Sleeping Sweetheart

Josephine Sculpture Park

After being cooped up in the house all week with the flu, we were all pretty anxious to get out and go somewhere... anywhere but Lexington. On the way to Louisville, we saw a sign for the Josephine Sculpture Park in Frankfort and decided to stop. What a wacky and weird little park!

There were tons of crazy and cool sculptures to check out. Of course, Stella was instantly drawn to the horse statue.

Nice Day to be Outside

It's a nice day to be outside!

Sick with the Flu

Our family got slammed with the flu this week. Porter basically missed an entire week of school, Daddy stayed home 2 days from work, and I was pretty down and out for a solid day and half. Once we were all better, Stella then got hit with it too.

Stella's 4-Year Well Visit

This beautiful girl had her 4-year well visit today. She is now 39 inches in height (32nd percentile) and 31 pounds in weight (16th percentile). She had to take 3 shots in the leg, and the third one really hurt. She's a trooper though and got through it as well as could be expected.

You're Sweet

Check out Stella's Valentine's Day cards that we had made by Tiny Prints. I think they look so cute as well as delicious!

Stella's Birthday List

Birthday shopping for Stella was pretty simple and inexpensive this year. She let us know weeks before her birthday that she wanted a crown, a magic wand, and light-up Cinderella shoes. I'm not sure if she's always going to be this easy to please, but here's hoping!

Happy 4th Birthday, Stella!

Dear Little Bug,

I call you my little bug because you are a relentless little love bug. I eat up every moment you want held, climb into bed in the morning to snuggle, or lean in to give a little muga-muga (like an Eskimo kiss only a bit more vigorous). I am happy you are still quite fond of me and seek opportunities to be near.

You’ve done a lot of growing up this past year, though you are still quite small in stature. You have entered preschool here in Lexington, and we’ve been reminded over and over again by your teachers of how sweet you are. 

It is both exciting and sad to see you grow up so quickly. Pretty soon you will stop saying things were “accidoo’s” when you break or spill something, or when you are hungry how you want chicken, fries, and “petchup,” or how you need “sour cream” to ease your ailments.

It is so entertaining to listen and watch you play. You are very independent with your playtime and enjoy lining up your My Little Pony figurines and creating a dialogue and storyline for each one. You are a creative young lady and not afraid to let your thoughts be known, especially through your facial expressions. You have some of the best mean mugs I’ve ever seen!

You and your brother are very different, but there is one big thing you both have in common. You both love to love and be loved. You have big hearts and kindness to your cores. I look forward to seeing how you both continue to grow and impact the world around you.

Love Always and Forever,
Daddy

Donuts with Dad

This morning, Daddy and Stella dressed up for a special event at Stella's preschool called Donuts with Dad. Although Stella wasn't that much into the donuts, she really loved having Daddy with her at preschool. They are a great daddy and daughter duo!

Here's a video of Daddy and Stella before they left for Donuts with Dad:

Shillito Park

On this warm, winter day, we ventured to Lexington's Shillito Park. It was awesome! Check out the video below of Daddy and Stella having fun at the playground:

Ornery Smile

I love Stella's little ornery smile!

Rainbow Spaghetti

The kids and I made rainbow spaghetti today.

This was meant as a sensory activity, not as dinner. However, both of these little stinkers stole a few nibbles.

Our Blog Got a Make-Over

My 2016 Christmas present was a make-over for my beloved blog. It took a little time, but the new look has finally been revealed, and I love it! Special thanks to Erin at Designer Blogs!

The "Old" Version of Our Blog

Rustic Bouquet

These two were so excited to bring me this fabulous, rustic bouquet that they created together!