Solo Swimming Lessons

Lilia is taking swimming lessons. She loves the water. Her good friend Abby is in her class. This is the beginning of week two of class. I don't get in the water, yeah! Elayna and I watch across the pool behind the glass. Okay, I try and watch Lilia but mostly keep Elayna safe from the stairs and exiting out the doors. Abby's Nana and I get to talk and catch up. We reward them and take them to the park after swimming.

Playing Outside and Clover

Elayna found the clover in our yard and tried to pick a few flowers. Lilia kicked the ball and ran around. She slowed down for me to get a quick picture of her.

Daddy Reading to the Princesses

The princesses love reading stories and especially if daddy is reading to them.

Talking on the Phone

Lilia is talking to Uncle Josh. Before she got on the phone we were singing, she turned to me and said, "just a minute" and held up her pointer finger. While on the phone,Lilia said, "Shh, I talking to Josh" because daddy was clapping loudly. She is so funny and is able to carry a conversation. Oops, Lilia hung up on Josh. We called him back. She loves talking to Josh.

Talking on the Phone

Lilia is talking to Uncle Josh. Before she got on the phone we were singing, she turned to me and said, "just a minute" and held up her pointer finger. While on the phone,Lilia said, "Shh, I talking to Josh" because daddy was clapping loudly. She is so funny and is able to carry a conversation. Oops, Lilia hung up on Josh. We called him back. She loves talking to Josh.

Elayna's Favorite Toy

Elayna loves playing with this stacking toy. She was up last night for a couple of hours talking and playing. We snuggled and she tried not to go back to sleep. She did give up and sleep. Her favorite cookies are my "fiber pellets". They are a breakfast cookie and taste yummy! Did you notice her upper lip? She took a fall at Lilia's swimming lessons on Wednesday and hit her lip on the floor. Love this little girl!

Elayna's Breakfast Faces

These were the faces Elayna made during breakfast.  She is a happy little girl. She makes us laugh and smile. She loves eating breakfast...eggs and pancakes!

Our Morning

I caught them reading together! Elayna loves her sister and wants to be just like her. Lilia loves her too and is learning to share and help Elayna.  We went out to eat for lunch today with friends. On the way home I asked Lilia something and when I looked all I saw was the balloon, I looked behind the balloon and she was asleep. Elayna was tired but does not sleep in the car at all, only her bed. I love my girls.

Shrimp for Dinner

I made shrimp and rice for dinner. Elayna loved it, Lilia ate only rice and daddy loved it. We started without daddy and I sent him a picture to entice him to come home. He loves shrimp.

I am NOT Happy!

Elayna woke from her nap early. She is not happy. Hugs, kisses, drink, none of those things made her happy. I think she is cute even with her sad faces.

Wednesday at the Park

We went to the park before lunch time. The girls had a great time. I showed Lilia how to climb the rock wall. She actual loved it and wanted to climb more but I needed to chase Elayna. Elayna was everywhere and had a great time. I think she likes the mulch.

My Little Girls

I meant to send this some time ago. We love music!!

And one more!!

I just had to add one more picture to the bunch.

My girls at play!

My girls love to play. They are always having a good time together. Lanie loves to sit in the rocking chair. Sometimes mommy has to put her in the sink to do her hair since she is always on the run. I love my girls!  

Tuesday at the Park

We had our naps and headed to the park. We spent the first 30 minutes or so on the swings. Lilia had a great time playing with friends, the older boys in the creek. She fell in a few times and got mud all over. She had a great time. The great part was she did not mind the dirt till it was time to go home.

Brownie Roll-Ups

I can not wait to make these and dairy free. I have left over frosting that needs to be used up.

http://cookiesandcups.com/brownie-roll-ups

Lilia's Quotes

Lilia has been saying fun things, well to us they are funny.

"I want a bam bam!"
Translation: I need a band aid.

"My eyes are dripping". She says this when she is crying. She even gets more upset about her "dripping" eyes and then wipes her tears on your shirt.

I will tell Lilia to brush her teeth. She likes to put her own tooth paste on her brush. She will say, "I almost forgot!" It is the fact that she is excited and happy when she says it. She says this when I reminder to do other things. I usually get a hug as well.

At her birthday party, near the end she had a conversation with Aunt Annie. It went something like this:
Lilia: Annie, Grandpa is your daddy?
Annie: Grandpa is my daddy.
Lilia: Popie is daddy?
Annie: Yes, Poppie is my daddy.
Lilia: That old man your daddy?

I forget a lot of things she says but try and write them down.

Elayna is 14 months

Elayna you are amazing. You are always smiling and showing me all your teeth. You are running fast now and run not walk everywhere. You try to keep up with Lilia. You are starting to say "mama". You love to sir in my lap, hug my legs and give me a smile. Books, stacking cups, stuffed animals and real dogs are your favorite toys. You have a high pitched scream that you use when you are upset. We are trying to teach you other ways to communicate. You love your Eeyore and flannel blanket. We love you Elayna!  

Lilia is 3 years old, 36 months

Lilia is three. I will post pictures soon of her birthday party. We love Lilia so much. She is growing up fast. Her vocabulary is amazing. She talks on the phone with family. She dances and sings for us every day. She loves to swim and go to the park. I would say her favorite food is fries and hot dogs. She is wearing 3T and 4T clothing, size 8 shoes with room to grow. Lilia helps me make cookies, brownies and cupcakes.  She loves treats (candy). We are so blessed and love our Lilia.