It's baptism day!!!
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Friday, July 29, 2011
School Time!
Do you think she has enough stuff? You would think Gigi was camping for a week! She couldn't wait to get to school this morning. She hasn't been in a while so I think she missed it! I got a little upset & even shed a tear. I wish I could stay here all day! She's so grown up!
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Gigi is her happiest at Nana's!
I had to work from home for a bit this morning & every few minutes Gigi would ask, "can we go to Nana's house, please mommy?" It was cute the first few times she asked but by the 100th time I started saying no but that didn't help either! She told me to go to work so she could go to Nana's house. I asked if she wanted me to stay home from work and stay with her at Nana's house and she said no! She loves that Nana a little too much I think! I don't know what it is but I suspect Nana keeps bacon in her pocket!!! LOL!
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
We Miss You Grandma Annette!
We wish we could celebrate with you today but we know you are having a very happy birthday in heaven! We miss you very much!!!
Friday, July 22, 2011
Ready for a fun day with Sagan & Ellie!!
We got off to a late start today but Gigi is very excited about spending the day with her cousins!!!
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Souvenirs from China!
Each year for our Gotcha Day anniversary we will give Gigi a little souvenir from China that we got her during our visit there. This year in addition to the little chicken toy we also gave her a little beaded bracelet because it would probably be too small for her to wear next year. It's very pretty & I can still remember picking it out in one of the shops at our hotel, the White Swan. There were so many lovely things to choose from. I really enjoyed shopping for little treasures for her. I can't believe we're already celebrating two years home together! I wonder what we will give her next year from the China treasure box!
We had a fun night together reminiscing about being in China and what it was like to meet her for the first time. She liked watching the video this year. Every time another baby would come out she would say, that's Gigi. Then when she finally came out she didn't think that could be her. She recognized us but she didn't think that baby was her. I guess that's a hard concept for a 3 year old to grasp.
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
For our little chicken!
We were told in China that "Gigi" meant little chicken. So we were sure to get her several chicken souvenirs while we were there. We couldn't wait to give her this chicken! He sings, dances & lays eggs. She was delighted, as you can imagine!!!
Happy Gotcha Day!!!
Yes! We actually put Gigi in the same outfit she wore two years ago today when we met her for the first time. We did it last year too...by looks of the length of the pants I have a feeling we won't be able to do it next year. She actually loved it & didn't want me to take it off. The little orange toy she's holding was what she had with her that day as well. It's a little blurry in this picture but even if it was clear I'm not sure you would know what it is. We're still trying to figure it out!
Two years ago today...
Every day feels like "Gotcha Day" but today is extra special as it was two years ago today that we met Gigi for the first time! I thought the first year zipped by but that was nothing compared to how quickly this year has gone by. She's growing up so quickly. When I watched the video of our Gotcha moment this morning I just couldn't believe how little she was. Tonight we will celebrate together & she will get a little gift that be got her in China. I wonder what it will be??? I can't wait to open the box of goodies from China to pick something out for her. It will bring back lots of wonderful memories!
Sunday, July 17, 2011
Our last meal in Vero Beach
Ok Nana no excuses....Gigi fed herself for every meal for the last 8 days!!!! She's a big girl now!!!
Thanks Bottle Fairy!!!!
The bottle fairy left Gigi a really nice letter & a wonderful surprise. She must have seen her playing in the bookstore bouncing on the inflatable alligator, because lo and behold, there he was sitting on top of the TV ready to play!!
The letter that the bottle fairy left with the alligator told Gigi how proud she was of Gigi for successfully leaving her bottles behind and moving to big girl cups. She also said that her good friend the Potty Fairy was also proud of her, and could not wait to bring her a special surprise for pooping on the potty when she is ready. Sadly, the letter also said that this was the last present the Bottle Fairy would be bringing since there are so many other little boys & girls who were ready to stop drinking from bottles and move to big kid cups!!
Our baby is one step closer to not being a baby anymore. Sigh!! She is a big girl now, but she will always be OUR baby!!!
Looks like the Bottle Fairy was here again...
Wow! It looks like the Bottle Fairy came again. I can't wait for morning to see what it is! It also looks like the Bottle Fairy left Gigi a note. Hmmm...when we got a note from the Potty Fairy that was the end of the surprises from her. If that's the case then I guess the Bottle Fairy must think Gigi is a big girl now & won't need any more bottles!!! The other day I asked Gigi if she wanted to use a bottle when we go home & she said no & when I asked her why she said because she's a big girl so I'm sure the Bottle Fairy is thinking the same thing!
Saturday, July 16, 2011
Thanks Bottle Fairy!!!
Bottle Watch 2011 - Day 8!
