Fun, Fun, Fun

October 16th, 2008 Melanie Posted in Hailey, Me, Rich 9 Comments »

Hailey’s description of our activities last weekend was, “Fun, fun, fun!” so it seemed like a good title for my post.  Last weekend there was a fall festival at a park nearby our house.

I think the only reason we bring the stroller most of the time is just to have a place to keep all of our stuff.  When I ask Hailey if she wants to ride in the stroller she says, “No thanks.  My is a big helper.  My push it.”

We went out to eat at a restaurant that had an outdoor area we could eat at and watch the boats going by.  Hailey was so good.  She colored quietly while we waited for our food.  Then she ate her food and watched the boats.  The last time Hailey was this good while we went out to eat was… well… never.

The carousel was having free rides, so we went on several times.  Rich’s plan was for each of us to take Hailey on 10 times- getting a total of 20 free rides, and “saving” him $20.  I think we each took her twice.

The next day there were several more activities going on, so we went back.

Hailey checking out the pumpkins.

Then she got to paint her pumpkin.  I ended up with a big green stripe of paint down the side of my face and in my hair, but it was fun anyways.

Posing with the pumpkins.

The carousel rides were still free and since we are a fan of free- we rode several more times.

Hailey and I walking and talking.

Looking at the lake.

We went on a hay ride while we were there too.  Afterwards Hailey wanted to see the horses.

Taking a break to enjoy some music.

Hailey dancing to the music.

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Hailey’s Birthday Pictures

October 13th, 2008 Melanie Posted in Celebrations, Hailey 17 Comments »

In case you haven’t read my last few posts, Hailey’s 2nd birthday was last week.  We went out of town to celebrate with our families since most of them live in the same town.  We just had a small family party to celebrate her birthday at a nearby park.  Here are some pictures from Hailey’s party.

Hailey with her Tinkerbell cake (cupcakes).

Blowing out her candle.

Playing on the playground.

Brooke and Hailey

Hailey with her cousins David and Dayna

David, Hailey, Brooke, Dayna and Joel

Hailey loves going on the slides.

Taking a little break.

Hailey loves the moon and she found that it was already out while we were at the park.  She had to point it out for everyone to see.

Hailey on her actual birthday, blowing out her candle again.

Hailey clapping as we sang Happy Birthday to her.

Once we got home Hailey had to open her presents from us.  Here she is standing next to one of her presents, some alphabet blocks.

Hailey had a wonderful 2nd birthday!  Thank you to everyone who was a part of her celebrations!

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Hailey is 2 Years Old

October 10th, 2008 Melanie Posted in Hailey, Monthly Updates 16 Comments »

Hailey with Tigger at 2 years old.  (Just so you know- Hailey is holding a bottle for one of her dolls, she does not use a bottle.)

And just for fun- here is Hailey last year at one year old.

Hailey had her 2 year check up on Thursday.  When we got there I noticed a bit of toothpaste on her chin from brushing her teeth after breakfast.  So, I licked my finger and cleaned off her chin (which I swore I would never do).  Hailey responded by saying, “That’s gucky Mommy.  Don’t eat me chin.”

Hailey did very well at her appointment and was very cooperative with her doctor.  She was also very patient as I had a list of things I wanted to talk to the doctor about and Hailey waited very quietly, looking at books while I talked to the doctor.  Hailey’s doctor is also very patient with me and always sits and talks to me and answers all of my questions.  She never acts like I’m annoying her or tries to rush our appointments.  She is wonderful with Hailey and I’m thankful that we found her for Hailey’s pediatrician.

Physically- Hailey weighed 29 1/2 pounds and is 34 1/2 inches tall.  She is in the 75 percentile for both.  She didn’t have to have any immunizations this time, although we did want her to have her flu shot.  She did great for her shot and didn’t even cry.  After her shot was over Hailey said, ”It wasn’t too bad.”

Developmentally- Hailey is still doing great.  She knows her colors and shapes and almost all of her letters.  Hailey can count from 1-11 and she talks in full sentences, using 7-9 words and carries on fun little conversations.  Her pediatrician said that she is doing fabulous and is developmentally advanced.

I’ll be posting pictures from Hailey’s 2nd birthday just as soon as I have some time to upload some more pictures.  Have a great weekend!

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Wordless Wednesday

October 8th, 2008 Melanie Posted in Hailey, Wordless Wednesday 18 Comments »

2006- Hailey’s actual birth day

2007- 1st birthday party

2008- 2nd birthday party

For more wordlessness stop by 5 Minutes for Mom.

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