Organized Living by Maevy

Maevy,

You might not always pick up your toys, but you definitely make sure your shoes and socks are put away. Everyday when you get home from school, we take off your shoes and socks. They're big and clunky, and it's time to let your feet air out. After we take your shoes and socks off, you stick your socks in the shoes and then take the shoes to the laundry room and place them on the floor.

I guess you know that the laundry room is where dirty clothes go, but I'm not sure why you insist on putting the shoes in there too. We don't keep any other shoes there. But everyday before we start playing or reading books, you insist on taking your shoes and socks to the laundry room.

I might have an apprentice on my hands. I can already see color-coded binders in your future.

Love you and your stinky socks.

18 mo. Growth Stats

Yesterday you had your 18month old check-up. No ear infections this time, and you seem to be growing just fine. Oh but Dr. Ladd is a little worried about your tonsils. They're big, like Mommy's. If you show any signs of sleep apnea or problems eating, then we might have to get them removed. Mommy's doctors always threatened to take hers out and it never happened. We'll see.

Your next appointment isn't until next March when you are 2! Oh my!

Here are your stats-

Age: 18 months
Weight: 26lbs 5.5oz (80%)
Height: 35" (79%)
Head circumference: 17 7/8" (25%)

Jail Break

Bright and early Monday morning, you showed Mommy a new skill, climbing out of your crib! I have no idea if you've tried this before, but if it was your first time/last time, I'm glad I was there for it.

Grandpa and M were in town and planning to stay home with you all day. I went to get up in the morning and Grandpa came in to say good morning. You were bouncing around as usual pointing out animals on your walls or in your books. I walked across the room to get you some clothes, and the next thing I hear is a gasp from Grandpa. I turned around and there you were on the other side of the crib still somehow standing on the mattress. I assume you were going to try to step down to the floor. I quickly grabbed you, and didn't seemed phased by your dangerous attempt at an escape.

Not wanting to witness or not-witness another jail break, Daddy with the help of M quickly moved the level of your mattress DOWN. Before we know it will be time to take off the railing, and then you'll really be FREE. Well not really, I still reserve the right to put you in some type of "jail" be it a crib or a bedroom until your 18. Ha, ha, ha (insert funny/evil laugh)

Love you Maev.

Weekend Round Up

A couple funny stories from the weekend-

Saturday night we headed over to a friend's house for playtime and dinner. You and Charlie were so cute playing together. I think he even gave you your first kiss (on the mouth!) You practiced your animals sounds together and even played in the bath together.Earlier in the night, I was reading Charlie a book and Charlie's mom, Kate, was reading you a book, which happened to be an Elmo book. I didn't realize it was an Elmo book, but all of sudden I heard you saying, "El-mo" and pointing at Elmo. I was shocked. I didn't know you knew who Elmo was! You don't watch tv and don't have any Elmo books or toys at home. I told the story to your teacher at school this morning and she thinks it's because a lot of diapers have Elmo on them...and sometimes they'll give the kids a clean diaper to play with while they change diapers. Well I guess when you finally do watch Sesame Street, you'll have 1 character down. (Oh dear...)

Sunday we headed to the Frist Museum for Family Free Day. It was crazy busy, but it's always fun to see free art. After we made a craft and went through all the exhibits we headed outside to play in the fountain and get a free ice cream sandwich. (Daddy found the sandwiches.) You were unsure of the ice cream sandwich at first, but quickly started taking huge bites and then running back to the fountains. The pool of water and bench is tall enough that you have to get on your tippy toes to touch the water. I think Mommy and Daddy were both thinking you were probably going to fall in...and sure enough you did! We were right next to you and picked you right up, but you were soaked. The funniest part was A. you didn't cry at all and B. the second you popped up and caught your breath you opened your mouth toward the ice cream sandwich for a bite. We had to leave quickly afterward because other little girls were asking if they could get in the fountain.

We heard a couple of these conversations-

Little girl: "Mommy, can I get in the fountain?"
Mommy: "No, you can't get in the fountain."
Little girl: "But she got in the fountain."
Mommy: "I don't think she meant to get in the fountain."

We'll have to work on setting a better example next time.

Tomato Festival 2010

Maev-

Today we headed to our neighborhood festival, the Tomato Festival. This is your second one and this year Aunt Lesley made you a cute tomato-themed dress. You received lots of compliments.

Mommy started the morning by running in the 5k. Then you had breakfast at Bongo Java with Grandpa and Daddy. We participated in the New Orleans-style parade, and danced with the band afterward.Luckily we brought the spray bottle and lots of water for the heat. After the parade we found a bouncy house-

Then after nap time, we went back out in the 100 degree weather, but ate lunch inside at Rumours.

Daddy tested his strength at the Tomato Olympics and we enjoyed some ice cream at Pied Piper.

Everywhere we saw dogs and you kept pointing them out.

After we headed home, you and Grandpa played in the sprinkler.

It was a hot, long day, but you were great and we had a wonderful day celebrating the tomato... a uniter, not a divider.

Wyckoff Lake Weekend

Maev-

We're almost at the end of all our summer adventures. This week was a big week for you. Last Sunday Grandpa and Grandma came to Nashville to pick you up and "borrow" you for a few days. You headed back to Memphis and Mommy and Daddy were left at home, alone.

On Monday, while we were missing you, you got to hang out with MT, Gpa, Aunt Anna, and even some cousins.

On Tuesday, you made an appearance at Grandma's school and visited some of Grandpa's friends.

Then Wednesday you headed to the Pickwick Pines resort with Grandma and Grandpa. Eventually Mommy, Daddy, Aunt Lesley, Aunt Robyn, Matt and Jake all arrived there too.

Before the lake, we had fun with an art activity-

Then we spent the next 2 days on the boat. You watched us tube with Grandma-

Aunt Robyn bought you a swim shirt and new hat that you actually wore!

Here are all the happy couples-


You also got a new life jacket. You liked it ok, but preferred to wear your swim thingy.

After two long days at the lake. We spent the last day playing and hanging out at the pool. Check out the matching swimsuit that Aunt Robyn unintentionally got you.
More pool time fun. Thanks Grandpa and Grandma for a great week!

4th of July Re-cap

We headed out to Lake Cumberland over July 4th weekend with Mt, Gpa, and Uncle Jr.

On Saturday, Mommy and Daddy golfed with Uncle Jr.
Technically I think I played the best which included NOT hitting any condos! Later you helped Daddy return the golf cart.
Sunday we went on a pontoon boat, and Daddy look very Baywatch on the waverunner. Mommy even convinced Daddy to jump off the boat with her!You rode the waverunner too and even drove the boat with Mt and Gpa. You eventually got a little sleepy, but never fell asleep until we got in the car. We hope you had a great time! Happy July 4th Maev!