The Stinkin' Pink Thing

See, there's this shirt. It's pink with frilly little waves along the sleeves and waist. It has a Dora the Explorer graphic brightly displayed across the front. I really don't like that cartoon. I have never sat through a single episode and probably never will. Dora just rubs me the wrong way. Because of this I have a love-hate relationship with this shirt.

It wouldn't be so bad if I would have just snuck it into the bottom of the donation bag that sits at the foot of M's bed collecting outgrown outfits. But, silly me, tossed it on top of the bag. A perfect spot for E to eye spy. And what does she do right when she wakes up this morning: she eye spies it, picks it up and runs off with it.

I couldn't help but let her pick it up. She was so curious and gentle about looking at it that I had to let her at least see what it was. Big mistake.

Next thing I know she has her legs through the neck of the shirt and is waddling around with it half way over her little diaper butt. I have to give her credit for attempting to dress herself at 17 months old. Well, I try to wiggle it off of her because I really didn't want her to wear the stinkin' pink thing and for the very first time ever she will not let me walk away with a piece of clothing.

So I throw it over her head and stick her arms through. She looks down at her belly and gives a satisfied little smirk. E wore the darn Dora shirt to daycare. Yes, I did cover it with a purple zip up hoody so only part of the little cartoon face was sticking out. I had too.

Obviously one full day didn't give her enough time with the shirt. When I tried to put it in the dirty laundry basket, after dressing her in pajamas, I turn around and she's got it all tangled around her little legs. At this point I have to laugh at my little fashion queen. I let her stagger around the apartment holding up the Dora shirt and trying not to trip.

I am 99% sure I just experienced our first outfit disagreement. I know it won't be the last. I have a feeling I am going to have a very brightly mismatched daughter for years to come.

P.S. I think I'll keep the shirt.

Keep Loving.

Down right good relaxing time.

Edee and I have spent the entire day together. A long week has made it 100% necessary to get in extra zzz's in the A.M., more cuddles than usual and some down right good relaxing time. This momma needed it after a full week of work. Time away makes our time together just a little bit more special.

What a busy work week it has been. I can't complain because pay day has made it well worth it, but I've missed my baby and my hubby a lot.

Instead of wasting precious minutes cleaning our bedroom, crafting or anything else, I have been down on all 4's right next to E. We've been playing with her favorite pink ball, working on our dance moves and making a mess of the dvd shelf.

E has been great today. I had to do my usual Friday banking which involves driving out to get my check from work and then scootin' to the other side of town to cash it. In the rear view mirror I watched Edee's little fit wiggling around the whole time. Evidently, I brought the perfect toys along for the ride; glow worm, iphone case, and star shaped teether. Go Mom!

A happy baby makes for a happy Mommy. Her afternoon nap allowed me to delve into my current tv show fave. She woke up with smiles and has been roaming around just content as can be. I look at her and want to scoop her into my arms and squeeze her. I can't get enough of my little girl.

We treated Dad to lunch today. Then, ran downtown with our friends Sarah and Jackson to an adorable shop to check out some Robeez. Aberdeen's is like the Mommy/shopaholic heaven. They have everything! My favorite part is the items from local vendors; burp clothes, hair bows and head bands, hats and blankets. Each from a different vendor. Sarah's MIL bought Jackson the cutest Robeez. He is set to go for a year or so! She also treated Edee to the most adorable soft slipper/shoes. They are totally girly with pink lace and flowers. Irresistibly cute! What a treat! I totally didn't expect to leave the store with something new for her. Thanks again Bonnie!

Tonight we are headed to do dinner with the Stevens\Evans friends! So glad! We have been trying to squeeze in a get together for a little while now. I'm looking forward to seeing the littles together, dinner and in depth conversations!

Happy Friday everyone!

Keep loving.