Trick or Treat!

Well, Halloween has come and gone. Emma was supposed to be an angel but HATED the costume when I tried to put it on her. Can you tell she's strong willed? So I got out the ladybug costume she wore last year. I took it out and showed it to her. She said, "Ladybug, bzzzzzzz". I took that as approval. It was a size 12-18 mos and it was a little big on her last year. So I thought, why not try it this year? Well it still fits! I ended up cutting off the bottom of the tights so they weren't too tight, and didn't use the hood from last year...it's too hot! In any case, our plans got ruined because of bad weather. It's a bit windy and rainy here because of the tropical storm. We did take her around to an outdoor shopping mall here for a bit. She looked really cute! I am posting a picture from last year of her in the SAME costume. She didn't care last year but this year, however, she does not enjoy being dressed up in a costume. So no smiles for us this time around!

We carved our pumpkin the other night. In order to keep Emma's interest, we gave her her "own" pumpkin to decorate. We gave her markers and guess what? She decorated the pumpkin alright...and herself! Too adorable. Ya gotta love those Crayola Washable Markers!

Terrible 2's?

Um, ok. I think we might be approaching this stage. Oh joy! Yesterday, we heard a "cry" (read: scream) we have never heard from Emma's mouth before. She would turn it off and on too throughout the tantrum. Lovely. And why? Because she didn't want to or did want to do something. Who knows?!?! So I guess our strategy is to ignore it. Any tips or advice is welcome!

On a good note, Emma started relaxing a bit at ISR. She flipped out today for some reason though. But the last 2 days she was actually a bit relaxed and as a result was floating by herself! Yay Emma!

I have recently heard a couple of sentences from Emma. She now sometimes says "I like it" when she likes something. Today she said "Mimi did it" as she was referring to a noise she makes w/ her hand and mouth. Here's a video from 3 months ago...how did she remember it?

Thanks to everyone for any thoughts and prayers you may have sent Michael and Laura's way! They had an appointment last week and her fluid has replenished! Wow. Truly amazing. They are awaiting some other results, so please continue to send some positive thoughts and prayers their way. Thanks. :)

Back from Michigan!

We returned from MI last week. It's amazing how quickly vacations go! Emma had a blast. We kept her busy, that's for sure! While we were there she played outside a lot (in the nice, cool weather...well cooler than FL at least). We also went to the park and visited the children's zoo so Emma could ride the carousel. She loved it last time we were there, but was a bit apprehensive this time around! She seemed to enjoy the zoo, however. We also went to an apple orchard. The change in pace and weather was definitely welcomed.

Since we've been home, Emma has started swimming lessons through ISR (infant swimming resource). I can't say that she loves it. It's very rigorous and she has to work hard throughout the 10 minute lesson. It's a 4-6 week program, so we figure she'll eventually get used to it. On the upside--she takes a LONG nap afterward!

David currently has a job he's working on and a few others lined up to keep him busy for a little while. It will take him some time to build clientele. We both love the freedom and flexibility. He's been leaving around 8am and getting home just after 5pm! This gives us all some time to spend together everyday.

Our sister in law, Laura, is pregnant...again! It's obviously a miracle since she had her tubes tied 7 years ago. She is due in February but is having some medical problems. The amniotic fluid is low, so she was placed on bed rest for the duration of her pregnancy. Although this is an emotional and financial hardship for her, my brother and their children, they are keeping a positive attitude. They are amazing...please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.