It has been a long time since I last posted but I haven't had much time. And when I do have time, I haven't really wanted to. But a lot of people have been asking how our trip to Missouri and Addie's birthday went. I am sorry! Here is a condensed quick catch up post.
The flight to Missouri was easy! Addie slept most of the way on the plane and the 2ish drive to St. Robert. It was nice to get away and get out of our normal routine. We were able to hang out with friends and get business for the foundation done. We had a birthday party in Missouri. Addie had a lot of fun! We blew up a lot of balloons and she had fun chasing them. Her party wasn't on her actual birthday - I think it was a little over a week before. She started walking a lot on this day.
It was so nice to spend time with everyone and to visit Missouri. Addie learned to walk there and to high five. It was great to be around wonderful people who love us.
The flight back was not so good. I was completely stressed out because the flight went in this cycle: Addie crying, Addie using me as a bouncer/playground, Addie wanting to pull on the chair in front of us, Me telling Addie no, Addie crying. Over and over again. I think she fell asleep for 30 minutes. So we were those people. So sorry to the people on that flight. I did everything I could to keep my little girl happy.
After we got back home we had a couple of days to settle before my sister came. Jess had to get surgery on her ear. My friend, Jenn, watched Addie overnight and Jess and I went to Seattle the day before. It was weird being away from Addie for so long. I enjoyed it but then I felt guilty for enjoying it. Jess' surgery went well and we were able to spend a lot of time at home relaxing. It was nice to be at home to figure out our schedule. Addie has completely changed when she wants to nap (if she even does now). Nursing is just once a day now! Crazy to think that a short couple of months ago we nursed 5-6 times a day. And now it is just one. Uno.
The last year has been crazy! It really is true that they grow up too fast. Addie is now walking all the time and is almost running. I guess we will see if I lose weight chasing after her! I always wondered about that when someone said "Oh I lost a lot of weight chasing after my kids". It could be the next exercise fad! Addie is starting to talk and can hand things when I ask for them. She enjoys being read to and has a funny personality and sense of humor. I love spending time with her and can't wait to see what the next year holds!
So it has been awhile. But with Christmas and family visiting, I really didn't have the time or energy. Speaking of, Addie is a ball of energy pretty much from the time she wakes up until the time she needs a nap. Her new thing now is to take all of her toys out of the bin and throw them around. I've decided to just let go and clean it up at the end of the day. I used to clean up whenever she took a nap but really, it is counter productive. The second she gets in her play area, all the toys are scattered around the floor again.
Her big achievement? This happened a week before Christmas. We were all hanging out and then all of a sudden, Addie stood on her own for almost 10 seconds. Just standing there. It was so cute because when she fell she clapped for herself. She is getting better and better at it. She hasn't tried to take steps without holding anything because she does not like to fall. Well, unless she is throwing a fit. Oh wait, I thought this was supposed to happen around 2? This is an area that she has decided to excel in. I make her stop pulling all of her diapers out of the diaper caddie? Throw yourself on the floor in a crying fit. I set her down to grab something from outside of the play area? Meltdown city. Jamie and I are not reinforcing it and we have been ignoring when she throws a tantrum. So far? Not working. I knew she was feisty but she takes feisty to a whole different level!
I don't want to paint the wrong picture for you. She is a happy little girl 95% of the time. Tantrum throwing is usually right around nap time and is a good indicator that she is ready for sleep. She loves to be chased and that is our new favorite game. Usually after bath time we will play chase for a good while before getting ready for bed.
It is so crazy that Addie is now 10 months! In 2 short months she will be a year. I am excited but also sad. I think we are going to do a small celebration before Jamie leaves. Jamie really wants to see her eat cake so she will get a good practice round before the actual day! I will post pictures of her eating her practice birthday cake!
Once she is outside, she's off!
Once she is outside, she's off!
This is the day that she saw her shadow for the first time. Here she is trying to grab at it. She was so excited and was laughing the whole time!
Here she is watching some kids from the neighborhood ride around on their bikes. She wanted to play with them and kept walking towards them.
The great thing about running around outside? It makes for a sleepy baby and she sleeps well! Looking forward to more sunny days!
