Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Daddy vs. CJ
Tonight Daddy and CJ did not click. We were like black and white, hot and cold, fast and slow, and so many more opposites. CJ did not allow me a free moment. She stayed right on my leg the entire evening. Daddy is concerned about how CJ listens.
Monday, November 29, 2010
GOoooooooooooooooooooo!!!
CJ's favorite word to say these days seems to be, "Go!" She will say it in the car, at the babysitter, in church, while walking, while laying down and tonight she did so while watching wrestling after her shower. Daddy was laughing hysterically as she yelled Go, Go, Go as the wrestlers battled it out in the ring. She even peaked Mommy's interest when she let out an appropriate Oh' when one was kicked in the face. Daddy never knew that she enjoyed wrestling so much. I wonder if she thought it was football? In any event she was very much interested in what was on television and did not want to move from it.
CJ made Daddy's night once again. Once she had calmed down from the excitement of watching wrestling Mommy attempted to take her int he bedroom to get her ready for bed. As she turned away CJ looked back and said, "Nooooo!" She then reached her hands out for me and leaned over to try and get closer to me. of course I took her from Mommy and held her for a little while longer. CJ is my Princess and if she needed a little royal treatment her Daddy was going to give it to her.
Now she is going through her nightly routine of fighting her sleep. Hopefully she will soon grow out of that habit. As for now keep praying folks, we know if we pray things, people, and situations will change!
CJ made Daddy's night once again. Once she had calmed down from the excitement of watching wrestling Mommy attempted to take her int he bedroom to get her ready for bed. As she turned away CJ looked back and said, "Nooooo!" She then reached her hands out for me and leaned over to try and get closer to me. of course I took her from Mommy and held her for a little while longer. CJ is my Princess and if she needed a little royal treatment her Daddy was going to give it to her.
Now she is going through her nightly routine of fighting her sleep. Hopefully she will soon grow out of that habit. As for now keep praying folks, we know if we pray things, people, and situations will change!
Sunday, November 28, 2010
She Heard The Whole Sermon
Church and CJ do not always click. CJ likes to sing longer than the choir, pray longer than the deacon, and preach longer than the preacher. If she is not getting loud she usually needs to eat, therefore she prevents Mommy from hearing most of the sermon. This morning when we left the house Daddy made a deal with CJ. he told her that if she was quiet during the sermon that her Mommy would buy her something. Now I know it should have been me but why should I set myself up when Mommy would be a willing participant.
At the end of church I remembered CJ was there because I saw her. She behaved well today and I did not hear her at all. I just asked for the sermon and I got so much more. So I guess Mommy has to go out to buy her something nice. She has to be a woman of Daddy's word.
It will be only a matter of time before she learns how to conduct herself in church. She enjoys the music we know and if worship is going on around her CJ is down. She practices all throughout the week. Daddy and CJ will offer up some praise just because at any moment during the week. So CJ knows, Amen, Praise Him, and Hallelujah! Get with us or get left back.
As Sunday is a day full of it, please remember to pray. Not only is there power in prayer, but it changes things, people, and situations!
At the end of church I remembered CJ was there because I saw her. She behaved well today and I did not hear her at all. I just asked for the sermon and I got so much more. So I guess Mommy has to go out to buy her something nice. She has to be a woman of Daddy's word.
It will be only a matter of time before she learns how to conduct herself in church. She enjoys the music we know and if worship is going on around her CJ is down. She practices all throughout the week. Daddy and CJ will offer up some praise just because at any moment during the week. So CJ knows, Amen, Praise Him, and Hallelujah! Get with us or get left back.
As Sunday is a day full of it, please remember to pray. Not only is there power in prayer, but it changes things, people, and situations!
Saturday, November 27, 2010
Can't Keep Up
For the past few days one would think that I have simply forgotten my blogs. That would be untrue. As I laid with CJ as she drifted off to sleep I wondered what was up? Then it came to me, when I am home with CJ I have so much fun I get worn out. Then I lay down and the next things I know a new day is upon me. When I do think to blog it is usually in the middle of a turn or bathroom run and then I sit down to jot something quick and then forget to return the next day. I do not want you to think I have forgotten but this sleep has been doing the trick recently and the more I get the more I want.
Today was winter picture time. So CJ got all dolled up and off to the photographer, (personal that is) we went. The first attempt at a picture was negative. CJ wanted to eat and play before she smiled for the camera. So we allowed her to do just that and then Daddy noticed she put her head down. Daddy said, "If we are doing this picture we might want to proceed now because the thumb is in her mouth and she is laying her head down." So we went in the studio and prepared her for the picture. This time Daddy stayed in the room and pulled out his camera to trick her into smiling. CJ did not disappoint us either. She smiled, giggled, laughed, yelled, posed and did anything else she wanted to do while all we wanted was a good picture to send people for Christmas.
CJ#2 also had the opportunity to play with CJ#1 today. It is always so nice to see them play so well together. They have both grown so fast and they interact like two peas in a pod. So all in all it was a great day. We even had the opportunity to go dine as a family tonight. All CJ wanted was fries and Daddy's ice cream, lol. Mommy was not pleased and CJ knew it. When I gave her some she turned to Mommy and gave her a huge sly smile. I did make her eat her vegetables first at least!
