Happy 3rd Birthday Lindsay Diane!

The Birthday Girl, Pre-Party

We had a Valentine's themed birthday party for our Lindsay Girl on Saturday. Our Valentine Baby (Feb. 15th) told me several party themes over the past few months that she wanted, but she finally settled on a "red and pink" birthday! Lulu and I had fun making the decorations, and many we kept for V-Day next year! She invited her little friends from our bible study, and some of our mom's group.  We had 8 little people, and 10 big people, and a pretty full house!  

Daddy and Madison chatting with our new friends

We played a few games, which I didn't get pictures of because I was playing game show host :) The kids played a game called Cupid's Target Practice which was like pin-the-tale-on-the-donkey, except with hearts. They also took turns trying to see how many conversation hearts they could drop into a jar to win a few dollar store prizes. There was lots of playing in the playroom, and they went outside in the garage to play with the playhouse and ride-on cars. It was a little crazy at times, but oh so fun.

Here is a pic of the little folks attending the party... minus a couple little guys who were camera shy.

Pizza Time!

Maddie napped for half of the party, and woke up just in time for pizza!

Mmmm Pink Pupcakes (Cupcakes)!

Lindsay was thrilled to finally get to blow out the candles on her own cupcake, or "Pupcakes" as she calls them. With Mama's birthday, then Madison's, it seemed like a long wait for sweet Lulu's! The sweet little lady to the right is Lindsay's best friend, Lila. They are a few months apart and are so cute together.

 

 Happy Birthday to my Lovely Lulu!! We love you!! xoxo

Happy Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine's Day!!

Love,

The Fisher Girls xoxo

Big Snow 2013

This past weekend we got our first big snow! With the North East covered in snow and blizzard conditions, we were happy to stay indoors and have no where to go. We got around 4 inches, which isn't really big compared to Boston's 30 inches! However, I think Jarrett would agree that shoveling 4 inches is a LOT better than 30!!

Here's what we woke up to on Saturday morning...

Cutest little snow bunny! Maddie was taking a nap while we went outside to play.

Making a snow man... it was hard because it was powder!

Backyard

Jarrett carved "J + K" in snow on the trunk of our tree...

Front yard

Finished snow man... Never imagined we would be using our beach toys in the snow... but hey, it worked!!

Madison Grace: 12 Months

How could this little baby be 1 already?!

My precious girl is ONE! How did that happen? This has been a crazy year, with job changes and moving and I feel like all of a sudden I look at my little peanut and she has blossomed into a toddler.

Madison Grace, 1 year

Still our little brunette beauty, her hair is growing longer and almost ready for clips!

Little lady crossing her legs enjoying her lamby chair.

Here are her stats (going in next week and will update):
*Height 28 inches Wearing a size 12 months
*Weight.... 16 lbs, 8 oz

*Teeth... Maddie has finally sprouted her two front teeth, plus another 2 next to them! Final count: two on bottom, and four on top. She has bit me a total of two times, which I think is pretty good!

*Weaned... This week was her last breast feed, and she has done really well! I began dropping feeds after her birthday, and I think my body was about done too because it seemed like I was hardly making milk. She loves to drink whole cow's milk, (unlike Lulu at this age) which is wonderful for the calcium and good fat calories.

*Good Eater... Madison loves to eat, and her favorite foods are spaghetti, macaroni and cheese, and just about whatever Mommy and Daddy have on their plate. She is a pro at feeding herself, and eats with gusto. She loves her sippy cup, and can drink from a straw.

*Physical... A crawling machine, this girl moves fast! She pulls up on everything, and is cruising in between toys and furniture. She is so tiny, I can't imagine her walking yet. Hopefully I still have awhile.

*Sleeping...Hooray! Our girl has been sleeping through the night (7pm-6:45am) on a some-what regular basis. She is taking two 1.5 hour naps per day, or when we run errands, she will take 2 hrs in the afternoons. She fights naps hard, and I know I will have my work cut out for me in the future :) Mama (and the girl) needs those naps!

*Personality... This girl knows her own mind, and in new situations chooses to observe until she feels ready for attention. The other day at church she discovered if she waved at people she would get a response. She began waving at strangers, and particularly elderly gentlemen. I think she probably made their day! She will point to things, wave "Bye Bye", blow kisses and can hold her own with her sister. She is fearless, and has given Mama several grey hairs. A spirited girl, she goes after what she wants, and will let out bone-chilling squeals and screeches to communicate her displeasure. MGF is extremely loving, and is very curious. She loves to cuddle, and enjoys music and being sung to. Her happiest place is still on my hip, and wants to be in the middle of whatever I am doing.

*Talker... She can say "Mama", "Dada", "Uh Oh", "BaBa (baby)" and can point to nose, eyes, mouth and a few animals.

*Sweet memory... Last night we were reading her bedtime book, "When the World is Ready for Bed" and we came to the page where the characters were giving their Mama a hug and kiss good night. As I was reading, "time for kisses, hugs and prayers..." Madison leans over and give me a hug and kiss like in the picture. Melted my heart!

Madison Grace, you are a joy and light of my life!

Cute as a Button and much fun...

Madison Grace is ONE

Happy Birthday Baby Girl!!

We celebrated Maddie's birthday all week, with the arrival of Grammie and Auntie Annie. The girls got plenty of snuggles, playtime and had lots all-around fun!

 It snowed the weekend the girls arrived, and it was a fun change for Auntie who lives in Florida!

Snow watchers

One of Auntie's many talents is cake decorating, and she brought all the fun supplies to make a special fondant cake for Madison's birthday. Lindsay was her sous chef, and had fun making her own pint-sized Hello Kitty cake.

