Emma was born at 7:22 on a Monday. I remember everything about that day and I hope I never forget. This wonderful child is growing up so fast!
Here are some of the things that we have learned about Emma in the past year.
1. Freckles! She has the most amazing freckles across her nose. I love them.
2. She loves to read Archie comics just like her mom. :)
3. Emma is a big helper when it comes to Ellie.
4. Her love for chicken and fries with ranch and ketchup is still going strong.
5. She loves Monster High and Scooby Doo.
6. Emma may be 7 going on 16. The jury is still out.
There are so many more things about Emma that make me smile. I enjoy growing closer with her and being able to have girl time. She truly surprises me all the time.
Ellie~ Big 4!
Here are some of the things we have learned about Ellie this last year.
1. Her name is Ellie Elizabeth Denise. Ellie is not a nickname.
2. Minnie Mouse is still #1. All birthday parties will be Minnie Mouse themed.
3.A skunk is pronounced stunk, Taco Cabana is really named Taco Banana, and donkeys are really honkeys that hee haw.
4. Ellie is very empathetic. She does not like when anyone is sad or hurt. I believe she will have a kind nature.
5. Fave foods: Peperoni pizza, peanut butter sandwich, and anything with cheese.
6. She loves to have mommy sing itsy bitsy spider before bed, and loves cuddles from daddy.
She is now transitioning into Pre-K class at her school. Ellie is growing so fast!
1. Her name is Ellie Elizabeth Denise. Ellie is not a nickname.
2. Minnie Mouse is still #1. All birthday parties will be Minnie Mouse themed.
3.A skunk is pronounced stunk, Taco Cabana is really named Taco Banana, and donkeys are really honkeys that hee haw.
4. Ellie is very empathetic. She does not like when anyone is sad or hurt. I believe she will have a kind nature.
5. Fave foods: Peperoni pizza, peanut butter sandwich, and anything with cheese.
6. She loves to have mommy sing itsy bitsy spider before bed, and loves cuddles from daddy.
She is now transitioning into Pre-K class at her school. Ellie is growing so fast!
1st Grade
I can not say that I remember being in first grade but I do not think I was as busy as Emma! She is off to a great start in her class and we love her teacher. Emma has done a total 180 from last year. Kindergarten year we struggled with yellow and red days for talking and all around attitude.
I normally would not air our laundry like that if it had not been greatly improved. Emma has matured over the summer and is making efforts to understand what is expected of her on a daily basis. I am truly proud of the way she has turned it around.
You never know what type of parent you are going to be on that first car ride home. I did not expect to only really be understanding and trying to make myself better as a parent during this last year. I am sure there will be more learning experiences through our life. I feel that being a mom is going to be my biggest accomplishment and my hardest challenge in life.
We look forward to the remaining school year with Emma, and hope to be posted some of her academic achievements in the near future.
I normally would not air our laundry like that if it had not been greatly improved. Emma has matured over the summer and is making efforts to understand what is expected of her on a daily basis. I am truly proud of the way she has turned it around.
You never know what type of parent you are going to be on that first car ride home. I did not expect to only really be understanding and trying to make myself better as a parent during this last year. I am sure there will be more learning experiences through our life. I feel that being a mom is going to be my biggest accomplishment and my hardest challenge in life.
We look forward to the remaining school year with Emma, and hope to be posted some of her academic achievements in the near future.
June
June has been the busiest month! Our trip to Disneyworld was amazing. All that I read and heard was true. We all felt like it was a magical experience. From being the first people in the Fantasmic show to the cast members that made it pleasant even during the longer lines. The girls came back from the trip closer than ever. I love to see them holding hands and hugging on a regular basis.
Emma and Ellie have been spoiled this month too. Several birthday celebrations and plenty of presents. We feel loved to have so many family members who celebrate Emma and Ellie with us. Here are some of the things that we have learned about our girls since their last birthday.
Emma
1. She is an amazing artist. She loves to draw pictures for the ones she loves.
2. Swimming is the top priority of vacation and summer.
3. Loves to sing pop songs in the car and can say when a Beatles song is playing.
4. Great big sister!
5. Very athletic and a fast runner. Family races have been known to happen.
6. Makes great breakfast on Saturdays for everyone.
Ellie
1. Does not like Dinner at all.
2. Ellie is brave! Wants to ride all the rides and swim by herself.
3. Her vocabulary is growing by leaps and bounds.
4. She loves to cuddle and snuggle.
5. Loves the library!
6. Blanket goes everywhere.
I can not imagine life without my two June bugs. Love them to the moon and back.
Emma and Ellie have been spoiled this month too. Several birthday celebrations and plenty of presents. We feel loved to have so many family members who celebrate Emma and Ellie with us. Here are some of the things that we have learned about our girls since their last birthday.
Emma
1. She is an amazing artist. She loves to draw pictures for the ones she loves.
2. Swimming is the top priority of vacation and summer.
3. Loves to sing pop songs in the car and can say when a Beatles song is playing.
4. Great big sister!
5. Very athletic and a fast runner. Family races have been known to happen.
6. Makes great breakfast on Saturdays for everyone.
Ellie
1. Does not like Dinner at all.
2. Ellie is brave! Wants to ride all the rides and swim by herself.
3. Her vocabulary is growing by leaps and bounds.
4. She loves to cuddle and snuggle.
5. Loves the library!
6. Blanket goes everywhere.
I can not imagine life without my two June bugs. Love them to the moon and back.