Mommy said she does not know who to feel sorry for, CJ or Daddy? She should just join you all and pray for us both. We know that prayer changes things, people, and situations.
NOTE TO CJ: Before you eat dessert remember to always eat your vegetables. Vegetables help make you intelligent, healthy and strong!
Today was winter picture time. So CJ got all dolled up and off to the photographer, (personal that is) we went. The first attempt at a picture was negative. CJ wanted to eat and play before she smiled for the camera. So we allowed her to do just that and then Daddy noticed she put her head down. Daddy said, "If we are doing this picture we might want to proceed now because the thumb is in her mouth and she is laying her head down." So we went in the studio and prepared her for the picture. This time Daddy stayed in the room and pulled out his camera to trick her into smiling. CJ did not disappoint us either. She smiled, giggled, laughed, yelled, posed and did anything else she wanted to do while all we wanted was a good picture to send people for Christmas.
CJ#2 also had the opportunity to play with CJ#1 today. It is always so nice to see them play so well together. They have both grown so fast and they interact like two peas in a pod. So all in all it was a great day. We even had the opportunity to go dine as a family tonight. All CJ wanted was fries and Daddy's ice cream, lol. Mommy was not pleased and CJ knew it. When I gave her some she turned to Mommy and gave her a huge sly smile. I did make her eat her vegetables first at least!
Mommy said she does not know who to feel sorry for, CJ or Daddy? She should just join you all and pray for us both. We know that prayer changes things, people, and situations.
NOTE TO CJ: Before you eat dessert remember to always eat your vegetables. Vegetables help make you intelligent, healthy and strong!
Friday, November 26, 2010
The Day After the Feast
The day after Thanksgiving is always rough. You are still sluggish and the belly is still satisfied. All you want to do is sleep. Well Daddy wanted too, and CJ did just that. She slept until even Mommy was awake and up. Will fill you in with more later.
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Two A Days
OK, I realize I have a bit to fill you in on. Last night I do not know what happened. I planned to blog but I guess the bed beat me up. I laid down and the next thing I knew it was time to drive Mommy into work. So I will begin with the highlights from yesterday.
So yesterday CJ made her first trip into Daddy's office. Daddy planned his vacation and forgot that he had invited a group down to tour the campus. So the day finally came where Daddy could waste a trip down to Trenton and bring CJ along for the ride. The office has wanted to see her since she was born but the time never presented itself, so when I walked in the office and got her out of the stroller the tour began. You must bring them to the ladies in the back first. They have all the life long lessons, experience, and if you did not they would not let you hear the end of it. After she spoke with them and smiled a whole lot it was time to meet the boss. CJ did not have to wait to long because she was coming out to get her. She really loves kids and by her getting down to CJ's level and chasing her around the office you could tell. The co-workers were cool too, she had to warm up to the guys and she even managed to spill one of their coffee's all over the place.
Phase two of her day at TCNJ was having to sit through a presentation by her Daddy. Now we all know that CJ has had to sit though her Daddy addressing people before but this time was different. During the entire presentation you would not have known that CJ was in the room. When he is preaching CJ is heard but yesterday she sat still and quietly until her Daddy completed what he had to do. Daddy was so impressed that he asked the audience to give his baby girl a round of applause for behaving so well.
After the presentation Daddy sent out a text to all of CJ's sisters to come quickly if they wanted to see her. All of them came except one who had already left for the holiday weekend. I grilled them all because it took Daddy bringing in CJ to see all of his kids at one time together. CJ enjoyed their company and vice versa. It was cooling seeing them with her. I reminded them all that they have a good 10 to 15 years before they can even think of having one.
So after she met her siblings the day at TCNJ was pretty much over. We went back up and said our goodbyes, then it was off to pick Mommy up from work. It was a great day then it was on to the next.
Today I want to send CJ to the moon. It all started when the electricity had to be turned off to be repaired. they said the job would take 1/2 hour but it ended up taking two full hours. You try keeping CJ entertained with no computer, no television, no hot food, and nowhere to go. She did not want to sit and listen to me read, although I did manage to get a quick book in.
We fought a bit today too. CJ has a problem that she needs to fix. She need to not have Daddy repeat himself. She could be doing something that could hurt her, Daddy will ask her to stop and she will look at him and keep doing what she was doing. It is becoming to get frustrating but I am trying to develop patience as she continues to explore.
That about wraps the past two days up in a nutshell. Tomorrow is turkey day! You all keep praying for us, CJ and I will go through ups and downs but they will all make us stronger. Besides, we know that prayer changes things, people, and situations.
So yesterday CJ made her first trip into Daddy's office. Daddy planned his vacation and forgot that he had invited a group down to tour the campus. So the day finally came where Daddy could waste a trip down to Trenton and bring CJ along for the ride. The office has wanted to see her since she was born but the time never presented itself, so when I walked in the office and got her out of the stroller the tour began. You must bring them to the ladies in the back first. They have all the life long lessons, experience, and if you did not they would not let you hear the end of it. After she spoke with them and smiled a whole lot it was time to meet the boss. CJ did not have to wait to long because she was coming out to get her. She really loves kids and by her getting down to CJ's level and chasing her around the office you could tell. The co-workers were cool too, she had to warm up to the guys and she even managed to spill one of their coffee's all over the place.
