Traveling Alabama
So sorry that it has been so long since I blogged. We have been really busy lately traveling the state to see friends and family. Below is a little about what we have been up to as well as some ways Maggie has grown and become more attached. Pictures are at the bottom (if you want to skip the commentary).
We visited her new daycare and Maggie seemed to be very interested in the kids and opportunities to play. I think it will be good for her. They have something new every 30 minutes of day, it seems. She will really develop and learn alot there. Her first day will be for a few hours on Monday, Feb. 1. I will be there watching her through a video feed to see how she reacts. Tuesday, we will do the same thing, this time maybe during nap time. Wednesday, we have doctor appts all day so no daycare. Her first full day in daycare will be on Thursday. I will take that day to rest and run errands. My first day back to work will be Friday, Feb. 5.
I really hate to go back but it is time for us to tackle this next stage in our life. I have loved every second of this quick time of being home with Maggie. I have loved getting to know her and watching her grow in so many ways. She is such a delight and most of the time she is really good! LOL
Case in point. This week, Maggie decided that her diet was lacking a certain food group - dog food! I found her playing in Izzy's food and water. It was actually really funny but gross. As I said, it was funny but not so much after the 4th time that day. She changed clothes 3 times because she was soaking wet. Poor Izzy only has water out now and has to eat when I can distract Maggie. Today, Maggie decided that the water container was really a lot of fun too. So she played in it too. You know, all of this in a split second that it takes me to go to the bathroom or put a load of clothes in. That stinker!!!!
Two weekends ago, Maggie, Izzy and I drove to Mobile to visit my brother and is family. We had a blast. They just love her and I love watching her go from one to the other. She feels like a queen and I got a well needed break. She did not sleep well the whole weekend, I guess just being away from home, but had a blast playing. Izzy got some well deserved love too! I ate lunch with my college roommate, Kim, as she wanted to meet Maggie. It was a great time of catching up!
We came home for one day and then drove to see my mom in Decatur. There are so many people in Decatur that helped me bring Maggie home. We were able to see some of these sweet people at the church dinner on Wednesday night. The next few days were spent visiting others and catching up with family. We had a really good time!
We came home and haven't left again for a few days. Maggie got a small grade fever after getting her Flu and H1N1 shots so we laid low. She didn't feel bad just ran a fever. Nothing a little Motrin couldn't fix.
The weather has been nice lately so we have spent some time out doors. A good friend, DeEtte and her 2 precious little ones from China came to meet Maggie on Sunday. Her youngest, Sadie (4), walked in and said "she looks like me!" It was cute and yes, Sadie, I do think Maggie looks like you! And I love that! Her oldest, Hannah (6) was such a good playmate with Maggie. She was so nurturing and gentle with her. Maggie kept falling into her arms for a hug. it was so sweet. I foresee a great relationship between these three.
So what is Maggie doing now? How is she growing?
Hannah and Maggie
Sadie and Maggie
Izzy's food AFTER Maggie sampled it! GROSS!!!!
Maggie's first time on a trampoline - Thank you cousin Ty
Maggie learning to blow her nose
We visited her new daycare and Maggie seemed to be very interested in the kids and opportunities to play. I think it will be good for her. They have something new every 30 minutes of day, it seems. She will really develop and learn alot there. Her first day will be for a few hours on Monday, Feb. 1. I will be there watching her through a video feed to see how she reacts. Tuesday, we will do the same thing, this time maybe during nap time. Wednesday, we have doctor appts all day so no daycare. Her first full day in daycare will be on Thursday. I will take that day to rest and run errands. My first day back to work will be Friday, Feb. 5.
I really hate to go back but it is time for us to tackle this next stage in our life. I have loved every second of this quick time of being home with Maggie. I have loved getting to know her and watching her grow in so many ways. She is such a delight and most of the time she is really good! LOL
Case in point. This week, Maggie decided that her diet was lacking a certain food group - dog food! I found her playing in Izzy's food and water. It was actually really funny but gross. As I said, it was funny but not so much after the 4th time that day. She changed clothes 3 times because she was soaking wet. Poor Izzy only has water out now and has to eat when I can distract Maggie. Today, Maggie decided that the water container was really a lot of fun too. So she played in it too. You know, all of this in a split second that it takes me to go to the bathroom or put a load of clothes in. That stinker!!!!
Two weekends ago, Maggie, Izzy and I drove to Mobile to visit my brother and is family. We had a blast. They just love her and I love watching her go from one to the other. She feels like a queen and I got a well needed break. She did not sleep well the whole weekend, I guess just being away from home, but had a blast playing. Izzy got some well deserved love too! I ate lunch with my college roommate, Kim, as she wanted to meet Maggie. It was a great time of catching up!
We came home for one day and then drove to see my mom in Decatur. There are so many people in Decatur that helped me bring Maggie home. We were able to see some of these sweet people at the church dinner on Wednesday night. The next few days were spent visiting others and catching up with family. We had a really good time!
We came home and haven't left again for a few days. Maggie got a small grade fever after getting her Flu and H1N1 shots so we laid low. She didn't feel bad just ran a fever. Nothing a little Motrin couldn't fix.
The weather has been nice lately so we have spent some time out doors. A good friend, DeEtte and her 2 precious little ones from China came to meet Maggie on Sunday. Her youngest, Sadie (4), walked in and said "she looks like me!" It was cute and yes, Sadie, I do think Maggie looks like you! And I love that! Her oldest, Hannah (6) was such a good playmate with Maggie. She was so nurturing and gentle with her. Maggie kept falling into her arms for a hug. it was so sweet. I foresee a great relationship between these three.
So what is Maggie doing now? How is she growing?
- She can turn a somersault - by herself it is a little sideways
- She runs around the house - of course in her squeaky shoes
- She plays with many of her toys and know how to work them - yes she still loves the musical toys the best
- She uses her tongue more now while eating - hopefully she will be chewing better soon
- She is curious about her sippy cup and likes water in it - apple juice not so much!
- She has started playing with her food - evidence below
- She goes to other people but immediately comes back to me
- She cries when friends leave the house after playing with her
- She tries to blow her nose with a Kleenex - she scrunches up her nose and blows thru her mouth - so funny
- Still gives the best kisses ever
- Hello? = "O?" and said anytime any phone rings
- Thank you = "Tak ew - doesn't know what it means but repeats it a lot
- Hi = "i"
- I say "Cows say moo" = she says "boo"
- Auburn = "au-ern"
- Izzy - sometimes called Izzy girl = "i-url"
We are headed to Auburn tomorrow to hang out at the condo. There are some great friends in Auburn for Maggie to meet too. And she will watch her first basketball game this weekend. Let's hope that she likes noise and Aubie. Pictures to come next week. Thank you all for checking in!
Tricia, Maggie and Izzy
I love my baths
Macaroni and Cheese - YUM (notice the pasta in her hair and on the floor) Izzy was in heaven!
Hannah and Maggie Sadie and Maggie Izzy's food AFTER Maggie sampled it! GROSS!!!! Maggie's first time on a trampoline - Thank you cousin Ty Maggie learning to blow her nose
How time flies! It seems like yesterday that you were feverishly packing to go to China. Now, just six weeks later, you both have settled into a loving, nurturing mother-ddaughter relationship. It is wonderful to see. Maggie has changed so much in such a short time. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your excellent adventure. We can't wait to see what the future holds in store. Love you both.
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She is so beautiful! I wish you lived closer b/c I am sure Maggie and Harmony would have a great time playing! It was great for you to bring Maggie by the Mobile office! Take care!
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