Time for an update

Looks like I have been neglectful yet again. Last week, we finished up swimming lessons. E had a great time. She will not get her face wet and will not blow bubbles, but she absolutely enjoyed herself.

Our weekend was busy. We went shopping for E new shoes and clothes for fall. I really didn't get her much for the fall, but she did get several outfits for next summer. I just can't resist a sale. Her foot has grown 1/2 inch since May. Sunday, we headed to the grandparents to show off E's new swimming talent as well as celebrate her cousin's birthday.

I think that covers the last week.

July 6th through July 12th

This week has flown by. E started swimming lessons. She has class Monday through Thursday evening for 2 weeks. It’s been rough leaving work and trying to make the class. But it is worth it. Monday was kicking. Tuesday was blowing bubbles. Wednesday was learning to paddle. Thursday was jumping in from the side of pool. She is doing well for her age. She is kicking. She’s not real aggressive with this; just a lazy little flutter. She is not really blowing bubbles, but she will put her face in the water. We have had a couple of “coughing water” issues. We are having trouble paddling, but she is enjoying it. Jumping from the side was a whole other issue. Not too keen on that. She will take my hands and lean into the water until she falls of the edge. Our whole point with swimming lessons was for her to be more comfortable in the water. If she can swim after two weeks, great! If not, we had a great two weeks of family time and we can keep practicing.

Last weekend, we started transitioning her back to her crib. She has been sleeping in the port-a-crib in our room, but it is time for us to move her to her room. I’m not sure I am completely ready for this. I’m ready for her to be in her room, but at the same time, I miss my baby. She is adjusting. Last night was the first night she slept completely through the night. I have to admit…It was nice to get an uninterrupted night of sleep.

Fourth of July Fun

Yesterday was a busy day for E. The day started with blueberry pancakes and fruit. Of course, my little one is a grazer. So breakfast was at 7:30 and she decides to eat at 9:00. After breakfast, we put together little one’s sandbox. I know better late than never. She loved it.

After the sandbox, we took E in search of fireworks. Not what she wanted to do. She whined the whole time. To make it up to her, we took her out to McDonald’s for lunch. Cheeseburger and fries.

After her nap, it was off to grandma and grandpa’s (pa-pa). She had hot dogs and mac n’ cheese. After dinner, she spent time in the pool. My parents got her a blow up turtle to play on. It was a hit. I’m going to have to get pictures from them. She got too cold and I had to bring her in the house. She was so mad.

Shortly after that, I got her to go to sleep. I felt bad as she wouldn’t see the fireworks. Lucky me, the rain showers moved in, so no fireworks for anyone. We will save them for another day.