Phase two of her day at TCNJ was having to sit through a presentation by her Daddy. Now we all know that CJ has had to sit though her Daddy addressing people before but this time was different. During the entire presentation you would not have known that CJ was in the room. When he is preaching CJ is heard but yesterday she sat still and quietly until her Daddy completed what he had to do. Daddy was so impressed that he asked the audience to give his baby girl a round of applause for behaving so well.
After the presentation Daddy sent out a text to all of CJ's sisters to come quickly if they wanted to see her. All of them came except one who had already left for the holiday weekend. I grilled them all because it took Daddy bringing in CJ to see all of his kids at one time together. CJ enjoyed their company and vice versa. It was cooling seeing them with her. I reminded them all that they have a good 10 to 15 years before they can even think of having one.
So after she met her siblings the day at TCNJ was pretty much over. We went back up and said our goodbyes, then it was off to pick Mommy up from work. It was a great day then it was on to the next.
Today I want to send CJ to the moon. It all started when the electricity had to be turned off to be repaired. they said the job would take 1/2 hour but it ended up taking two full hours. You try keeping CJ entertained with no computer, no television, no hot food, and nowhere to go. She did not want to sit and listen to me read, although I did manage to get a quick book in.
We fought a bit today too. CJ has a problem that she needs to fix. She need to not have Daddy repeat himself. She could be doing something that could hurt her, Daddy will ask her to stop and she will look at him and keep doing what she was doing. It is becoming to get frustrating but I am trying to develop patience as she continues to explore.
That about wraps the past two days up in a nutshell. Tomorrow is turkey day! You all keep praying for us, CJ and I will go through ups and downs but they will all make us stronger. Besides, we know that prayer changes things, people, and situations.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Daddy Daycare
Well when you take vacation from work if you truly want to have a vacation, do not open a daycare center in which you do not get paid. I really love my Princess but daycare is not in my future plans. CJ, as all 15 months olds, do not listen. They hear you and then choose whether or not they will follow what you say or continue doing the wrong they are in the midst of. Now do not get me wrong she does not do anything life threatening but CJ likes to live on the edge. On the edge of the wall, on the edge of the couch, on the edge of the horse, or anything else that will provide her with a thrill.
So you, as does Daddy, spend most of your day trying to keep yourself sane, therefore you do not try to accomplish much. Instead you get down and dirty with her. I guess I will soon be sitting at the table having tea and krimpets. I pray she selects butterscotch as her flavor to serve.
With the morning past us CJ and her Daddy enjoyed a great afternoon. CJ, as usual, spoke to everyone she saw. The good thing is that most of the people responded to her. Previously we ran into some real jerks. They would look her in the face, hear her speak to them, and say nothing. In my Stephanie Tanner voice, "How rude!" CJ grabbed a cute little dress for her so I guess that meant I had to purchase it and Daddy did. After we picked up Mommy we ran a few more errands and came home to eat pizza together as a family.
It is about 9:33pm and you all know what is happening now. CJ is yelling and screaming at the top of her lungs because she does not want to go to sleep. I know the feeling and wish the day had more hours but it does not. So folks let's get this bedtime scene on the prayer list. We know prayer changes things, people, and situations.
So you, as does Daddy, spend most of your day trying to keep yourself sane, therefore you do not try to accomplish much. Instead you get down and dirty with her. I guess I will soon be sitting at the table having tea and krimpets. I pray she selects butterscotch as her flavor to serve.
With the morning past us CJ and her Daddy enjoyed a great afternoon. CJ, as usual, spoke to everyone she saw. The good thing is that most of the people responded to her. Previously we ran into some real jerks. They would look her in the face, hear her speak to them, and say nothing. In my Stephanie Tanner voice, "How rude!" CJ grabbed a cute little dress for her so I guess that meant I had to purchase it and Daddy did. After we picked up Mommy we ran a few more errands and came home to eat pizza together as a family.
It is about 9:33pm and you all know what is happening now. CJ is yelling and screaming at the top of her lungs because she does not want to go to sleep. I know the feeling and wish the day had more hours but it does not. So folks let's get this bedtime scene on the prayer list. We know prayer changes things, people, and situations.
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Oh, CJ!
Well this morning when Daddy woke up he knew he had a marathon in front of him. Three worship experiences, 8am, 11am, and 4pm. He stared the day and the face and welcomed it though because he knew it would be three opportunities to celebrate God! The bad thing about all of this was that Daddy had to run this marathon alone. He would have no CJ to keep him going and no Mommy to go to sleep on him along the way. Mommy made the decision to pull out of the race earlier in the weekend because she felt CJ would break away from the course and make the race more grueling than it had to be.
So Daddy set out on his race and he must say all stages of the race were filled with great air. At all of the worship experiences God showed out! The word from the preachers was just what the doctor ordered. So while at the house for dinner, (the house refers to Daddy's childhood home, where is family still resides) Cj's great-grandmother wanted to make sure she sent CJ a treat. She prepared CJ an entire bag of grapes and of course she saw to it that Mommy had her weekly servings of macaroni and cheese.
