Project Love ME: prompt 2- Dream- Flashback

What were your dreams when you were younger? What did you used to dream about — whether it came true or not? What was important to you when you were growing up? Where did you think your life would take you?

I use to dream about running off and living in a exclusive and hippie island with exclusive lifestyle. I wanted to run around without any cares or worries in the world.

I wanted to hangout in a huge group of people around a bonfire and dance and relax. I wanted to sip drinks while I basked in the sun.

Photo a Day 2011!! ,Journal Entry 1-6-11 , 3 months milestone!!

1-4-11

1-5-11

1-6-11

1-1-11- Swinging

1-2-11- Bouncer

1-3-11- Toys

1-4-11- Sleeping w/ Mommy

1-5-11- Sleeping

1-6-11- Bumbo

Well to be honest, That is the most p365 I've ever kept up with!! I'm so happy for you, you are my inspiration!

Journal entry 1-6-11

So the last couple of days we've had a lot of fun! First off you got to visit Stephanie and Mike and their two babies Brady and Evan. They are actually the first babies you've met so far!!

so I always like to keep things up to date and share quickly with family... so i actually use facebook a lot! Facebook is a social network that everyone can connect to! You update your "status" and it lets everyone know what you are up too. Since so many people out there are on facebook, its a great way to network and have a relaxing time finding out what everyone is up too.

So here are some of my latest status updates... and it will let you know what you have been up too the last few days!! I actually find it a super duper easy way to do daily journaling!! Its pretty much how you connect to friends and family these days

here are some randomness posts from 1-4-11 to 1-6-11!! 

Anyone been on my ___ <-- yea myspace \:) lately? Its a black spaced advertising revenued version of facebook... But i have no idea what anyone that i know is doing?!? I got on the app version i didnt see one friend face that i know either! Oh the social networking... Ill stick to facebook because i totally wanna know what everyone did today!

Tues am.

I need a hairstylist!! hmm wonder who? I promise not to tell you how to do it the entire time ;)

Tues am.

70 boxes of shipment in 7 hours killed me!! according to breana logan im not alone!

Tues pm.

geez Emma is STILL asleep... don't get me wrong I love it I've never had this much free time in the morning! I'm prepping for major playing...

Weds. am

i have the freakin cutest daughter!! she just said growled at her uncle!! rawr!!

Weds. pm

Its poker and drinks tonight!

Weds. pm

I officially have a 3 month old!!

Thurs. am

I finally have red hair again!!!

Thurs. pm

So thats pretty much how we spent the last 3 days. We visited friends, planned my hair makeover, bought you a new bumbo, played some poker, took some photos, played some games, cleaned house, and relaxed together!

so I'll share some photos! they sum up the last 3 days too!!

you with a hoodie... its my absolute favorite look on you.

you hanging out with the boys

playing poker!

you hanging out in your new bumbo!!

quick milestone list:

You are starting to laugh out loud!!

You are now making growling noises!!

Sleeping through the nights!!

Sitting up for 30 secs alone!!

Also you hit 3 months yesterday!!

Your 3-Month-Old Baby: Infant at Last

At three months, your baby officially becomes an infant! This milestone is marked by not only chubbier cheeks, but personality galore! Here's what else your three-month-old is up to these days.

He may not get an actual diploma, but this month marks your baby's official graduation from newborn to infant status. He's still got a lot to learn (obviously!), but one thing he definitely realizes now is there's more to life than eating, sleeping, and pooping! These days, he's likely to stay awake for longer stretches during the day and (with any luck) stay asleep for longer stretches at night. He's no doubt making you chuckle, and he's probably giggling himself by now (bring on the raspberries!) as well as bringing his little paws together (clap hands!). Some babies may even begin to bear a bit of weight on their legs, but don't worry if yours doesn't — he's just not ready and that's just fine.

One thing your 3-month-old baby is definitely ready to do is show you his budding personality. He may be serious, silly, gregarious, persnickety, or determined — the bottom line is he is who he is and he's all yours! Don't give in to the urge to compare him with other babies. His unique qualities are what make him special, just as yours do for you.

Now, besides the routine care and feeding of your little one, your job is also to stimulate his intellectual growth. That's less complicated than it sounds — singing and talking are two wonderful ways to help a baby's brain shift into high gear. Some new twists to try: Use different tones of voice as you speak, and sing songs with surprise endings ("Pop Goes the Weasel" is an oldie but goodie). When you tell a story or recite a nursery rhyme, insert your baby's name for a character's name so he gets used to hearing it in a variety of tones and situations. Another great way to increase his awareness of the world is to take him on expeditions. Go for a walk and watch him respond with glee as he watches leaves move and birds fly and listens to the sounds of dogs, cars, or just about anything that makes a noise.

At playtime, your baby's hands and fingers are still his favorite toys, but now he might be able to do more with them than just insert them in his mouth. During tummy time (which he should be becoming a pro at by now), try rolling a ball about two feet in front of him. With a little practice he'll soon be able to coordinate his hand and eye movements to reach for it. This is also the perfect time to break out a floor gym if you have one. It'll allow your baby to practice his kicks and reaches as he works on those cognitive skills (what's the colorful spinning thing and why does it jingle when I bat it?). Another thought-provoking play item: a child-safe activity mirror. Hang it on the side of his crib and you just might get a few extra minutes of sleep in the morning while he entertains himself with the most amazing sight in the world — his very own face!

-what to expect.com!

a new look

So I have our friend Laura coming by Friday to cut my hair... and I mean really cut my hair. I always give myself 3 options.

this is what I'm working with. I have a great length to go off. oh the decisions. 

