Teeth

Mr. Harry got his first two teeth. That is right, yesterday he didn't get just one tooth on the bottom but both bottoms came through! Ok so now we know it was not a bellyache but more a toothache! Poor dude had to have been hurting bad. He is all grins now and feeling much better. Both him and Lorelai...yeah!

Funny Story

Some of these stories might give me more of a chuckle then it would the common person on the street. Maybe it is sleep deprived...actually I am sure of it. But thought you all would get a kick out of it nonetheless.

Ellaree was playing yesterday while I was sitting on the couch feeding Harry. She brings her princess chair over to sit by me, sits down and this is the conversation we had...

E: Hello momma
M: Hi Ellaree, how are you today?
E: I am fine. I would like to borrow some money please.
M: What do you need to borrow money for?
E: My car...it is broken.
M: How much money do you need?
E: 2 pennies
M: When are you going to pay me back?
E: 2 years
M: With interest?
E: Yes, 4
M: 4%?
E: Yup!
M: So let me get this straight...you are going to borrow 2 pennies, pay me back in 2 years at 4% interest...Ok! Here is your money.

And off she went happy as could be!

Tough Times

I knew going into having two children in the same year that there would be some tough times. I have always said that the first six months would be the hardest, then it should get a little easier. Well last night was one of those tough times for me.

Mr. Harry for some reason had a bellyache (or maybe teeth) and I didn't get him down until after 9:30 for bed. He took no afternoon nap and so he was extremely overtired. So we both fell into bed after a long afternoon. But around 10:30 Miss Lorelai and Mr. Harry both woke up screaming. So who do you take and comfort and who do you let scream? During the day I feel like it is a "take a number" type deal but for some reason the night is different. I know they are hurting and something is wrong if they wake in the night and so I want to give them the quality time they need with cuddling, rocking and whatever they need to help them feel comforted and to go back into dreamland. So my hands were tied last night and I felt my heart being pulled into so many different directions. But we managed with lots of patience, prayers, Tylenol, rocking and lots of cuddles and kisses. Within an hour and half we were all back into dreamland.

Unfortunately, I did not get to stay in dreamland for long as Mr. Harry was back up at 3:30 with his bellyaches. Not sure what is going on but poor guy was miserable. We made it through the night and hoping that both kiddos get some good naps today.

I am just so glad that God is there to help us through these times. To help me through these times. It is amazing as I was falling back to sleep I was praying and telling God how I struggle sometimes with 3 children demanding my attention and here he is with all the children of the world wanting his undivided attention and asking for his help. Wow makes my problems look meager compared to what he takes care of each and every day for us. Life just gets put back into perspective at these moments. God does not complain or gripe when his children call to him...therefore I need to be more patient (sometimes needing more then other times) and try to live more like Him. Amazing the every day life lessons he shows us...even at 3:30 in the morning!

Updates

Harry started his new routes for the summer last night. Well I guess you could call it that. He was suppose to go to Blue Earth but instead went to Clinton, IA as they needed him there more. So we will see how things go from there on out and hopefully it is not too hard on him.

Ellaree has not been feeling the best as she had another UTI on Friday night. She started not feeling well and ended up with a 102 temp. and begging for me to go and get her medicine. So off we went to the pharmacy at 7 at night. Thankfully we have a 24 hour pharmacy. Once she had 2 doses in her she was back to her old self again.

Lorelai is still battling with her teeth. Poor girl is just miserable. Yesterday she too had a fever and just not feeling good. Good thing we have teething tablets, ibuprofen and Tylenol for her discomfort.

Harry is doing good. We are finally over the Nuk and he lays down for naps and bedtime with no crying. Sometimes he sleeps through the night and other times he is awake but for the most part we are getting through. He is growing and interacting with us more and more each day. If I ever need a smile I know where to turn to.

We got our appraisal in from the bank late last week. It was good and we already have equity in the house as it appraised for more then we are borrowing. Yeah for that! The only thing they found wrong with the inspection was that the attic insulation was at 9 inches and it needs to be 13 inches for code. The seller is taking care of that this week. The water, sewer and septic inspections are scheduled for this week and we have finalized a closing date of July 1st.

We have been busy filling boxes and getting things in order here. We have our cattle trailer filled already and in the garage so it doesn't get wet, like it would today. The kids are noticing many things that are being packed up which means less of a variety of items to play with. Might be a long month but at least it is ready to go.