When Daddy arrived home he found CJ looking a mess. She had just a shirt on and food all over her face. She had tore up the house and looked for something else to get into. CJ is a very funny child, so she saw me eating sherbert and she wanted some so she came over and leaned over my cup. I asked her to sit down and she did so immediately. I then shared and then she decided she wanted it at a faster rate than I could supply. I had to back her little butt up and send her on her way.
The night is ending with her fighting sleep of course. It is not as bad as usual but she is doing her nightly fussing. SO she rest now for the day tomorrow. What does Daddy have in store for her? We shall see if it be God's will! So, it seems as if I have not said this to you all in a long time but, Keep praying! Prayer changes things, people, and situations.
Note to CJ: These last few weeks have been very trying for Daddy. When the going gets tough we remain prayed up as we do daily and we continue to let God fight our battles. That way we know we can not lose.
So Daddy set out on his race and he must say all stages of the race were filled with great air. At all of the worship experiences God showed out! The word from the preachers was just what the doctor ordered. So while at the house for dinner, (the house refers to Daddy's childhood home, where is family still resides) Cj's great-grandmother wanted to make sure she sent CJ a treat. She prepared CJ an entire bag of grapes and of course she saw to it that Mommy had her weekly servings of macaroni and cheese.
When Daddy arrived home he found CJ looking a mess. She had just a shirt on and food all over her face. She had tore up the house and looked for something else to get into. CJ is a very funny child, so she saw me eating sherbert and she wanted some so she came over and leaned over my cup. I asked her to sit down and she did so immediately. I then shared and then she decided she wanted it at a faster rate than I could supply. I had to back her little butt up and send her on her way.
The night is ending with her fighting sleep of course. It is not as bad as usual but she is doing her nightly fussing. SO she rest now for the day tomorrow. What does Daddy have in store for her? We shall see if it be God's will! So, it seems as if I have not said this to you all in a long time but, Keep praying! Prayer changes things, people, and situations.
Note to CJ: These last few weeks have been very trying for Daddy. When the going gets tough we remain prayed up as we do daily and we continue to let God fight our battles. That way we know we can not lose.
Friday, November 19, 2010
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Emergency Off Day
So CJ was missing in action from the sitter today. Daddy woke up with all things normal and then Mommy decided she was not going into work today. Daddy was a little bitter because he was up and could have slept a bit longer. The crazy event of the morning was that the baby sitter was never called. Mommy asked me to do so but she never heard that I could not because I did not have the number. So Daddy left the house and went off to work to leave both Mommy and CJ home for the day. When they both knew full well they should be where they normally are each morning, at work and at the sitter.
When I arrived home the living room looked as if CJ had run wild all day long. The highlight was when CJ made her way to her Daddy when he hit the top of the stairs. She said, Hi Da Da," and then grabbed my legs as I tried to proceed into the house. I told Mommy that she should take notes from CJ on how to greet him when he arrives home from work. She then wanted to watch television with her Daddy so we both sprawled out on the floor and got comfy and watched the Cosby Show together. There is no better to way to cap off a long day than with my little princess. You all keep praying that my schedule continues to allow Daddy and CJ these opportunities. We know it is 100% true that prayer changes things, people, and situations.
When I arrived home the living room looked as if CJ had run wild all day long. The highlight was when CJ made her way to her Daddy when he hit the top of the stairs. She said, Hi Da Da," and then grabbed my legs as I tried to proceed into the house. I told Mommy that she should take notes from CJ on how to greet him when he arrives home from work. She then wanted to watch television with her Daddy so we both sprawled out on the floor and got comfy and watched the Cosby Show together. There is no better to way to cap off a long day than with my little princess. You all keep praying that my schedule continues to allow Daddy and CJ these opportunities. We know it is 100% true that prayer changes things, people, and situations.
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Got To Keep At It
These past few days have been very challenging when it comes to blogging. Daddy desires to blog daily and it seems like long days and tricky computers have prevented me from doing so. This evening we took CJ to the Ear, Nose, and Throat specialist. CJ was strong as usual and we now have to get X-rays of her neck. Once we get those we will then learn whether or not CJ will have to have surgery or not. For her to be so young and have to possibly do something Daddy has never done is pretty interesting. I thought I would be a bit worried but I am OK and eager to see the outcome.
At the home from we had a pretty normal night. We arrived home, had dinner, CJ was bathed, and now her and Mommy are sleep. So all is well on the Old Bridge front. You all pray that whatever CJ will happen in her life. Prayer changes things, people, and situations!
At the home from we had a pretty normal night. We arrived home, had dinner, CJ was bathed, and now her and Mommy are sleep. So all is well on the Old Bridge front. You all pray that whatever CJ will happen in her life. Prayer changes things, people, and situations!
Monday, November 15, 2010
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Someone Please Call 911
The weekend wore Daddy out but boy does he have some things to report. Stay tuned...
Friday, November 12, 2010
Getting It Right
Today was an interesting day. From the early morning when we all slept as late as we possibly could. To this evening where we seem to have so much to do. This morning Daddy felt the need to get some extra shut eye. This week has been very long with work so Daddy felt a little bit fatigued. So the day started like most days do. Mommy was dropped off at work then Daddy took CJ to the baby sitter. It really is a good thing that CJ smiles when she goes to the sitter. To Daddy it means that the sitter is doing a fine job and CJ enjoys being with her.
