Addie's Goose Egg

Last night, what was supposed to be a special treat, turned tragic. Addie was getting to watch a special before-bed video of Dora, while snuggling with Mommy. She handed me the remote, climbed onto the bed, and then walked across the bed to sit by the pillows. It was as innocent as that. As I'm turning on the video, I hear a loud "CRACK" followed by a high-pitched scream. I turn around and see Addie sitting next to the pillow, holding her head, screaming- not breathing- just screaming. I look at her head and this is what I see:

This is less then 3 min after her hitting it. If my camera hadn't been within reach, there never would have been pictures! Thankfully we have 2 friends who are nurses- and after a frantic call to them, they both assured us that she would be okay. This morning, it's just a slightly purple circle on her forehead. What an ordeal- all brought on by a "special" treat of watching a video on Mommy and Daddy's bed!

Richmond Weekend Fun

I know this is out of sequence, but better late then never.

We had fun visiting with Mike, Karen and Baby Hannah. The actual purpose of the visit was for the men to tan a rental property roof. They ended up taking a much needed mini-vacation to West Virginia to ride an ATV and dirtbike. While they were doing such things, all us women and Alden had fun together! Here are a few pictures that show what we did!

Playing at Mike's Grandma's house- the big picture window was a favorite!

Playing with our dear friends, and old neighbors, Scott and Kelleigh. The kids LOVED the cat and the special cat door (it's in the back of the picture).

Addie "riding" the horses at the mall. She has yet to realize that they MOVE if you put money in! I'm happy she's happy just sitting on them!!

Trying to climb up the blocks. She's sure limber!

Alden in his I-Can-Fix-It-Because-I'm-A-Man pose!

All having fun on the Wasch porch

Happy to be in Richmond- I LOVE this picture!

Alden feeling a little "locked in" being the only guy around for most of the time!

Addie showing off the acorn she just found. She left with a rather extensive collection of them...

The Weekend Gang. Not bad considering we're using the timer....

Addie Funnies

Addie has said some funny things lately- I love a 2 year old's perspective!

Walking in Blockbuster with Al, she sees a poster for The Incredible Hulk.
Her response: Daddy, that man DIRTY! He needs be keened (cleaned) in baf (bath)!
She's not disturbed by his size or that he's green, just the fact that he's dirty.

It's finally been cold here in the morning!
Addie: Mommy! It's coooooold! Did Vinnie leave 'fridge open? (Vinnie is her little friend who lives across the common area from us)

When we were in Richmond, she was loving on Hannah, and to her, this was the best compliment:
Oh, Baby Hannah Rose Peter Paweckah! You so cute Hannah Rose Peter Paweckah!
She didn't get it that not everyone has a middle name of Rose or Peter. The fact that Hannah's last name was not Perreca also boggled her mind. I would love for Hannah's last name to be Perreca some day, maybe Addie knows something that I'm just hoping for?!?

We have been working on Addie learning important information- her full name, her birthday, where she lives, her phone number, etc. Here is the progress we've made....

Me: What's your name?
A: Addie Rose Paweckah!
Me: What's your Mom's name?
A: Mommy Paweckah
Me: What's your Daddy's name?
A: Daddy Paweckah
Me: When's your birthday?
A: Commin' up!
Me: When exactly is that?
A: Decemer Fourth!
Me: How old will you be?
A: TWO!!!
Me: That's how old you are now. How old will you be next?
A: Oh. Three (sounding dejected).
Me: Where do you live?
A: Delllllllllllla ware!
Me: Where in DE?
A: Whitstone Wane (Lane)
We haven't made any progress with her phone number or house address, but she's not even 3 yet!!

We have been working on numbers and she can count well up to 12. After that, it becomes "mumble TEEN", "mumble TEEN"- and it goes on like this for quiet some time!

Alden has totally taken off with walking, and Addie deserves much of the credit. She's been his biggest cheerleader!
A: Way to go Algen! I so proud of you! You such a big boy! Someday you walk jus like me!!
When he falls,
A: Oh, Algen Peter! It's okay. You tough cookie. Jus brush it off (showing him how to brush his hands).

Some mornings, Al is gone when she wakes up, and we have to go through this same dialogue every time!
A: Where's Daddy?
Me: He's gone to work.
A: Oh. I miss Daddy!
Me: Daddy misses you, too. Why does Daddy go to work?
A: 'Cause he wuvs us. (This is said with a huge smile, her little head tilted to 1 side)
That's always the end of all the "where is daddy" questions! I love that she loves her Daddy and is comforted knowing he loves her!

There are many more funny things she says, but that's enough for now! Every day I amazed at what she learns, says, does. Children are amazing gifts from God!

Breaking News!

Addie and Alden now have new teeth (the "breaking" part of the new)!! Alden is cutting his top 4 teeth- 1 is through while the other 3 should pop through any day. And his other 2 bottom are starting to push through as well. This isn't really all that new- these teeth have been about to pop through for the last month.... I've come to terms that my kids take forever to cut teeth and that it's a painful process for all parties involved. We give Motrin plenty of business!

This weekend Addie was chewing on her fingers non-stop. I couldn't get her to take them out! Since she wasn't grouchy, running a fever, or refusing to eat, I wasn't really clear what was going on. I knew she was due for her 3 year-old molars, but I figured that they would show-up sometime around 3 1/2 years- like all her other teeth. As I was showing a friend Alden's new teeth, Addie wanted me to see her new teeth. What?!? Sure enough, laying on the couch, mouth angled towards the light, I could see new molars on the top with the ones on the bottom about to break through!

I was SO excited!! I am STILL excited!! I just hope this is a new trend!! I would love to not support Motrin as much!!

Fun with Keili

For the next few weeks, our friend, Keili will be coming over on Tue and Wed after kindergarten- it's only a 1/2 day around here so we pick her up at her bus stop at 10:45am! Addie ADORES Keili and Keili is such a good sport with both Addie and Alden! It's worked out so well- I actually can get more done since the kids happily play with Keili!! Here are a few pictures of our picnic lunch and playtime at the local park.

Lunch buddies!

Feeding the ducks- she wasn't afraid at all!

The new favorite swing-pusher!

I love all the silly faces as they all came down the slide together!

A house behind the park was being demolished- Alden was fascinated!

Alden's Italian Roots

Alden is apparently a true Italian. He's become obbessessed with wearing Addie's necklaces. He will only wear them 1 at a time- and you can tell he's very proud of himself as he wears them pushing his trucks around the floor, playing and throwing balls around, so he's still very much a boy. How funny!

PICTURES!!!

At long last, here are some pictures of what we have been up to!! There are so many, I've created a slideshow instead of going back and inserting them in the posts where they belong.... I wish there was more time in the day, but alas, there isn't. Enjoy!!