Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Sleep Deprived
OK, simply put, today CJ woke up at 3:23am. Why, Daddy does not know but he was up with her until he needed to wake up. So Daddy is one about three and a half hours of sleep. CJ is sleep now. Daddy just woke up. The last I remember it was after eight. Anyway I'm headed back to bed and we are praying CJ sleeps until Daddy wakes her to get dressed. Prayer changes things, people, and situations and this one needs changing. Night, night folks!
Monday, January 3, 2011
Back To Work
Daddy went back to work.
CJ went back to the sitter.
We both had great days.
Keep praying, prayer changes things, people, and situations. We are praying today will be the start of a domino effect for the remainder of the year, especially at work. CJ was so happy when we picked her up I wanted to let her stay. It is great to see her so happy at the end of the day. It makes me happy!
CJ went back to the sitter.
We both had great days.
Keep praying, prayer changes things, people, and situations. We are praying today will be the start of a domino effect for the remainder of the year, especially at work. CJ was so happy when we picked her up I wanted to let her stay. It is great to see her so happy at the end of the day. It makes me happy!
Sunday, January 2, 2011
10-6 Does Not Get You In
So I have to begin tonight by saying that the 2010 Football season is officially over. The New York Giants went 10-6 on the season but we did not get into the playoffs. Both Daddy and CJ are a little disappointed but now we move to college basketball. Today was a long day for us, we had two church services. This morning CJ slept through getting dressed. Daddy was sluggish but we managed to get out of the house in decent time. CJ was awake during the 8am service and during breakfast she was all over the place socializing. The 11am service was a little different today. CJ was not awake for most of it. She did her best to stay awake but sleep was necessary for her towards the middle. She woke up towards the end but was not too bad.
At the house (in East Orange) CJ and her cousin Jaylen had a great time, picking with each other, making truces, and then reigning terror amongst everyone and anything in their path. She wanted what he had, and he wanted what she had. They both are quite selfish. We had to get home as soon as possible because Daddy and Mommy must return to work tomorrow. The babysitter already called and is all set and ready for CJ. So it is a new year and time to get back to the daily routine. Pray that we have a smooth transition. We all know that prayer changes things, people, and situations!
At the house (in East Orange) CJ and her cousin Jaylen had a great time, picking with each other, making truces, and then reigning terror amongst everyone and anything in their path. She wanted what he had, and he wanted what she had. They both are quite selfish. We had to get home as soon as possible because Daddy and Mommy must return to work tomorrow. The babysitter already called and is all set and ready for CJ. So it is a new year and time to get back to the daily routine. Pray that we have a smooth transition. We all know that prayer changes things, people, and situations!
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Tummy Filled With Glee
Today was the first day of the New Year. Everyone has been using this 1-1-11 which is kind of neat. I wonder if that will come out in the Pick-It, lol I do not even play. Anyway today was another day of Daddy and CJ hanging out. One of our cousins had everyone over for brunch and you know where food is CJ and Daddy will make ourselves at home. It is very interesting so see how the family grows each time we come together. Today there were four kids that were not around this past summer. It always feels good to meet new family members.
So we get to the venue later than expected but right on time it seems. We were right on time for the food. Daddy and CJ were a bit hungry too. So Daddy prepared a plate of bacon, eggs, grits, home fries and biscuits. He made sure he made enough for CJ because he was sure she would be front and center at his plate and he was correct. CJ wanted to hang out with her cousin that just enlisted in the Army. He is home for the holidays and I guess she decided to use him. He could not resist her cute face and gave her everything she wanted and today that was more food. She also worked her uncles, they were a little more stern but they give in too but they only supplied her bottle and not more heavy food. When her aunt arrived and prepared her food CJ made her way to her plate and was fed again. No wonder this girl is getting so big, Daddy just has to make sure that he keeps her active to keep height and weight proportionate.
CJ also got a bit rough today. Daddy says that she has to let people know that even though she is from the suburbs she still has a hood side if she needs to pull it out of her Louie V, lol! One little girl grabbed a toy CJ had, so CJ yanked it back and threw it at her and told her to stop. The other kid was a boy trying to make his way past CJ but put his hand on her. She yelled to him STOP, and then swatted him out the way. Her aunt was a bit shocked but recognized that CJ is not afraid to throw hands if she needs to.
