :) Then Brian's parents, sister, and shan came over for our first "cookout" of the year; I say "cookout" b/c it was more of a cook-in since it was freaking freezing outside. Payton was in a great mood after her THREE HOUR NAP. But then we had the audacity to change her stinky diaper and that threw her off a bit. It's so strange how that happens - she could be in a great mood then we changed her diaper and she's angry and cranky for the next hour or so. Such a bummer. I'm not sure I'd be happier sitting in my own poop, but somehow, she is. She's really been throwing tantrums like crazy lately. towards the end of last week, i was exhausted by the time i dropped her off at school at 1130 b/c i was constantly battling with her. She wants to be held, but i have to get her ready, me ready, and her lunch ready - she doesn't understand this yet so she flips out. I've just been making sure she's in a safe area, and letting her scream her little heart out. Not much else i can do - i have to get that stuff done so hopefully she'll figure it out fast b/c it's not fun to listen to her be that upset. Anyway, I got side tracked a bit - i started talking about tantrums b/c tonight, for some reason, she wouldn't sit in her high chair unless we put on her winter coat. WHAT?! She's never done anything like this before - it was pretty weird. After Brian put it on her, she was totally fine. She sat in her high chair and ate her dinner...with her coat on. She kept it on up until bath time. This was a battle that wasn't worth fighting - i gave brian some slack for giving in to her but he's right, it wasn't hurting anything - we're really going to have to start picking our battles I suppose!!