EXTRA, EXTRA!

 

 

I also have taken up Yoga

Real all about it...I have made some huge steps.  That's right...since last blog...I am now walking.  (sound the trumpets)  And it is fun!  I still go on all fours every once in a while, but I think it is a BLAST to walk to and from people...and I even walked all the way down the hall by myself after bath last night.  And if no one is looking, I will walk from room to room...but if someone is nearby, I usually will stop.  Amelia has been really nice and holds my hand while we walk places, I figure if she wants me to walk, I will do it.  I love her that much. 

Some videos of me in action:  This one is sideways, but just turn your head...or wait...can I walk on walls??

And yes, I can work the stairs too...

Oh, I love that little sis of mine too...I'm just a lover of everyone.  Teachers at school, love my morning cuddles, Nala likes to snuggle up to me....perhaps, because I feed her.  That's right...I am also becoming quite responsible, I am usually the first to realize she needs food and water so I fill up her bowls. We are becoming good friends, actually we are best friends forever.  (I didn't want to hurt mom's feelings...so I have recently told her we are BFFs too..)

Since I do so good with Nala, I have got some change for my piggy bank....Bonus!  Although, I just enjoy putting $ in there....not really sure what I am suppose to do with it later.  People say buy toys and stuff...but I have all I need.  No, really.  Mom & Dad keep asking me what I want Santa to bring (which I remind them, he is not welcome) but I tell them I don't need anything they can just give presents to Heidi.  I don't complain....I'll take it! 


This is a picture mom took of our tree at school.  Not sure what happened here or if I or teachers were dreaming...more like
having a nightmare.  I hate cats, if I see one in the neighbors yard I scream in terror.  In fact, here is proof of my typical reactions to cats...

So Amelia glazed over this Santa business, so I will tell you about our 'run-in'.  Apparently, I met his last year, but I have no memory, so I had no idea what was in store.  I just know that we got all dressed up in some beautiful Christmas dresses and went to mommy's work.  Next thing I know I am being thrown on the lap of some fat guy with a ridiculous suit.  I am usually more than willing to sit on anyone's lap and cuddle...but not this guy.  I just didn't get a good vibe. I swear, I tried to not sway her...in fact, I had full plans on staying calm as dad said he would take me to a movie...but I definitely agree with sissy here.  I am still not a fan.  We both let off our loudest screams and cries while mom tried to snap away some pictures and everyone else around just sat there and giggled at us.  I saw no one coming to save us.  Not cool.  Dad kept telling me I better tell Santa what I want or he won't know what to bring me on Christmas.  I made it clear that as far as I'm concerned this guy is not welcome at our house, presents or not.  Of course, later that night I was all about singing Christmas songs and reading my Santa book.  Sue me....I'm 3.  Luckily, dad knows that and still took me to see a movie.  Frozen...it was awesome.  He liked it just as much as I did...but was a bit disappointed that I ate the whole bag of popcorn and didn't share.  Yes, I like popcorn.


Keeping with Christmas fun...we did get to open our first presents.  Nana and pop pop came down for a quick visit this past weekend and they brought some presents.  We got some pretty dresses (mine is even in purple), but I will admit it was the coloring book and doll that excited me.  BABY!  Yes, I got my first baby...and I love her.  I get so excited every time I see her and like to give her hugs and put her in my chairs.  I do NOT like it when Amelia holds her.  We take her on walks in the wagon (yes, it has been nice out!) and everything. 






















As always, we had fun with them.  We had a picnic downstairs, did some painting while mom & dad went shopping, and even went down to the plaza for an evening out.  We don't get to do that like, ever.  We got to see the cool Christmas lights and get this...ride in a Cinderella carriage.  It was awesome.  Our horse, Andy, even had purple sparkly 'shoes'.  It may have been cold, but was totally worth it.  Afterward we went over for everyone's favorite Jacks Stack where I made fast friends with the waitresses. 

 



I was worn out!

