When Lilly Rose was a newborn I had more people tell me to cherish each moment because her first birthday would be here before we knew it. And it was the truest statement, children just grow too fast. Two has come in a blink of an eye. Oh how I wish some days I could freeze time. However, while I'm definitely a baby lover and enjoy that stage so very much, Lilly Rose is more delightful now than ever.
Birthday balloon from daddy and
below her Disney set she opened the morning of her bday
I'm raising a very girly southern little lady who can be rough around the edges. She enjoys a spot of tea, jewels, shoes (!!!), her purse and going bye-byes (I have a very social girl). Leaving the house equals lots of fun and socializing with anyone we come in contact with. Though if spoken to first she will play shy. As I'm writing...Lilly Rose walks in (still in Jammie's) with 6 necklaces on, purse on her arm saying, "bye bye, mama"! That sums up most mornings. Often before her breakfast is even served Lilly will ask, "get dressed, pants, shoes, iPhone, bye byes" and I'm not kidding. This morning the first words out of her mouth when I walked into her room were, "truck mama, bye-byes." Unfortunately for Lilly Rose, it's a jammie day around here because we are actually having a "winter storm warning" which is turning out to be very mild if you ask me. Although, I'm not out on the roads so I really have no idea. I do know that I have yet to see a snow flurry or the promised sleet. Either way, I always welcome a reason to cuddle and stay in our PJs. :)
tea time with daddy
New things happening at two:
First movie: Mary Poppins! She LOVES this movie. I'd be ashamed to record how many times it's played since her first viewing. Everyday Lilly asks to watch "toppins" (she can say Poppins but likes the song about toppins). The house gets quiet, Lilly is peaceful and all is well in the world. ha! She just loves all the singing.
Lilly's always shown interest towards music (how could she not, we've had music on my belly before she was born) but lately she asks for certain songs, sings a lot and knows most words to songs on her play list. Likes to drum, use the shaker egg and dance. Most songs though we find her directing music with her hands and swaying. Quite the entertainer.
Lilly can sing (say) her ABCs, count to 20, name all fruits and vegetables, knows her colors and shapes. Her pediatrician told me this week (her two well check) that she didn't need to see her at two and a half because she's developing superbly. I guess we are good until three on the well checks. So needless to say, we are proud of our girl and I love her desire to learn. It's fun teaching/watching her do more and more.
peek-a-boo!
Favorite things: Bath time, Mickey Mouse, Dancing with Daddy to My Girl (over and over and over again - at this point it's become a must for her wedding day. Oh the thought makes me teary!), ABC songs with Yaya, loves playing kitchen, fruit/veggie basket, lady bug book, Elmo potty book, shoes (we talk a lot about shoes, likes to have them on and tells others they have on "cute shoes"), going bye-byes, watching Sesame street, talking on the phone, Skype dates being silly with Yaya and the color purple (not the movie, ha! I always give LR options if there is a pink or purple choice and she always says, "purple").
While we have a little learning sponge to praise, Lilly Rose just cannot seem to get it together in the nutrition area. Total Mom fail! My girl still will not her vegetables. She won't even drink juice, eat pasta or mashed potatoes which to my understanding are toddler staples. We live on dairy products, fruits, crackers, chicken (fries if we are out to dinner - a treat) and of course milk and water. Lilly's favorite food would have to be her (unsweetened) apple sauce, purple grapes (cut up of course), whole milk and chicken nuggets (chick-fil-as are her favorite - duh!). It's a work in progress I guess and as our favorite pediatrician says, "Lilly Rose is not going to go to college eating only applesauce and milk" - so there's hope after all!
Aunt Donna visits (they had a blast!) - note the crackers ;)
If I had to sum up Lilly Rose right now at this moment in time I would say:
Lilly Rose is full of life. She is truly a happy, happy "baby". Loves to throw her head back in a giggle fit, try on our shoes, puts layers of jewelry on (the gaudy gene has definitely passed down, thanks mom!), gives the best kisses and hugs (very affectionate baby--that's her daddy), a big helper (listens to directions really well), loves to sing, dance and the light of our lives. A little dramatic and can cry at the drop of a hat if her feelings are hurt but the sweetest little girl I ever did know. Daddy and I love you sooooo very much, Lilly Rose! It sure is bliss watching you develop and so far, two is looking wonderful on you.
Papa stopped by for a visit!
LR asks about her Papa daily so she was excited to see him.
silly faces before bed
Stats:
clothes: 2T
shoes: 6-7
diaper: 4 *finishing our last box of 4, ready for 5s
4 teeth breaking through right now (ouch!)
27lbs; 36.5 in long in 95% for height
blond hair, hazel eyes
two year well check
the obligatory pix - we have one from every doc appointment so far
little shopping after the doc
Although "TWO" has brought on new challenges (mostly spells of drama), the past month has already been so much fun! Lilly Rose, you are loved immensely and I love watching you grow. Forever 'mama's baby' - love you to pieces!!! xo
