I love it

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March 5

I've had a hard week this week--I'm not sure why, but I've been cranky so I don't have that much to say, except that I cleaned up a lot of disgusting messes I didn't make, washed a lot of laundry, vacuumed a lot, and I am grateful it is Friday and this week is over.

It wasn't all bad. Jens had some fun play dates and has been enjoying the great outdoors. He and his friends Sarah tried out some foul looking cookie dough called "Fun Doe."

It looks like playdoh, but it is sugar cookie dough. Jens loved it and especially loved eating his masterful creations. He also did playdoh, which is always popular, and requested that I take a picture of him with his snowman and snake.

His artistic side is continuing to manifest itself and he comes up with some pretty neat drawings and projects (some aren't so neat--I have scrubbed a lot of pen off of things this week).

Sylvie is speeding up. She no longer walks, she runs. I have been trying to practice words with her and realized today that she might be saying more than I think--I am not used to trying to decipher new words, I am used to Jens, who talks very plainly. She definitely said doggy today, and I think she tried eyes, chair, Sylvie (Sssss), dirt, and blanket. I need to start paying more attention!

She also learned a new trick this week.

She can now climb onto the couch, chairs, and from there to the table with ease. Nothing is safe! Do you like her outfit in that picture? It is the emergency onesie from the diaper bag, which I had to utilize at Trader Joes when she wet through all of her clothes and my shirt.

Sylvie was cleaning out my wallet for me. Judging from the expression on her face, she doesn't appreciate being interrupted for picture time.

Sylvie has also been loving the great outdoors. She feels big being allowed out with her big brother. Jens has been busy out back chasing ponies, finding gold, and catching and caring for worms. I predict that our carpet will never recover from all of the muddy, dirty footprints.

I had to give Sylvie a bath when I brought her in for nap time. She thoroughly enjoyed herself, though, so that is what really matters.

15 Months Old

Sylvie had her 15 month check up today. All is well. She is 29 lbs. 32.5 inches and in the 95% for both. She was very good during her exam and she was very brave for her shots, only crying for about 2 seconds. She is such a good-natured little person.

Jens, in contrast, was 32.5 inches tall (90%) and 27.3 lbs. (80%)

Dirt

Isn't that the cutest little hair? And legs? And jumper? (Thanks, Grammy--I think I am going to go get another one in the next size).

Rocking

Bathroom Inspiration

I want my bathroom to look exactly like this. I am not sure how close we can get, but the pedestal sinks are in the garage--wish us luck!

Art Time

Today is a rainy, gray day. Jens and I celebrated by doing some art work with 7 Brides for 7 Brothers on in the background. It provided some upbeat tunes to work by. I am really happy with my little project, which matches Sylvie's name letters and bedding, and Jens is very pleased with his, thank you Miss Jennifer, for the castle inspiration.

I think she likes it.

A chair before photo is in the post below in the picture of the garage cabinets. The other chair is primed and awaiting my decision as to what color it wants to be.