Storms of Play Time

What an interesting weekend!

On Thursday night, I started feeling bad so I limited time spent with Miss Waverly. By Friday morning, I felt very ill, so I skipped telling my little one good-bye before she was off to day care. Daddy took her to Papaw's, where I hear she had a great morning cooing and gooing and providing prime entertainment for her Mamaw and Papaw. She had a good day at day care, but I missed her so much! I was so glad to see her when she got home on Friday afternoon! We took a little nap together and just enjoyed each other's company for awhile.

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Later on Friday night, the storms really blew in! There was even a tornado warning issued for our area for about an hour or so. Waverly napped through the all the thunder and lightening, but Daddy and I stood on the porch watching for awhile. The hail was really a sight to see - at one time, we had hail the size of quarters! We took a little trip next door, just in case the storm was bad enough to need a basement. It wasn't long before we went back home to snuggle down for the night, safe and sound.

Waverly tricked Mamaw on Saturday into thinking she was going to take a little snooze. As soon as she laid Waverly down though, those sparkly eyes opened wide. She really enjoyed her tummy time, with Daddy right beside her and Mommy providing different toys. She loves the bright colors of her keys. She is such a hoot to watch when she gets the pacifier in sight, known to us as a "Plug", and starts fishing around with her mouth until she finds it.

It didn't take long and she was all tuckered out again! All of that play is hard work!

Here she is enjoying her snuggle time with her Daddy.

Waverly has really been 'talking' up a storm! She is started to gurgle, too. Still, her favorite phrase, and ours, is "I Good". I love all of the sweet sounds she makes. She will talk to her stuffed animals and toys, but she loves to talk to her family especially.

Waverly was all smiles this morning! We gave her the tiniest bite of cereal last night and that seemed to fill her tummy for a good night sleep. She is starting to really enjoy the toys that come with her bouncy seat (Thanks, Julie!). One is a little mirror shaped like a lady bug, then there is a star and a rattle. She tries to reach out and grab the toys, and is so delighted when she makes contact.

We had such a nice weekend together. Its hard to believe that our little one is almost 3 months old! Time is flying by, yet I can't remember life without her. We just love our little girl!

Up on the stage!

Thursday night was Kindergarten and First Grade graduation at Waverly's day care center. Obviously, Waverly isn't ready for her own graduation quite yet, but we attended to support her older friends. Waverly and her friends participated in the program and everyone was very well behaved.
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Waverly sat on the stage in her bouncy chair and looked out at the crowd. She wore her big hair bow and was all dressed up. One of the 'graduates' read a story to Waverly and her classmates. It was very sweet.

Listening to the story.

Waverly sat in her bouncy chair while one of her friends played in the exer-saucer. One of the little boys in Waverly's class demonstrated all that he had learned, including some colors, shapes and he showed everyone where his ears, eyes and nose were.

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Each classroom had nice things to share, including songs, scriptures, language and math problems. I was impressed with how much all the students knew. It was a nice graduation celebration!

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Waverly received a nice certificate for her successful participation at the ceremony. Needless to say, mommy and daddy are super proud of our little one!

All better!

Why does Mommy keep taking pictures of me? Enough is enough!

Yesterday was a busy day for us! Waverly got to play hooky from day care since Mommy had taken off work. I woke up with a very swollen and painful right eye, so it was off to the doctor we go! Papaw Dean came early to pick us up since my eye hurt and I couldn't see very well. We went to the doctor, who referred us to the eye doctor, who said that I had a bacterial infection in my right eye. It could possibly infect my left eye, too. After some magic steroid eye drops, it was feeling less painful. I had a prescription filled for other drops to use at home and it is much better now.

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Waverly's eyes were watery and she still sounded stuffy, so Papaw took us to see the Pediatrician yesterday too. We saw Dr. Blair, who was mommy and daddy's pediatrician when we were little too! Dr. Blair gave Waverly a thorough exam, listening to her lungs and checking her eyes and ears. He pronounced her perfect, with a touch of seasonal allergies. He prescribed an antihistamine for her to take, just to help her out with the symptoms a bit. Dr. Blair was impressed with how strong Waverly is - she did not want to turn her head to let him see in her ear! He also said that she was full of personality, and she gave him a big grin and started talking away to him. Our little jumping bean weighed in at 11 pounds, 15.5 ounces!

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After a full day of doctor visits and the pharmacy, Waverly and I were ready for a nap. Mamaw Gail came to visit and Waverly talked to her for a long time! It was so good to see my mom for a little while. She read Waverly a picture book and they played together while I rested my eye for a bit.

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Later on, it was off to Mamaw and Papaw's for dinner. I am so proud of my little one. She had a big accomplishment last night. Mamaw Jean always plays with a Winnie the Pooh rattle for Waverly, holding it so she can see it and listen to the crunchy sound. Waverly has been trying to touch it for a few days now, but last night, she just reached out and grabbed it out of Mamaw's hand! We were so surprised! I think Waverly was a little surprised, too! It wasn't long before she had guided the rattle right into her mouth.

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Very tired...

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I like my medicine!

Really? Off to daycare? Ok then!

Laughing Out Loud

We had a great weekend with Waverly. Here are some photos of her laughing and smiling!

With her daddy! I love these ruffled pants!

Something sure was funny! Maybe Axel?

Watching TV with Daddy... the history channel no doubt!

Laughing at Papaw! He can always make me smile.

Talking to Mamaw!

My first go in the exer-saucer!

She's still too little, but we couldn't resist trying it out!

She really enjoyed all the colors and toys around her.

I think in another month or so, she will love her exer-saucer!

Mamaw had some new toys for Waverly. She really likes the rattles and noisy toys. We think she was a little frustrated with the wrist rattles! She wanted to grab hold of it so bad! She is a very determined little girl, so it wont be long before those hands go right where she wants them to.

No Boys Allowed!

Girls Only shopping trip!

On Saturday, Waverly and I went shopping with our friend Laura. We had the best time! Waverly was in a good mood all day and was very content while we shopped. We went to several places, but Waverly most enjoyed our venture into Carter's. There were so many cute outfits for her! I made it out the door with only two new outfits and I just can't wait for warmer weather so she can wear them out.

Of course, Waverly had to give in to all the hustle and bustle and take a little nap here and there. She was a real trooper and allowed Laura and I a good visit. This was mommy's first trip out with the stroller, though we had used it much at home! I was glad to have Laura's help with the baby while shopping. Waverly was such a good girl all day!

Later, at home, Waverly was really enjoying watching Survivor on TV! She is my TV baby, for sure!