Jingle Bell Girl

Lexi has really embraced everything that has to do with Christmas. In fact, several times a day she blurts out that she wants me to sing “Jingle All The Way.” She even sings the chorus while doing various activities. Unfortunately, like everything else she starts doing, I can’t seem to capture it on camera. I guess in 3 months I’ll have a video clip.

Santa, Santa, Ho - Ho - Ho

While at the mall getting some Christmas shopping done today, we saw that the line for Santa (at the Bass Pro Shop) was short. Although, we were not prepared, we decided to take a few photos anyway. You never know if/when we'll get another chance (because I am "taking it easy" as instructed by the hosptial). As you can see, Lexi was fine until she was cruely placed on Santa's lap. Let the fun times roll!

Hanging Out with Dad

One of the best things in life is having a child that loves to spend time with their dad, especially when you are pregnant and need a break. Lexi is all over her dad whenever he is here. She loves to help him clean out his truck, work in the garage, water the lawn, and cheer/yell while watching football. One of her favorite lines is, "I copy dadda." She certainly does.

Sick Girl

Last Saturday evening, Lexi started showing signs of a cold. We had gone to a birthday party for toddler twins and she didn't act quite like her rambunctious self (yes, we were spreading the germs). She also had a little runny nose. Sunday came with a few more signs, but it wasn’t until Monday that she clearly was not feeling well. She had laryngitis and was simply miserable.

Anyone who has been around a toddler knows that this brings a whole new personality, a crabby stubborn one. She has been whining, crying, and demanding things that she doesn’t even want. It has basically been a week that does not make for pleasant blogging. I guess reality shows are popular so I could have presented the interesting situations that way, but I have tried to keep her in a more restful state while I work on organizing and cleaning the house (a.k.a. nesting).

Hopefully, next week I will post pictures that do not include snot and other fun things. For heaven sake, there is the whole Thanksgiving thing to think about.

Down Time

Lexi woke up from her nap and wanted to play, so we had a little down time in our day.

Day on the Farm

Saturday, we took a little trip out to Dewberry Farm with our friends for fun and rural experiences. Ok, so mostly fun without any of the hardwork. We had a great day and will have to mark this event on our calendars for next year.

Trick-or-Treat Queen

Lexi became a real professional tonight even though it was her first time going trick-or-treating the normal American way (in a neighborhood). I think it only took one or two houses before she realized what wonderful things were in store, with a little help from her buddies (Avery & Camden). They all ran up to the houses anxiously waiting for more & more treats. It was hard to hold them back.

First Renaissance Festival

Lexi experienced her first Renaissance Festival yesterday. Given the fact that she loves being around people and seeing lots of activity, you can bet that she had a blast. She has also become extremely fascinated by princesses in the last month. It comes from a Disney Princess book we have. She was pointing out women and girls in princess and fairy costumes all over the place. She also pointed out the numerous "scary" costumes. There was plenty of interesting people around. Seeing the people dressed up was almost as fun as the festival itself. We all had a great time.

Pumpkin Carving

Enjoying the Cold Front

We finally got our first cold front on Monday. Unfortunately, it rolled in right in the middle of my morning walk with Lexi. One minute it was warm (mid 70s). Suddenly, the sky turned black and a cold wind whipped in. I had heard that it was going to be later and that rain was supposed to follow. I don't think I have walked that fast since I got pregnant. It took us about 20 minutes to get back to the house. About 5 blocks away, the rain hit. Lexi hid under the stroller's tarp, but I came back soaking wet.

While it was a miserable morning, Steve and I have been looking forward to this weather change for a while. I thought I was prepared. I had bought quite a few warm clothes for Lexi, but I had overlooked pjs. Yesterday, I took her out shopping. The funny thing is that we ran into a friend of mine that was doing the same thing. She has a 2.5 year old & is very pregnant (due beginning of Dec).

Halloween Sugar Rush

Several times a year (especially during the holidays), I make goodies for Steve to take to work. This month, I thought it would be fun to get Lexi involved. Since she loves coloring, painting, and using a glue stick, she would be interested in decorating cupcakes, right? What was I thinking? She was only interested in licking the icing off of the first one and eating candy corns.

We made the cupcakes in the evening and cleaned up just in time for her dadda to get home. He told me that I created a monster. The sugar rush had her running around like an insane kid. I managed to get her to eat dinner and then she was off to destroy the house. She attacked my closet and then the linen closet. When I finally got her into bed, I heard her singing and talking to herself for about half an hour. Hopefully, the affects wear off before she wakes up this morning.

Little Pumpkin Fest

Our neighborhood hosted a little pumkin fest at a park near our house. Lexi got to ride on her first long horn (this is Texas), taste her first snow cone, and pick out a pumpkin. Actually, she tried to pick up almost all of them. We all had a good time and even bumped into one of my friends that has twins Lexi's age.

Squishy Pumpkin

Our New Cat

While we were in Virginia, some of the girl cousins asked what Lexi was going to be for Halloween. No decisions had been made, so they suggested a cat. I think it had something to do with their love of cats as well as Lexi's numerous "meows." As you can see, Lexi is certainly hip to the idea. Everyday, she asks to wear the tail and ears. I usually let her for a little while.

Favorite Blankey

Pumpkin Time