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
© 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!
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