CJ fell asleep on the ride home and I believe it is the reason her behind is still up at 9:42pm but as soon as I complete this blog she is going to the crib and whatever happens, happens. She had a long day and she had fun so I guess she is going to try to ride the wave as long as she can. (Sidebar) She is now crying hysterically because Daddy put her in the crib. Back to business, CJ continues to be very inquisitive, she looks to find things to get into, good, bad, or indifferent. She is a risk taker which can be good or bad. Today it hurt her because she hurt her lip and we had to ice it down a bit. She went into the bathroom and fell but she is OK.
So keep praying for CJ and her Daddy, she is now at the stage where she wants to tell me No and Stop, and Daddy is having none of it. We are laying down the rules here and it gets a little testy at times but it is all for the better. With prayer we know things, people, and situations can change! Happy New year people, we have a lot to be thankful for and a lot in store for you!
So we get to the venue later than expected but right on time it seems. We were right on time for the food. Daddy and CJ were a bit hungry too. So Daddy prepared a plate of bacon, eggs, grits, home fries and biscuits. He made sure he made enough for CJ because he was sure she would be front and center at his plate and he was correct. CJ wanted to hang out with her cousin that just enlisted in the Army. He is home for the holidays and I guess she decided to use him. He could not resist her cute face and gave her everything she wanted and today that was more food. She also worked her uncles, they were a little more stern but they give in too but they only supplied her bottle and not more heavy food. When her aunt arrived and prepared her food CJ made her way to her plate and was fed again. No wonder this girl is getting so big, Daddy just has to make sure that he keeps her active to keep height and weight proportionate.
CJ also got a bit rough today. Daddy says that she has to let people know that even though she is from the suburbs she still has a hood side if she needs to pull it out of her Louie V, lol! One little girl grabbed a toy CJ had, so CJ yanked it back and threw it at her and told her to stop. The other kid was a boy trying to make his way past CJ but put his hand on her. She yelled to him STOP, and then swatted him out the way. Her aunt was a bit shocked but recognized that CJ is not afraid to throw hands if she needs to.
CJ fell asleep on the ride home and I believe it is the reason her behind is still up at 9:42pm but as soon as I complete this blog she is going to the crib and whatever happens, happens. She had a long day and she had fun so I guess she is going to try to ride the wave as long as she can. (Sidebar) She is now crying hysterically because Daddy put her in the crib. Back to business, CJ continues to be very inquisitive, she looks to find things to get into, good, bad, or indifferent. She is a risk taker which can be good or bad. Today it hurt her because she hurt her lip and we had to ice it down a bit. She went into the bathroom and fell but she is OK.
So keep praying for CJ and her Daddy, she is now at the stage where she wants to tell me No and Stop, and Daddy is having none of it. We are laying down the rules here and it gets a little testy at times but it is all for the better. With prayer we know things, people, and situations can change! Happy New year people, we have a lot to be thankful for and a lot in store for you!
Friday, December 31, 2010
December 31st, 2010
As I get ready for Worship service tonight I will be brief. So much has gone on this past year. CJ walks, talks, runs, falls, sings, dances, swings her hips (help me Lord), she knows how to use her charm, she will state how she feels, and so much more. Watching her grow this past year has been marvelous. I thank God for her presence in my life.
As for Daddy, this past year has been full of ups and downs. However on this last day I say, "Through it All God Brought Me Through!" As I am re-focused, recommitted, rededicated, and moving in full throttle all behind his lead, I am grateful for his grace and mercy. I thank him for my wife, child, family, friends, success and struggles. They have all helped to make me a better man. As Usher said, "I'm a movement by myself but I'm a force when we're together", God that is! He gets all my praise.
So as usual keep praying good people, prayer changes things, people, and things! I know because it changed me!
I almost forgot. It is 8:52pm and Daddy bathed CJ and prayed with her. She went to sleep within five minutes. I know Mommy must be ecstatic!
As for Daddy, this past year has been full of ups and downs. However on this last day I say, "Through it All God Brought Me Through!" As I am re-focused, recommitted, rededicated, and moving in full throttle all behind his lead, I am grateful for his grace and mercy. I thank him for my wife, child, family, friends, success and struggles. They have all helped to make me a better man. As Usher said, "I'm a movement by myself but I'm a force when we're together", God that is! He gets all my praise.
