Wednesday, August 18, 2010
BFF
There is something particularly special about two little three year old girlies that absolutely love each other. That's the case for our daughter, Bailey and her little friend, Ruby. First of all, how could you NOT love the name "Ruby". She's an absolute crack up and loves leading Bailey around in circles when they are together. The two of them together is like having a baby sitter. They can entertain one another for hours.
So, when Ruby's mama, my friend, Kara, suggested a photo shoot today at her family's ranch, I was all for it. And when she outfitted the girlies in little dancing dresses, cowgirl hats and matching t-shirts, we could hardly contain our own giggles. These girls LOVED dressing up and running around the ranch together, holding hands and looking for little kittens. Interestingly enough, the girls didn't like getting their pictures taken solo. They only wanted to do them together, which was fine by us. They made silly faces together, stuck out their tongues, and gave each other hugs and kisses. It was too cute!
So, the picture above is just one from the shoot today. Kara took over 500 total, so it will take some time to post the best of the collection, but I wanted to give you a teaser today. I love this picture. Can you imagine high school graduation, 15 years from now. They have a party together and this picture is hanging up. I hope they stay friends forever. I kind of like Kara too, just so you know. She's a fun gal to hang out with.
Monday, August 09, 2010
Our first walk of the day
Today, Bailey and I (and Sam) took three walks. I know, sort of overkill, right? Our first walk was a walk around the block. Bailey started off with her baby doll's stroller, and as soon as we took 10 steps up the first hill, she said, "Mama, I'm having a hard time. Can you carry the stroller for me?" So, on top of the stroller it went. We went to see the fishy pond we like to visit (a neighbor's front yard pond with HUGE carp in it), and then went on to pick flowers by the canal.
Our second walk was a walk with a mission. Armed with a $10 bill and proof of HOA payment, we set off to buy a key for the pool in our neighborhood. Little did I know that the key had been waiting there all summer for me to pick up AT NO CHARGE! So, $10 richer, we left with the key and great plans to swim after naptime. Bailey was a trooper and walked all the way there and back without complaint.
The third walk was TO THE POOL, which is just under 1/2 mile. Not bad for a 3 year old, I have to say. She was so excited to go that we made great time. We got to the pool (sorry, no pictures) and upon leaving, Bailey decided that she wanted to ride shotgun in the jogging stroller. Since Sam's legs didn't go past the actual seat, there was plenty of room for her to ride where her feet usually go. I really wish I would have gotten a picture of that, because I know it was darn cute. Anyway, she rode home the entire way. Pushing an extra 45 pounds up my hill was quite the workout. How do mom's go running with double strollers? Is their terrain flat or something?
Well, regardless, I loved each and every walk we went on today, and hope that there are many more days of multiple walks in our future. For the time being, I love being at home with my kids. Lord, please help me figure out a way for it to always be this way.
Our second walk was a walk with a mission. Armed with a $10 bill and proof of HOA payment, we set off to buy a key for the pool in our neighborhood. Little did I know that the key had been waiting there all summer for me to pick up AT NO CHARGE! So, $10 richer, we left with the key and great plans to swim after naptime. Bailey was a trooper and walked all the way there and back without complaint.
The third walk was TO THE POOL, which is just under 1/2 mile. Not bad for a 3 year old, I have to say. She was so excited to go that we made great time. We got to the pool (sorry, no pictures) and upon leaving, Bailey decided that she wanted to ride shotgun in the jogging stroller. Since Sam's legs didn't go past the actual seat, there was plenty of room for her to ride where her feet usually go. I really wish I would have gotten a picture of that, because I know it was darn cute. Anyway, she rode home the entire way. Pushing an extra 45 pounds up my hill was quite the workout. How do mom's go running with double strollers? Is their terrain flat or something?
Well, regardless, I loved each and every walk we went on today, and hope that there are many more days of multiple walks in our future. For the time being, I love being at home with my kids. Lord, please help me figure out a way for it to always be this way.
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