Sunday, July 21, 2013

Cheerios



As you know, I have been introducing new foods to our little bundle and boy has she surprised me with what she likes..lentils, black beans and broccoli???  Yup, it's true she actually likes those things.  I didn't even have to bribe her...she just ate them...that's my girl!

I have been one of those super-crazy moms about what I have been feeding her.  Yes, I am one of those nutty women who makes sure that whatever goes in my daughter's mouth is organic, has been allowed to graze in open pastures, is free of chemicals and dyes and is the most pure source of nutrition possible.  (I know, it's completely ridiculous!)  But, for some reason, this makes me feel like a good mom.  (Geez!)

So, you can only guess my reaction when my pediatrician suggested trying Cheerios for my new now hands-on eater.  What?  Cheerios?  Oh no...NOT my baby.  That is wayyyyy too processed for her precious little body.  Ridiculous...really, I know...I feel stupid just writing it.  Anyway, after some computer research...oh my gosh, get off my back, of course I researched this...I decided to wait.  Instead, I bought organic kamut puffs....yes I did and she likes them!

But, for some reason Cheerios just kept popping in my head.  I mean how many times have I seen a kid noshing on Cheerios with glee in his eyes?  More than I can count.  For crying out loud, I LOVED Cheerios when I was a kid.  So, I did it everyone...I bought Cheerios and not even the organic version they sell at Whole Foods.  Nope, 100% Cheerios and you know what...she LOVES them...just as I thought.

So here's to you Cheerios!  May you continue to bring joy into young little teething tots around the world!


Wednesday, July 3, 2013

Floating Bundle

The bundle can float!  That's right folks, the bundle is officially a little goldfish!  After much hesitation and contemplation, the husband and I finally agreed to introduce the bundle to the great world of swimming.

I know, some of you may be thinking, "wow, isn't she a little young for that?"  Don't think I haven't heard the judgement in your voices, but I am ignoring you.  Why?  Well, simply because I know my baby better than you.  Not to be rude or anything...it's just the truth. She absolutely loves bath time and water...so I went with my gut and enrolled her in a swim class.

"Are you serious?"  Yes, I am serious.  In fact, she had her first lesson yesterday.  I basically just tossed her in the pool and hoped for the best.  What!?????  Holy cow, you guys need to relax, I am just kidding.  Seriously though, it is a parent and baby class.  So, the parents are holding onto the babies the whole time while an instructor leads the little exercises.

We got there nice and early and I figured the experience could go down in two possible ways.  The first, more desirable way being that she loves it and can't get enough.  The second, less desirable way would be that she hates it and screams bloody murder until I remove her from the pool.  I crossed my fingers.

You're dying to know what happens, right?  Well, let's just say the bundle LOVED it!  Oh my, it was like she had been waiting her whole short life for the experience.  She floated, she kicked, she paddled and giggled.  It was a blast for both of us.  After a 30 minute power session, she was beat, and so was I.  Good thing bedtime was a few short hours away!

I am glad I took her and I have a feeling she was pretty happy about it too.  Here's to more swim sessions with my little goldfish!

While You Were Sleeping

Nope, I am not referring to the cute little Sandra Bullock movie...no indeed.  In fact, I am actually talking about what I managed to accomplish while my little bundle of joy was napping.  Yes, I said it, napping!  Yes, as a side note, the little bundle has sort of officially fallen into a nice little nap schedule!  Hooray!  Good job bundle!  So now I have a bout 2 hours each day to get some things done around the house.

For some reason, I was especially proud of what I accomplished the other day.  So, while the bundle was sleeping, here was what I managed to accomplish....in no certain order...because there is no such thing as order in my life anymore...I digress....I present the list!

1. Made cookie dough and baked off one batch of cookies.
2. Made most of dinner...including quinoa tabbouleh salad and marinated chicken breasts.
3. Did two loads of laundry (ok, some of this was accomplished when the bundle was awake, but give me some credit!).
4. Made the bed (yes, that is an accomplishment).
5. Cleaned the bathroom and tub (super accomplishment as this is the task I hate the most).
6. Did some jobby-job work...the kind I actually get paid for.


Whoo hoo!  Looking at that list makes me proud even today.  I will go ahead and pat myself on the back.  Here's to more accomplishments and bundle naps!