 

We have had a few other fun time mixed in with a trip over to Evan & Zachs house where we got to make some cookies while dad helped out their daddy with some things.  And we also got to see the whole gang over at Maddie's house for the annual Ugly Xmas sweater party.  We tried to dress up a bit for the festivities, but mom didn't get any pictures.   Mom even borrowed one of Nana's sweaters to mix things up....although I think her sweater actually was pretty.  I just know that I kept hearing mom talk about her new favorite drink that Mason's mommy introduced her to. 

Looking forward to the upcoming road trips to see family in the next week.  Ok, I may not agree on the road trip part....but I will be happy to show off my new skills to anyone who wants to see.  Until then, Heidi & Amelia OUT!

Enjoy more pics...And some more videos of me singing:

Sometimes I like to play percussions to Amelia's singing...

I like to read to Heidi

Nala and I fighting over trying to get a bite of mom's yogurt

And some more Christmas shots...

Mr. Turkey

The Holidays are upon us, which means lots of fun to be had and little time for blogging.  What kind of fun you ask?  Well where do I start?  How about back a couple weeks to my Thanksgiving program.  Yep, we practiced 2 songs at school to learn for the big show.  The teachers kept telling Mom & Dad that I was the loudest singer, but they thought that I would get stage fright.  I proved them wrong and rocked that program.  The lights were really bright, but here is dad's attempt at some pictures/video.  I did sing the songs again for them at home so they could get a true sense of my talent.  I may be the next Adele (is that who is cool now?). 

 

Heidi's performance....well, she sat on the stage and didn't cry.  We call that a win.  Her true performance was in the dinner following.  That girl can eat.  Seriously people, give me a break....isn't that what I am suppose to do at dinner?  Just because my big sister is a meat eating bird it appears that I eat a lot.  I am beginning to think it is the other way around.  Take a minute and rub your hand down Amelia's back.  I don't think you are suppose to feel every rib. 

In my defense, I haven't been feeling so great.  I had about 3-4 rough days with very high fevers.  The doc finally gave me some antibiotics which have helped.  I love that pink stuff.  Seriously, you should see how excited she gets for this you would think it is candy.  I have never had any myself...mom says I am strong like that.  Although, I did have a fever last night so stay tuned.  In the meantime, I can imagine how good it is because I love the Vitamin I (ibuprofen) myself.  Actually, I was in and out of sleeping when dad was giving it to me once and still saying "more"....forgetting that it was not milk! 

Since we have been a house of sickies we stuck around here for Thanksgiving and had our own feast.  I love this holiday.  I ate SO much.  Dad made a mean turkey...but my favorites included the green bean casserole and sweet potatoes.  You might not be able to tell from the picture (as we did have a little Thanksgiving fire...mom and her great cooking skills)....but after you took off the charred marshmallows they were great!  Oh and of course the pumpkin pie!!  mmmmmmm....



The weather has been crazy nice, so we have been able to get outside for walks, trips to the park, and even the zoo!  But that has changed as today is REALLY cold and apparently snow is in the forecast.  But that is what winter and Christmas are for, right?  And I am ready...the house is all decorated.  Dad lit up the outside, we got our tree decorated.  It is fake this year, which mom has already been saying that we are going back to real next year as it just isn't the same (but I think it is pretty!).  And I even get to do an advent calendar to count down days to Christmas.  I get to find the sock with the right number each day after school and find a surprise and a verse for mommy to read me.  It is fun!

The new penguins are awesome!

We got ourselves an early Christmas present.  Her name is Nala.  Isn't she cute?  We rescued her a couple weeks ago.  I know, you are going to say she looks just like Ya-Ya.  Well to the outsider, she does.  But take a closer look and she is definitely different.  She is ~7 months old and is full of energy.  We are becoming fast friends.  She likes to lick...a lot.  I throw her toys so she can fetch.  She is still a bit crazy for me, so I don't let her sleep with me much to her disappointment.  It hasn't been an easy transition...as she doesn't like dad - or men in general it seems.  She must have come from something pretty bad, doesn't she know that dad is awesome?!  She growls and barks at him a lot.  But it is getting better and better.  Hopefully she will work out so she can stick with us for a forever home.  I keep hearing mom say she is in a 'trial' period. 

