Just editing from yesterday... as I can't seem to post more than 14 words from my cell phone. I'll get a new one. Really soon. With a great camera on it.
Anyhow, same story. Maybe a few more thoughts later, if Hannah continues to nap like an angel. Or I'll just start now: She's all pooped out from playing with Amber in Ladera. We are back from a walk in the sunshine and some playtime at the park. I have been longing for a snow day, as I see pictures coming in from all over the country of family homes dusted with white snowflakes. But today, I was very thankful for my California sunshine.
We are still waiting for Hannah to walk, but the day will come soon enough I am sure. I actually wouldn't be surprised if she does it on the playground, as she is now super-excited to be moving around like a big girl, and wants to do everything ALL BY HERSELF. (i.e. she is learning to climb, and you had better not try to help or steady her or anything, ALL BY HERSELF!) Feeding too. Not as interested in purees as much, unless she is teething, she wants some of your food, and she wants to eat it all by herself!
Speaking of eating, and doing things all by herself: my post from yesterday. I had to let the world know how funny this was right away, because well, I was cracking up:
"I just caught Hannah trying really hard to get something from under the fridge. I thought it was one of her favorite new "little people" toys from Christmas. Nope. It was all those Cheerios that I swept under there this morning when I dropped the box early this morning. (Nothing gets past this girl). So, we are sitting down for a snack. From the box."
Ironically, Hannah seems to sample food from strange places while I am in the kitchen trying to be a good mom and puree some healthy stuff for her! The other time she did this, was when she was first crawling and exploring the kitchen. I was pureeing something really quickly (seriously, like 5 seconds, and she crawled around the corner. Not thinking there was much for her to get into, I came around to check on her, and found her examining a stray bit of dog food that had made it across the kitchen. Awesome. (that was sarcasm)
Food. This reminds me I am gearing up for the weekly trip to Trader Joe's. Thinking of what to have for New Year's Eve: some fondue perhaps? Maybe just appetizers? I think we are rock 'n bowling for a bit that night. Hopefully. We did that a few years ago, and it was the best. Except for the year we were in Mammoth. Again, wishing for snow.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Monday, December 7, 2009
new discoveries and developments
Hannah is at the greatest age right now. I think I say that every time she gets older, actually! I love that each day is so full of discovery and development for her!
Christmas decorations are coming out now at the Nourse casa, and Hannah is really working on her dance moves as we listen to Christmas carols! She's been playing with a musical Snoopy toy, and loves turning the music on and off (and on. and off. on. off.on.off.on and on, and on...!) and she does a little dance with him. Too cute. Just like the surprised look on her face when the Christmas clock chimes in the kitchen... she's still looking for it!
We've also noticed in the last week, that Hannah likes to move... really fast! She's been speeding around in the walker... even Gus is a little bit scared when he hears that thing coming! Too bad she likes to chase him so much! She'll be walking any day... I'm sure!
She loves walking with her stroller toy, and cruising along the furniture in the living room and the cabinets in the kitchen while Mommy works!
Today, since it was rainy, she went for her first "sleigh ride" on my quilt, as I pulled her through the house... she laughed so hard! Gus, again, was really confused, and actually stopped the "sleigh" when he stepped on the corner. Oopsy.
Currently, Hannah is mastering her dipping skills in the high chair with her yogurt and teething biscuit. Looks like she'll be quite the artist someday.
I love days off. I love my job too. But really, days like this are the best.
Christmas decorations are coming out now at the Nourse casa, and Hannah is really working on her dance moves as we listen to Christmas carols! She's been playing with a musical Snoopy toy, and loves turning the music on and off (and on. and off. on. off.on.off.on and on, and on...!) and she does a little dance with him. Too cute. Just like the surprised look on her face when the Christmas clock chimes in the kitchen... she's still looking for it!
We've also noticed in the last week, that Hannah likes to move... really fast! She's been speeding around in the walker... even Gus is a little bit scared when he hears that thing coming! Too bad she likes to chase him so much! She'll be walking any day... I'm sure!
She loves walking with her stroller toy, and cruising along the furniture in the living room and the cabinets in the kitchen while Mommy works!
Today, since it was rainy, she went for her first "sleigh ride" on my quilt, as I pulled her through the house... she laughed so hard! Gus, again, was really confused, and actually stopped the "sleigh" when he stepped on the corner. Oopsy.
Currently, Hannah is mastering her dipping skills in the high chair with her yogurt and teething biscuit. Looks like she'll be quite the artist someday.
I love days off. I love my job too. But really, days like this are the best.
Monday, November 23, 2009
Happy lil' eater (today)!
There's lots to be thankful for this year. That's for sure.
Today, I am thankful for my little eater. She has wanted nothing but bottles and lately, she is really starting to enjoy and even want real food! Feeding Hannah has been quite the adventure, as she's got quite the sweet tooth, and vegetables well, aren't that sweet!
Great news today: she has happily finished lunch, even before the second bottle of the day! It was apples and pumpkin! I think she's ready for Thanksgiving!
I was really excited to give her the pumpkin. I had made it especially for her, on the first cold day of fall, so she could taste some seasonal food. We've had amazing luck making some foods (I know, that sounds like a lot of work, but it's not if you can work the microwave and the food processor/blender/I use a chef's chopper!) We used the recipes and trays from Fresh Baby and then just freeze them in trays! SO easy, and it saves LOTS of money! We've made some scrumptious food combos from Annabel Karmel's First Meals and More. I am so excited to make her a shepherd's pie with leftovers from Thanksgiving!
