Get Out the Boo Boo Bunny

Tonight, Taylor learned the reason why Mama and Daddy are always saying "Don't touch that... it's hot!" 

I was making breakfast for dinner and had the griddle plugged in so it had time to warm up.  While I was talking to Brent on the phone, I turned around to throw a bag in the trash can and as I turned back around, I saw Taylor's arm stretching up to the top of the stove with his little fingers grasping out to grab anything they could.  It felt like I was watching everything in slow motion. 

He had barely placed the tip of his little, left middle finger on the edge of the griddle when I swooped him up and ran him over to the sink to run his finger under the faucet.  The shock and fear registered on his face immediately.  Tay had tears streaming down his face and looked absolutely pitiful.  I know touching that hot griddle hurt him, but I would venture to say that it hurt me much more.  There is nothing worse than seeing your baby in pain.  It tore my heart to pieces.

I'm happy to say that Taylor has made a full recovery thanks to the Boo Boo Bunny, smiley face pancakes, and lots of hugs and kisses from his Mama!

Tay's Two Year Check-up

Tay --

Today, we went to see Dr. Morgan for your two year check up.  After we checked in, we hung out in the waiting room until it was your turn.  There was one other little boy in there and you actually shared your Mater and a Mack truck with him.  I've got to say, Daddy and I were pleasantly surprised that there was no "sharing drama." 

When they called us back, they had you stand on the scale, so they could take your weight (24.4 pounds).  Then, they took your height (32 inches) and measured how big around your head is.  You are getting to be such a big boy!  I can still remember taking you for your first doctor's appointment.  You were so teeny tiny.  Daddy and I used to have to lay you on the little scale.

The nurse took us back to another room to ask Mama and Daddy some questions about how smart you are.  When she left, you found plenty of ways to occupy yourself until Dr. Morgan came back.  Daddy blew you up a "balloon" and you thought it was hilarious to wear one pink glove, while playing catch with Daddy.

When Dr. Morgan finally came in to check on you, you were still in a good mood.  She let you play with her stethoscope and little hammer.  After you were satisfied with checking all of us out, you let her look at your ears, eyes, and throat and poke around at a few other places.  Before she left, you squeezed Dr. Morgan's neck and gave her some kisses.

Although you didn't have to get any shots today, you did have to get your finger pricked and let me tell you, you weren't very happy about it buddy.  However, being able to pick out a lollipop on the way out, eased your pain a little bit.

We love you buddy!

Happy Fourth of July!

Today, is the Fourth of July.  It's a day that reminds me to be grateful that I live in a free country, thankful to the men and women who give their lives to protect our freedom, and a time to thank God for blessing America and ask that He continues to do so.  It is also a time that makes me think of family, food, and of course, fireworks.

Mom, Dad, Jessie, Patrick, Amanda, and Jeremy all came over to grill out for dinner.  We had sliders, grilled corn, pasta salad, sauteed peppers, and sweet potato fries.  For dessert, we ate watermelon and Jessie made an American flag fruit pizza.

We decided to go and catch the fireworks show in Loganville, but got there in time to only catch the tail end of it.  We weren't quite sure what Taylor would think, but it turned out that he loved them.  He kept jumping up and down and tapping his little toes saying, "Boom!  More booms!"  Hopefully, next year, we will get there in time to see all of the booms!

Happy 4th of July!

Lights. . . Camera. . . Action!

Today, we took Taylor to see his first movie in the movie theater. . . Cars 2.  We went to the AMC in Lawrenceville and decided to try to catch the earliest show they had, so that he would be in a good mood and not fall asleep.

When we first got there, the previews had already started, so I think it freaked him out a little bit to go into a big, dark room, with lots of noise and a huge "tv."  Once Brent came in with a bag of popcorn, Taylor was really liking the whole "movie theater experience."

Considering the movie was almost two hours, he did pretty good for his first time.  It was a movie the whole family could enjoy, but the real fun was getting to watch a movie "through his eyes." 

The best part of my day was just being able to hang out with my boys.

It's Party Time!

Yesterday, June 25, 2011, we had Taylor's 2nd birthday party.  Our closest friends and family all came to Mom and Dad's house to help us celebrate.  They have an incredible backyard that is full of shade, so we decided to have the party over there.  We set up a little bounce house and some games and toys out there for the kids to play with.  Dad set up a big white tent and we put tables and chairs under the shade of their big trees.  It turned out to be an absolutely beautiful day and the kids had fun "just being kids."

Nana came over to help set everything up and my sweet friend Lisa came over early to help me get the finishing touches on the cake.  Once the party got started, Brent manned the grill.  We had hot dogs, brats, and some deer burgers, along with some other sides and "fixins" like "Mack's Munchies," "Chick's Chinese Coleslaw," and "The Kings's Cowboy Caviar."  Mama mixed up some "Lightning McQueen strawberry lemonade slushies," so everyone could stay cool. 

When everyone had stuffed their bellies, it was time for cake.  We all sang "Happy Birthday" to Tay and he just looked at all of us with his little smirk and stuck his tongue out of the front of his mouth.  He was more concerned with sticking his finger in the icing and blowing out his candles.

We finished the afternoon opening up presents.  When Taylor was done, there was tissue paper, wrapping paper, and presents everywhere.  It looked like Christmas morning!  He got tons of toys, a new train, some cute clothes and lots of new characters from the Cars 2 movie.  One of his favorite things he got was an electronic racetrack.  He and Brent were up late last night racing Lightning McQueen against Francesco Bernoulli.

When it was time for Tay's friends to leave, he gave them a "Tow Mater Treat Bag" and some bubbles to say "thank you" for coming to his party.

When the party was over, Taylor found his way back outside and in front of a "sand box."  There were a couple of holes in the backyard that they made sure were filled with sand before the party, so no one would trip or fall and get hurt.  Tay thought it was his own miniature play area.  He had to get a total hose down before stepping foot back in Mimi and G-Daddy's house!

We feel so blessed to have so many wonderful friends and an amazing family.  It means so much to us to have them in our lives.  It was one very special day for one very special two year old!