Ok, so it's kind of a shock when you look at your blog and it says, "Last post July 10, 2008". Am I a loser? No, I think I would just say that I'm a stay at home mom who's had a really busy fall! Nothing like a mobile one year old to keep you on your toes.
Speaking of the 1 year old, she's walking, running, climbing (!), you name it. Except for that talking thing. She says "uh-oh" really well, "mama", "daddy", and a huge range of animal sounds (her elephant is a show-stopper). But nothing like sentences yet - at least not that we can understand. The jabbering is becoming more like words - Mom swears she said hippopotamus, I heard her say chocolate, and Travis heard "kicky feet". But getting her to say it again is another matter. Oh well - she's not quite 18 months old (that's next week), so I'm not too worried yet.
As for Travis & me, we're in the midst of remodeling the hall bathroom (getting ready to lay down tile on the countertop), I've had bronchitis & a cold for the last month, and we're just trying to keep up with housework! We had a great Thanksgiving visit with Bobby (he flew out from Cali), the weather is really nice right now (low 70s during the day), and we can't wait to see everyone again at Christmas.
Well, Lesley is asleep at the moment, but I don't think that will last... so I better get some laundry started. Hope everyone is doing well and enjoying the start of the holidays!
December 03, 2008
July 10, 2008
Diaper crazy
Ok, so it's official... I am a cloth diapering fiend!
I have to admit, I don't think moms that use disposables think, "Wow, maybe I should look at picking up the new Huggies... the look so cute, and I bet they work a little better than the Pampers I just bought..."
Then again, those moms don't have to worry about trying to get their washing routine just right so they aren't fighting diaper rash from detergent buildup. Oh well - I still have fun doing it, so the pain is worth it. Actually, when I have the wash routine figured out, it does wonders for Lesley's skin - and I don't have to worry about running to Target to buy diapers if I get low!
I do want to recommend a store online that I have had good luck with - Keen Bambino (www.keenbambino.com). Mandi has been very helpful in answering my questions and her recommendation on Thirsties Fab fitted diapers was great - they are SO soft, and work great. So any of you moms thinking about cloth diapers - give her website a look!
Hope everyone is staying cool and dry (sounds like a deodorant commercial) - we're looking for Monsoon rains today, and highs ONLY at around 103. Hooray!
Cheers,
Jenny
I have to admit, I don't think moms that use disposables think, "Wow, maybe I should look at picking up the new Huggies... the look so cute, and I bet they work a little better than the Pampers I just bought..."
Then again, those moms don't have to worry about trying to get their washing routine just right so they aren't fighting diaper rash from detergent buildup. Oh well - I still have fun doing it, so the pain is worth it. Actually, when I have the wash routine figured out, it does wonders for Lesley's skin - and I don't have to worry about running to Target to buy diapers if I get low!
I do want to recommend a store online that I have had good luck with - Keen Bambino (www.keenbambino.com). Mandi has been very helpful in answering my questions and her recommendation on Thirsties Fab fitted diapers was great - they are SO soft, and work great. So any of you moms thinking about cloth diapers - give her website a look!
Hope everyone is staying cool and dry (sounds like a deodorant commercial) - we're looking for Monsoon rains today, and highs ONLY at around 103. Hooray!
Cheers,
Jenny
July 08, 2008
Sleeping through the night
When you have a baby- you forget how much you LOVE to have oh, 8 hours of interrupted sleep. It's heavenly - and I've finally gotten there. Hooray!
In the meantime, though, naptime during the day is all over the board. Lesley's asleep now, sure, but take her swimming in the morning - and it's really hard to gauge what will happen!
All the same, we're totally excited for the arrival of Lesley's first cousin - William Christopher.
What a cutie pie! Here he is with Grandma and Grandpa Long. We can't wait to meet him in person!
Also - for all 3 of you that actually read my blog, check out the newest link for Babysteals.com. It's like WOOT! for Moms. Great deals, one per day. But you gotta be fast - the good stuff goes quickly!
