It's Been Way Too Long......

First off, I want to apologize for not blogging in so long! Life has been extremely busy...in a good way! We are chugging along here in Mobile, Alabama, and we have been very blessed along the way!

Kamryn has been moved up to an older classroom at daycare. I had very mixed emotions about this. There are no cribs in this class, just toddler cots. No bottles. No binkies. No high chairs. She sits at a little table, and eats in the cafeteria. Can you believe it? My little baby now eats in the cafeteria! I was a little misty-eyed when I dropped her off for her first day in her new class. Adjusting to this new schedule has been a little tough for Kamryn. She only gets one nap a day as opposed to two naps. So, when I pick her up, she is EXTREMELY cranky. She is sooooooo overwhelmingly tired. I try to put her down for a nap as soon as I can when I get home. She is getting more and more used to the routine. But today, she cried when I dropped her off, and that made me sad. She rarely does that. But when she does, it just tears me up. But her teacher assures me that Kamryn always stops crying in mere seconds after I leave.

Our family has wasted no time getting in the swing of summer. Last weekend, we celebrated my niece's six year birthday with a pool party! We have decided that Kamryn will easily be a water-baby. She loves the water! She even got her head wet, and loved it! Of course, being around a pool is scary. When I was a news reporter, I did stories on tragedy after tragedy of little toddlers finding their way to the pool and falling in. We would like Kamryn to learn how to swim as soon as she is physically able to. But I can tell you this...she loves the water! For now, she has no idea that bad things can happen.

This weekend, we celebrate father's day. We will once again head to Hattiesburg. I will spend Friday night with my dad and Saturday night with Josh's dad. Josh's dad hasn't been able to really spend a lot of time with Kami. So, I am excited about spending the day at Rowell Ranch. We are also blessed to spend the day with Josh's pa paw, who fought for his life last week. After prostate surgery, he had a stroke and kidney failure. (it's a long story that I won't get into in this blog). But pa paw is a tough cookie! He pulled through and he is back to his old self!

We are also praying for our friends Glyn and Ashley, whose twins are due in about four weeks. So far, things are looking good! I am excited about the impending birth. It also brings back memories of Kami. I remember being so happy the day I gave birth. I also remember struggling to adjust to motherhood. Indeed, life will be different for the Guidry's, especially with two babies. Can you imagine? I know twins are quite common, but it's hard for me to comprehend the thought of having TWO newborns at one time! I know my friends will be overwhelmed, but they will also be very blessed. I can't wait to meet the twins!

I will post Kami swimming pictures shortly. Much love! XOXOXOXOXOX!

Happy Mother's Day

Mothers are a gift from God! I thank Him every day for giving me a wonderful mom, and for allowing me to be a mommy to my little Kamryn.

More Than A Mother

When God set the world in place,when He hung the stars up in space,

when He made the land and the sea,then He made you and me.

He sat back and saw all that was good, He saw things to be as they should.

Just one more blessing He had in store; He created a mother, but whatever for?

He knew a mother would have a special place to shine His reflection on her child's face.

A mother will walk the extra mile just to see her children smile.

She'll work her fingers to the bone to make a house into a home.

A mother is there to teach and guide, a mother will stay right by your side.

She'll be there through your pain and strife, she'll stay constant in your life.

A mother will lend a helping hand until you have the strength to stand.

She'll pick you up when you are down,when you need a friend she'll stick around.

A mother is one who listens well,will keep her word; will never tell.

A mother never pokes or pries but stands quietly by your side,

giving you the strength you need, encouraging you to succeed.

A mother is one who can be strong when you need someone to lean on.

You're more than a mother to me; a reflection of Him in your face I see,

a love that knows no boundaries.

I'm glad that you chose to be all this and more to me.

You share a love that knows no end,you're more than my mother,you are my friend.

Kari Keshmiry

An Unwanted Present

When I became a mom, I knew I would have to become used to all things that are gross. Well, Kami has gotten into a habit of wanting to take off her diaper whenever she's wearing a dress. Last weekend, her granna put her to bed without putting any pants over her diaper. When Kami woke up, she left us a nice little present in the crib. Yes, she had taken her diaper off and dropped the bomb. We had to stick her in the bathtub and wash everything in her crib. Ahhhhhh, the joys of motherhood

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Happy Anniversary!

On April 23rd, Josh and I celebrated our four year wedding anniversary! Josh and I actually started dating back in 1996. So, we've been an old married couple for years! Many of you have been with us through our ups and downs. But I have to say, marriage has been AWESOME! I wouldn't change a thing, and having Kamryn was nothing short of a miracle. Thank you for four great years, and the best is yet to come!

Some Health Concerns

As usual, Kami has had some visits to the doctor. She broke out in red spots on parts of her body. She also had thrush...a yeast infection in her mouth. Blah! But she is on a cream an antibiotics, and she is happy as can be. Poor little thing! It never seems to end for her!

I'm Walking!

Well, my little girl is officially a toddler. She finally started walking! She is so cute as she struggles to keep her balance! Now, she is absolutely into everything. She loves opening and closing doors. She loves looking at herself in the oven door reflection. She loves taking everything out of her pajama drawer, then putting it back in. Every day is a brand new adventure for her. Wow, how I long to have that enthusiasm! She is a very happy little girl. She is described as "jolly" at daycare.

She finally has enough hair to hold a bow! Yayyyyy! Last weekend, Kami was all green as we went to the Irish Italian festival. It was rainy, but we still had a blast. Kamryn is bringing us so much joy.

First Kiss!

We all remember our first kiss. Actually, some of us would like to forget it! Ha! Ha! But I just experienced a first kiss that I will forever cherish! I asked Kamryn to give me a kiss, and she gave me one smack on the lips. It was the first time she had ever done that! She was so sweet!

She also knows what "hugs" are. I've been asking her to give me hugs lately, and she just climbs on my lap, buries her head in my chest and hugs me. She is also very liberal with those hugs!

But she is more picky with the kisses. I asked her for another kiss this morning. She shook her head no with a big smile on her face. I said, are you sure? And I puckered up, making a funny face. She just laughed and shook her head no. She is too precious!!