Dealing

Well we are dealing with no Nuk in the house. Mr. Harry is having a little more trouble adjusting to no Nuk then I would like but we are dealing with it and rolling with the new schedule.

Lorelai is on number 3 molar and is just beside herself...I would be too! Poor girl doesn't have much spunk and wants her momma quite a bit. She is a little put out when Harry or Ellaree wants to sit on my lap at the same time.

News about myself...well not really that big of news but I rarely talk about me. Anyway, yesterday I took the plunge and got a perm again. With my short and sassy hair I decided to get a perm and get it done like I use to back when Harry and I first started dating. I love it, Harry liked it better the other way but he will eventually get use to it.

Ellaree is getting excited for her big birthday bash. It is her Golden birthday this year and due to mom needing to make a deal between her and I we are having a bounce house and slip-n-slide. Sometimes it pays to find out the price before opening your mouth...live and learn.

Otherwise not much news on the homefront. We are still waiting on hearing from the bank on the appraisal and the inspections. It is very hard to be patient when you want to hear that all is fine and you can get on with your plans. All in good time and I know God already has it planned out for us. It is just me needing to know all the details so that I can plan and plan some more.

Good Riddens

Good riddens Nuk Nuk! That is right, Mr. Harry is getting his Nuk taken away today. The bottle deal in the night is no big issue but he is waking himself up 1-15 times a night trying to find the Nuk. So...Mean Mom To The Rescue! The girls are headed to Papa Harry & Nonie's farmhouse today to spend the night and so while they are gone Harry is going to get his Nuk taken away. I will have him sleep in Lorelai's bed so that I can't hear him if he gets up and is grunting around for it. And if he decided to do a little crying he won't wake up the girls. It should be a win win situation. We will be starting this at the afternoon nap. Fingers crossed I am ok with my Little Man crying.

Lorelai is having "special time" with Papa Harry & Nonie and went to LaCrosse to do a little shopping this afternoon. Then they will come back and pickup Ellaree and both girls will spend the night. Ellaree was not so sure about letting Lorelai go by herself as she is the one that usually gets that "special time" with them. Oh the wonders of having to share with your siblings. So Ellaree is off with her dad to the bank to cash a birthday check into her savings and she gets to pick a prize out of the box for depositing money. She thought that would be pretty cool too! I am here with Mr. Harry, it is very quiet except for his chattering but I am at a loss as to what to do for the time as I am use to the constant running.

Home front news...we should hear from the bank this week in regards to the appraisal. Then the money will be locked in with the interest rate. Also, I have all the nicknacks, pictures and occasional items packed away that we don't use everyday. Wow does our house look bare with nothing on the walls but cluttered as we have boxes in every room. Ellaree has been writing on our boxes for us. I spell out the words and she writes it. It works most of the time, unless she is tired and decides she knows best how to spell a word. Then I usually have to go back and rewrite it. But according to Ellaree every box says "Going To New House"! I think she is a wise little one.

Next week Harry starts his new route for the summer. He will be going to Blue Earth, Brillion, Appleton, Chanhassen and for the month of June Sheboygan. His bidding route is suppose to be Tuesday through Saturday but for the month of June he will work Tuesday through Friday, have Saturday off, work Sunday and have Monday off. But then the rest of the summer he is suppose to have Sunday and Mondays off. We will see what happens. Once he goes back to working Saturdays he will go to Princeton instead of Sheboygan.

Well Baby Checkups

Yesterday we had Lorelai's 15 month well baby checkup and Harry's 4 month checkup. Both with shots! Needless to say all went well but I made Harry go with me to help wrangle them during and after shots.

Statistics on Lorelai:

Weight ~ 22 lbs 8 oz, 46%
Height ~ 31 1/4 inches, 78%
Head circumference ~ 19 inches, 97%

Statistics on Harry:

Weight ~ 15 lbs 7 oz, 48%
Height ~ 26 inches, 75%
Head circumference ~ 42 cm, 30%

As you can see they are growing quickly and all is well. No complaints, well except for the shots. Follow up is in 3 months for all 3 kiddos where they will all get shots.

