Maddy helping Tum work

Some of my favorite moments in the day are when Maddy comes in and wakes us up in the morning with a huge sleepy smile asking for a cuddle. Lately Tum and I have been working early in the morning and she's a little bitter that we're already awake when she comes in since she wants "sleepy cuddles". So... when she came over to give Tum gmornin hugs, she crawled up him and landed on his shoulders. Aaaaand...roll tape.

Car Conversations

Maddy's halloween song

What an awesome weekend. I had to travel last week for work and missed my Maddy and all the kids to pieces. I hate being away for so long. The house was full of kiddos this weekend and we had so much fun. Today we made a big breakfast and then carved pumpkins, Ethan helping Maddy with hers. She was singing this adorable song that DiDi taught the kids and I had to get it on video.

2010 Pics June - December

It's been...a long time

So it’s been a craaaazy year and a half. I just revisited this blog last night after not seeing it in ages and it made tear up thinking that when my marriage ended so did the posts that have been cataloging Maddy’s life since…well…practically birth. So I’m back. We’re back. I’ve got my flip camera charged and ready to capture and share my sweet Maddy moments with friends and family.

Maddy’s life has changed quite a bit. Her family looks a little different. She’s still surrounded by the original players who have always loved and adored her, me half the time, her daddy half the time, her GG, Papa, Gampie and Grammie as much as possible. Her Aunties and Uncles.

There are a few new family members in our household: her Tum and his wonderful kiddos who she calls Zulia, Effan, Dalton, and Zoey. I’m not sure she always understands the new dynamic, but she adores what she sometimes calls her friends, sometimes her family. It’s an all new experience for her to share her mommy, her space, and spotlights with so many new people. She loves the hustle and bustle of our chaotic house and all of her people, and she also cherishes her daddy’s house with her dog and her own space. She has adjusted to her new life extremely well and is as smiley, silly, and sweet as ever. I don’t know what’s up with all of this “S” alliteration. I can’t stop… so sue me. :)

I’m going to start posting my favorite pics of her over the past year and new videos and pics as well.

Playing Outside

Maddy adores her big playground in the backyard. She eats up there, plays with her dolls up there. And just looks so darn cute in there.

My Angel Baby

We've just been having so much fun together. I've always loved being around my Maddy, but since I've been working so much I just can't spend enough time with her and LOVE every minute. She makes my heart smile.

More birthday fun for Maddy

More of Maddy's Birthday

More of Maddy's special day. We blew bubbles for a while, then Linda brought over the most amazing filet's and sides. Right before we ate Kristi and Gary brought over the most perfect gift - princess attire!

Maddy's 2nd Birthday

Maddy has had an awesome birthday week. We took her to Disneyland for the first time on Wednesday (more details and videos to follow) and today we had some fun in the yard. Then the Gunthers came over for Maddy's birthday dinner and cupcakes.

Maddy's New Playground

Heaven!!! My mom hit the Ladera Ranch Community Garage Sale yesterday and found the most amazing deal. This huge plaything was originally over $600 and she got it for $50! Maddy and her little buddies love it to pieces.

Maddy and Quinnie at the zoo

Johnny and Maddy and I went to the San Diego zoo with Julia and Quinnie last week. We had so much fun! Quinnie has a very mellow vibe that seems to restrict Maddy's bully instincts so they "play" extremely well together.

Beauties

Some pics of my monkey, just hangin' around in the buff.

Maddy's New Table

Long story behind this table. A good friend of mine lent me hers for a huge St. Patty's Day toddler party and it was a huge hit. There were probably 10 2 year olds shoulder to shoulder eating cupcakes. It moved with us to the new house and spent a week or so in the yard and Maddy spent every evening out there, playing with barbies, coloring, eating. Then we had to give it back and Maddy's grammie bought her one. It was slightly cracked when it arrived and we had to reluctantly send it back. Shockingly, within 5 days of registering the return, a new one arrived and it was like Maddy's first time seeing it!

Earlier today I was thinking it would be so great to have it for the neighborhood toddlers this evening, and BAM! It was here when we got home.

Easter Eggstravaganza

Maddy had a blast today at the Ladera Ranch Easter celebration. She grabbed eggs, had a hot dog in the buff, and kind of jumped in a bounce house.

Maddy's New Car

Maddy's Great Aunt Kathy sent her an early birthday present and she LOVES it! She spent all evening on the patio in her car...ate dinner in her car...brought her blankies in her car...

More of my little sickie

Her ear infection from a few weeks ago never cleared up, ao after a visit to urgent care and lots of tears we got her on a different antibiotic. She's not quite 100%, but finally got some color back in her face. Still enjoying Monsters Inc. after the 50th time though. :)

Maddy and Quinnie

Here'a cute little video of Maddy and Quinnie (and GG) walking the mall after a fun lunch at Farrells.

My little sickie

Maddy has a rotten cold - nasty cough, lots of snot, and an ear infection. I hate that she doesn't feel well but LOVE my little cuddle bug.