Grampa's Lil Helper

1- 23 cent bolt + a visit from Grampa K. + Reagan supervising = a fixed recliner!


"Okay Grampa, what's the situation?"

"Yep, yep I see the problem."

"Okay, I think I got it..."

"Let me just get in here real quick..."

"Gramma, the chair is fixed!"

Now all she needs is a pink tool belt! :)

Strive.

I've been hearing about this book for awhile, 'The Help.' And let's face it, who has time to read with a toddler?

I thought my free time, time to read, was over. I was number 131 on the library reserve list- months went by and I had forgotten all about the book. And then the email came, saying it was ready for pick up. And despite my crazy schedule, I found the time to begin reading...

You know that famous line in the movie 'As Good As It Gets' when Jack Nicholson looks at Helen Hunt and says, "You make me want to BE a better man."

That is exactly how I felt only one chapter into 'The Help.' At first I thought, "Ms. Stockett makes me want to BE a better writer." The voice of an African-American maid in the 1960's written by a white author is nothing short of genius. I am there. I feel the fear, the oppression and you know what? It not only made me want to strive to be a better writer, but a better person.

If you do not read or don't think you have time to read... this book will be worth the time, those stolen 10 minutes here or 10 minutes there.. and I guarantee 'The Help' will make you want to strive to do better, be better.

And always, always remember the Golden Rule: Treat unto others as you yourself would like to be treated.

And for that, I thank Ms. Stockett.

"No boys allowed"

Reagan has discovered a new clubhouse. *ignore my mess in the cabinets*

She loves to knee walk her way over to the cabinets, open up the doors and check things out. Last night she promptly climbed in and settled down with a book and her sippy. I guess she's claiming her new clubhouse. Now all she needs is a 'no boys allowed!' sign. :)

"Uh oh!"

*turn up the volume*

Happy Thanksgiving

Even though according to stores, houses on our block with Christmas lights already displayed, and Santas visiting the day after we said goodbye to Halloween, I am a firm believer in: Respect the turkey!

Thanksgiving is the one day set aside to relax with family and friends and thank our blessings. I for one, am so very thankful this year. There may be trials and tribulations ahead, but I am so thankful for the blessings I have right now.

I hope everyone had a joyous Thanksgiving holiday and here's to a wonderful rest of the year!

Thanksgiving day at G&G Wallace's~

Nap time...

xoxo

Daily Meditation

'The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you.'

God our Father,

Walk through my house and take away all my worries and illnesses and please watch over and heal my family and friends.

In Jesus' name,

Amen

Peanut update

Reagan finally had her 1 year check-up last week and passed with flying colors! We love getting good news from the Dr. and peanut had a great visit.

She weighed in at 22 lbs. 4 and 1/2 oz. which equates to 60th percentile for weight. She is 30 and 1/2 inches long, which is the 80th percentile for height and I don't remember the exact measurement except 'big' for her head, which was 90th percentile.

She got 4 shots which she hated but recovered fairly well from. Andy has taught her to say 'thank you' after we give her something, albeit a toy or food, and so she promptly said 'thank you' to me as I was feeding her puffs in the exam room. The Dr. loved that one.

She is on track with all of her milestones so we are getting ready to turn her car seat around and we keep working on the walking thing. So far, her knees are holding up. If she has to have knee replacement surgery in her 20's, don't blame me! :)

We had a great weekend visiting G&G K. and the Knight clan this past weekend for Thanksgiving. Peanut loves her cousin time!

Here are a few pics~ enjoy!


"Move outta the way penguin. There's a remote to be had!"

"What's this Gramma? A cookie?"

"I need privacy please. And more cookies..."

Such a big girl!

Visiting Great Gramma W.~

"This bounces. I'm scared."

"Oh wait a minute. This is fun!"

xoxo