Ring Day

It was 12 years ago today, that Alan "popped" the question. We always call this "ring day." I love celebrating all of the wonderful events in life over and over.

Never did I imagine at that time that there would be a little Bryce. A little one that has stolen my heart and made me "a mommy." I am so blessed to have them both in my life. I love my perfect, little family.

Vacuum

I can remember a day not too long ago that Bryce was scared of the vacumm and not just a little scared. But that has all seemed to change as of this morning. We needed to run the vacuum and leave the house by 10:00 because someone was coming to look at it. So as I was getting ready for the day, Alan started to run the vacuum. Then he came to me and said, "you have to see this."

My little love, no longer afraid of the vacuum and helping out. So fun!

So proud of herself

Melting My Heart

Bryce had a wonderful time dragging Grandma Midge everywhere this afternoon. Bryce would start playing with something and then quickly move on to the next thing. They were so busy, but had a wonderful time together. I was able to make some yummy Chicken Tortilla Soup for dinner in anticipation of the rain. But where is the rain that I was hoping for? Oh well, the soup was wonderful.

Even though, there is still a runny nose on her face, Bryce's spirit is back to normal. My sweet happy, energetic, very busy, funny girl. Bryce was so loving today, she had plenty of kisses and hugs for all of us. It is so cute when she gives you a hug, she pats your back. Wonder where she learned that...

As I put Bryce in her bed tonight, she melted my heart. I said "Good night Boo Boo, Momma loves you." She then responded with night night Momma and waved. Oh, she is growing up into such a sweet little girl. I can't wait for the day that she can tell me that she loves me too.

Build it!!!

As, I woke this morning, I said,"Thank you Bryce". I have her cold now and so does Alan. She is starting to feel better and I am so glad. What I am sad about though is, now we can't go to Bass Lake in the morning. UGH!!! We miss you Momma and Papa. We will be there soon.

While I was at the market this afternoon I couldn't pass up this Mr and Mrs Potato set. It has 40 different little parts in it. You can make a Pirate, an elephant, a Birthday Party and so much more. I bought Bryce a small Mr. Potato Head and Friends for our vacation. It has been played with each day, several times. She says "build it" and that means she wants to build the Potato Head. As I got close to home, I called Alan and told him to put her shoes on so she could help take in the grocery's. I turned the corner and they were outside waiting for me. I was so excited...I opened the back of the Suburban (of course I had the Potato Head placed just perfectly for her to see it). Bryce screamed "BUILD IT"...she sat right on the driveway and started pointing to where she wanted the parts to be set at next to her. I loved seeing all of her emotions of excitement.

My Baby in Blue!!!

Growing Taller

I was so excited this morning as I tried these adorable red corduroy overalls on Bryce. They fit-finally!!! Bryce received them from Uncle Greg and Aunt Kellie for her Birthday. I couldn't wait for her to wear them, but they were just too long. I have tried them on so many times and even thought of shorting them. But Grandma Ginny said that it would ruin the lines. So we hung them in the closet till today.

She looks so cute, even with that runny nose and scab on her head.

A Perfect Place

Bryce is still sick, poor little love. But, we had to vacate the house today because someone was coming to look at it. So Bryce and I went to the car wash and then off to Papa Jack's and Grandma Ginny's to water. Bryce did a great job helping me water as well as making a mess with all the toys. That is what little one's are for.

When we arrived home, Alan was home and Bryce was so excited. She had missed her naps and so I told her to go get cozy with Daddy. Well, she did. I don't think that it took 5 minutes and she was out.

I know for a fact, there is no other place that feels better, than safe in your Daddy's arms. Good Job, Alan.

My Daddy and Me!!! So Precious!

One funny thing that Bryce has done lately is learn "no no". I told her I was going to watch the news for a few minutes and I wanted her to watch with me. She said "no no". Then Alan asked if she wanted to watch football, she said "no no". We have been trying a few cartoons lately ( I don't know why) with Bryce and well if we don't get the right one, "no no". It is so funny.

New Words: No no, Hickory Dickory Dock, Scooby Doo, Soup, Toast, Stinky, Dirty and so many more. The way that she says them with her little voice is so precious. I love that we are moving into this new phase. Each one is more amazing than the one before. Each new phase is a treasure that I have only dreamed of and I am beyond Thankful for.

Boo Boo and a cold

Early last night, Bryce did a very nice face plant on the driveway. Poor little love has a cut lip, skinned knees and a skinned forehead. But I still think that she is the cutest ever.

I had a feeling yesterday that Bryce was getting sick and well I was right. We are battling another cold/flu. The only nap that she would take today was propped up on my chest. I have to admit I loved it, because that was 2 great hours holding, my fast growing little one. We have to get her better very quickly because, we are going to see Momma and Papa at Bass Lake this weekend. We miss them.

There is something about a warm bath before bed that always seems to make you feel a little better. Bryce was very funny in the tub tonight, she is becoming fearless of the water. She lays her head all the way till it hits the bottom of the tub and laughs. Silly girl.