just a quick post before bed.
Skyler refused to go to sleep last night till 11:30pm. He wanted to lay in my bed and snuggle with me. I, of course, wasn’t ready for bed, so I let him lay on the couch (in complete darkness) in hopes that he was going to fall asleep. He didn’t. Instead we talked.
S- I’m scared mommy.
M- Scared of what?
S- Monsters. Monsters gonna get me.
M- Monsters aren’t going to get you. I won’t let them. The Backyardigans are also going to snuggle with you and keep the monsters away.
S- No. Mommy keep monsters away.
I love him.
I’m almost done with the camo longies. Just one more pant leg to knit up, knit together the crotch and sew up the elastic in the waistband, and I’m done. Next project will probably be a blue and white pair of newborn/3 months longies. I have some really soft wool yarn that will be perfect.
Merry (belated) Christmas!
Christmas has come and gone and I’m happy to report that I have survived the holidays. I can’t wait to be able to just relax now.
I got some wonderful yarn, knitting book, new yarn rolling case and some fabulous needles. Perfectly complements my new fun hobby :)
Skyler got tons of presents. Backyardigan beanies (Thanks to the cutest curly hair Miss Santa I have ever met. And her wonderful Mommy ;), wonderpets action figures, Diego play toys, child digital camera, cassette player with a Backyardigans music CD and cassette, several books, clothes, 2 Mr. Potatohead toys. (One original, One spiderman and extra pirate accessories) and a fun Vtech Vsmile game system with not only the Diego Cartridge, but the Backyardigans cartridge too.
I think we had a great Christmas.
because all I do is update the blog sporatically.
Christmas is only 7 days away. Freaking craziness. I’m not quite finished with Christmas shopping but will finish up this weekend. Sad to say I am ready for the holiday season to be over with so everything can calm down.
Work is the same. Some things bad, some things good. I find myself getting less stressed which is definitely a plus.
I snuggled with Skyler last night after hearing about an online friend’s son. My heart is still aching but it shows me how thankful I need to be to have such a healthy little boy. Please everyone, keep on praying. I’m a person who knows very little about religion and I am no where near being close to religious, but it’s times like these I question faith and pray for the answers.
Speaking of Skyler. He is doing great. Still trying (badly) with the potty training. I can’t even believe how big he is getting. Everyday I am shocked by how much of a little person he is becoming. From attempts at holding real conversations to his continous “Skyler do it” independent spirit, he really is growing up.
Unfortunately, I’m just not ready for him to grow up.
1/30 - day after halloween 08
This was Skyler’s first year getting to celebrate Halloween. His first year to go trick or treating and really enjoy candy. His first year of choosing what to dress up as. I think he really enjoyed it. Because of technical difficulties, I wasn’t able to get pictures Halloween night but I did capture a couple pictures the day after. When he was still insisting on wearing his Batman shirt of his costume. I can’t believe how fast he’s growing up.
it’s my something to look forward to
Vacation in T-17 days. It’s insane how much I’m looking forward to this. Friday I’m going to call and reserve the camera. Still not sure if I’m going to get the lens with it. I’m drooling over the thought of using a 1.2 L lens but the thought of what the money COULD be used for makes me hesitant.
Still searching for that new job.
Still just as confused as ever thanks to a certain someone.
And the fact that it’s been almost 2 years since HE has seen Skyler is bringing me to tears at a moments notice. I know it’s not worth getting upset over, but no child deserves to be without a father.
I guess it’s just one of those things that really shows you how unfair life can get.
I love….
I love….
….how every night Skyler goes to sleep snuggling a book. Yesus forbid he snuggles his stuffed animals.
….how every WEEKDAY morning he yells at me that he wants to sleep. “Light off!” he demands. Too bad he won’t sleep in on the weekends.
….when I pick him up from daycare and I’m greeted with not one, not two, not three, but FOUR (aren’t I lucky?) hugs around my legs and 1 amazing smile that I can’t wipe off his face. He’s always so glad to see me and so sad to leave daycare.
….how he offers me his bottle of water (really it’s mine) and when I turn down the offer, gets an angry look in his eyes and yells at me until I take a drink. I guess I was thirsty ;)
….the way he loves to snuggle while watching Wonderpets and the way he loves to dance while watching Backyardigans.
….the way he sings along while we are watching Wonderpets.
….how sweet, smart and amazing my wonderful little boy is.
….every moment I have with Skyler. He is my world.
The Big 2 plus 1 month
Skyler,
You have been two for a little over a month now and I have to honestly say that I’m having more fun each and everyday. You are such an incredible little boy and so far being two has lived up to it’s expectations and surpassed them.
