Welp, Nora has officially put a ban on peeing on the pottie. She would much rather play with the toilet than go in it. She loves to lift the lid and put her hands in the water. She also has been exploring ever aspect of a toilet. She understands the handle, the two separate and moving parts on the seat and has even found the bolts that hold it to the floor. It is a huge motivator to keep the toilet clean!
The Remfrey's wanted to wish a quick Happy 30th to Andi! Thanks for being the first one to do it ;-)
Sunday, April 09, 2006
Thursday, April 06, 2006
Daisies at Gasworks
Here's a great picture Tracy took of Dar and Nora playing on top of the hill at Gasworks Park.
Goofing around in the park
Yesterday was a beautiful, sunny day so we decided to have a picnic. Tracy and Dar picked out some yummy cheese and we had a great lunch. Nora and I had lots of fun chasing each other around the park and watching some people fly kites.
Tuesday, April 04, 2006
Those Damn Ears!
Today was Nora's 18 month check up. She is 21 lbs. 15 oz. and 32 1/4" long. She is growing just as expected. I was a little worried about her weight not going up that much, but the doctor said that weight gain is expected to slow down around this time. She is around the 20th percentile for her weight and 70th for her height. The doctor's comment: "Well, she'll just have to deal with being a tall and thin woman." Bummer for her. I think I started out like that too ;-)
The doctor was very please with her large vocabulary (they only expect 3-5 words for a normal 18 month's development!) and her ability to name and point to many body parts: head, hair, eyes, nose, mouth, teeth, ears, fingers, hands, arms, tummy, belly button, knees, feet, toes, and legs. Chime in here Brian if I'm leaving any out.
The bad part is that she saw another double ear infection! Nora has shown no signs during this one and it doesn't seem to be bothering her at all. We have not been in for a doctor's appointment with her since we've moved here without them telling us she has an infection in one or both of her ears. I think she is getting very used to the pain. It must not be bad right now because she has been in wonderful moods and a joy to be around.
SO...we are off to the ENT next week Thursday to start the tubes-in-the-ears process. Her hearing is just not something I'm willing to compromise. The pediatrician said the ENT would probably have to first puncture her ear drums to drain all the puss before he'd be able to insert the tubes. Joy. He obviously can't do anything with an infection already there. Thank goodness Nana and Papa will be here during all that so she will have a wonderful distraction to keep her in good spirits.
The doctor was very please with her large vocabulary (they only expect 3-5 words for a normal 18 month's development!) and her ability to name and point to many body parts: head, hair, eyes, nose, mouth, teeth, ears, fingers, hands, arms, tummy, belly button, knees, feet, toes, and legs. Chime in here Brian if I'm leaving any out.
The bad part is that she saw another double ear infection! Nora has shown no signs during this one and it doesn't seem to be bothering her at all. We have not been in for a doctor's appointment with her since we've moved here without them telling us she has an infection in one or both of her ears. I think she is getting very used to the pain. It must not be bad right now because she has been in wonderful moods and a joy to be around.
SO...we are off to the ENT next week Thursday to start the tubes-in-the-ears process. Her hearing is just not something I'm willing to compromise. The pediatrician said the ENT would probably have to first puncture her ear drums to drain all the puss before he'd be able to insert the tubes. Joy. He obviously can't do anything with an infection already there. Thank goodness Nana and Papa will be here during all that so she will have a wonderful distraction to keep her in good spirits.
Monday, March 27, 2006
16 and 4:30
These two numbers have been a big pain in our rumps the last few nights. Nora has been getting her 15th and 16th teeth which have made her wake up at 4:30 am for the past four nights. The teeth finally cut through today.
Let's hope she is able to sleep through the night...maybe that dose of Motrin helped as well!
Let's hope she is able to sleep through the night...maybe that dose of Motrin helped as well!
Sunday, March 26, 2006
Gas Works Park
Today we spent the afternoon giving Jay and Jessica a tour of the less-known Seattle sights. Here's a family portrait taken with a view of the city behind us. Nora loved watching the kites on the hill nearby...something that we will have to try once the weather warms up a bit ;)
Saturday, March 25, 2006
NO & MINE
Oh the wonders of learning to talk. Nora's new favorite word is 'no.' She has gotten quite good at expressing her opinion. Don't have a clue where she got that ;-)
When I walked into Nono's daycare room on Thursday afternoon, I saw her grab a toy away from another child and say "mine" while shaking her head 'no'. The beginning of the terrible twos?
When I walked into Nono's daycare room on Thursday afternoon, I saw her grab a toy away from another child and say "mine" while shaking her head 'no'. The beginning of the terrible twos?
Saturday, March 18, 2006
Peeing at the Fred Meyer
On a grocery trip to the Fred Meyer this afternoon, Nora accompanied me to the restroom. After watching me pee, she decided she wanted a go. As soon as I put her on the pot, she started to pee!
My first peeing experience with Nora...how exciting!
My first peeing experience with Nora...how exciting!
Friday, March 17, 2006
Potty trained!?!?
Nora had her first successful attempt at using the toilet today! Thanks to Grandma's quick reflexes and an impressive understanding of Nora's body language, she made it to the loo without a moment to spare.
Dress-Up
One of Nora's favorite things to do is to play dress-up. This was taken during one of her sick days this week. We got her dressed up in some of Auntie Vanessa's old clothes.
Drawing pictures with Grandpa
Nora was more interested in eating the Crayons than drawing with them.
Monday, March 13, 2006
ENOUGH already!
Nora has once again come down with a bug. She was feverish last night and woke up around 4:00 this morning shivering with a terrible fever. She threw up, and then it was off to the ER again!
After an examination, it sounds like Nora has come down with a virus. The stomach flu is going around, so it looks like we will have a couple more days of Sick Nora to contend with. We can't wait for her to be healthy again!
After an examination, it sounds like Nora has come down with a virus. The stomach flu is going around, so it looks like we will have a couple more days of Sick Nora to contend with. We can't wait for her to be healthy again!
Sunday, March 12, 2006
Nora playing "row, row, row your boat" at Juanita Beach Park
We took a walk with Grandma down to Juanita Beach and had lots of fun playing on the swings and the whale!
Nora and Mommy on Alki Beach
Nora had lots of fun scooping up handfuls of sand and running away from the waves!
Riding the Pig - Pike Place Market
Grandma and Nora checking out the big pig outside the Pike Place Market.
Nora at Pike Place Market
Grandma and Grandpa are visiting us this week, and for their first full day in Seattle we decided to give them a tour of the city...Pike Place Market, Alki Beach, and the Uwajimaya Market/International District.
Here's Nora and Daddy checking out the fruit stands at the Pike Place Market. We ended up getting some excellent halibut steaks to put on the grill tonight!
Here's Nora and Daddy checking out the fruit stands at the Pike Place Market. We ended up getting some excellent halibut steaks to put on the grill tonight!
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