Thankful Thursday...

What's a Mommy to be thankful for on this "Thankful Thursday"? VANILLA EXTRACT!!!! Yep, you heard me! I never knew this, but Pure Vanilla Extract is good for teething babies. I have been at my wits end... sleep deprived and so worried about my little peanut. I was discussing it with my co-worker Teresa and she recommended using it! She said it worked for all her babies... and y'all know me, I'm up for anything!I have had so many folks tell me to rub bourbon on her gums (yes, bourbon!) I couldn't bring myself to do that... I can do Vanilla Extract though. Just a little on your finger and then rub on the gums... and POOF, no more teething pain! Babies don't mind the taste either. Lilli was resistant at first, but doesn't mind at all now! She opens her mouth like a baby bird!
Praise God, Lilli has slept straight through the last two nights!! :o) Woooo-hoooo! So... this "Thankful Thursday" I am thankful for Vanilla Extract. Am I crazy?I took these pictures & video of Lilli in the tub a two nights ago...

Have a beautiful Thankful Thursday!
His,
Jen

Wordless Wednesday... my little rosebud!

Love & blessings to all...
His,
Jen

Ni Hao Y'all

In following our journey, most of you know that "Ni Hao" means "Hello" in Mandarin. My friend Shelley has two adorable daughters from China... Aly and Lili. Aly was sporting one in a photo on Shelley's blog http://www.wildnoodles.blogspot.com/ several post ago. Well, y'all know me, Lilli just HAD to have one... Thanks for the link Shelley!
Everyone that knows me, knows that I use the term "y'all'' loosely. It naturally slips from my lips, as well as my fingers as I type... so it made the t-shirt even funnier to me!

Lilli LOVES it! I ordered her a 2-T, but as you can see, Lillibug is already filling it out nicely... I may need to order her a 3-T for the Spring.

Danny & Lilli had a great time playing hide-n-seek last night... Although, I don't remember Lilli ever hiding, just seeking.

They had such a great time playing, while Mommy was folding clothes... my apologies for the clothes piled up in the background. My house is normally fairly tidy, but I couldn't resist grabbing the camera to video a portion of their playtime!

Zai Jian Y'all... Bye Y'all! Hope everyone has a blessed day.

His,

Jen

OH MY... What a night!!!

Okay, humor me please! This isn't going to be a Lilli post, but she'll be back tomorrow... I PROMISE!

Thanks to some wonderful friends who gave us concert tickets... Danny & I had the thrill (BIG THRILL!) of seeing Michael Buble' on Friday night! Y'all, I listen to his CD almost every evening while cooking dinner. I can't begin to tell you how excited I was to be in the audience!! He is a musical genius!!Because the concert was in Raleigh, we knew it was going to be a later night than usual, so my parents took care of Lilli for us! Just for the record... Lilli likes his music too, but the concert was a little past her bedtime! :o)

Danny and I had a wonderful time!!! The seats were great... the music was excellent... the evening was fabulous!!!

The band that opened for him was a group called "Naturally 7".They are an acappella group, but they make all their instrumental music within their vocals... give them a listen (Pause the music at the bottom of the blog) They are an extremely gifted group & will be featured on Buble's next cd:

Then came Michael Buble'... Awesome, awesome Michael Buble'!! I don't think I need to tell you that I love this guy!! Enjoy...

Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend too...

Love and ((HUGS))!

His,

Jen

Film Strip Friday!

Have a blessed weekend y'all!

His,

Jen

Thankful Thursday!

Today, I am thankful for Lilli's Teachers & Falling Creek Daycare. As a Mother, I cannot begin to adequately tell you how wonderful it is to know your child is in good, capable, loving hands everyday. Danny & I are a two income family, therefore I need to work. Obviously, my first choice would be to stay at home with Lilli, but I have honestly found the next best thing with Lilli's daycare!! When I drop Lilli off in the morning before heading to work, I always have such a peace of mind! Lilli's teachers love her and let me tell you, the feeling is mutual! When I ask Lilli in the morning if she's "ready" to go to school, my little munchkin squeals, bouncing up and down with delight! She loves it there... she loves being with her friends... and really loves her teachers!
Every morning when we arrive, Mrs. Nancy, the owner, is normally sitting in the same spot, waiting on the children to arrive, greeting each one. Lilli looks forward to waving and blowing Mrs. Nancy kisses everyday. As we approach the building, before I even open the door... Lilli already has her hand extended out and beginning to wave!! It's so cute!

Ms. Barbara

Ms. Shonna Ms. CelenaMs. WindyForever In Your Heart
Although you're not their mother

You care for them each day.

You cuddle, sing and read to them

And watch them as they play

You see each new accomplishment

You help them grow and learn,

You understand their language,

You listen with concern

They come to you for comfort,

And you kiss away their tears.

They proudly show their work to you

You give the loudest cheers!

No, you are not their mothers,

But your role is just as strong.

You nurture them and keep them safe

Though maybe not for long-

You know someday the time may come

When you will have to part,

But you know each child you cared for

Is forever in your heart!

~Author unknown

I tried to get pictures of all of Lilli's teachers, but unfortunately, I am missing a photo of Ms. Jennifer! Mrs. Nancy, the owner of Lilli's daycare, is a little camera shy... so I don't have her picture either.

Hugs to each of you!

Have a wonderful Thursday... What are you "thankful" for today?

His,

Jen

Wordless Wednesday!

Love and blessings to all...
His,
Jen