Another Video :)

Here is another cute video that I promised. It is so much easier to post a video of Harper than trying to explain her awesomeness! She has really been working on her vocabulary this past week. Proof at the end of the video! Sorry about the blurriness - someone (AKA - Harper!) got ahold of my junky camera and smudged up the lens.

Isn't that one of the cutest things you've seen?!?!?! She is such a good mommy to her babies! And she knows how to say her name!!!!! Yay!

Growing Up!

Here is a little video of Harper. She is getting so big SO FAST! It's hard to believe that she's almost closer to being two than being one. Very exciting! I have another video or two to post soon. It seems like she's learned so much just last week alone. It is so much fun in this house!

Another School Update

I guess it's time for another school update. After 5 weeks of class, everything is still going well. I really enjoy class and my clinical experiences. After 4 tests, my grade is a B, with an 88%. (92% for an A) So far my grade is only based on tests, with my lowest test grade an 86% and my highest is a 96%. I'm not saying class is easy, I just put in the time needed to earn such grades. As far as clinicals go - I got one of my biggest fears out of the way yesterday- I catheterized a male...twice! I also gave an injection - those are easy peasy now- my pulse didn't even fluctuate :) Last year injections were my fear; it's fascinating how quickly we grow and advance.

A few weeks ago we had a test over pediatric nursing care. Here is my little love bug helping me practice a 'mummy wrap.' She loved it! Now only if she would let me listen to her lungs and other such things.

I hope you all have a fabulous weekend! Guess what I'll be doing? You guessed it - studying!

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Incredible Gyro Bowl

I saw an infomercial for a Gyro Bowl on TV yesterday. I'm in love! We definitely need a few of these in this household!

Aren't they cool?!?!?!?!?!?

Happy Valentine's Day!

Happy Valentine's Day everyone! I got to spend the entire afternoon with my two favorite people, so I can't ask for much more! Adam even made supper and it was delicious! Salmon and mashed potatoes. Harper even ate an entire salmon fillet by herself!

I posted on facebook today that I 'hate' V-day - and I kind of do. And here's why: Adam and I have agreed not to get each other gifts for any holiday/occasion, it's been this way for the past few years. However, I secretly wish that Adam would still surprise me with something thoughtful. Thoughtful as in, he couldn't wait until the day of to get it. I don't know what that would be - NOT flowers or NOT jewelry. Just something that requires thought. He did get me two cards, one from him and one from Harper. And he bought me my favorite pop and a pedometer. I don't know -I guess I'm just being difficult. I know money can't buy love. We still managed to have a great day together and I am very thankful for having such a great husband!

I am also very thankful to receive Eskimo kisses from this little girl!

So, I tired to get a cute picture of Harper. This is the result..... she looks SUPER annoyed!

She would have much rather been doing this!

To see what my lil Valentine looked like last year, click HERE!

17 Months

Weight: 23.8 lbs (-0.8 lbs)

Clothing Size: 18 months

Diaper Size: 3

Teeth: ALL of her teeth are in for her age - including the 4 molars :) We're sleeping well in this house again

Speech: Harper is a jabber box! She has learned a few new signs this month: ouch, book, and cat. She calls us by mama and daddy now :) I never get tired of her calling me mama :) Her new words for the month are: elbow (bo-bo), bubble (bubba), Kaitlyn (Kay-Kay), apple (aaa-pah), and of course duckie!

Eating: Harper's obsession this month for breakfast has been buttered toast. She eats TWO pieces every morning! She also enjoys scrambled eggs and oatmeal for breakfast. Harper has also been obsessed with canned peaches, canned oranges, and deli shaved chicken breast. She's an excellent eater and eats almost everything we eat. She stills drinks diluted apple juice, 2% milk, and water.

Sleeping: Sleeping is much better again now that she is done teething. Harper usually goes to bed sometime b/w 8 and 9 and usually sleeps until 7ish. Sometimes earlier, sometimes later. She still takes a morning nap and an afternoon nap - each 1.5 - 2 hrs. She hasn't attempted to crawl out of her crib yet, so until then she'll remain sleeping in her crib.

Favorite Toy: back to Baby Elmo and accessories :)

Favorite Activity: wrestling with daddy, reading books, feeding her babies, and playing hide and seek

New Things:

• walks down the steps (gives mom heart palpitations)
• LOVES helping us - puts away dishes, throws items in trash, puts dirty clothes in hamper
• becoming more cuddly
• LOVES LOVES LOVES daycare!
• takes own pants off
• points to elbow, knees and fingers

She is growing so fast! She has a great personality - happy, funny, and sweet. She obeys the rules, helps us pick up the house, and gives the best hugs :) We never expected to laugh so much - she is such a silly girl! She is very active and rarely slows down, unless of course she is feeding a baby or reading a book. She keeps us on our toes, that is for sure! It's hard to believe that she'll be 1 1/2 next month!!!!!

Baby It's Cold Outside

BRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!!!!!!!!

No wonder Harper thinks she needs to wear a scarf inside!

Good News: It supposed to be in the 40's this weekend!

You Know You're From Iowa When...

...you get excited when you see a high of 37 degrees in the forecast!

I seriously got excited when I saw the forecast for next weekend: a high of 31 on Friday, 34 on Saturday, and 37 on Sunday! Whoo-hoo!!!!!

We are SO ready for Spring in this household!

It's nice that the days have been getting longer again - it'll be even better next month when Daylight Savings rolls around.

I can't wait until we can play outside again, go for walks, play at the park, and grill out!

Does anyone else have a bad case of SPRING FEVER?!?!

Wanted:

<------- This toy box! Harper's toys and books are running out of room in her little baskets. We've gone 16 months with out a toy box and I think it's finally time to get one. I really like this toy box for two reasons. 1. The book shelf. 2. The lid slides up and in, so it's not in the way. I'm trying to decide if I should wait it out and hopefully find one at a garage sale this summer, but I think the chances are slim to none. So I think I'm going to buy one with Harper's birthday and Christmas money that we have saved in her piggy bank. Is that mean? Making her 'buy' her own toy box?