I'll be picking up my color and stuff today! ohh you are heading to the beauty supply store. Trust me one day kid you'll love them!

Journal entry- 1/3/11

So its been a few days I think its time for a new journal entry. Always super fun to sit here while you are sleeping and gather my thoughts. You've been sleeping long enough for me to design 2 new canvas artwork sketches and surf through some of my favorite sites... that totals almost a 3+ hour nap during the day. Oh I hope you sleep tonight little lady. 

Before that we did another photoshoot!! We were in desperate need of one. They came out super cute, but I can't quite share them yet, with all the super fun editing that goes along with them.

Hopefully that will be something we start on soon. Its always something that mommy and daddy do together. We are a photo taking duo. 

i did take some snapshots today!

your 3 month shots the are a few days early but thats ok!

Em @ 3 months

3 months w/ daddy!! So this was taken during on of your favorite moments with daddy. Playing Halo! you are both so into it lol. You sit there and keep moving daddy's camera around and turning on his night vision goggles. 

and here is 3 months w/ mommy! This is a self portrait one because of earlier discussions of my hair up or down, or long or short! I said the always true test is the teenage self portrait! I think hair up is success. its usually that way since you like to grab it.

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well after a super long break I'm back to finish up this post. As i was writing you woke up, so we had our fun night-time stuff. it starts with learning time. We play and talk and work on motor and sensory skills. We add in sitting and tummy time too. After all that we take a break and let you do something interactive with us. This time we did some exercises together then played some classic super mario brothers. You freaking love these games. Its fun moving characters, you get to sit on our laps, and it has fun buttons to push.

after that we ate dinner, changed your diaper, and played some more. After awhile it was time to get ready for bed. I've begun a little sleep time routine for you, and its working out really well. Its eat, bath, swaddle, walk and hold/storytime sometimes *sometimes you are just too tired tho*, and then holding until you are almost asleep, then swing or bassinet. It honestly depends on how sleepy I am. Sometimes its the perfect time for me to finish up late night tasks. When I put you in the swing I just end up out on the couch.

Oh we grabbed some more cute bath time photos... ahh we have an entire memory card of photos to sift though over the next couple of days! I can't wait to share them. Unfortunately I work my 9 hour shift tomorrow. I honestly don't get much done, because when I'm not working I'm spending my time with you.

Last note:
Eat Health Kick!!

Thats right mommy, daddy, and uncle ryan talked tonight and this household is turning into a super healthy household!!! We have our p90x *ryan* and our 30 day shred *for mommy* ready to go, We found out we can visit our local facilities to walk in until the weather gets nice *bout time we got your stroller out*, and we are doing a super healthy shop trip tomorrow!!

I'm going to do the yoplait 2 week tune up! I think. Mostly my diet will center around smoothies, yogurt, whole grain, and water... and water... and water!!!

here are some of the recipes and ideas I'll be trying

It's pretty simple!!

replace breakfast and lunch with yoplait, grain, and fruit *smoothies make all those in one drink ;)*

eat a sensible dinner! lean proteins are a plus 

eat a veggie snack!

3 additional servings of dairy

stay active 30-40 mins *with a 3 month old and a part time job.. no sweat there* 

some fun recipes I'll be trying are:

Crunchy Yogurt Sundaes

A "berry" sweet way to start or end the day, since this yummy vitamin- and mineral-packed yogurt sundae is both a stupendous breakfast and an extraordinary dessert!

Prep Time:10 min

Start to Finish:10 min

Makes:2 servings

INGREDIENTS

8	medium strawberries
1	cup Cinnamon Toast Crunch® cereal
11/3	cups Yoplait® creamy strawberry yogurt (from 2lb container)

DIRECTIONS

1.	Cut 6 of the strawberries into 4 slices each. Place 6 strawberry slices in each of 2 parfait glasses. Sprinkle 1/4 cup cereal over strawberries. Pour about 1/3 cup yogurt over cereal.
2.	Make another layer of strawberries, cereal and yogurt. Top each sundae with whole strawberry. Serve immediately.

and I have a sample week plan but the idea is this

some example food options!
YOGURT

Any of the 33 flavors of Yoplait Light or Yoplait Light Thick & Creamy

GRAIN

1 cup plain Cheerios^®

1 cup Multi-grain Cheerios^®

1 cup Rice Chex^®

FRUIT (1 SERVING)

1 small - medium apple

2 small tangerines

¾ cup of raspberries or blackberries

4 apricots

1 small - medium banana

VEGETABLES (1 SERVING 1 CUP COOKED OR RAW)

sugar snap peas

asparagus 

spinach 

tomato 

zucchini 

NON-FAT DAIRY (1 SERVING)

1 cup skim milk

¾ cup plain nonfat yogurt

3/4 cup nonfat cottage cheese

LEAN PROTEIN

6 oz. chicken or turkey breast

6 oz. canned tuna in water

6 oz. pork, tenderloin or fresh ham

and my 14 day plan which of course is always just ideas-

meal planner or meal planner online

Photo a Day- 1-3-11

1-3-11

this was taken this morning! activity number 3 that you love is playing with your toys ;)

I'm trying to capture all your favorite 3 month old activities, i'll also try to get some new ones in as they come up! can wait to see what we come up with for day 4!!

1-1-11- Swinging

1-2-11- Bouncer

1-3-11- Toys

Live by: quotes

by Dazeychic @ etsy store:

I heart faces photography challenge= Best Faces of 2010!

ahh I love it ;) I decided to add this photo to the IheartFaces photo challenge. Its part of a series of photos taken one night during a bath session. Rather than our normal photo sessions with Emma, she was able to sit and relax. The entire series are some of my absolutely favorite photos of her.