It’s amazing how much more you are talking. New words and phrases that you pick up daily. From saying ‘please’ & ‘thank you’ to singing along with the Backyardigans and Wonderpets. I told myself to despise the tv when you were so little, but now I’ve learned to choose the right programs because some shows do have their benefits. It’s so nice that you have your favorite shows to dance and sing along with. I get an even bigger tickle when you ask for Spiderman so politely. Your personality is starting to shine brighter than I could have ever thought possible.
Even more exciting is the fact that you are rocking the potty training! I know it will be some time before you tell me that you have to go potty, so I try to keep a close eye on the clock knowing when you last went and I’m thankful that you seem to be on a pretty regular schedule. I’m even more thankful for the days that I go without changing a diaper because I know that’s one step closer to wearing big boy underpants.
Skyler, you still have your terrible two moments, but I wouldn’t change you for anything.
Thank you for being such a wonderful and amazing little boy.
And have I mentioned how your smile just brightens my day?
Birthday pictures
Just a few quick pictures. I’m having hand/wrist pains so I’m not going to type much.
Tomorrow is his official birthday. I’ll do a real post then :)
birthday cake bokeh
birthday cake bokeh, originally uploaded by jessica.erin.
Most of the way finished with Skyler’s birthday cake. I wanted to do a car theme. I had fun doing this :)
Will update more tomorrow. Off to bed now!
my boy
He’s been making me laugh when I need it most. He makes silly faces and loves to laugh and smile. He doesn’t give smiles for anything or anybody, so every smile and every laugh I manage out of him is incredibly special.
He loves to play and wrestle and finds everything I do so hilarious. From building beds out of blocks for his stuffed animals to tossing him up in the air when we are outside. He had me lay down on the floor and then proceeded to cover me with blocks until I sat up quickly and roaring at him. That one had him falling on the floor because he was laughing so hard.
He loves snuggles at times when I need snuggles the most. He runs to me and gives me a huge hug around the legs when I arrive at his daycare. Then lets go to retrieve his stuffed lovey only to come back to me and give me another hug. He then grabs my hand and waves “bye bye” at his friends and to tell them “Bye Bye! See you morrow!”.
He shares his food with me and shares his paci at bedtime. He always wants me to lay down in his bed but settles for his giraffe and bear when I tell him that it’s not mommy’s bedtime just yet. It the morning I get a huge smile and a “Hi Mommy!” to start my day with.
I could go on and on to express how much I love him and how much joy he brings into my world. Or I could post a picture that expresses that and so much more. I love you Skyler. 2 is going to be an incredible age for you. It’s going to be an incredible year. We will live it well.
just the two of us
Another weekend past. Skyler and I went on a few walks this weekend. I enjoy spending alone time with him. Just a time that I can collect my thoughts and relax and enjoy being with him. I feel like I miss so much working full time. I feel like he’s growing up right before my eyes and I’m missing the changes. He’s talking so much more now. He’s playing and using his imagination. He even tries to sing along with the music. He’s not my little baby anymore. He’s got his likes and dislikes and his attitude when things don’t go his way. He’s becoming a real little person. Pretty soon he won’t be my toddler anymoe…
My wrist is still hurting. I know it doesn’t help that I’m still getting on the computer. I’m still processing pictures and blogging and emailing friends. I’m still on the computer at work. I’m still getting my camera out and taking pictures. I’m supposed to be resting my right arm but there is so much for me to do. I’m wearing the brace and thumb splint 24/7 but I don’t know how much it’s helping. I guess I’ll be going to the doctor again this week…
Just a few pictures to end the post. I managed to get a couple of shots of Skyler tonight when it was nearing sunset. I’ve never captured sun flare before so I was excited to get these.
Erin Star Photography
Quick post.
New name and some design changes to the blog. My Photography business will now be known as Erin Star Photography. Kimberly and Sarah actually had some part in the name. Long story. I won’t go into details. Just thanking them both for such a fantastic name. My middle name is Erin, so it works ;) I do however get to thank Kimberly for such a fabulous new blog header. 3 new blog headers to be exact. It’s simple, colorful and it’s me. Love love love it. Thank you again Kimberly.
Now onto the updates:
I called the hospital. They need someone to do the newborn portraits. It would be 9:30-12:30 (possibly till 1 or 2 just depending on how many births). I told her that I was hoping to do a Saturday & Sunday thing but she asked me if I would be able to do during the week also. Considering that it hurts for me to miss a day, I don’t know how well that will work out. However, I told her that Monday & Wednesday are days that I HAVE to be at my full time job. In two weeks, I should get a call back for an interview. They are taking names and numbers and then will start interviews. I’m crossing my fingers. I would LOVE to do this.
