Momma (Fill in the blank)

Laine is a good person to remind you of all the things you need.

While getting ready this morning, Laine helped. "Momma shoes," was the first reminder. So, I put on my shoes. As I tried to leave the door, Laine pointed to the coat rack, "Momma jacket." Even though it was 70 degrees out (no need for a jacket) I grabbed it anyway and thanked her.

This evening, Laine mangled her peanut butter and jelly sandwich and said, "All done." She then pushed it over to me, "Momma eat."

Happy Easter

Laine came down the stairs this morning with her basket in hand. When she got close to the bottom, she saw the first egg. "Eeg!" she softly shouted as she picked it up and put it in her basket. She then turned and saw the next one. While running to it (there was no walking) she again said "Eeg!" From there it was, "Eeg, eeg, eeg, eeg," while running about. She needed help with most of the ones that were not hidden on the floor. I am using the term "hidden" loosely. With some verbal hints she got the rest.

After she was done, she brought her loot to the kitchen where she sat down and begain to investigate the contents. The Easter Bunny knows how health concious we are with our children (especially at the age they are now). Laine opened them one-by-one. Banana chips? Nope, put that egg aside. Sesame crackers? Nope, put that one aside. Jelly bean! Shove directly in mouth. Sesame crackers? Put it aside. Craisens? Eat two, put the rest aside. Jelly bean! Nom, nom, nom. Etc. There were four jelly beans in all and Laine didn't miss them.

We went to the Bacons for the afternoon where Laine had a backyard easter egg hunt. She had a blast.

And Trent? He was more than happy to bat around an egg or two. Also, he sat up without falling over once today! Yay!

Middle of the night posting

Hello neglected blog. There has been a flurry of activity here. I am writing this with no glasses on... so... cross your fingers. Also I am writing it in the middle of the night... so... better cross your fingers on both sets of your hands.

Trent hates eating soft food. I have been working on rice cereal ever since he was 5 months and he would spit it out. The doctor recommended starting with carrots or sweet potatoes. I have tried both of those (and apples too). Now I get a funny face while he spits it out. We've got daycare on it as well and Miss Betty is convinced that she will succeed. Apparently Trent is not the first baby Miss Betty has had to work with who refuses to eat.

Laine loves to play in the world of make believe. No, not Mr Roger's World of Make Believe, her own. She sits her two stuffed monkeys at the table and has them color. Yesterday she sat them on the potty and talked them through going pee. The little monkey gets fed lunch (and has to wear a bib). Friday night the big monkey had Laine's shoes on and we took him on a walk through the neighborhood. Laine obviously pushed the stroller.

The Easter Bunny is scheduled to arrive in the morning at some point. We fear that the cats will play with the eggs and hide them on us.

Trent is nearly almost sitting on his own. He just falls over from time to time.

Laine's words are clearer and she is doing a much better job of repeating back what you say. Oh, and she loves pointing out and saying zebra. A trip to the zoo may be in order.

For all the new moms out there...

Laine would like to show you how easy it is to pump at home. Just follow her step-by-step procedure and you will have milk for your little one in no time!

First, get all your equipment together.


Find a comfortable chair.


Ensure that your equipment is assembled correctly before beginning.


Be sure to stay hydrated while pumping.


This is how you pump your chest.


This is how you pump your belly button.


This is how you pump your knees.


And to ensure ultimate sucess, this is how you pump your sippy cup.


Now, who has questions?