This girl loves to cook in the kitchen!

When the weather improved, Grammie took the girls to Build-a-Bear for early birthday gifts. Right next door was the Disney store, where Lindsay had the opportunity to "open" the store with a little Disney magic. She was a little shy at first, but really got into the play when they let her wear Mickey's robe and hat. They also gifted her with a little Mickey lanyard, which she loved.

Lots of early morning snuggles with Madison & Lulu

The day before Maddie's actual birthday Papa flew in from California! He got lots of sugar from the birthday girl and from Lulu too!

We took the family into town for a tour of Princeton, from a very handsome tour guide. Auntie enjoyed seeing Einstein's classroom, and I think Mom's favorite was the gorgeous stained glass chapel.

Auntie, Jarrett and the little ladies

Looks like Dad needs a smoking jacket and pipe!

 Madison's birthday party was themed, "Cute as a Button" and I had fun recycling some of Lindsay's 1st birthday decorations into her party. It was bright and happy, just like our girl!

The birthday girl feasted on her favorite dinner lately: Spaghetti! Can you tell she liked it?

Look at my new top teeth!!

Then it was time for absolutely adorable cake... Madison was mesmerized by the candle.

MMMMmmm... CAKE! She enjoyed squishing the cake in her hands before deciding to take a bite.

Daddy capturing the first bite of frosting.

It's a hit.

The cute cake stayed cute for a couple minutes more before we all had to dig into it.

 Then it was present time! I loved how excited Lindsay was to open gifts with her sister!

Jarrett and I began the "1 Year" special gifts with Lindsay, and I created a shutterfly photo book documenting each girl's first year. I loved this photo with Madison's birth announcement photo (she was so TINY) juxapositioned with her at 1 year... priceless.

Madison loved her Lamb chair, and climbed right into it. Just like big sis, Madison received a special stuffed toy the day she was born. When she turned 1, Daddy got the matching lamb chair for a sweet place where she can sit and read stories.  Now her and sissy can sit in their chairs together and watch their favorite shows!

After the presents there was a little karaoking...

...and a few spins taken in her new pink ride!

 Thank you family for coming out to be there for Madison's big day! It was so special to get to host our family in our home. I loved to wake up and have coffee together and of course, all the wonderful conversations that develop from being close. We are so grateful to have so many wonderful people in our lives that shower our girls with love! Happy Birthday my baby Madison! Remember, as long as you're living, my baby you'll be! 

Here Comes the Bride

 

We were cleaning out the garage a few weeks ago and Lindsay caught a glimpse of my wedding dress in its giant plastic bag. She exclaimed, "Mommy! Is that your princess dress?" LOL. I couldn't resist and let my little princess try on the veil and corset...I am keeping this pic for one sweet day in the far far future...;)

11 Months

Madison Grace 11 months

Eleven months?!? This year has flown by, and I can't believe sweet Maddie Grace is a few days away from her 1st birthday. Here is what she has been up to this month:
*1st Cold... This month Madison got her first cold and ear infection! Not really exciting news, but this was my first encounter with ear infection as a Mom (Lulu hasn't had one yet) and they are pretty miserable. She is on the mend, just in time for her birthday.

*Eating.... Decided she didn't like peas recently. Will most definitely let you know she doesn't like something by waving her arm/hand to push away the spoon/Kleenex. Her favorite food lately is Kraft Macaroni and Cheese. She has been nursing 4 times per day, although less frequently when she was congested. Although we were doing great with the night weaning, when she got sick I fed her to keep up the fluid and calories. Poor baby! After our 1 year Pediatrician appointment we can begin dropping feeds.  I am not in a hurry, but after 12+ months, Mama is ready to have her body to herself again. I will probably cry at her last feeding... my last baby! Sniff sniff!

 *Sleeping... MG has been sleeping pretty good the past few days since she has been feeling better. She fusses around 11pm and usually goes back to sleep without us having to go in, and has been waking up 1 time around 3am. For a week she was fighting her naps fiercely, mainly because I think she was overtired and not feeling great. Lately she has been taking a nap around 10am-12:30ish, and going down again at 2-3pm. We usually do our errands in the morning, and she is pretty laid back about sleeping in her carseat between stores or the Baby Bjorn.

*Physical... Girl loves to crawl and move! She enjoys following Sister, pulling things out of the cupboards/drawers and patty cake. Luckily she hasn't figured out how to climb the stairs yet! MG is so ticklish, and loves to run her fingers through my hair, or touch Daddy's soft fuzzy hair and bursts into giggles. She's our little love bug, and gives great cuddles, or puts her head on our shoulder for a 'hug'.

*Mamama.. Hooray! Sweet Girl says "Mama" or "Ma" and "Dada".

"I'm gonna get you Mama!!"

*Personality... Our youngest is pretty vocal and outspoken around the house, but in public, is very serious and rarely cracks a smile. Madison is confident in her likes and dislikes, and will make them known. She is quite the squealer, and I can't wait until she picks up some words... we better watch out, because this girl likes to talk. Always curious and inquisitive, she will point at objects and wait for you to tell her what they are called. She loves to read, and especially turn the pages. At bedtime she will promptly hand me "Good Night Moon" to be read as soon as she has her jammies on.

Happy Girl

Little Miss Big Stuff

This picture is from this morning... we were trying to get out the door to take Daddy to work, and Little Miss was super quiet. Should have know she was busy getting into the toilet paper!

Love you sweet girl! Can't wait to watch you eat your first bite of cake in a few days!! xoxo