Skyler’s birthday in 8 days. My birthday in 5. Another year older, another year past. I still have no clue what to get Skyler for his birthday. I have bought him a couple puzzles, some winter shirts and an elmo toy but nothing special. I want to get him something really special but I have no clue what. He doesn’t need anything. He plays with all of his little people. Doesn’t need any more. He plays with the many different blocks he has. Doesn’t need anymore. Plays with his tons of duplos. Definitely doesn’t need anymore. What do you give to the toddler that is happy with everything that he has?? And he certainly can’t tell me what he wants. Any ideas, oh faithful blog readers?
I’m getting slack happy with my photography. I’ll use my carpal tunnel as an excuse for not picking up my camera. I need to use carpal tunnel as my excuse for staying off the computer, but I can’t. I’ve been getting on way too much. I did however take a couple pictures worth photoshopping when Skyler and I went on a walk today. It was hot outside and the sun was beating down but it felt good just walking side by side with him as he pointed out and named everything in sight. I love him.
not much of an update
This will be a small update. Not much to blog about.
Finally got some new pictures uploaded to Flickr. I guess I should say, finally got a chance to get out my camera and get some pictures taken.
Updated the photo gallery. I have plans to update it every Sunday. I’ll try to keep up with this.
errr… Not much else going on. Less than 3 months till Skyler and I fly out So Cal for a few days. I need to make a doctor appointment for what I think is Carpel Tunnel Syndrome, which by the way, is NOT fun to have. I blame it on the fact that I sit down at a computer while I’m at work. Plus, the downtown Nashville hospital is looking for a newborn photographer. It won’t be the type of newborn photography that I enjoy doing, but it might be a good chance to get my name out there. I’ve got plans to call them tomorrow. :)
Bed now. Toddler is congested and is waking up every hour. Which means I won’t be sleeping tonight.
sick toddler
Skyler missed daycare today because he woke up with a fever. He had a fever last night too. He wanted to eat but he couldn’t choke down his food. Whatever food he could choke down caused him to break down in tears because it hurt so bad. This morning, I give him some motrin and within 30 minutes he was asking for food. He ate all morning. By lunch he was starting to give me that uncomfortable look when he swallowed his food. By 3pm he was feverish and couldn’t eat. Wanted to eat but couldn’t.
My poor baby. I think he’s got strep and I’m hoping that’s all it is. So I set up a last minute doctor appt and told C that I wouldn’t be in tomorrow. He said he would leave a note in the closing email about me calling out. I called my boss and left a message on her voice mail what was going on. I left a post-it note stuck to her computer telling her why I wasn’t coming in tomorrow. I sent her an email and told her exactly what was going on.
Tomorrow is not a good day to miss work but I have no choice. My child comes first.
forget-me-nots
Things I don’t want to forget.
I’m stealing this idea from the completely aMAYSing Sarah.
This morning Skyler wanted to pick out what shirt to wear. I held him in my arms while I sorted through each of his shirts that was hung in the closet. The first one he looks at, puts his finger to his mouth and goes “uum…… no”, second shirt - finger to the mouth - “umm…… um.. no”, third shirt - finger to the mouth - “umm….. uh huh!”
This scene set my day for me. I’m grateful for the mornings that are easy and relaxing. The mornings without temper tantrums. I’m grateful for sleeping all night and waking up to such a happy little boy.
And I’m grateful for such a fabulous day. A fabulous afternoon. An afternoon where a certain someone came up to me at work and greeted me. Where he flashed me his smile and asked me how my day had been. He doesn’t normally greet me in such a way. He didn’t even need anything. Just wanted to say ‘hello’. Have I mentioned that I’m actually looking forward to working on a Wednesday?
busy busy weekend
The weekends are never long enough. I didn’t even manage to get enough done. Just cleaned off my computer and moved about 10gb (if not more) of files to my external hard drive. Ran a disk clean up. Finally uploaded tons of photos just sitting on my hard drive to flickr. Lots of laundry. Picked blueberries. Cared for a sick toddler while being sick myself. The last one was easy though. I enjoyed just laying around and snuggling while we watched movies and napped.
Big News. Starting August 19th, (skipping August 26th) I will be taking photography sessions on Tuesdays. I don’t know how long this will last for, but it’s something I want and need to do. I’m excited. I will be doing babies 4mnths - 15mnths. In family home or on location. Now I just need to talk to work about doing 4 day work weeks or only working half days on Tuesdays.
Also, I’m going to start making tutu’s. To use with photography sessions and to sell. Email me if you are interested and I can give you more information. :)
I’m excited. I’m tired of watching my life pass me by. I need to do something for me.
Lastly, just a few pictures to put a smile on my readers faces :)