Work for Daddy was enjoyable. He was able to meet with some pretty cool prospective students. Hopefully his hard work will turn into bodies at the college. Daddy then met Mommy and CJ at the babysitter's. Today CJ saw money in my hand so she decided that she would pay the babysitter for putting up with her all week. Funny thing is then she tried to take the money back.
Daddy and CJ had so much fun (OK Daddy chased CJ around the house once we arrived home) that he missed his doctor's appointment. Then he decided that he wanted to do go out and get some things he needed. So he took CJ with him to the store which turned out to be quite eventful. Not only did CJ carry on a full conversation with one of the sales associates, she also knocked down an entire display of jewelry. Daddy tried to catch her but she was too quick for him today. The salesman laughed and told me that he would pick up the mess.
CJ has some quick hands and wants them to touch anything her eyes see. Daddy is happy that her motor skills are fine but he would prefer CJ to exercise them in another way. The rise was fun. CJ and Daddy always enjoy each other's company. Well at least Daddy does, hopefully when she is able to, CJ will relay the same sentiment. So after Mommy bathed her, CJ came and laid with Daddy on the sofa. She went to sleep rather quickly which is always a good thing.
Keep praying good people. Prayer changes things, people, and situations.
Work for Daddy was enjoyable. He was able to meet with some pretty cool prospective students. Hopefully his hard work will turn into bodies at the college. Daddy then met Mommy and CJ at the babysitter's. Today CJ saw money in my hand so she decided that she would pay the babysitter for putting up with her all week. Funny thing is then she tried to take the money back.
Daddy and CJ had so much fun (OK Daddy chased CJ around the house once we arrived home) that he missed his doctor's appointment. Then he decided that he wanted to do go out and get some things he needed. So he took CJ with him to the store which turned out to be quite eventful. Not only did CJ carry on a full conversation with one of the sales associates, she also knocked down an entire display of jewelry. Daddy tried to catch her but she was too quick for him today. The salesman laughed and told me that he would pick up the mess.
CJ has some quick hands and wants them to touch anything her eyes see. Daddy is happy that her motor skills are fine but he would prefer CJ to exercise them in another way. The rise was fun. CJ and Daddy always enjoy each other's company. Well at least Daddy does, hopefully when she is able to, CJ will relay the same sentiment. So after Mommy bathed her, CJ came and laid with Daddy on the sofa. She went to sleep rather quickly which is always a good thing.
Keep praying good people. Prayer changes things, people, and situations.
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Been Tired
I missed blogging last night. When I laid down I went to sleep. So on to today. It finally happened, CJ fell out of the crib. She usually makes noise and we knows she is up but today the only sound you heard was the thud from CJ hitting the floor. Daddy ram in wuickly to see if she was OK. She cried for a few seconds but quickly got back to herself. That's the update for today.
You all keep praying for us and pray that CJ's bed will be lowered. We know pray changes things, people, and situations.
You all keep praying for us and pray that CJ's bed will be lowered. We know pray changes things, people, and situations.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
15 Month Visit
The report from the doctor is that CJ is a big girl. She is growing quite well and received a decent bill of health. We did learn that she may have to have surgery. Her adnoids may need to be removed. This will help her stop snorting at night and help with her conjestion. CJ is still adjusting to the new car. I think it is a little smaller and darker than the big truck we had. She may not do well in the dark either. With that said we enjoyed a meal at IHOP for dinner and again CJ managed to waste money. She never eats what we buy when we go out. I am going to start leaving her in the car. She was really tired once we arrived home so putting her to bed was rather quick tonight.
So now we have to pray that CJ will get a positive return from the Ear and Nose specialist. We know prayer changes things, people, and situations.
Note to CJ: Always remember that God is the best doctor in the world!
So now we have to pray that CJ will get a positive return from the Ear and Nose specialist. We know prayer changes things, people, and situations.
Note to CJ: Always remember that God is the best doctor in the world!
Monday, November 8, 2010
Running To Daddy
This morning after Daddy started the week off woth prayer and was feeling good. CJ made me feel even better and gave me what I needed to make it through the day at work. When we arrived in front of the babysitters home CJ called out for her Da Da and then waved bye bye to me. She then gave Daddy a radiant smile that was so grand that on this gloomy day her smile shined throughout. The extra long ride to work seemed like nothing for the first time in a long time. CJ gave me what I needed and Daddy thanks her for it.
CJ did not stop with her morning heroics. When Daddy and Mommy arrived to pick her up, even though Mommy engaged in conversation with her, CJ looked for her Daddy. When she spotted him she made her way to him to get a hug and to pat him on the back. She ended Daddys day just like she started it, by giving him all the love in the world.
So today was a day filled with love. I hope she never stops loving her Daddy! Please continue to pray that God moves in our lives. CJ and her Daddy know that prayer changes things, people, and situations.
CJ did not stop with her morning heroics. When Daddy and Mommy arrived to pick her up, even though Mommy engaged in conversation with her, CJ looked for her Daddy. When she spotted him she made her way to him to get a hug and to pat him on the back. She ended Daddys day just like she started it, by giving him all the love in the world.
So today was a day filled with love. I hope she never stops loving her Daddy! Please continue to pray that God moves in our lives. CJ and her Daddy know that prayer changes things, people, and situations.
