Heart Breaker

Last night, Ella wanted nothing to do with her dinner. I have read that toddlers go through this phase, so I thought nothing of it. She seemed a little cranky and we thought she was tired, so an early bedtime was looking like the only option.


After reading our books, I put her down at 7 p.m. and she was out like a light. About 45 minutes later, we heard what sounded like Ella having a hard time breathing. My 1st thought is “Oh god…her milk allergy”, so I ran in as fast as I could. As Mark and I got in there, Ella was purging everything that was in her belly. No fever, just clammy and cool.

It is so scary when you have a kiddo that is allergic to milk and you are not with her 24 hours a day to make sure she did not eat or drink anything containing milk. This time, I knew she didn’t have anything new that day, but couldn’t help worrying.

She only purged once, so I knew it was not the allergy. If it was…she is usually like Reagan from the exorcist and it is non-stop.

So, mommy cleaned Ella up and daddy cleaned her bedding and Teddy, but Ella did not want me to leave. She clung to me more than she ever has before. We sat there holding each other tight and she fell asleep in my arms. When I tried to lay her back down, she woke right up and told me to “sit sit”, so I did. I held her for an hour and half and I started to dose myself. I decided to lay a blanket down on her floor and she and I feel asleep cuddling.

Mark came in and peeked in on us, but turned around to let us be.

There is nothing worse than having a little one who is not feeling well and cannot express what it is they are feeling. I felt so bad for her, but I cherished the feeling of being needed and her not wanting me to leave her side.

She woke up this morning and seemed to be back to her old self. She drank some water and had killed 1/3 of a banana. (keeping it light, just in case) My poor lil nuggie!

Cruisin’ for Spring!!!!

I cannot contain the excitement I feel right now. I finally did it! I purchased my bicycle last night. It has been sooo long since Mark and I have treated ourselves to anything other than food, so I think we both deserve a little something. I have been dreaming of the day that Mark, Ella and I can cruise the neighborhood and local parks as a family with our bikes. We are more than half way there…Mark still needs to get his.


I have had my heart set on this ONE bike for months now and it was unavailable for the longest time. After checking the website almost daily…it is now in stock again. YAY! I woke Mark up from his happy slumber last night just to tell him, and immediately ordered it. Hey, I can’t take any chances, right?!?!

So, my pearl pink, beach cruisin’ Schwinn is on her way to me by the end of the month. Of course I couldn’t forget my inspiration for this purchase. I got a front end Wee Ride Carrier, so that Ella and I can interact and it will be easier for me to steer than a rear carrier. And no worries, we got her a SWEET panda bike helmet so she is safe and stylish at the same time!

My anticipation for warm, Spring weather has just grown knowing that my awesome bike is on its way. I cannot wait for Ella, Mark and I to hit the streets. I just know my baby girl is going to love going for rides!

Thinking warm thoughts….

There's No Place Like Home

I love weekends with this little girl!  We had no plans and that is always the best kind of weekend for us.  We could hang in our PJ's all day, catch up on some chores and just enjoy the company of our loved ones. Mark worked during the day both Saturday and Sunday, but we were able to enjoy family time once he got home.  

Ella has become so independent lately and has become such a big helper around the house.  She helps push her highchair back to storage after meals and she helps move the coffee table out of the way to clear the room for play time.  She is also beginning to undress herself when asked...she has the shirt down with very little help from us.  This morning I walked in to her having her sleeper unzipped.  haha.  

Saturday, Ella wanted to help me sweep the floor and she was actually doing a great job!

Personality is is just blossoming in this little character.  She really cracks us up!  Because she is so interested in learning about the world around her, everything is an adventure.  

Exploring my closet was on our agenda today.

She even shared a snack with her best buddy, Teddy!

Going back to work on a Monday is always hard.  What gets me through is seeing this amazing little person afterwards.  And no matter how bad a day I have....Ella knows how to make me smile and forget about all that is insignificant.  

Pizza Night!!

It's not everyday we ride home from work together, but today was one of those days.  On our way to pick up Ella, Mark asked what I was in the mood for and I told him I could go for a really good pizza.  After ruling out driving to Scranton for the REAL pizza...we decided we had to get local.  I really dislike all the pizza in this area because nothing compares to my hometown's.  Mark mentioned Domino's so we just went with that.

I placed my simple order or 2 medium pizzas, one cheese the other pepperoni and a side of garlic dipping sauce. It arrived on time and the three of us we ready to grub.  I opened the cheese and there was no tomato sauce on the pizza.  Mark decided to check the pepperoni...same thing NO SAUCE!  The crazy girl who took the order ordered our pizza minus the tomato sauce and the garlic dipping sauce was on the actual pizza...in the spot were tomato sauce should be.  Really?!?!

