Dream House

I've been spending (errr, wasting) a lot of time lately on design blogs, thinking of how I'd design my dream house. Although I'd love to have to an open floor plan, I can totally imagine having this exact kitchen in my house one day. I would love to have some good conversations with the ones I love over yummy food at this table...and I'd throw in an island at the other end of this kitchen with barstools that then opened into the dining room and den. A girl can dream, right?!!!

Studio Space on Flickr - Photo Sharing!

Studio Space on Flickr - Photo Sharing!

I'm drooling over this room; 1 please....

Carillon Beach 2009

Hey everyone! We've been back from the beach for a couple of weeks now, but I've been too busy to get this up! We had the best time, Maddie just loved the beach. The water was crystal clear, there had been a tropical storm there the week before and it washed all the seaweed away and calmed the water. We were able to save some money by going to the grocery store and cooking most of our meals, it was so nice to come home from the beach and not have to think about getting ready to go out for dinner. My mom was a huge help while we were there, I think she really enjoyed having some time with Maddie. We had a screened in porch on our house, it was heavenly. Especially since the bell tower would play every hour, sometimes even curch hymns. Please enjoy the pictures, I think I took around 400 while we were there, I definitely went a little crazy! These were all taken with my moms camera, so now I am in the market for a new camera, mine is very old and extremely tempermental!

I love this shot!!
He can make her laugh like no one else!Playing in the sand!
The meeting house-I want to renew my vows here some day

The Zoo

Maddie has been quite the zoo-going little girl these days! I went with some other moms and their little ones about a week ago, and we had such a wonderful time! I think I enjoyed it as much as not more than Maddie, it was so nice to be around other moms and let Maddie play with the girls, even though she was quite a bit older than them! I think she may have even taught Avery a few things in the car ride home (don't ask)! Sorry again Mary Beth!

Mary Beth and I with the girls on their first carosaul ride!

Today Bo and I took Maddie to the zoo, along with Abby, Daniel and Audra Grace. We had so much fun! We were only there for about 2 hours, but it was plenty of time. I think the girls really enjoyed it, I definitely feel like I got a better feel for the place this time.

Porcupine

Meerkats

Best Friends!!

Giraffes

Today while we were there, I was able to get a zoo membership. It wasn't that expensive, and they were able to deduct what we paid today from the total for the membership. I definitely feel like it will be worth it, I look forward to taking her quite a bit over the summer, even if it's only the two of us. I need something to do to fill our days!

Fabulousness

It's fabulous Friday time again at Simply Seleta! Not checked this out yet?? Well, she has gorgeous taste, a beautiful family, and just happens to live in one of my very favorite beach towns! I just love everything about her blog! Go check it out at http://www.simplyseleta.typepad.com!

Latest Adventures

A lot has been going on with our little girl lately! Her tubes are doing well, she seems to be hearing a lot better. We have noticed she is trying so hard to talk, and is saying new words every day. Before much longer, she may never be quiet again!

She met another supposed "milestone" when she cut her bangs...HERSELF!!! Yes, she did! I had placed the scissors on the counter, and was in the bathroom, when I went back in the kitchen, there was hair everywhere. I freaked out and honestly, my first thought was, can I glue it back?! I guess I was wishful thinking. Although, it was really not that bad, and I was glad it was just her bangs. I quickly called Bo, and he proceeded to call our sister in law, a hairdresser. She fit Maddie in that day, and tried her best to do damage control. It's been a few weeks now, and I will admit that it looks much better now, and at least now I can see her eyes!

Before~At the salon!

After!

Other than tubes and haircuts, it's been pretty quiet around here. My mom has been visiting for a few days, so we have enjoyed spending time with her. The weather is finally warming up, so that's been nice. I am ready for warmer weather, and have already switched my closet over to warm weather clothes in hopes of pushing it along!

Can you hear me now???

Madison turned two in December, and for a while now, we have been concerned with her ability to talk. We know she knows what she wants to say, and will often times talk, but she isn't often able to fully communicate what she needs.

So, when we went for her 2 year check up, I asked the doctor what he felt like would be the best course of action to try to remedy the problem. Well, long story short, today we went to see the ENT doctor. He checked her out, and said she has fluid behind her eardrums (we already knew this but it was nice to have it confirmed). Therefore, she is not able to hear as well as most children, and he compared it to her hearing us like we are talking underwater. Poor thing! So, next Tuesday, she will have tubes put in her ears. I am glad that we are finally able to move forward with all of this, and hope that she will begin to talk. Although, once she starts, she might never stop!