Keep cool everyone - and let us know how you're doing. We're heading to Colorado soon for vacation and family reunion... if anyone has a favorite hike, let us know!
Love,
The Watson Crew
June 05, 2008
Lull before the storm
Greetings from the wild frontier!
We made it back from an awesome trip to Yosemite, LA, and Sequoia. I have awesome pictures to share, but haven't had a chance to do anything with them - yet.
Mom & Dad show up for a visit on Saturday and to celebrate Lesley's FIRST BIRTHDAY this weekend. Can you believe it? Me neither. Where did that year go? Oh wait - STAY AT HOME MOM and Master's Degree ring a bell.
Lesley is walking everywhere now - and loves her ability to travel. She tries to run, but actually kind of hops a bit, then falls into the couch or her toys, smiling all the while. She's such a good-natured little girl - and she's still ferocious. Just ask her to show you.
I found a fun blog that I wanted to share: http://www.underthehighchair.blogspot.com/
a chef and mom is frustrated with the fact that her toddler throws all her creations on the floor. Ah - sweet empathy. I really WANT Lesley to like everything I give her, but somehow bananas, yogurt, and baby cereal are still her favorites. Oh well - we'll keep trying. She at least ate some avocado before she smeared it all over her hair at lunch today.
I'll get the pics posted from our vacation next week - when Mom & Dad are here to babysit.
Cheers!
Jenny
May 15, 2008
One more thing - DONE
Well, I've officially just sent off my manuscript to my adviser - here's hoping I get published! I'm REALLY glad now that I did the alternate format for my thesis. Instead of a RESULTS section, I created a manuscript for a journal article. Yeah, it sucked and was more work, but now I can say I'm DONE and I don't have to worry about writing now that I'm really ready to be DONE!
We're looking forward to our vacation in Cali at the end of the month - and having fun watching Lesley walk! She takes about 6-8 steps by herself, and then usually gets so excited she falls over. Oh well - she's having a blast and getting better every day. Now let's hope that translates into sleeping through the night. HA.
The weather's starting to get hot around here, though not too bad yet. Only up to 97 - we haven't broken 100 yet. We actually got a crop of apricots off our tiny little tree, and we're looking forward to peaches here in a couple of weeks. Just in time for Lesley's first birthday, probably. Cool!
I should get my diploma in the mail soon - I'll post a picture. Travis and I both worked hard for it - gotta show it off!
Have a good weekend,
Jenny
We're looking forward to our vacation in Cali at the end of the month - and having fun watching Lesley walk! She takes about 6-8 steps by herself, and then usually gets so excited she falls over. Oh well - she's having a blast and getting better every day. Now let's hope that translates into sleeping through the night. HA.
The weather's starting to get hot around here, though not too bad yet. Only up to 97 - we haven't broken 100 yet. We actually got a crop of apricots off our tiny little tree, and we're looking forward to peaches here in a couple of weeks. Just in time for Lesley's first birthday, probably. Cool!
I should get my diploma in the mail soon - I'll post a picture. Travis and I both worked hard for it - gotta show it off!
Have a good weekend,
Jenny
May 09, 2008
Guess Who's 11 months old today?
It's hard to believe that Lesley is already 11 months old!
She can show you where her toes are...
And her ears, and even stand up for a bit!
It won't be long, and she'll be walking, we're sure. :)
January 22, 2008
Thesis, thesis, everywhere, and not a drop to drink!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
I'm way behind on, well, everything - as you can see from the date in this post. The thesis is the word of the hour, day, week, semester... here's hoping that my defense will happen on the 16th of April and I'll get to wear my hood around my house in May. Perhaps I'll wear it out to the bars on Mill - sort of a surrogate graduation.
We had a wonderful Christmas with our families. The drive back was long, but made shorter with Hilary's company and listening to Eragon. Roads were mostly clear, and we even made it to Liberal, KS the first day. We got to see snow along the way, but we were happy to return to our 60 degree weather here in AZ.