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Night Time Struggles
Are you sleeping, are you sleeping?
Brother John, Brother John?
Morning bells are ringing, morning bells are ringing
Ding dang dong, ding dang dong.
1. As your child moves past the first year toward 18-21 months of age he will likely lose his morning nap and nap only once a day. While toddlers need up to 14 hours a day of sleep, they typically get only about 10.
Most children from about 21 to 36 months of age still need one nap a day, which may range from one to three and a half hours long. They typically go to bed between 7 and 9 p.m. and wake up between 6 and 8 a.m.
2. Baby sleep deprivation:
How to tell if your baby is overtired or underslept
© 2008 Gwen Dewar, Ph.D., all rights reserved
Baby sleep deprivation? As a chronic condition, it's probably very rare. Babies are pretty good at regulating their own sleep if they are given plenty of opportunities for quiet time.
Often, parents are worried because they are uncertain about their baby's sleep requirements. Healthy babies may vary significantly in the amount of sleep that they need. To help you put your concerns about baby sleep deprivation in perspective, see this article about baby sleep needs.
But it’s possible for things to go wrong. Some parents may inadvertently over-stimulate their babies, making it harder for them to fall asleep. In other cases, babies may suffer from medical conditions or behavioral problems that interfere with their sleep. Parents may also overestimate how much sleep their babies need, causing babies to resist bedtime.
How can you tell if your baby isn’t getting enough sleep? There isn’t much scientific information available about identifying baby sleep deprivation. Nevertheless, a number of pediatricians, “baby gurus,” and experienced moms have noted these signs of baby sleep deprivation or overtiredness.
Sleep is the issues in the house. We have struggled with how bedtime is conducted for a long time now. Mommy sees it one way and Daddy prefers it another. Mommy believes that CJ should be put to sleep, while Daddy feels she should fall asleep at her leisure. Both practices have good and bad results and the common denominator is that she is always awaken from her sleep in the morning to be dressed. The date will go on and the fact of the matter is that CJ will get sleep. She seems to be a healthy baby, she is very social and when she wants to go to sleep she will grab her blanket or a pillow off the couch and lay down wherever she feels is comfortable.
So the night slowly fades on the day we turned the clocks back this extra hour rocks and I feel it. CJ is still tossing and turning and Daddy is waiting for her to go to sleep. We will pray that bedtime gets better. Prayer changes things, people, and situations!
Brother John, Brother John?
Morning bells are ringing, morning bells are ringing
Ding dang dong, ding dang dong.
1. As your child moves past the first year toward 18-21 months of age he will likely lose his morning nap and nap only once a day. While toddlers need up to 14 hours a day of sleep, they typically get only about 10.
Most children from about 21 to 36 months of age still need one nap a day, which may range from one to three and a half hours long. They typically go to bed between 7 and 9 p.m. and wake up between 6 and 8 a.m.
2. Baby sleep deprivation:
How to tell if your baby is overtired or underslept
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Baby sleep deprivation? As a chronic condition, it's probably very rare. Babies are pretty good at regulating their own sleep if they are given plenty of opportunities for quiet time.
Often, parents are worried because they are uncertain about their baby's sleep requirements. Healthy babies may vary significantly in the amount of sleep that they need. To help you put your concerns about baby sleep deprivation in perspective, see this article about baby sleep needs.
But it’s possible for things to go wrong. Some parents may inadvertently over-stimulate their babies, making it harder for them to fall asleep. In other cases, babies may suffer from medical conditions or behavioral problems that interfere with their sleep. Parents may also overestimate how much sleep their babies need, causing babies to resist bedtime.
How can you tell if your baby isn’t getting enough sleep? There isn’t much scientific information available about identifying baby sleep deprivation. Nevertheless, a number of pediatricians, “baby gurus,” and experienced moms have noted these signs of baby sleep deprivation or overtiredness.
Sleep is the issues in the house. We have struggled with how bedtime is conducted for a long time now. Mommy sees it one way and Daddy prefers it another. Mommy believes that CJ should be put to sleep, while Daddy feels she should fall asleep at her leisure. Both practices have good and bad results and the common denominator is that she is always awaken from her sleep in the morning to be dressed. The date will go on and the fact of the matter is that CJ will get sleep. She seems to be a healthy baby, she is very social and when she wants to go to sleep she will grab her blanket or a pillow off the couch and lay down wherever she feels is comfortable.
So the night slowly fades on the day we turned the clocks back this extra hour rocks and I feel it. CJ is still tossing and turning and Daddy is waiting for her to go to sleep. We will pray that bedtime gets better. Prayer changes things, people, and situations!
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Daddy and CJ's Sports Day
Today started at 6:00am for Daddy he needed to be up to shower and get dressed in order for him and CJ to make it out the house on time. CJ, as usual, slept through the entire act of her beings dressed, hair done, coat zipped and being carried to the car. She then proceeded to sleep all the way up north, where we had to go pick up her uncles to go see cousin Davon play his last game of the year. Yes it was chilly but Daddy made sure CJ was bundled up securely. Instead of eating what Daddy had prepared for her, CJ felt the need to eat what her Great-grandmother was eating, and as long as she fed her, CJ received with gladness.