Pajama Party

Ellaree is having her first friend sleepover at our house tomorrow night. She is super excited. Lately Ellaree has been all going to other peoples houses to stay overnight. Well I suggested having Isabell over and she jumped at it. It should be lots of fun as they want to do their nails and watch movies. I am thinking they can camp out in the tent in the living room that way they doing disturb Lorelai with their giggling. :)

Should be lots of fun and gets me ready for this fall when Ellaree starts wanting sleepovers with all her new friends from school.

Rolling Rolling Rolling

Yes we have a roller on our hands. Harry rolled all the way over yesterday. Of course I was upstairs getting the girls some clothes when this happened but he did it later in the day for me. Then last night Harry got up in the night so when I went to give him his Nuk he was laying on his belly. So we definitely have a roller.

Harry also is eating a full Gerber 1st stage food at meal time besides his 8 oz of formula every 4-6 hours. Yes he is a boy and he is going to eat us out of house and home before he is even 6 months old. I did try doing cereal right off the bat. Not sure what I was thinking as the girls did not do well with cereal so not sure why I thought he would be any different but the minute I took him off of that he has been loving food ever since. I know you are suppose to do veggies first and then fruits next. Yup I just grab out of the cupboard and that is what he gets. So far he has enjoyed everything I have given him with no complaints.

Lorelai is teething and so that has been joyous. Usually we don't even know she is teething but these 1st year molars are killing her. So for my baby that does not like to be rocked, I have rocked her 2 nights in a row now with no complaints. I hope this is not a habit she thinks she is going to get into. One molar down and three to go.

Last night we went and got our "free" borrowed crib from Gillian and Harry got it up and ready to go this morning for Harry. We are very excited and appreciative of Gillian's generosity.

Then once the crib was done watch out as Harry got a streak of cleaning in him and the dumpster is about full of junk and I sold some stuff on Craigslist (thanks Erica for the great idea) and so the people are coming today and tomorrow to get that stuff. We are well on our way to being moved and we have a month and half to go. I know we will need it as we have Ellaree's birthday party in there and other events. Just nice to be able to declutter and go through everything before having to move unnecessary items. The walls maybe bare when you come to visit but hopefully everyone understands.

Words of Thankfullness

Lorelai has blossomed over the last week or so with her vocabulary. She was basically saying Momma & Dadda. But now she is up to many many more words.

Baba = baby (Harry)
Sis = Sister (Ellaree)
Ni Ni = night night
ba ba = bye bye

and her new word as of today....

NO! = no

Great, right, the word all parents hope their kid doesn't pick up on. Oh well.

The other cute thing Lorelai is doing these days (and yes I did say cute) is she throws herself down on the ground and throws a temper tantrum. Obviously I don't show her that I think it is cute but it is just to cute and funny. I keep these moments of laughter for the end of the day when everyone is sleeping. Hopefully this doesn't last long as it is not a good habit to let her do.

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I have finally convinced my husband that Lil Harry needs his own crib. He can't sleep comfortably in the pack n play, we are not kicking Lorelai out of her crib yet as I don't think she is big enough to sleep in a big girl bed and so I have convinced him. Of course we didn't want to just buy a crib from a rummage sale although that would save us tons of money or go out and buy a brand new one as that is not really economical either for the short amount of time we will use it. So I went to work emailing my "mom friends" and asking if anyone had a crib they wanted to part with for a small amount of money. Within 10 minutes I had a crib & mattress free from our good friend Gillian. We are so blessed with family and friends as my sister had loaned us her crib for Lorelai.

We are continually reminded from the good Lord that we are loved in so many ways. With this move coming up and not having any more babies in this house, we decided that we would like to give back as much as possible to others like we were given to us at one time. Therefore instead of doing a rummage sale or selling our stuff at a thrift store we have been giving baby items to those that can use them left and right. It has been so much fun to have those that need/want them enjoy going through all our clothes and equipment.

I love these little reminders from God that we are loved and he takes care of us.

Funny Stories

Today Ellaree & Lorelai are playing in the playroom/office and Ellaree is getting her bag filled with toys, then another bag with toys and putting these all into her shopping cart. When I ask her what she is doing she says that she is packing because her and Lor are going to Grammy's house for the day and taking the bus, a pink bus by the way.

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Lorelai stood on a kitchen chair in my living room today watching Daddy mow the yard for the first time this spring. If he was walking away from her she was screaming and waving "Bye Bye Dad" but if he was walking towards her then she was screaming and waving "Hi Dad". Thank goodness it was not for the full 2 hours of mowing. That would have gotten tiresome.