Lesley was baptized while we were in KC - on December 30th. Lots of family and cousins turned out. That, along with Travis having a cold, really ate a big hole in our visit. Somehow it went really fast this year! On the way back, Bobby followed us in his car - moving to Valencia, CA to start his new job at Textron. Congrats, Bobby!
Lesley has really gotten the hang of opening presents! Not to mention, she's also sitting up on her own, might have a tooth coming in, and likes to giggle and jabber along. She got lots of great presents, including a super-cute sweatsuit from Aunt Betsy, 5 little monkeys books and finger puppets from Grandma and Grandpa Long, and Winnie the Pooh containers and new cloth diapers from Grandma Watson.
I know it's sillly, but I'm really excited about the diapers (as you can see from the other posts). Lesley now has Drybees in Monster Eyes prints, blue polka dots, and sleepy sheep. Aunt Hilary and Uncle Kerry gave Lesley a hemp diaper made by little beetle. I love them ALL! I've also purchased three more little beetle organic velour diapers... Oooooooh. We've completely switched to cloth - and I really like it! Even extra laundry is way better than more trips to Target. :) (don't get me started on cost!)
This weekend Grandma and Grandpa Long are coming to visit, along with Great Grandma Norris. With the highs around 25 in KS this week, they're totally psyched to visit the sunshine... and by that I mean Lesley. :) Mom & Dad are also planning to help jump start our bathroom remodel, which is WONDERFUL. It'll be good to start working on the inside of the house... though there is always more landscaping to do, or garden to plant.
I wish you all the best this year - and I'll write more when I get the chance. Though my research is really cranking up, and I hope to have a draft done on March 3. So... no more big posts until after that... but I'll at least try to add pics to flickr.
Hugs,
Jenny, Travis, & Lesley
I'm way behind on, well, everything - as you can see from the date in this post. The thesis is the word of the hour, day, week, semester... here's hoping that my defense will happen on the 16th of April and I'll get to wear my hood around my house in May. Perhaps I'll wear it out to the bars on Mill - sort of a surrogate graduation.
We had a wonderful Christmas with our families. The drive back was long, but made shorter with Hilary's company and listening to Eragon. Roads were mostly clear, and we even made it to Liberal, KS the first day. We got to see snow along the way, but we were happy to return to our 60 degree weather here in AZ.
Lesley was baptized while we were in KC - on December 30th. Lots of family and cousins turned out. That, along with Travis having a cold, really ate a big hole in our visit. Somehow it went really fast this year! On the way back, Bobby followed us in his car - moving to Valencia, CA to start his new job at Textron. Congrats, Bobby!
Lesley has really gotten the hang of opening presents! Not to mention, she's also sitting up on her own, might have a tooth coming in, and likes to giggle and jabber along. She got lots of great presents, including a super-cute sweatsuit from Aunt Betsy, 5 little monkeys books and finger puppets from Grandma and Grandpa Long, and Winnie the Pooh containers and new cloth diapers from Grandma Watson.
I know it's sillly, but I'm really excited about the diapers (as you can see from the other posts). Lesley now has Drybees in Monster Eyes prints, blue polka dots, and sleepy sheep. Aunt Hilary and Uncle Kerry gave Lesley a hemp diaper made by little beetle. I love them ALL! I've also purchased three more little beetle organic velour diapers... Oooooooh. We've completely switched to cloth - and I really like it! Even extra laundry is way better than more trips to Target. :) (don't get me started on cost!)
This weekend Grandma and Grandpa Long are coming to visit, along with Great Grandma Norris. With the highs around 25 in KS this week, they're totally psyched to visit the sunshine... and by that I mean Lesley. :) Mom & Dad are also planning to help jump start our bathroom remodel, which is WONDERFUL. It'll be good to start working on the inside of the house... though there is always more landscaping to do, or garden to plant.
I wish you all the best this year - and I'll write more when I get the chance. Though my research is really cranking up, and I hope to have a draft done on March 3. So... no more big posts until after that... but I'll at least try to add pics to flickr.
Hugs,
Jenny, Travis, & Lesley
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