The Day After

Daddy was tired. A zombie! Will explain later.

Driving Ms. Daisy

Well today I learned a valuable lesson for the umpteenth time. That lesson is that your child sees everything you do. Today Daddy played chauffeur for Uncle Duke's Senior Prom. Daddy played the part, dressed in black, wore a hat, and rented a huge SUV for the occasion. So while we were waiting for the date to get ready CJ lured her great-aunt to bring her over to the truck to see her Daddy. So of course Daddy pulled her through the window and sat him on her lap. CJ then proceeded to change the radio station and turn the volume up and down. That is pretty understandable. What is not as understandle is how she then grabbed the steering wheel and acted as if she was driving. Then on top of that, she started to dance while driving similar to how her Daddy does when he is driving. I could only shake my head and laugh. CJ has all eyes on Daddy back in that car seat I guess.

Well I have to be brief tonight. The chaufeurring continues at 11 so I want to at least sit in one place and chill out until then. Pray for Daddy and CJ, so they will not get pulled over for dancing while driving. Prayer changes things, people, and situations.

Wearing Different Hats

Daddy decided last week that he would attempt to wear a hat. He purchased a pretty stylish one and we shall see where this goes. How this all ties into the day is that on the ride home CJ wanted to play with Daddy's hats. The new one was out of her reach but one another hat of mine was placed where she could reach it. As Daddy drives he always looks back to see what CJ is doing at a light. When Daddy looked back this particular time CJ had put on his hat and was dancing. Daddy tried to snap a quick picture but she took the hat off quickly.

CJ always finds Daddy's hats and then loses them. She likes hats sometimes and then other times she will throw them when you try to put in on her. Seeing her mess with the hat was a bit funny today and of course after a long day at work Daddy needs a laugh from his beautiful Princess. WHo is is really coming into her own. You all keep praying for us, we are doing the best we can. Prayer changes things, people, and situations!

Back Together Again

So after two days of being in the wilderness while CJ dwelled in the big city, Daddy and CJ are back together. Daddy kept strong and sis not speak with her until we arrived in JC and upstairs to see CJ face to face. Or in her case face to booty, since her Aunt was lathering her up with way too much Eucerin. So as soon as she was dressed CJ made her way to her Daddy and took residence around his neck. I guess in her head she said I am not going to let go this time. It was funny that the exact same situation presented itself today. Daddy needed to use the bathroom but this time CJ was hip to it. She would not allow Daddy to put her down. Each time Daddy tried she latched on tighter and tigher. When we could wait no longer, Mommy literally needed to pry CJ off of Daddy. She fussed a bit but soom settled down. Daddy came back out just like Saturday and Mommy needed to leave, CJ again was not having it. Eventually CJ got it all together and realized that she was not being left today. Daddy hopes this does not linger over until tomorrow morning when we need to go to work.

The evening brought us all back to reality. CJ was up to her old antics and Daddy and Mommy had to be on top of her every move. We enjoyed dinner together once again and then CJ was off to bed. It is good to be back home as a unit. We made it through the first nights away from each other. Keep praying that we do even better the next time this has to occur. Prayer changes things, people, and situations.

Out Of Sight But Not Out Of Mind

Today was day two of CJ and Daddy not being together. Even though she was out of sight, Daddy soent every minute of the day thinking about his Princess. Dadddy chooses not to talk with her, he feels like it would give her false hope. Instead he quietly anticipates the huge hug CJ will give him when she lays her eyes upon him. Mommy delivers the message that she is doing just fine as Daddy thought she would. Nonetheless tomorrow is coming and Daddy is going to get his child. All weekend Daddy wondered, what was on CJ's mind. Also he has learned that two days withought hearing "Daddy, Daddy" is too long for him.

So the first time is coming to an end and Daddy and CJ will be back to creating havoc. Continue to pray for us during these type of days. Prayer changes things, people, and situations.

The First Night Away

Daddy has been away from CJ on many occasions. Most of the occasions the separation is due to work. Mommy has even taught to say Daddy is at work! Daddy wants CJ to know and understanding that many times Daddy must go away to ensure she has a good quality of life and that work is how all of her needs are met and how she receives nice things. However today was different, both Mommy and Daddy will not be with her when she wakes up so this has nothing to do with work. Mommy's collge roomate is getting married and Mommy is in the wedding. Therefore both Daddy and Mommy had to leave earlier than both emay have wanted.

SO CJ is staying with her Aunt for the weekend. Today was drop off, and Daddy thought it would be easy because CJ fell asleep in the car. Little did he know but CJ had her own plans and woke up as soon as we arrived to Jersey City. Daddy too her upstairs and CJ would not let go. The girl knew something different was going down and that with Daddy was her safest place. The girl did not say a word or even make a peep. She laid on her Daddy's shoulder with her thumb in her mouth and I guess dared someone try to move her. All the while Mommy was running down allof the do's and dont's for her Aunt. Finally Daddy needed to make a move, so to the bathroom he went. When he came out he grabbed his keys while CJ was not looking. He already had kissed her before he went to the bathroom so he would not have to do so on the way out. Mommy got the hint and she had to say her goodbyes too. She told CJ that we would be back soon and then headed to the door. CJ started to cry but Daddy and Mommy had to keep going. Daddy was halfway down the steps but Mommy took a second to get herself together. Daddy has not talked to CJ since but has listened to Mommy's updates. (Mommy is doing better than expected)

When Daddy and Mommy arrived to the hotel they went to a few stores first. Of course Daddy brought something to bring back to his Princess, a soccer goal so she can use with her soccer ball! She should enjoy that and it make be a little bit of a peace offering since Daddy left her for the weekend. Daddy will admit he does miss his little girl and can not wait until he gets back to pick her up. So pray us through the weekend people, praye r changes things people, and situations!

The Oil Change

This will be an oil change for Daddy to remember for a lifetime. It would be the first where CJ was there with him the entire time. The first attempt failed. Daddy figured he could actually take CJ in with him, they would watch television and the time would go by pretty fast. CJ had other plans. She wanted to run around the shop. Now you have to understand babies have no place in the tire shop, but a Daddy has to do what a Daddy has to do. So after Daddy saw that CJ wanted to be on her own he thought on his feet prety fast. He asked the mechanic to give him the keys back. Then CJ and Daddy went to the car and Daddy took out her stroller and put CJ in it. This way he would at least be able to contain her. He also found her Cheerios, a cup and her dog and brought them as well. So Daddy strolled CJ back in, he gave her the Cheerios and the dog and CJ was cool. She did not talk much to the men in the shop (Thank God)...they were not too inviting. However just as soon as a younger girl entered the shop with her mother, CJ laid eyes on her and the conversation began. CJ yapped away and all the young girl could ask was, "What is your dog's name?" Daddy was glad when the girl left. CJ then became a little restless, so Daddy strolled her outside for a few minutes and she stuck her thumb into her mouth and was quiet.

The highlight of this trip was for Daddy. Of course he needed to use the bathroom which meant he reluctantly had to stroll CJ into the bathroom. He turned her in the direction of the wall so she could not see him and proceeded to do what he needed to do. Upon departure Daddy saw a changing table. He though to himself, "Finally a place geared towards men with a changing table in the bathroom." Even though he did not need to, he was glad they thought to have one.

Soon after the car was ready. Daddy had to spend more than he thought but he would spend whatever to make sure CJ and Mommy were safe. So CJ made it through the experience well and Daddy did not have to hurt her. They came home and watched television until it was time to pick Mommy up from the hairdresser. Thanks for your time, keep praying for us! Prayer changes things, people, and situations.