Life in the fast lane
I always mean to write here more and keep everyone updated with what is going on with the girls. As you know life gets crazy and sometimes good intentions fall behind. Lots of things have been happening since my last post!
Josh and I are now the happy owners of a three bedroom, two and a half bath house in Round Rock. (Just north of Austin) We moved to be closer to my parents and Josh's mom. Owning a home has been different this time around. Our first home in Leander felt more like a fun house then a home. Our new house has been great. We are within 2 miles of Emma's school and still close enough to our jobs. We are decorating and fixing things to be the way we like them. The girls rule the roost on the second floor that includes a nice size play room for them. We are hoping to be able to have a lunch here soon for everyone to come see the new house.
Emma is currently in Kindergarten and is adjusting very well. We had a few rough months but with the new addition of glasses she has settled right in. Helps when you can see! Her favorite thing about school is Art. Only 9 more weeks and she will be a first grader. We plan to enroll her in a few art classes this summer to help her learn more.
Ellie is growing more and more each day. She still has her own language but most days she speaks very clear. Her favorite thing is still Minnie Mouse and loves strawberry milk. On the weekends she is Emma's shadow. We like to call them Pete and Repeat.
The biggest thing on our radar is our trip to Disney World in June. Shhh...surprise for the girls. With the help of our tax return we were able to pay for our 7 days there. I am looking forward to spending some time with them and Josh. We hope it will be a magical adventure that brings us closer as a family.
We have been through hurdles and dips since November but we look forward to each day together. I know that we have learned and grown a lot as a family unit. It is the hard times that show you what is most important in life. And the beat goes on.
Josh and I are now the happy owners of a three bedroom, two and a half bath house in Round Rock. (Just north of Austin) We moved to be closer to my parents and Josh's mom. Owning a home has been different this time around. Our first home in Leander felt more like a fun house then a home. Our new house has been great. We are within 2 miles of Emma's school and still close enough to our jobs. We are decorating and fixing things to be the way we like them. The girls rule the roost on the second floor that includes a nice size play room for them. We are hoping to be able to have a lunch here soon for everyone to come see the new house.
Emma is currently in Kindergarten and is adjusting very well. We had a few rough months but with the new addition of glasses she has settled right in. Helps when you can see! Her favorite thing about school is Art. Only 9 more weeks and she will be a first grader. We plan to enroll her in a few art classes this summer to help her learn more.
Ellie is growing more and more each day. She still has her own language but most days she speaks very clear. Her favorite thing is still Minnie Mouse and loves strawberry milk. On the weekends she is Emma's shadow. We like to call them Pete and Repeat.
The biggest thing on our radar is our trip to Disney World in June. Shhh...surprise for the girls. With the help of our tax return we were able to pay for our 7 days there. I am looking forward to spending some time with them and Josh. We hope it will be a magical adventure that brings us closer as a family.
We have been through hurdles and dips since November but we look forward to each day together. I know that we have learned and grown a lot as a family unit. It is the hard times that show you what is most important in life. And the beat goes on.
1...2...3..4....
Five! Emma is turning five tomorrow. I wrote about the night before she was born on facebook tonight, but it was that next day that really changed my life. I would no longer be just Angie, I would be mommy. A role that can be hard sometimes but truly rewarding with Emma. We learn so much together, but here are some things I have learned about her this year.
1. She is a big helper.
2. Emma is a Leader. She knows what she wants and is going to make it happen.
3. Imagination as big as the universe
4. Fashionista. We question the mis-match clothing sometimes but usually let her show her true colors.
5. She is quickly becoming a lego master and builds for hours.
6. Chicken and fries is still her favorite food.
7. Can't hold us by Macklemore is "Her" song.. oh and mommy turn it up!
I look forward to learning more about her, and growing with her as we face these new obstacles. Emma will start school in August and is so ready to be in class. I loved going to school and I hope that she will too.
Ellie the Loveable
Tomorrow my Ellie will turn 2! The time has really moved since she was born. I think about that June 6th 2011 and I know what I was going through. Rough, hard, long contractions every 10 minutes. Little did I know that I was being prepared for someone so kind, and loving. It was all worth it looking back. Here are some things that we have learned about Ellie in this last year.
1. Repeat! Anything Emma does Ellie does!
2. More and more loving. Now she can say I love you, (Mommy,Daddy,Emma)
3. Miss Independent
4. Favorite foods-Grapes, candy, spaghetti, goldfish, and chips
5. Builds with blocks, and train set for hours and hours
6. NOT an early riser. (Just like Mommy)
7. Doesn't like to be told what to do. (Just like Daddy)
8. Must have Puppy and Blankie at all times.
9. Empathetic to others feelings. Gives hugs when needed, and even pats.
There is so much more! We are so happy to have Ellie in our lives. I look forward to celebrating her Birthday and watching what new things she will learn.
1. Repeat! Anything Emma does Ellie does!
2. More and more loving. Now she can say I love you, (Mommy,Daddy,Emma)
3. Miss Independent
4. Favorite foods-Grapes, candy, spaghetti, goldfish, and chips
5. Builds with blocks, and train set for hours and hours
6. NOT an early riser. (Just like Mommy)
7. Doesn't like to be told what to do. (Just like Daddy)
8. Must have Puppy and Blankie at all times.
9. Empathetic to others feelings. Gives hugs when needed, and even pats.
There is so much more! We are so happy to have Ellie in our lives. I look forward to celebrating her Birthday and watching what new things she will learn.
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