At the football game CJ was very good. She cheered when she should and clapped at the proper time. She wanted to stretch her legs so she went with Ms. Nicole for a walk. While on her walk she found a leaf. When she showed it to Daddy, he said that she could color over it when she arrived home. No sooner than he closed his mouth CJ broke the leaf and tried to eat a piece of it. Needless to say, that was the end of the leaf and any plans on coloring it at home.
Now after a long morning and another game to go see in the evening one would thing CJ was tired and would go to sleep, right? Wrong, CJ outlasted her great-grandmother, her uncle, and her Pop. It was so bad that Pop said, "Daddy you have to watch her, I am going to get my hair cut." CJ still does not take naps when she is with her Daddy, or at least when she is supposed to.
CJ decided to nap once we got into the car for our trip to see TCNJ play Rider in an exhibition game. She slept all the way down the road, which left her a little dazed for the first half of the game. Boy did she come alive during the second half! CJ was cheering, dancing, clapping, and initiating conversation all around her. The lady behind us even gave her an empty water bottle to play with. Little did she know that when you engage in conversation with CJ that you're not done until she says so. She managed to stay focused on the game a bit too. You know Daddy loves that! At the end of the game CJ was able to meet a basketball player that always asks about her. CJ has seen her play twice at TCNJ but never a face-to-face meeting. Of course she tried to take the girl's phone but she said hello and goodbyes appropriately.
Today was a day well spent by CJ and Daddy. We had fun and enjoyed each other's company. We will have to do this more often. So folks pray more opportunities arise where CJ and Daddy hang out together, and in harmony too. We believe it will because prayer changes things, people, and situations!
At the football game CJ was very good. She cheered when she should and clapped at the proper time. She wanted to stretch her legs so she went with Ms. Nicole for a walk. While on her walk she found a leaf. When she showed it to Daddy, he said that she could color over it when she arrived home. No sooner than he closed his mouth CJ broke the leaf and tried to eat a piece of it. Needless to say, that was the end of the leaf and any plans on coloring it at home.
Now after a long morning and another game to go see in the evening one would thing CJ was tired and would go to sleep, right? Wrong, CJ outlasted her great-grandmother, her uncle, and her Pop. It was so bad that Pop said, "Daddy you have to watch her, I am going to get my hair cut." CJ still does not take naps when she is with her Daddy, or at least when she is supposed to.
CJ decided to nap once we got into the car for our trip to see TCNJ play Rider in an exhibition game. She slept all the way down the road, which left her a little dazed for the first half of the game. Boy did she come alive during the second half! CJ was cheering, dancing, clapping, and initiating conversation all around her. The lady behind us even gave her an empty water bottle to play with. Little did she know that when you engage in conversation with CJ that you're not done until she says so. She managed to stay focused on the game a bit too. You know Daddy loves that! At the end of the game CJ was able to meet a basketball player that always asks about her. CJ has seen her play twice at TCNJ but never a face-to-face meeting. Of course she tried to take the girl's phone but she said hello and goodbyes appropriately.
Today was a day well spent by CJ and Daddy. We had fun and enjoyed each other's company. We will have to do this more often. So folks pray more opportunities arise where CJ and Daddy hang out together, and in harmony too. We believe it will because prayer changes things, people, and situations!
Friday, November 5, 2010
Rest In
It was Friday a normal work day for Daddy but he decided to use today as a rest in. We all know that Daddy rarely has a day where he does not have to wake up early, work all day, and then either work all night, be down at the church, have a meeting, or something else comes up to make him be out longer than he desires to. The sun goes down and rises and he presses repeat and does it all over again. Day in and day out that is the routine. That is until today, Daddy decided to rest in.
Since Mommy and CJ enjoyed sleeping in the entire week, Daddy wanted to join in the relaxation. Today there was no alarm to put on snooze. God even allowed Daddy to sleep until about 9am. CJ woke up a bit early we grabbed her out her crib put her in the bed with us and we were all out for the count again. When Daddy and CJ finally got out of bed it was time for breakfast and Maury. Just being able to sleep late and have breakfast with my Princess was enough to make the day a success.
Once the evening came it was time to handle some family business. Not work business, not church business but business that was for pleasure. Even that was a success today. At the mall we received major discounts which always makes Daddy smile. CJ got her winter coat which is a dual purpose coat which made it worth the money it cost but again who cares we received a major discount and a future coupon!
Once we arrived home we enjoyed a fast food dinner (these will become less frequent than they already are real soon, Daddy has to get back on his healthy tip, he slipped a little bit), then CJ was bathed and put to bed. It was a great day from beginning to end. A lot was accomplished but most importantly, CJ and Daddy had some time to fuss and play. CJ is quite a handful and she is learning and growing each day. As we read together tonight she learned to make a monkey sound. I actually did most of the animal sounds in the book but she seemed to enjoy that of the monkey best. It excites me when she picks up knowledge and begins to apply it. Watching a baby mature is becoming very fascinating.
Prayerfully CJ and Daddy have a fun-filled day together tomorrow. We have not had one of these in quite a long time due to Daddy's work and church schedule. One thing Daddy tries to remember, and might have to get better at, is that his family is his first ministry. Daddy feels he is doing OK in the distribution but he would like to get better.
