Lila Grace vs. Mommy

My way




Her way

Ahh, A Family Unit for a Day

The five of us headed out on a beautiful sunny day this weekend. We decided to visit Springton Manor farm which is a quiet but large farm. The fewer people the better in my book. Some how Adeline smelled animal in the air because the moment I unbuckled her she was yelling, "No, no no." Other parents were quite perplexed because most children take one look at the place and see that there is endless space to run and explore. Adeline sees, tall and wiggly grass, animals that move outside of her control, and a whole host of activities that her mommy and daddy are sure to subject her to. Thus, Adeline embedded her fingers into Alex's back for the first thirty minutes while Savannah and Lila played like inseparable sisters. Luckily, Alex and I were both there so Adeline could have some quiet, warm up time with a parent. Most would think this takes a couple of minutes, with Adeline it is a very long process. But it is a process that ultimately results in the desired outcome so it is well worth the patience. Eventually, Adeline was asking to see the animals, poking her fingers in the bunny cage and (blowing me over here) feeding goats and sheep!!

Here are some pictures of the girls stamping their animal books, exploring the grounds and enjoying all the farm had to offer. It was such a fantastic day and on top of it, I was able to get some great fall pictures that I posted previously. What more could a parent ask for?
Here is a clip of the girls feeding the goats. Turn up your volume and you will hear Adeline telling me that the goat is funny. I was really surprised that she didn't melt down when the goat jumps up. It is proof she is getting better in the sensory department.

Jumping

Somebody found her legs!! Adeline has been a jumping queen lately. Tonight, she told us that she was going to, "jump fire." Once up on the hearth she requested a hand. After bribing with M and M's Adeline took her first solo jump off of the hearth. She was pretty proud of herself.

Here is a video of her jumping once she figured out she could do it on her own. It is pretty dark and quiet. Turn up your volume if you want to hear her cute commentary.

Phone in Her Room

In the middle of Savannah's playdate with her BFF Jillian, Savannah comes down stairs to tell me she has put a phone in her room.

"Mommy do you remember when you told me to call 911 if there is a fire?" (Don't remember this being high on the list because I am pretty sure my advice was get out, get out, get out.)

"Well Mommy, if the fire is right outside my door, I need a phone in my room so I can call 911."

She is always thinking. I, on the other hand, will lose sleep tonight. Fires are my biggest fear and thinking of my child trapped in her room is unimaginable. I just wonder what prompts these thoughts in Savannah's head.

Big Sister???

Today while trying to get some of these posts up on our blog, Adeline and Lila were playing around in the office. I asked Adeline if she had pooped and she said, "No way." Then Lila chimed in. . .

L: Mommy, change Adeline

M: Did she poop?

L: Yes, it's stinky.

M: Adeline, we need to change your diaper (still working on the computer and pretty unenthusiastic).

L: No, Mommy, I do.

M: You do what?

L: I change Adeline.

M: Okay, you can help if you go get the wipes.

L: O-tay Mommy.

I head to get a diaper while Lila already has the wipes in her hand. I lay Adeline down and Lila tries to get in the diaper changing position.

L: No Mommy, I change Adeline.

M: You will get yucky. Just wait.

Pull down diaper.

L: Ewwwww stinky.

Adeline: Yuck!

I wipe and Lila takes a wipe and gets right in there. Don't know what this says about her but I am assuming that she thinks she is the big sister. Hmmm, maybe I could have her change Adeline's diapers for me. . .

Miss Grace

Lila Grace and I were able to enjoy a night to ourselves in Philly. It was the first time I had Lila by herself over night. We had a great time. She was so sweet and loving in the morning. We went to breakfast at the hotel. She was such a big girl sitting nicely and eating while I was running around getting my food and waffle cooked. Lila greeted many of the people with her beautiful smile and sparkly eyes.

Later that morning, we took a walk down Chestnut and Walnut streets. Miss Grace would tell me not to stop at the street corner, "Go, Mommy Go." As we walked down the sidewalk, Lila was signing at the top of her lungs for at least 15 minutes. She got many looks, most were pleasant.

I am including a pumpkin she painted. This wasn't done on our trip but worth reporting. I drew a pumpkin and Lila carefully painted it in with no help. Almost perfect! I then asked her what shapes she wanted the eyes and nose and cut them out for her. She glued them on by herself.

In addition to painting, Lila has enjoyed some quality fairy time. Aunt Amy and Morgan made these skirts and wands for the girls. Right down Lila's alley.