Our Little Champion

Reesi has wanted a trophy ever since they passed them out in her gymnastics class. She only got a ribbon because you have to be enrolled for one full year to get a trophy. When Lyla quit gymnastics I asked Reesi if she still wanted to go and she said she did because she wanted to get her own trophy. Larry, however, wanted to save some money and drop the $60 a month gymnastics bill so he told her he would get her her own trophy.

That was about six months ago and he finally came through. Tonight his 11 year old baseball team won a tournament and Reesi got her trophy. She didn't care that it had a baseball boy on it or that it was second place. She loved it anyway and immediately began shining it. So much for the lesson of hard work and dedication, but this was definitely cheaper than the $720 gymnastics trophy!

Elye at One Month

At one month Elye is . . .

- not a big crier, but a big grunter.

- loves to sleep in your arms.

- sleeps until about 2:00 or 3:00 in the morning and then wakes up again around 5:00 or 6:00.

- has begun spitting up in a projectile way. Not every day, but randomly. I can't figure it out!

- a sweet, wonderful baby!

Great Food, Great Friends

Saturday we headed up to White House for their graduation. After graduation we headed to Phillip and Carmen's for some of Phillip's much missed cooking. Reesi had a blast playing with Lofton and Landon and we enjoyed to food and the time with friends. The honey mustard was delicious and the dessert was amazing. We were also pleased the Marilyn and Casey made it out before it was time for us to leave. Hopefully, with summer on its way we will have more time to spend with our northern friends!

My Little Kindergartener

Waiting to walk down the aisle

A little nervous at first

The pledge

It is official; Reesi is no longer a preschooler.

This past Thursday Reesi had her preschool graduation. It was adorable and Reesi was the sweetest. Towards the end of the program each child had to go up to the microphone and tell everyone what they want to be when they grow up. Reesi quickly stated: veterinarian.

It really hasn't sunk in yet that Reesi is done with preschool. It's either that or I am blocking it out of my mind until I have to face the facts come August. Every day something comes out of her mouth that makes me realize that she is really a five year old. Like today when I wouldn't let her wear my three inch heels to Wal-Mart she told me that she wouldn't let me be part of her Pink Panther Club. Later on the way to Wal-Mart out of the blue she said, "Mom, I have to apologize," and she continued to tell me how she was sorry for saying that. It was such a grown-up moment!

I always tell Reesi that she is growing up too fast, but she insists that it is slow. She also assures me that when she does grow up she will be my neighbor. She'll live in the house to the right. Wouldn't that be nice!

First Bath

Her belly is so big compared to the rest of her body!

Elye's cord fell off last night so she got to take her first real bath tonight. Reesi was so excited when she found out Elye was taking a bath with her. I warned Reesi that she might cry the whole time, but Elye surprised me and just sat in her seat with her eyes wide open checking everything out. She didn't cry one time! I love my good smelling baby!

Mother's Day Outing

Elye sleeping away and yes I know I need a better head rest

Reesi posing for the camera

For Mother's Day we took one our first outings as a family of four today. Since the weather was so nice we headed to the zoo. It was so crowded, but we still had a great time. Reesi's favorites were the elephants, giraffes, and gators. Elye slept the entire time which was great for everyone!

Two Weeks Already!

Julie and Jason stopped by to see her before they left for Florida next week.

On Wednesday Elye was two weeks old and we went for her check-up. I was so excited to learn how much weight she had gained. She weighed 5 lbs. 10 oz. when we left the hospital and at her check-up she weighed 6 lbs. 8 oz. She has also grown an inch in length! She is the sweetest baby and growing so quickly. I am hoping to get some good pictures of her this week before she gets too big!

Two Week Stats:

Weight: 6 lb, 8.48 oz. (9th percentile)

Height: 19 in. (9th percentile)

Head Circ.: 12.99 in. (3rd percentile)

Happy Mother's Day

Reesi has had big plans for Mother's Day for a while. Below is the list of things she wanted to get me.

a butterfly fountain

jeans that she could glue jewels on

a bouquet of flowers

So Larry took her shopping this morning. She didn't get anything from her list, but she did find some things that satisfied her. Reesi also takes after her father in the fact that she cannot wait to give presents. She and her father both have to give the present as soon as they get them. Reesi surprised me with a very ornate ring and some earrings and Larry threw in a massage. Larry said he tried to guide her in picking out something for me, but she wouldn't listen. She had to pick them out all on her own.

She is so sweet and she has been showing that everyday with Elye. The other day I was trying to get Reesi lunch ready before I sat down to feed Elye. Elye started crying and Reesi exclaims, " Elye is more important than me Mommy. Feed her first!" There has only been one sign of jealousy. Reesi came in one morning and I was laying there with Elye next to me. Reesi said, "Hey, that's my spot," and made me move Elye so she could lay down. I am so blessed to have such a sweet little girl and I can't wait to watch Elye follow in her footsteps.

Getting Ready for Kindergarten

This week I pulled out a marker board and Expo marker for Reesi to work with. We practice writing numbers and some words. The next day she got out her marker board and began practicing her numbers on her own. She was quite serious about it and stated in a matter of fact way, "I'm not going to be playing anymore. I'm going to be practicing for kindergarten."