Adoption day

I haven't decided my opinion on her quite yet...I am not a huge fan of the licking myself.  I do think her kennel is pretty cool and she has the same 'hair in the eyes' problem that I do, so we like to sport matching pony tails!

Until next time,  Heidi OUT!

A few fun pics... My new favorite game we found at neighbors garage sale!

Target has some mighty fun shopping carts!

And a fun video of us playing

Feeling a bit better.....and sporty!

These boots are made for walking

mom's boots totally fit

No major updates here, just been settling in and enjoying fall time.  You know, watching football, raking (ok, playing in) leaves, wearing boots, etc.

I am getting so good at
washing my hands

No, before you wonder....I am not walking officially.  But really getting close.  As you can see, I rock this awesome walker that the Ludlows once again let us borrow.  I also stand a lot better on my own and take a few steps back and forth to mom and dad.  I think my record right now is 8 steps, but crawling is still definitely the way to go. I am still eating like a champ, pretty much anything and everything.  Amelia keeps trying to teach me how to sign "All Done", but that usually isn't the case...so she also taught me "more"...but the thing is, that is already my favorite word to say.  So I don't really have a need to sign it.  I guess mom and dad get sick of hearing that throughout dinnertime, so I could be nice and sign instead.  We will see.

UPDATE: Oh, 1 more thing.  I have overheard mom and dad talking a lot lately about how they have to break me of the nighttime bottle sooner rather than later.  Yet, they never did it...afraid of what I may do, I guess (yes, I have them trained well)....so I went ahead and let them know myself I was ready and refused the bottle the last few nights.  I have now decided I can be a big girl like Amelia and enjoy a few drinks from my sippy cup and watch some Mickey Mouse before bed or, fall asleep on dad's lap....whatever works!


I am progressing too...just in things like reading, writing.  Ok, I may not be reading in the conventional way, but I do like to read books to mom/dad after they read to me.  Mom says I just memorize, but whatever.  I can spell and write my name (although I need some help with the M).  Oh and I can finally ride my trike all by myself.

We actually haven't gone anywhere or had overnight visitors in the last 2 weeks... "what the..."  (yes, that is my new favorite phrase...don't worry, that is the whole statement...nothing bad).  Mom and dad have no idea where it came from.  Bets are on Nana.  Speaking of, they just got back from a trip to Italy...waiting to see what they brought back for me.  : ) Just kidding (another one of my fave phrases)!  We have skyped and I am glad they had fun.  I have also skyped with Elmo and got a tour of her new digs in AZ.  What?yeah, apparently it pays to be old - trips to Italy, homes in AZ....  I kidding..that funny.  Elmo is spending the month of Nov in the sunny state.  Her place looks super nice and it sounds like she is having lots of fun!  One day I will get to go visit, darn working parents!  We are hoping she likes it so we get another opportunity to visit in 2014.  It is not nearly as warm here, but it was in the 60s this weekend, so we did our best to get out and enjoy it.


Let's not forget we did have friends come over for some play time and a BBQ.  Dad can't complain about us girls wearing him out...as our friends the Bodenstabs have 3 boys!  Rennick -4 and Reynolds & Riggs (who are impossible to tell apart!) - 2.  The boys actually liked playing with our girl toys...and we tried to talk their parents into the bonuses of having a bouncy house in the basement!  Hopefully it won't be as long till we see them again!

cutest picture ever, right?

I guess the holidays are coming up, so we are starting to get the house ready.  Mom & dad decided to go the lazy route this year, so we went and bought a fake tree.  Mom is already talking about going back to the real thing next year....I don't care the lights are cool either way!  Time to get decorating.... Love you all, so, so, so, so, so, so, so, so, so, so much (yes...I like to one up everyone on that one).  Of course, we all know Daddy loves me.  I tell mommy that all the time! Amelia OUT!

A video for everyones enjoyment!

Doing some sister bonding

Mom thinks it is cute that both of us found this to be the comfortable sitting position.  We are just little ladies!