We're off to shop now! Yay for Thanksgiving vacation!
Today, I am thankful for my little eater. She has wanted nothing but bottles and lately, she is really starting to enjoy and even want real food! Feeding Hannah has been quite the adventure, as she's got quite the sweet tooth, and vegetables well, aren't that sweet!
Great news today: she has happily finished lunch, even before the second bottle of the day! It was apples and pumpkin! I think she's ready for Thanksgiving!
I was really excited to give her the pumpkin. I had made it especially for her, on the first cold day of fall, so she could taste some seasonal food. We've had amazing luck making some foods (I know, that sounds like a lot of work, but it's not if you can work the microwave and the food processor/blender/I use a chef's chopper!) We used the recipes and trays from Fresh Baby and then just freeze them in trays! SO easy, and it saves LOTS of money! We've made some scrumptious food combos from Annabel Karmel's First Meals and More. I am so excited to make her a shepherd's pie with leftovers from Thanksgiving!
We're off to shop now! Yay for Thanksgiving vacation!
Saturday, November 14, 2009
she's one today...
feeling reflective today. realizing that my life changed forever for the better one year ago today. micah and i have been just stunned ever since hannah arrived... early! what a wonder she is, and how she has captured my heart in new ways every day!
she was the tiniest baby i have EVER seen, and i will never forget her little tiny hand reaching for mine, and her eyes straining to focus on my face. oh melt. she has also made me laugh, from the very beginning, with her funny poop faces, and big girl farts... such a contrast to those dainty little fingers and sweet face. i love watching her sleep. i am sure i will never get tired of it. she sticks her top lip out, and chin up, and i think it is quite possibly the sweetest thing ever!
she has always been strong, from her first check-ups when she actually lifted up her whole head to scream when the doctor put her on her stomach, or how she would roll herself to the side of the hospital bassinet. yeah, seriously! she's pretty strong! i think she's been working on sit-ups since may or so. that girl has abs of steel. amazing. wonder what she will do with all of that strength someday.
it has been super fun to watch her learn to explore the world around her this month. she is not walking yet, but she crawls all over the place, and pulls herself up wherever she can, and gets into pretty much anything within reach! she loves to play with gus, and he is the one who actually got her moving from room to room... she would follow him anywhere! they are the best of friends...
especially when hannah is eating in the high chair. she will share anything with him, because she knows it will bring him close enough to touch! they are quite the pair. gus understands that he is not supposed to eat her food. but when i am not looking (even just for a second!) hannah is baiting him with her cute little hand full of food, and he will check to see if i am watching before he tries it! those sneaky little stinkers...
hannah has actually come up with a few sneaky tricks of her own lately. yesterday, as i was getting stuff together for her party, she found my phone in the diaper bag on the floor and called 911. i was shocked that this could happen. turns out, even if the keys are locked, you can still press 9 and make an emergency call. hannah is also quick to inspect the electrical outlets, (though all have been plugged for safety!) and she's also on the lookout for any cheerios that she may have dropped (eww.)
i can't believe this is her first birthday. i couldn't wait for her to wake up today, so i could make this day special, and i was kind of sad earlier tonight when she fell asleep right away, with her new little sock monkey (i couldn't wait to give her that!). i was so looking forward to reading her more stories! oh well! something to look forward to tomorrow!
Happy birthday, Hannah Lynne. We love you!
she was the tiniest baby i have EVER seen, and i will never forget her little tiny hand reaching for mine, and her eyes straining to focus on my face. oh melt. she has also made me laugh, from the very beginning, with her funny poop faces, and big girl farts... such a contrast to those dainty little fingers and sweet face. i love watching her sleep. i am sure i will never get tired of it. she sticks her top lip out, and chin up, and i think it is quite possibly the sweetest thing ever!
she has always been strong, from her first check-ups when she actually lifted up her whole head to scream when the doctor put her on her stomach, or how she would roll herself to the side of the hospital bassinet. yeah, seriously! she's pretty strong! i think she's been working on sit-ups since may or so. that girl has abs of steel. amazing. wonder what she will do with all of that strength someday.
it has been super fun to watch her learn to explore the world around her this month. she is not walking yet, but she crawls all over the place, and pulls herself up wherever she can, and gets into pretty much anything within reach! she loves to play with gus, and he is the one who actually got her moving from room to room... she would follow him anywhere! they are the best of friends...
especially when hannah is eating in the high chair. she will share anything with him, because she knows it will bring him close enough to touch! they are quite the pair. gus understands that he is not supposed to eat her food. but when i am not looking (even just for a second!) hannah is baiting him with her cute little hand full of food, and he will check to see if i am watching before he tries it! those sneaky little stinkers...
hannah has actually come up with a few sneaky tricks of her own lately. yesterday, as i was getting stuff together for her party, she found my phone in the diaper bag on the floor and called 911. i was shocked that this could happen. turns out, even if the keys are locked, you can still press 9 and make an emergency call. hannah is also quick to inspect the electrical outlets, (though all have been plugged for safety!) and she's also on the lookout for any cheerios that she may have dropped (eww.)
i can't believe this is her first birthday. i couldn't wait for her to wake up today, so i could make this day special, and i was kind of sad earlier tonight when she fell asleep right away, with her new little sock monkey (i couldn't wait to give her that!). i was so looking forward to reading her more stories! oh well! something to look forward to tomorrow!
Happy birthday, Hannah Lynne. We love you!
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
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