(sidebar) This isn't the 1st time something weird like this happened.  Boston Market chicken carver had Macaroni and Cheese on the sandwich.  haha!

Back to Domino's - I called the girl back and after a ten minute hold, she said she is placing our order once again and we will receive the delivery in about an hour.  (an hour has already gone by since the 1st order)

So, the 2nd hour goes by and Mark calls.  Would you believe the girl actually tried to tell my husband that I miscommunicated the order to her.  She proceeded to tell him that she talked to her supervisor about the order and that they decided to credit our account for the amount of our pizza.  again REALLY?!?!   We were in SHOCK!

Finally got a manager on the phone, and he made our order priority and although it took 3 hours...we got our crappy cardboard pizza the correct way.  We could have drove to Scranton and got really good pizza all before we got this.   NEVER AGAIN DOMINO'S....Never!

melanie

Update! It's been too long....

I know it has been a long time, but things have been crazy.  Going back to work, the holidays, etc...I have been neglecting the blog.  : )  


So Little Miss Ella is going to be 14 weeks on Monday and boy has she grown!  Not only height and weight, but her mind has been expanding as well.  She is now a master of her telephone rattle!  Thanks, Grandma Orzel!  She loves playing with all her cool toys and reading all her amazing books she got for Christmas.  

Ella has also been talking up a storm these days.  Mark and I hold long conversations with her.  She says something then we repeat it.  Ella loves it!  She will start smiling and say something else and wait for you to repeat it again. This can go on a while.  Haha.  It's too cute!  She has a high pitch scream of excitement that is hysterical.  Every time she does it it cracks us up.  She is very girly, unlike her mommy.  Lol.  

The Holidays were great!  Having a baby makes the craziness of the season all worth it though.  It renews the spirit in you and it felt like Christmas this year.  We visited with Mark's side on Christmas Eve and traveled up north to visit my family Christmas day.   Ella got to see everyone and was such a good girl.  We headed home Christmas night and Ella slept the whole way. 

Everyday is a new adventure with Ella.  And it's so awesome to see her develope into this amazing little person! 

1 month!!

Ella is now 1 month old and has grown so much!  At her 1 month visit, she measured 21 inches and weighs 9.75 lbs.  She is doing great eating and loves bath time and floor time.  She is "Cooing", "Caaing" and telling us stories.  Too cute!

For the past few nights 1 a.m. is playtime for Ella.  She is a regular party animal! When everyone is in a deep sleep...Ella, Mark and I are doing bicycle kickies, reading books and pacing the floors.  She finally crashes around 5 a.m.  Coffee is definitely a close personal friend of ours!!  : )

3 Weeks...

My goodness...I can't believe Ella is 3 weeks old already!  Time is really flying by and I am not sure I like that.  I always hear people say "Where does the time go..."  Now I understand.  So much has happened in the past few weeks.  Ella is becoming more alert.  She has been very alert since she was born, but now she is staying awake longer as well.  It's funny because when she has visitors and is meeting someone for the first time, she knows it and has to be awake so that she doesn't miss anything!  I know every parent thinks highly of their children, but this little girl is truly amazing.  She has the cutest facial expressions, she already has so much personality and I swear she is going to roll over anyday!  Haha!  Really...she is two thirds of the way there.  She is so strong.  She moves her head all over the place and while giving her a bath...she locks her legs to try to stand up.  

Playing in my activity gym!

Throwing the peace sign with Daddy!

My stretching while I sleep pose.  Oh, I grunt while I do this as well!

Ella's cousin, Madison, was born on October 23, 2009.  That's right...12 days apart!  Madi was 8 lbs 3 oz, healthy and oh so cute!  Ella welcomed her new cousin in the hospital.  I think they are already plotting on what kind of trouble they will cause at family gatherings.  Lol.  Welcome to the world, Baby Madi!!

Madison and her Daddy, Matt

Ella celebrated her 1st Halloween.  She wore her Pumpkin gear that Grandma Orzel, Aunt Colleen, Uncle Tony and Great Aunt Roni gave her.  Mommy tried posing her for pictures and Ella was not too happy.  I did pull off getting some decent pics of my lilttle Pumpkin though.  : )  

Mark and I couldn't pull off our usual Halloween tricks with scaring the bejesus out of the kids because of a very good reason.  Mark had to work, so Ella and I handed out candy and had a very relaxing night.  So she was a cute Pumpkin this year....next year will be a different story.  Stay tuned to see what she will be next Halloween. Muuuwahahaha!!  Mark and I already discussed that we will most likely be the parents getting phone calls from the school on Halloween regarding how inappropriate our child's costume is and how she is scaring the other kids.  Haha!  And no worries, Aunt Candi, if she wants to be a princess...that will be up for discussion.  I will compromise and talk her into a gory princess.  Just kidding!!  She can be what she wants.  : )