So continue to keep Daddy and CJ in your prayers as they continue to develop their bond. We will need it. I showed CJ some dresses that she is never to wear at the mall today. It is a shame what they have for these young ladies to wear. I may just have to find CJ a personal seamstress to make sure there is material included in her clothing. So pray folks...we know prayer changes things, people, and situations!
NOTE TO CJ: Always take time out for yourself. No one will give it to you, you have to be smart enough to know when to say when, love ya!
Since Mommy and CJ enjoyed sleeping in the entire week, Daddy wanted to join in the relaxation. Today there was no alarm to put on snooze. God even allowed Daddy to sleep until about 9am. CJ woke up a bit early we grabbed her out her crib put her in the bed with us and we were all out for the count again. When Daddy and CJ finally got out of bed it was time for breakfast and Maury. Just being able to sleep late and have breakfast with my Princess was enough to make the day a success.
Once the evening came it was time to handle some family business. Not work business, not church business but business that was for pleasure. Even that was a success today. At the mall we received major discounts which always makes Daddy smile. CJ got her winter coat which is a dual purpose coat which made it worth the money it cost but again who cares we received a major discount and a future coupon!
Once we arrived home we enjoyed a fast food dinner (these will become less frequent than they already are real soon, Daddy has to get back on his healthy tip, he slipped a little bit), then CJ was bathed and put to bed. It was a great day from beginning to end. A lot was accomplished but most importantly, CJ and Daddy had some time to fuss and play. CJ is quite a handful and she is learning and growing each day. As we read together tonight she learned to make a monkey sound. I actually did most of the animal sounds in the book but she seemed to enjoy that of the monkey best. It excites me when she picks up knowledge and begins to apply it. Watching a baby mature is becoming very fascinating.
Prayerfully CJ and Daddy have a fun-filled day together tomorrow. We have not had one of these in quite a long time due to Daddy's work and church schedule. One thing Daddy tries to remember, and might have to get better at, is that his family is his first ministry. Daddy feels he is doing OK in the distribution but he would like to get better.
So continue to keep Daddy and CJ in your prayers as they continue to develop their bond. We will need it. I showed CJ some dresses that she is never to wear at the mall today. It is a shame what they have for these young ladies to wear. I may just have to find CJ a personal seamstress to make sure there is material included in her clothing. So pray folks...we know prayer changes things, people, and situations!
NOTE TO CJ: Always take time out for yourself. No one will give it to you, you have to be smart enough to know when to say when, love ya!
Thursday, November 4, 2010
TICKED OFF
I actually just typed something meaningful and then something happened and its gone. I will not type it again. Today begins the search of how to compile all of my blogs and back them up.
CJ is sleep now and has a lingering cough today. Keep praying,we all know prayer changes things, people, and situations. Even coughs!
CJ is sleep now and has a lingering cough today. Keep praying,we all know prayer changes things, people, and situations. Even coughs!
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
OUCH
Somehow CJ moved while sleeping an bust Mommys lip. CJ and Daddy are both sniffing but coming along. Keep praying for our health to improve. Prayer changes things, people, and situations. Daddy knows that prayer will get him back to 100%.
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
SICK
Today was a long day for Daddy. He had to work and then attend a Viewing Service for a friends mother. When Daddy left out CJ was asleep. he prayed and then departed. he did not hear from CJ during the day so he does not know how her day went. When he did talk to Mommy she said that CJ was a little sick. Go figure, Daddy is sick too. When Daddy arrived home CJ was, you guessed it. Sleep! So Daddy decided to let her be so she would not be up all night. Daddy really missed his Princess today he hates when he has to be away from her for long periods of time. This week has turned out to be very busy but the end is near and CJ and her Daddy will get to hang out.
SO pray for us. the devil is busy in our lives again but it is nothing we can not deal with. God is on our side and will bring us through to be victorious. CJ and her Daddy are living witnesses that prayer changes things, people, and situations. The devil has no power over us!
SO pray for us. the devil is busy in our lives again but it is nothing we can not deal with. God is on our side and will bring us through to be victorious. CJ and her Daddy are living witnesses that prayer changes things, people, and situations. The devil has no power over us!
Monday, November 1, 2010
Mommy's Five Minutes
When Daddy left home CJ was just getting up. He had to go to work so he could not interact with her much. When he arrived home he saw the remnants of her day. Earlier in the evening Daddy asked Mommy who she felt won the first day off battle and she proudly proclaimed that she did. By the looks of it, this battle got ugly.
Daddy did not come home until after CJ's bedtime. We all know that if Daddy had the week off she would be allowed to stay up as late as she wanted to. Mommy sees things a little differently. We work with her since she works so hard. So Daddy decided to sit and wrap with Mommy since his Princess was out for the night. Actually I have to go and look in on her, that is not like Daddy to have gone this long without doing so.
So folks I'm off to checkon my Princess. You all keep praying. Prayer changes things, people, and situations.
Daddy did not come home until after CJ's bedtime. We all know that if Daddy had the week off she would be allowed to stay up as late as she wanted to. Mommy sees things a little differently. We work with her since she works so hard. So Daddy decided to sit and wrap with Mommy since his Princess was out for the night. Actually I have to go and look in on her, that is not like Daddy to have gone this long without doing so.
So folks I'm off to checkon my Princess. You all keep praying. Prayer changes things, people, and situations.
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