5 Month check

Maddison just had her 5 month check-up and the docs seemed to be concerned that she only gained 2 pounds in a month (although she did seem to grow in length). They did tests and her Mommy is waiting on the results of the blood work.

When did the medical world decide that all babies should weigh a certain amount by a certain age? I remember going through this same BS in the late 70's with Katie, she turned out just fine and there was nothing "wrong" with her back then. The medical community needs to get a grip on themselves and stop trying to get a grip on our money and needlessly worrying people.

I am attaching two pictures, one is of Katie at about 5 months and the other is Maddison from her beach trip last month. If you ask me, they both look quite healthy and about the same weight (Maddison is a bit longer than her Mom at that stage I think).

The Beach

My daughter posted a short video of them taking Maddison to the beach for the first time. And for her first encounter with the big Atlantic Ocean it went pretty good. It's a shame the water couldn't have been warmer for her little feet :( I'm sure it was a memorable moment :)

I have to say that I am so proud of my daughter and son-in-law for the wonderful job they are doing in raising her. The group Maddison and her Mommy belong to is fantastic and she is obviously the apple of her Daddy's eye. You can not help but watch the videos and look at the pictures and see the absolute love and devotion they have for her. And "That" my friends is the way it is supposed to be :)

Even though Maddison was not entirely thrilled with the big ocean with its strange new sounds and feelings I would like to let them know that her Mommy reacted pretty much the same way the first time she met it. But before she was 2 or so we couldn't keep her away.

Again Kids, you are doing so well and should be proud and pleased with the way ya'll are dealing with parenthood. I love you.

Pablum, Rattles and Time

The latest videos posted are just darn cute for words not to mention absolutely priceless. Those booties! Oh my gosh! If only they had made them back when. Oh the fun that would have been had. And trust me, they were not made back then, because if they had been my Mom would have gotten them (in every style), heck I'd have been in line with her. Even without any of the cool, cute and fun things available then or now the first few years are the most fun.

Aside from the joy seeing these videos of Maddison brings me there is a most wonderful side affect that can only be described as a trip in a time machine. And may I add that it does my heart good to hear the family snort still being carried on (sorry baby's). There are times when it feels like I am there again. What a most precious and wondrous gift one could spend their whole life wishing for and I want to take this time to thank my Daughter and Son-in-law from the bottom of my heart for these gifts. Now I truly understand why my parents called my daughter by my name at times; of course at the time I thought they had gone completely mad :)

Keep making those videos so that these special once in a lifetime moments will forever be here. If only the technology had been available back then, after a while the memories get hazy. Of course they all seem to be crashing back as we go along. But you will always have them, enjoy each and every "First" since they only come once per child and the first child is the most exciting. It is wonderful that Katie is able to be there so as not to miss a one and Jason is also able to be right there. You will never experience anything else like this again (well, until you become a grand for the first time).

Wearing food is a mothers blessing that is bestowed upon her by the precious child; it is the child's way to say "Thanks Mom"! FYI, these precious children find uncountable ways to say thanks throughout their lives, and some are quite ingenious. So prepare yourselves for the time of your lives. It's the greats ride in the world.

One Month Old

Growing so fast

I can not believe how fast Madison is growing up! And how much she is starting to look so much like another absolutely adorable baby I knew (gee, wonder who that could be?).

Boy O boy, the first time I saw those two middle fingers in her mouth..... can you say DeJaVue? Good luck with that one kids :)

Our little girl is rolling, escaping, having play dates, barbeque's and loving the water. Next thing you know she will be big enough to really enjoy that bouncy her Mom and Dad have for her.

I wish I could be there in person, but the videos, pictures and commentary my daughter and son-in-law have been providing has really helped. Thanks kids - actually, thanks is not enough but you know what I mean.

By-the-way, for those of you who have not seen the latest video of the little escape artist you really should watch it. Like mother like daughter :) Katie was a bit of escape artist herself. All I have to say is have fun and break out those extra pair of eyes for the back of your heads sweethearts; you're gonna need them.

Side Note on previous post

If you look through the songs in my play list you will notice that there are a great deal of songs that have meaning to not only myself but others I'm sure. Each song on this list has at least ONE memory attached to it for me. The majority have ties to my family. If you haven't heard the whole thing (I add to this periodically, so keep an eye on it) or maybe some of the songs and IF you have some free time; listen to them.

In particular: Numbers 1, 6, 9, 10, 11, 13, 20, 27, 39, 53, 54 and #28 will remind you to think of our boys.

You may be surprised at some of the memories that they may bring up for you :) See, there is a method to my madness (most times). Any way, if it makes you think I've done my job. What? you didn't know that was my job? Well, now the cats out of the bag and my secret is out in the open. It's good to think, and even better to make others (especially young people) think from time to time.

Enjoy and have fun :)

Allready There - Grab the Kleenex!

While listening to music tonight a song came on that brought my daughter to mind and in turn to my precious grandchild. It's on the play list here on my blog - Lonestar's "I'm Already There". If you have never heard it, find it and listen (it's number 43). If you have then you understand; if you know the song and our story, then you know where I'm going. To my beloved and cherished daughter - "Grab the Kleenex sweetie" :) and remember, I Love You.

For those of you that do not know our story; my daughter and I spent a great deal of time apart (far apart in distance). A great deal of our "Mother/Daughter" time was spend via the telephone and mail. And now it will be the same with my grand daughter and then some :( of course my child has video and such now which we didn't have back then which will make it easier. Dang! where was that stuff back then? :) It's a good thing my mind is like a steel trap (where my daughter is concerned) and all the memories are there for me see again and again whenever I want (some I'm sure that she wishes I would forget or at least not repeat - ha, ha).

Katie, I want you to know that the lyrics of this song were true then, now and forever. Where ever you are - "I'm Already There". And of course like it has been from day one, no matter what, if you need me I'm just a phone call away and if you need me there I'll be there. This sentiment now includes Madison and Jason.

For those of you who don't have children, I hope that one day you will be blessed with them and all the wonderful, scary, rewarding and yes even difficulty that comes with them. It is by far the most important and gratifying thing that can happen to anyone. I wouldn't trade it for all the money in the world and not even for the chance to be with Sean Connery :) ha, ha.

Have a wonderful day and don't forget about Father's day in June :) Daddy's need love and recognition too. And Kat, you were definitely blessed with a wonderful, one of a kind Dad - so treasure him.