The spaghetti fiasco

Our crazy little girl. I don't know what we are thinking when we decide to let her have a go at her dinner - well, the messier dinners anyway. But, when she is going to get a bath anyway...what's the harm? How much of a mess could a 16 1/2 month old really do anyway? Oh...maybe I forgot to mention one thing...we're having spaghetti for dinner. I shouldn't worry though because I'm sure it couldn't be as bad as past rice incidents. Could it? Will this mean we'll find spaghetti sauce in Bree's nooks and crannies for days? *sigh*

Round three!

Today we had my immediate family Christmas at Benny and Niccole's. We all had a great time. Mackenna was here, so Aubree finally got to see her again. It's been a while, so Bree was a little standoffish with Kenna, but did warm up to her by the end of the night. Bree was extra helpful in handing out gifts. After handing out each gift, she'd wipe her hands together like she'd just gotten done with some hard work. She is always entertaining.

From Meme and Papa R, she got some new walking shoes (okay, so this was an early gift), a Webkins pony and a wagon! We can't wait until the weather warms up enough to enjoy the wagon! Uncle Benny, Aunt Niccole and the kids got her a dancing tower. She seemed to really like it - even dancing with Rex when he showed her what to do. Papa John and Grandma Linda got her a purse.

We ended up staying over there until 11 and girlie was awake and running around the whole time. She did wake three times in the middle of the night/early morning crying, but she did a great job.

Overall, the last three days have been wonderful! Our little girl really enjoyed herself and was a trooper. Never crabby considering the extra long days and short naps.

Technically second Christmas

Aubree woke up around 8 and after getting her milk and some cereal, we all got cozy in the living room to open gifts. I even set up dad's video camera to catch it all. Bree had a great time...after all, after last night at Bob's parents, she knew what to do with the gifts! We decided not to get her a whole lot this year, considering her age and the fact that she'll be spoiled by everyone. It didn't take long for her to get tired. Luckily we didn't have to be to Benny and Niccole's until 4, so she should get some good naps in!

We're going to relish this 8 am waking. Lord only knows it'll get earlier each year as she realizes what is going on!

Christmas Eve at Mimi and Papa's

Bree had her first go real gift opening experience today at Mimi and Papa L's. She wasn't real sure what to do, but quickly figured out that inside all of these pretty colored boxes were toys! Well of course there was one with clothes, which she quickly threw aside, but the toys!! She got Little People sets, Mega blocks, a sweeper, corn popper and even a car!! She was thrilled and overwhelmed.

It was a blast watching her open gifts. After each small piece of paper she tore off, she'd hand them over to Bob or me. And she watched to be sure we had the paper in hand before looking back to tear another piece off.

Now I know why our parents had such a good time at Christmas. It is thrilling just to watch the looks on your child's face.

More bulbs

Will Aubree ever stop taking the bulbs off of the tree? I'm guessing no. She insists on handing these to us. She's in a stage where she is being extra helpful. And bless her heart, I'm sure that's exactly her intention. Handing us everything from Christmas bulbs to our shoes. This girlie is all about being a helper. The look on her face is too precious.

Christmas card!!

After several days of snapping pictures and trying to get Aubree in that one perfect shot, I've given up. I've opted to make a collage Christmas card using Adobe since that seems to be the only option. If nothing else, it sure gives the perfect view of our busy little girl. Since we'll send cards to family and friends we don't see very often, it'll work out well.

Aubree seems to be obsessed with the tree and decorations. Who can blame her? Sure, she saw the same thing last year but she was only four months old. This is the first big Christmas and she is taking everything in. We've had to put the shatterproof bulbs at the bottom since she seems determined to take them off as often as possible.

Does anyone know where the Energizer batteries are in a toddler?