Wow! What a difference a week makes! I cannot believe that our vacation is almost over, but at the same time I am thrilled that Gigi has been completely bottle-free for over a week now! She truly does not even consider the bottle an option any longer or hesitate to drink from a sippy cup, a straw, or whatever is available.
The Bottle Fairy must be impressed as ask, because today she left TWO presents for Gigi. She must have heard Gigi asking for sunglasses because she brought her new Little Mermaid sunglasses that Gigi just loves. She also brought her new Rapunzel
Good morning!!!
Wake up Gigi, wake up!!! Wow! I can't believe our vacation is almost over!!! We leave tomorrow. Today is going to be a great day of swimming & fun!
Last night we saw the Pooh Bear movie. It was absolutely delightful! I didn't think it would affect me as it did but when it started I got all choked up & started crying. Pooh was such a huge part of my childhood & maybe it was being there with Gigi & seeing another adventure we read about come to life but I was a mess. Then when they all fell in the pit I laughed so hard I couldn't breathe!!! It was great 100 acre woods humor!!! And we loved it!!!
Friday, July 15, 2011
Our Balcony
This year our balcony is humungous compared to last year. I guess all of the rooms are a little different. Even our room is so much bigger too! Lots of play area for Gigi! I wonder if all of the rooms on the fourth floor are this big?
Well, we're nearing the end of our vacation. Only two more nights but it has been amazing! Gigi has done almost all of the activities for her age group & she loved them all! Today I think she makes a bear or a bunny?? And there's another Tot party that she can go to.
I wish we had internet access to upload more pics than just the few on our phones but we'll post a bunch on Facebook from home next week.
Gigi just woke up...off to another fun day!!! Bye.
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Day 3 Was Bottle Free!!!
Thanks Bottle Fairy!!! Gigi didn't ask for a bottle once yesterday! She had several meltdowns that would have been very quickly stopped by a bottle and was on Time Out more times than she can count but we still had a really great day!!! The un-birthday party was so much fun & the pirate dinner was wonderful! When Donald Duck danced with Gigi I got all teary-eyed. It reminded me of her first Halloween when we went to Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Gigi, who was dressed as a pumpkin, found Donald Duck who was also dressed like a pumpkin and they danced all night long. They've been best friends ever since. I remember when she would only call him "Duck." She called him that for the longest time. Then, one day she just suddenly started to call him Donald Duck, and even corrected Dan when he called him Duck instead of Donald Duck. She just keeps growing up on us which I guess is her primary job & she's doing a really great job at it!!!
Day 3 Was Bottle Free!!!
Thanks Bottle Fairy!!! Gigi didn't ask for a bottle once yesterday! She had several meltdowns that would have been very quickly stopped by a bottle and was on Time Out more times than she can count but we still had a really great day!!! The un-birthday party was so much fun & the pirate dinner was wonderful! When Donald Duck danced with Gigi I got all teary-eyed. It reminded me of her first Halloween when we went to Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Gigi, who was dressed as a pumpkin, found Donald Duck who was also dressed like a pumpkin and they danced all night long. They've been best friends ever since. I remember when she would only call him "Duck." She called him that for the longest time. Then, one day she just suddenly started to call him Donald Duck, and even corrected Dan when he called him Duck instead of Donald Duck. She just keeps growing up on us which I guess is her primary job & she's doing a really great job at it!!!
Monday, July 11, 2011
My Sleepy Baby!
While I painted Gigi's nails she fell asleep while waiting for them to dry! This is good timing so she will be happy tonight at the pirate dinner with Goofy & Donald Duck! She woke up so pleasant because we were taking her to the TOT Time party & she was so excited to go!!!
This is the Life!!!
Mommy's painting her finger & toe nails while Daddy feeds her a snack! Gotta love vacation!!!
Sunday, July 10, 2011
A visit from the Bottle Fairy!
Gigi did a great job on day 1 of no bottle. She probably drank about 1/8 what she normally drinks in a day but she did snack more so I guess it all balances out. We had a visit from the Bottle Fairy...well we thought we did anyway. She left Gigi a princess towel but after all of the excitement of getting it was over we thought about it & we're pretty sure the Potty Fairy gave that towel to her a while ago! Oh well, Gigi just said silly Bottle Fairy!!! Silly Mommy! I'm sure there will be other surprises that are actually surprises from the Bottle Fairy in the days to come!!! We are so proud of our big girl!
Saturday, July 9, 2011
Vero Beach 2011!
We're almost there but Gigi couldn't quite make it! A quick cat nap will be good so we can have a full evening of fun!!! I'm so excited to be on vacation!!! I know Dan is too!!!
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Two More Sleeps 'til Vero!!!
We can't wait for vacation! I know Gigi can't wait to play on the pirate ship again. I can't believe she still remembers it from last July but she talks about it like she went last month instead of last year. I guess that means she really loved it! It is kind of amazing there!!!
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
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