We celebrated Father's Day by joining the throngs of people at Carowinds. It was a beautiful day to hit some rides, and then the water park. We enjoyed soft pretzels, yummy funnel cake & some R&R.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Father's Day 2009
We celebrated Father's Day by joining the throngs of people at Carowinds. It was a beautiful day to hit some rides, and then the water park. We enjoyed soft pretzels, yummy funnel cake & some R&R.
Friday, June 12, 2009
Claire Elise turns 2!
June 11th was Elise's 2nd birthday. We had a pool party & it was a blast!
We basically had the pool to ourselves, since we were there on a Thursday morning. When Elise woke up, we told her it was her birthday & she said, "Party, 2" - and then she got to open a small present - some new pool noodles to go along to the party.
We were blessed to use the pool & sunroom at one of the apartment complexes where my dad works - it really was the perfect setting for swimming, having snacks, pizza, and then cake & ice cream.
I had been asking Elise what kind of cake she would like for her birthday - an ice cream cake or filled cake - and each time, she promptly replied, "fill cake". So, we ventured over to Costco to order it the day before her birthday, but she couldn't understand why we weren't putting it in the cart...note to self, next time, don't mention that we're going to get her birthday cake when we're only going to order it.
Sweet tarts! Lots of sugar, chocolate & fun!
Michelle & Kaylie
Chrissie & Ali
Mindi & Samuel
Make a wish! Thank you so much friends, for helping us to celebrate Elise's 2nd birthday. It was beautiful weather, and she had so much fun. We left the pool around 2pm - way past her bedtime, but once we got home there was a package at the front door & so we opened it. She didn't take a nap that whole afternoon, but played and played with her new gifts. I guess that's what birthday's are all about. It's hard to believe that she's already turned 2 - these past couple of years have flown by, but what a joy Elise has been to John and I. We love you & we're so thankful God blessed us with you. We love watching you grow & learn more each week. Happy 2nd birthday, Claire Elise!
We basically had the pool to ourselves, since we were there on a Thursday morning. When Elise woke up, we told her it was her birthday & she said, "Party, 2" - and then she got to open a small present - some new pool noodles to go along to the party.
We were blessed to use the pool & sunroom at one of the apartment complexes where my dad works - it really was the perfect setting for swimming, having snacks, pizza, and then cake & ice cream.
I had been asking Elise what kind of cake she would like for her birthday - an ice cream cake or filled cake - and each time, she promptly replied, "fill cake". So, we ventured over to Costco to order it the day before her birthday, but she couldn't understand why we weren't putting it in the cart...note to self, next time, don't mention that we're going to get her birthday cake when we're only going to order it.
Sweet tarts! Lots of sugar, chocolate & fun!
Michelle & Kaylie
Chrissie & Ali
Mindi & Samuel
Make a wish! Thank you so much friends, for helping us to celebrate Elise's 2nd birthday. It was beautiful weather, and she had so much fun. We left the pool around 2pm - way past her bedtime, but once we got home there was a package at the front door & so we opened it. She didn't take a nap that whole afternoon, but played and played with her new gifts. I guess that's what birthday's are all about. It's hard to believe that she's already turned 2 - these past couple of years have flown by, but what a joy Elise has been to John and I. We love you & we're so thankful God blessed us with you. We love watching you grow & learn more each week. Happy 2nd birthday, Claire Elise!
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Momentus Moments
June 8th was a big day at our house. First, Elise made it the first whole day in her life to use the potty without any accidents. We are officially diaper-free at our house as of the first weekend in June - there's no going back. Second, we converted her crib into a toddler bed, so that she can easily go to the potty when the need arises.
She got up a few times during the night - mostly because she now could - and wanted to come to our bed, but after using the potty & walking her back to her room & tucking her in, she settled in & slept well.
Momentus Moments. I'm sure there will be many more to come...this is only the tip of the iceberg.
Monday, June 8, 2009
Boating Fun!
On Saturday, we were invited to join Walker's on their boat. What a fun day! Mom, Dad & Curt joined us as well. Curt, John & Chad worked their magic on the wakeboard & Dad & I were smart to use regular skis. After pulling around the lake a few times, we headed over to the Lake Wylie sand dune to swim, relax & have some snacks.
Elise & Kaylie have the same suit in different colors - pretty cute!
The girls were very concerned that everyone who was being pulled was "OK"
Noodles!~
This is how we all felt by the end of the afternoon - pretty pooped!
Elise & Kaylie have the same suit in different colors - pretty cute!
The girls were very concerned that everyone who was being pulled was "OK"
Noodles!~
This is how we all felt by the end of the afternoon - pretty pooped!
Monday, June 1, 2009
Happy Birthday, John!
John celebrated his 35th birthday on May 30th! Do you remember the show, "30-Something"? My girlfriend, Chrissie & I were discussing that we can't believe we're those 30-something people now....and John has definitely reached his mid-30's. We still feel young, and I guess that's what is important.
Elise was so excited about the DQ ice cream cake and she kept telling us it is her "favit."
Can you catch the excitement for this cake?
