First Day Report

I had a good first day in the Two's class. Both Mom & Dad took me to school today. I was a little hesitant at first and cried when Daddy left. I eased into things with a breakfast snack, but when Mom stood up, I pointed next to me and said "Sit!" By the time she left my favorite friend Jessica had arrived (pronounced Jess-ca to me) and I felt more comfortable.

I received a good report and got check marks for: was a kind friend, was a big helper, participated in class learning, was active, kept hands/feet to myself, was a good listener. The only thing that wasn't checked was "was quiet." We're not sure if we want that box checked or not. We'll have to ask tomorrow.

Movin' On Up

Friday was my last day in the Ones Room. Dad likes to say I got "called up" (like in hockey). Here I am with my teacher Ms. Dottie and friend Cole (not my boyfriend). The teachers say I am ready for Twos and I do great in the room and like all the new toys. Our only concern is that they do not use bibs at lunchtime. Boy, is my wardrobe going to take a beating . . .

Daddy was away this weekend, so Mommy and I did girl stuff, like buy shoes. Before he left I watched some cartoons with him and as soon as he got home Sunday afternoon I told him to "sit" and assumed the same position to watch football with him.

I am saying more words this week and even some small sentences like "I sit." I like to sing "Rockabye Baby." I sing "Rock, rock, rock" and swing my arms side to side. Mommy sings it to me at night and when she's done I say "Yeah" and clap and then say "More?" Mom doesn't get many requests for more of her singing, so she gladly sings it again and again.
My hair is now long enough for some funny little pig tails. I don't sit still long, so this is about as good as it gets!

Grandma and Grandpa (Boppy & Poppy) come to visit this weekend. Can't wait.

Go Irish

"Go Iwish!" That's what I learned to say this weekend. Unfortunately, though, my cheers didn't help us get the win over Michigan State. I had a terrific time tailgating with my parents, grandparents, Great Aunt Suzie and Great Uncle Johnny and their MSU-crazed friends, Barbie and Barry. Mom's ND friends Meg and Sarah also joined us. Of course I wanted to be on the move so it took a lot of hands to keep me corralled.

I was pretty much Grandpa's girl this weekend and was happy as long as he was the one holding me (and a little taste of licorice didn't hurt either). Grandma worked her magic and got me to fall asleep in my stroller for a bit, which helped me make it through the tailgate. Mom & Dad had a great time at the game, while I went home with Grandma and Grandpa. I also got to visit with Great Aunt Sharon, so I had a busy day and was asleep by the time Mom & Dad got home from the game through all the traffic.

On Sunday we hit the ND bookstore and walked around campus. I had a terrific time chasing the squirrels and offering them acorns. I also found a great place to collect some rocks.

As of Saturday I decided to call Grandpa "Poppy" and it looks like Grandma may be called "Boppy" so they coordinate. After all of the activity I was exhausted on the way home Sunday and only managed a 20 minute nap in the car. I am sure it will take a few days to recover.

Temper Tantrum

I had my first world-class temper tantrum last night. After dinner I told Mom & Dad that I wanted to go "outside" as I often do. We briefly played in the yard and then I started jogging down the sidewalk with Mom & Dad following along. I fell and scraped my knees, which did not concern me in the least, but Mom wanted to clean them up. When they picked me up to carry me back home, I cried and cried and said "outside" and pointed at the park across the street. Once we got in the house and my shoes were removed I was really mad. I cried and cried and yelled "outside" some more. I would not let Mom & Dad undress me for my bath because that meant I was really not going back outside. Mom & Dad just let me go on and on and they actually got the giggles when I stood in front of my closet for 5 minutes alternating between saying "shoes" and "outside." I wrestled for all I was worth when they tried to get me into my PJs. Finally I wanted Mom to hold me and I got settled down, but the episode lasted for about 45 minutes. Fun times ahead!

Vist with Aunt Jen & Uncle Billy

I got caught up with Aunt Jen and Uncle Billy this weekend. I haven't seen them since late April so they thought I was a lot bigger. They also said I was funny- especially my dancing. I threw out a few moves that had them laughing so hard they were crying. We had a fun visit and Mom & Dad enjoyed having extra chasers on hand. Shortly before they left I was able to say "Aunt Jen" and then I cried big crocodile tears when they drove away.

I am saying more words. I love "outside" and "sit" but I also say several of my classmates names and the other day when Mom was singing "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" after she sang "How I wonder what you are" I said "Up Above" and have repeated it several times. I also said "bless you" after Mom sneezed and yesterday was able to repeat "Irish." Speaking of the Irish, we were thrilled with Notre Dame's victory over Michigan!

The big news at school is that I am moving up to the twos room early. Some of my favorite friends are now in that room and I love the toys over there. Plus some of the younger kids that have joined my room seem too young for me to play with. When I see them I point and say "baby."

Midwestern Girl

I have been busy over the long weekend doing my favorite summer things like swimming and going to the park and eating the last of the summer foods like watermelon and corn on the cob. I have gotten to be a pro with the later.

Saturday we focused on cheering for Notre Dame. Dad is busy training me to enjoy college football. We ordered pizza and wore our ND gear. The game was on late and went long, so I couldn't stay up for it, but I heard Mom & Dad cheering and they whispered the score to me in my crib.

Today we went to a big parade and I loved it. I saw dogs, horses, balloons, flags and got to wave at a lot of people and dance to the marching band music. We lasted about an hour and fifteen minutes and then I was exhausted. I didn't want to be in my stroller much and only wanted Dad to hold me, so Dad's arm got quite a workout.

School Days

You may be wondering what I do at school each day. We leave a disposable camera at school and just got the latest one developed.





According to the photographic evidence, here's what I've been up to:

* being silly
* eating snacks & being silly
* playing dress up
* doing art projects
* napping

Aside from my antics shown here there are some other funny pictures. In one I am sticking vanilla wafers between my toes. In another I have my bum stuck in a bucket. Then there's a whole series of me standing on things- the table, the slide, various toys. No wonder I am the queen of the accident reports! There is also a picture of me hugging my friend Jesica (whose name I can say!) and another one of me holding Dillon's hands (but he is not my boyfriend).