Halli is growing like a weed. She had a doctor appointment yesterday. At 3 and a half months she is weighing in at 14 pounds 8 ounces which is about the 80th percentile (or as the doctor said-robust), and she is 26 inches long which is off the charts. She is so long-not too lean, but definitely long!
Here is a photo of her that was taken on Sunday. I put a new dress on her and walked out to show Ryan and Carson and Carson said "Oh Halli, you are a princess" (Thanks for the cute dress Lois!) It was cute so I had to take a picture of her. I have also been wanting to post of photo of me, but all the pictures we have are of our children, but Ryan took one with Halli and I in her dress so I could show my "new" haircut. I actually got it cut the end of July, but haven't had any photos so here is my new/old cut. It has grown a bunch since but oh well.Ryan is enjoying his job, and is expecting to start working a lot of overtime sometime next month. It will be hard for me, Carson, and Halli, but it will be nice to have some extra money for Christmas! We'll see just how much overtime it will be when it comes I guess. Speaking of Christmas-my sister Aubry got engaged on Sept 12 (her birthday) and is going to be getting married on December 20th. I am so excited and happy for her and Michael! They are so fun and great together.
Carson is doing ok these days. He has been throwing a lot of fits, and screaming at me a lot...I have tried to figure out the best way to discipline him (time outs, taking prized toys away, putting his blanket in time out, putting him in his room, locking myself in my room) but I just can't seem to find anything that works on him. I have also tried to reward and praise him for good behavior, but that seems to do nothing with the bad. If anyone has any suggestions they would be greatly appreciated. I am just hoping that the "terrible two's" will end when he turns three-or shortly after! On a happier note with him though, we did sign him up for some swimming "lessons" at the rec center here and he just loves it. We go twice a week and get to splash around for a while-he loves the water.
I am doing well. Some days are fantasticly fun, other days are deadly difficult, but we are enjoying life and the changing season. I have also been working on a project/business venture idea for the past week so, and I am really excited about it, and enjoy it alot! So look for some forth comming news and photos on my attempt to do something in my "spare" time.
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Halli is a doll. I can't believe she's so long. And I love your haircut. You look great. We miss you guys. Glad you're doing well.
Tiffani,
Your haircut is adorable. I love it. Halli is too cute. I cannot believe how much she has grown. And Carson calling her a princess is very sweet. Definitely one for the blog. I am so sorry about the terrible two's. Elle is in them, too, and sometimes it seems that nothing works. It seems that you have already tried everything I have ever done. Time-outs seem to be the only thing to work for Elle. It doesnt necisarily make her change her behavior, but it at least makes her stop and have a breather. I put her in her high chair, which buckles, and set the timer for two minutes. I do not talk to her the entire time, which dirves Elle-the constant talker-crazy. Just try to be consistant, and always do the same thing for the same behavior. I know that really sitting down and having a conversation with Elle helps, too. It may not seem like they are listening, but they are. Usually by the next day, Elle will start talking to me about what I had explained to her the previous day. She usually repeats it over and over again, but at least I know she is listening. To tell you the truth, Tiffani, I dont know what works. It seems like when I feel like I have something figured out, Elle will do a completely new thing. I am always havening to do something different. It is hard, but it is worth it. I hope you have a good day.
P.S. Johnny will be jealous of the golfing.
I saw your haircut on one Ryan's facebook page. It's so, so cute! I can't believe how long Halli is! Whoa! I'll have to post Avie's stats on the blog soon. I'm excited to hear about your new business venture. I'm sure that it's nice for you to have something to work on outside of the kidlets. I hope, for your sake, Carson grows out of his fits soon too! I'm dreading that time because my mom says I was a real tantrum thrower, so I guess I'll be having some paybacks. I wish I knew some advice to share, but sadly, I don't and will probably be asking you that very same question when my turn comes around. Oh, we just miss you guys. I wish you were closer for a lot of reasons and especially so Halli and Avie could be best buds!
I love your haircut! Carson and Halli are getting so big! I wish I could help you with the terrible two issues, but if you figure someting out, you'll have to let me know. This little boy is already very active and if he stays this way I'm scared for that time to come! Good luck!
Hey guys! Halli and Carson are the cutest kids ever...I mean it! I miss you guys so much. I mean, SOOO much! I wish you were here. I'm trying to adjust but it is hard. You guys are the best. I love you.
oh hey hottie! So i was just writing to remind you about my other blog. Do you still think you can help me do it? you're the best!
Love you!
Aubry
She is so big! I swear I just saw her!YOu all are looking so cute!
Hi Tiffani! I love your blog. It's so cute. We are back from Utah so we should hang out this weekend. Can you guys get conference at your apt? If not, you should totally come over to our place. :) BTW - I love Halli's dress - she is so cute!!
I love Halli's dress!!! I need to get hannah more dresses!!! It was good talking to you last night, did you get Halli to go back to sleep?
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