Too cute

I was so touched today to see that on the drive home Carson fell asleep in his carseat and Madison was sitting right next to him in the truck. She rode all the way home with her hand on his chest. She was just watching him sleep. It was too cute. She adores her "bubba." When we arrived home we tried to put Madison to bed which we all know has been a struggle this week, she is in need of a bottle and we are not giving in to her. She screamed for about five minutes so I went in there and tried to comfort her. I asked her if she wanted to sleep in Mommy's bed and she said "No, Bubba's" I thought she was joking so I laid her in his crib (No he was not in there, he was asleep in the carseat) and she fell asleep. She didn't cry, just laid down and fell asleep. I went in to check on her and she was sound asleep clutching his little doggy. It was so cute that she wanted to sleep in Bubba's bed. She loves her brother. I am blessed to have children who love each other so much. I love my life!

She is too cute!

The funniest thing happened yesterday. Madison was supposed to be taking a nap but was of course protesting because we will not give her a bottle. She was at Grandma's house in her pac-n-play and Grandma went in to check on her after screaming and saw a cute little naked girl holding up a diaper, saying "Gaga, peepee" She had stripped her clothes and took off her diaper. I guess she thought if she was naked she would have to get out of bed and maybe find some milk along the way. Good try honey. Madison is just too much fun, we love the little things she does to get a rise out of us.

She loves her auntie!!

Madison is absolutely crazy about her Auntie Kristi. She loves being around her and looking at pictures of her and Uncle Matt. She loves sitting with her, playing with her hair, playing with her makeup, running around putting her chapstick on, and just being around her. Lately when it is time for Kristi to leave, or for us to leave she cries for her auntie. Often if we are all together and Madison is tired, gets hurt, or is not feeling well she will call for Auntie (yes that is what she calls her) over her Mommy. I think it is wonderful that they have such a cute relationship, makes me feel good that when she grows up she will have that special bond. What better person than with my sister. Kristi is crazy about Madison (and Carson) as well. She can't go all week without seeing the kids, she often calls just to see how the kids are doing and needs to get her kid fix so she comes by to visit. Auntie we love you!

A wonderful six months

Carson had his 6 month well babycheck-up today. I can not believe that he is already six months. He weighs 16 pounds and 1 oz. and is 26 1/4 inches long. His dr. said he is doing very well. I love my family and Carson adds so much character to our family. He has such a cute little boy with a wonderful personality. He loves to laugh and scream for no known reason. He loves to play with anything he can get his hands on. Today Grandma named him Mr. Nodoze becuase he decided that sleeping was not going to be part of his day. He managed to go all day long without even a short little nap. I have realized that Carson is not a little baby anymore. He is turning into a little man. My life feels complete being a mother to a wonderful daughter and a wonderful little boy. I thank Heavenly Father everyday for bringing my children to me.

Easter

Carson and Max (gotta love Carson's comb over, we call him Mr. Lowpart from Handy Manny)

We had a good Easter. We went to church in the morning and thankfully Scott was able to be there with us. We went to my Aunt Susie and Uncle Darryls for lunch. Madison was not feeling well the entire day, but did well and was a trooper. As soon as we got to Grandma and Grandpa Sly's house she came down with a fever so she spent most of the afternoon in bed. She missed out on the easter egg hunt because she was taking a much needed nap. On our way home Madison's fever spiked at 104 and she was vomiting all over the car so we decided to turn around and take her to the hospital. Madison has always had trouble with fevers, nothing seems to keep them down. Thankfully this event did not end in a seizure like in the past. We spent a couple hours in the Emergency room then decided to just go home becuase although she had a fever she was feeling much better. Our Easter was not very exciting but it was great to spend time with family.

Disneyland

We had such a blast in Disneyland. I had so much fun watching Madison have fun. She kept hopping around saying "me happy me happy" she loved all of the rides and just being there. She was a trooper. I know she was exhausted but kept asking for more so we stayed until they closed and she was still asking for "more." Carson was a trooper. I was not sure how easy or hard it would be with a 2 year old and a 6 month old but the good outweighed the bad. The only time we had trouble was when we would sit down to eat Carson would throw a protest. He wanted to eat and milk was not cutting it. We had a good vacation and are blessed that we were able to go.

No more bottles

Well it is official, we have oficially taken away Madison's bottle. For any of you that knows Madison you know it was difficult. She was a milk addict at night time (I know don't tell my dentist) and nap time. It was the only way to get her to go to sleep on her own without being rocked to sleep. She has been okay with it. Tonight she asked for a baba and I told her she could have milk in a cup and that was fine before bed. I have noticed that at night before I lay her down I say a prayer and the nights that I remember to pray with her she does not cry when it is time to go to bed. If I forget to pray with her she cries for ten minutes before falling asleep. I should have done it earlier but we are not going back. It is silly to have a bottle after you are 2 years old. Madison we are happy you are willing to give it up, It is about time