We had a relaxing weekend celebrating John's birthday. We hung up the hammock that we bought on our honeymoon in Mexico back in 1999 - and the silk is still as soft & beautiful as ever. Elise is enjoying this new "swing". We also spent an afternoon at Carowinds amusement park & enjoyed the lazy river, wave pool & funnel cakes. There's not much better than warm sun, water & fried batter...yum!
Playing with play dough is one of Elise's favorite "toys". Of course, she needs constant supervision, because I really don't want the colors all mashed together, so we carefully chose which color to cut out and play with, and then move on to the next one. I can usually tell that she's nearing the end when we're switching colors every 30 seconds....
Elise was so excited about the DQ ice cream cake and she kept telling us it is her "favit."
Can you catch the excitement for this cake?
We had a relaxing weekend celebrating John's birthday. We hung up the hammock that we bought on our honeymoon in Mexico back in 1999 - and the silk is still as soft & beautiful as ever. Elise is enjoying this new "swing". We also spent an afternoon at Carowinds amusement park & enjoyed the lazy river, wave pool & funnel cakes. There's not much better than warm sun, water & fried batter...yum!
Playing with play dough is one of Elise's favorite "toys". Of course, she needs constant supervision, because I really don't want the colors all mashed together, so we carefully chose which color to cut out and play with, and then move on to the next one. I can usually tell that she's nearing the end when we're switching colors every 30 seconds....
Monday, May 25, 2009
Memorial Weekend 2009
We had a relaxing Memorial Weekend at home this year. We've discovered a little pond in the next neighborhood with ducks, ducklings & turtles. We counted 15 turtles who showed up to grab a snack. Elise loves to feed them & it was fun for us, too!
Maggie enjoyed going for a walk with us - but it was almost easier for me to put her in the wagon & just pull them along....too funny.
This clip also shows an evening around our table. I had to laugh, Elise is chatting up a storm & tries to repeat all the words we say lately - however, "blueberries" is one she's still working on...see the clip. Oh, it also includes the much beloved "Zebra Song"
Maggie enjoyed going for a walk with us - but it was almost easier for me to put her in the wagon & just pull them along....too funny.This clip also shows an evening around our table. I had to laugh, Elise is chatting up a storm & tries to repeat all the words we say lately - however, "blueberries" is one she's still working on...see the clip. Oh, it also includes the much beloved "Zebra Song"
Friday, May 22, 2009
We've had a full week here at the Brandenburg home! Last week we took Elise to the Pediatric dentist to have a regular check up for her front tooth that she chipped this Fall. Thank goodness we went in to have it checked, because the tooth had abscessed. I had noticed that she wasn't feeling well, but when they're so little, it's hard to know if it was just a cold. We got her on Penicillin & ibuprofen to keep her comfortable. Then, after a few visits for 2nd & 3rd opinions from pediatric dentists, we decided the best treatment was to just have the tooth pulled, or "wiggled." (This is what they call it at the office - very kid friendly).
She was such a trooper on Wednesday morning. She brought along her lion & I was able to go along with her for the whole treatment. We saw Dr. Savage here in Ballantyne, and he was great! It was a very quick process & he even made sure I was doing OK & was ready before he started.
After she was done, we got a brave patient award with a gift certificate for a free Jr. Frosty at Wendy's. Elise picked out a prize & then we got her Frosty & to the library to pick out some new books to read - of course, we even found one about Charley, Maisy & the Wobbly tooth - a great little book about visiting the dentist. She took a nap & it was amazing to see her when she woke up that afternoon. She was so happy, playful & really back to herself. I had no idea that she would feel better so soon.
Here's a big smile - after our visit to Dr. Savage. John and I feel like we have a different child. I think she had been feeling poorly for quite awhile, because she loves to play, her attention span is better, and she's more interested in eating.
We told her that she needed to save the tooth for the tooth fairy, and after she woke up, there would be some money waiting for her. Of course, she wanted the money right away to put in her piggy bank, but after some coaxing, she fell asleep with her tooth fairy bear & the tooth tucked neatly in the little pocket.
Here's a quick clip of her finding what the tooth fairy left for her.
She was such a trooper on Wednesday morning. She brought along her lion & I was able to go along with her for the whole treatment. We saw Dr. Savage here in Ballantyne, and he was great! It was a very quick process & he even made sure I was doing OK & was ready before he started.
After she was done, we got a brave patient award with a gift certificate for a free Jr. Frosty at Wendy's. Elise picked out a prize & then we got her Frosty & to the library to pick out some new books to read - of course, we even found one about Charley, Maisy & the Wobbly tooth - a great little book about visiting the dentist. She took a nap & it was amazing to see her when she woke up that afternoon. She was so happy, playful & really back to herself. I had no idea that she would feel better so soon.
Here's a big smile - after our visit to Dr. Savage. John and I feel like we have a different child. I think she had been feeling poorly for quite awhile, because she loves to play, her attention span is better, and she's more interested in eating.
We told her that she needed to save the tooth for the tooth fairy, and after she woke up, there would be some money waiting for her. Of course, she wanted the money right away to put in her piggy bank, but after some coaxing, she fell asleep with her tooth fairy bear & the tooth tucked neatly in the little pocket.Here's a quick clip of her finding what the tooth fairy left for her.
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