So as usual keep praying good people, prayer changes things, people, and things! I know because it changed me!
I almost forgot. It is 8:52pm and Daddy bathed CJ and prayed with her. She went to sleep within five minutes. I know Mommy must be ecstatic!
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Weekday at Grandma's
So today ended up being a twofer for CJ. It was a rare day where she saw and got to spend time with both of her grandmothers. Due to work schedules, church, distance, and life in general this opportunity does not always present itself. Today was different. Since CJ's mommy is not a hairstylist CJ's hair over the break has been a bit untamed. Since she was going out in public Mommy asked Daddy to see if his mom would agree to do it. Of course she said yes. So this morning we woke up, got dressed and headed out to East Orange for the first grandma meeting of the day. We had breakfast, CJ played, and then it was time to get the hair done. CJ saw the comb and like clockwork she began to cry. I do not know if she is tender headed or just like every other little girl in the world hates having her hair messed with. Well after a million tears her head looked liked we loved her and she was off and running to play with her cousins. Now CJ learned today that she needs to get her weight up. She was trying to keep up with the other kids but got knocked down. She cried a little but never dropped the waffle she was eating.
So after CJ got herself all dolled up it was off to Grandma's house again, this time to Roselle. Since CJ was not around on Christmas her grandmother insisted on seeing her. As soon as we walked in the door CJ was given her presents. A learning cell phone (Now she might leave mine alone) pajamas a buggy and a toilet. You heard it right folks, CJ will begin to use a toilet tomorrow. We figured why not get her used to sitting on it at least. Now you know no trip to the grandparents house is complete without CJ being given junk food. At least today it was an oatmeal cookie. CJ roamed about and touched every remote and all the other electronic devices she could. She even wanted to see the dog today so her Pop Pop brought her to the door to see Cocoa the pet Pitbull (Daddy doesn't approve but he does not want CJ to feel the same way he feels about dogs so he rolls with it). CJ played and played and roamed and roamed until she did not know what to do with herself. She did not even take a nap today.
Once we got in the car CJ went to sleep eventually. She had a very long day but she had a whole lot of fun. She is now sleeping on the living room floor as the house warms up a little bit. Keep the prayers going up, 2010 was an interesting year for both CJ and Daddy we both have matured because of prayer so do us that favor. Prayer changes things, people, and situations.
So after CJ got herself all dolled up it was off to Grandma's house again, this time to Roselle. Since CJ was not around on Christmas her grandmother insisted on seeing her. As soon as we walked in the door CJ was given her presents. A learning cell phone (Now she might leave mine alone) pajamas a buggy and a toilet. You heard it right folks, CJ will begin to use a toilet tomorrow. We figured why not get her used to sitting on it at least. Now you know no trip to the grandparents house is complete without CJ being given junk food. At least today it was an oatmeal cookie. CJ roamed about and touched every remote and all the other electronic devices she could. She even wanted to see the dog today so her Pop Pop brought her to the door to see Cocoa the pet Pitbull (Daddy doesn't approve but he does not want CJ to feel the same way he feels about dogs so he rolls with it). CJ played and played and roamed and roamed until she did not know what to do with herself. She did not even take a nap today.
Once we got in the car CJ went to sleep eventually. She had a very long day but she had a whole lot of fun. She is now sleeping on the living room floor as the house warms up a little bit. Keep the prayers going up, 2010 was an interesting year for both CJ and Daddy we both have matured because of prayer so do us that favor. Prayer changes things, people, and situations.
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
A Regular Day
Daddy woke up, then CJ. We came in the living room and CJ took in her morning dose of cartoons. Daddy prepared us some grits and toast and we dined together as we do every morning we are on vacation. The day was rather dull. CJ did what she did, that is get into any and everything she could. Daddy relaxed and watched television and chatted with Mommy. CJ and Daddy did get a mini concert in today. We performed some of our favorite Earth, Wind, and Fire cuts. CJ is a real songbird when she wants to be, though she enjoys dancing much more.
She went to sleep without much fuss tonight too. It was a little later than normal but we will take what we can get. So, keep praying folks, prayer changes things, people, and situations. It can changes CJ's bad attitude at night as well!
She went to sleep without much fuss tonight too. It was a little later than normal but we will take what we can get. So, keep praying folks, prayer changes things, people, and situations. It can changes CJ's bad attitude at night as well!
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