Barbie and Nek (Ken)

As I was cooking dinner the other night I noticed that it was very quiet out in the living room. I went out to make sure that "someone" hadn't climbed the steps and was up in her room. What I found was Adeline with her two new friends "Barbie" and "Nek" (or Ken spelled backwards). What she was doing just made me laugh and run and get the camera.
You see...when we change Adeline's diaper she lays on a pillow from the couch. She always pulls one down when she needs to be changed and we didn't make it to the potty on time. Adeline decided that Barbie and Nek also needed to be changed. So she pulled down two pillows, pulled down their pants (check out Ken) and wrapped them in her own diapers.
She is such a natural Mommy.

"Hoo's"

While I was finishing up the grocery list at the table I asked Adeline to go and get her shoe's. I let her know that we were going grocery shopping and that she could ride in her favorite Dora cart. A few seconds later both James and my "Hoo's" (shoe's) were right beside us ready to be put on.

14 weeks...

I feel bad because these are the first pictures we have taken of my belly. With Adeline I think we took a picture the day we found out we were pregnant (of course I thought I was showing then:-)

By popular demand...

Adeline was a bit under the weather for her #2 birthday party so when it came time to sing she wasn't very happy about it. Since then she has welcomed all the happy birthday singing we give.

"Tiss"

Every time Adeline gets hurt, I hurt. Even if it is a little scratch. This summer there have been many scratches primarily on her knees. I always kiss ("tiss") her boo-boo's per her request many times a day.

Tonight after getting back from Frosty-O and a very busy day outside we went to the back yard to play. As Adeline was running out she tripped on the pavement and fell flat on her face. The screams came in a matter of seconds. I brought her inside to calm her down and see what all happened. My poor baby, blood was everywhere. Her two bottom teeth had cut into her lip.

Once the crying stopped Adeline knew of one way to stop that pain and that was a "tiss". I took advantage of this and gave her many kisses throughout the night. I remember my mom's kiss having the same effect on me when I was young so I am glad the same medicine works for Adeline.

Daddy's home!!!

Sunday night James came home just before bedtime. Adeline was really happy to see him. Unfortunately my camera died just as we went to see him at the door but I think this captures a lot of her excitement.

Daddy and Addy...

For Father's Day I got James a picture journal called Dates with Dad. I wasn't sure if I would be the one actually filling this out when they went on their dates but I thought it would be great for Adeline. Well.....to my surprise while working at NP I was visited by Addy and Daddy. For Adeline's b-day (since James would be working all day) he took her out to Chuckie Cheese for their first date. They were both very excited to come and show me all of the fun they had. Even though I was sad to have missed out on their great adventure I was very proud of James and reminded once again of what an exceptional father he is.

Happy Birthday Adeline....

It's hard to believe that it has been two years since Adeline Kay came into the world. Last night while she was sleeping James and I watched her birth video. I am so thankful that I have it all on tape, it is such a special reminder. It was fun looking at her just being born and seeing so many characteristics that she still carries to this day. Her pouty lip, her cheeks, her cry.

My prayer for Adeline every night (after we pray for Becca, Aimee, Rock-is, Daddy, Mommy, Nana, Papa, Bapa, MoMa, Aunt Bedis, Aunt Enin, Leish, Michael, and all of the Disney characters) is that she will choose to love and follow Jesus and that she will never doubt how much her parents love her and each other.

Happy Birthday Sweet Adeline! We love you!

Hawaiian Lou ou

Saturday we celebrated Adeline's 2nd birthday with a Hawaiian Lou ou. We weren't too sure if the weather would cooperate so we had the inside of the house prepared and ready. Thankfully the weather held off and we had an amazing day. Adeline was a little under the weather so she wasn't quite herself but she did pretty good. One of the most exciting parts was James' giant volcano that would erupt periodically.

Beach Day!!

Adeline liked to take off her hat and put it on herself. Pretty close:-)
Thinking about braving the water
Settling for Corrie's water bottle

A playdate with Mina (Maya)

The long awaited play date finally happened. Adeline was able to play with her friend Mina (Maya). She had a lot of fun taking care of Maya's babies and feeding them milk. Maya was an excellent host and Adeline really enjoyed herself. We look forward to the next time.

A shower for Jinnae...

Today Adeline and I had a shower for Jinnae and Vicki. There were a few people from the Muskegon area who had yet to meet Jinnae and this provided that chance. It was a great time of talking and visiting and watching all the girls play together.

No more shots....

...and my butt says thank you.