It's a Girl!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Her hand (in a fist) next to her cheek

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Today we had our ultrasound- and suprise- its a little girl!!! Most important is that she is healthy, and growing perfect!! I am only 2 days ahead so far- so following diabetic diet is good so far. She weighs 12 ozs!!! I don't think she looks at all like Jillian- look at those angelina lips!! I was so sure it was a boy, daddy thought girl, but the minute we found out i started crying, just relieved we know and she's healthy!!! So, now i'm in room redo mode! I've decided my little girl #2 should not get a hand me down room!!! So, I've talked ryan into redoing both rooms:-) I've always regreted a little not going full out pink, so baby girl will have a pink and light green room- theme to be determined. Miss Jillian will move to the big room and have tinkerbell theme. I already have a comforter set, today I went on ebay and got her 2 valances, wall paper border and at jcpenney purple blinds!!!! Her walls will be purple and she needs a rug!!! I'm so excited, 2 little girls, my girls!!! To much emotional excitement - my baby #1 birthday and my baby #2 ultrasound- for a pregnant hormone mommy!!!!!

My baby girl is 2

My precious baby Jillian,
I can't believe it, for 730 days you have been here, sometimes it seems like you were just in my belly, other times I can't imagine my life before you. You have completely changed my life, I want the world to be better for you, I would give up anything and everything for you. You are strong-willed, smart and decisive- all traits which give me a run for my money, but someday, when you are all grown will be your biggest assets, and help you achieve all your dreams. I hope you chase all your dreams and become the worlds best brain surgeon or the best stay at home mom, but knowing you it will be both! Most of all I wish you a lifetime of love, small problems, big success and true happiness! You may not be a baby anymore age wise, but you will always be my baby, in my heart, my first born- I love you- more than you will ever know. Happeebee 2nd birthday my eebee baby girl!!! Love, Mommy

Happeebee Birthday Party

Jumpin with daddy
the gift bonanza
Somebody likes presents!!!
All Jillians cousins and friends
Eebee cake!!!

Jillian had so much fun at her birthday party yesterday. I think it was her favorite yet!!! Daddy suprised her with a giant castle bouncer- which she, and all the other kids loved. She got a whole new wardrobe, a baby, dora backpack, mr potato head, an easel, and so much more. She is very spoiled!!! She crashed at 730pm last nite and is sleeping now, I think making up for yesterday's business!!! Tommorrow is her 2nd birthday and we find out the gender of the baby!!! whoo hoo.

What being sassy looks like..

Wanna see daddy get really mad??? Play with his remote!! Then, throw it against a pole!!

Good weekend to be sick

Well, its been raining and humid outside for 2 full days now, so I'm not too upset we are a little under the weather here. Jillian's nose started running friday and kept going till this morning. She is still running around and crazy, just a lot more crabbier than usual! fun! today she took a long nap, me too, during the packer game and is looking better. I of course got her cold, but its just like really bad allergies so not too bad. I'm glad i cancelled her 2 yr pictures friday, she had a scratch on her face, but with the cold starting she would have been a cranky girl.

I can't beileve her birthday party is in a few days!!! I feel like she just turned one!!! Hopefully, all the rain is gone and next saturday will be perfect out! That's all thats new here, i'm making chicken dumpling soup for dinner and hope it kicks the cold rite out of us!

Bath time zen

Nigh Nigh

Apparently baths have become boring for Miss Jillian. For the last couple nights when I give her a bath she lays flat down in the tub, covers up with her 3 washclothes (yes, she needs all three ALWAYS!), and says "nigh, nigh Mommy." She will turn her head a little to uncover a ear if I am talking otherwise she is very zen, laying still and eyes half open. It's not like she's tired cause 2 mins later she will be splashing and screaming. It's pretty cute, i will try to remember a camera at bath time to get a pic.

Otherwise all that is new with Miss J is her dislike of clothes and diapers and her insisting we "wread" every book in the house 5 times in a row. She was doing good saturday diaperless for about an hour than had an accident and got very upset. I was suprised she even knew she had an "accident" so I guess potty training is coming along slowly. She also wants to read, all the time, which is great except she likes to read a book over and over again. I feel like a tape recorder!

On saturday we got the whole closet cleaned out in the baby's room! I have 4 garbage bags of clothes from mine and ryans closet, and I could have thrown out alot more but I hesitate cause after the next baby I will lose so much weight and wear some clothes again u know :-) So, I'm very happy, all we need to do is paint in there now. I don't know why I feel so time pressed this time, I think its all the holidays coming up. With Jillian I had the whole summer to get stuff done and this time I feel like fall goes so fast and all the sudden its xmas and than baby!!! Plus this time its hard to get stuff done with a toddler, its not like I can spend a whole day on anything baby related, Jillian wants to play and go places, and it wouldnt be fair to her anyways. So 2 weeks to go and than we will know the sex and I will hopefully start feeling less stressed!!

Passed Out

Miss Jillian has been b-u-s-y lately. She's graduated from her high chair to her booster seat, and is eating like quite a little lady. No food throwing, using napkins and her utensils! Almost too good to be true! We also started potty training this last weekend. So far she wants to sit on the big potty with her seat on it about 5 times a day- but no actual "potty" yet. We also started organizing the baby's room sunday. We went through all the toys, clothes, ect.... There is still a ton to do- ie mostly the closet full of daddy's crapola which will be the baby's closet. We are going to have to share a closet for the 1st time in 3 years - should be super fun!!! I can't wait to find out- so we can paint and stuff!!! So, I'm finally starting to show- everyone at work that didnt know i was pregnant is saying stuff to me now. I'm eating super good and checking my sugar so I don't know if thats why i'm not getting bigger faster like everyone says is suppose to happen with the 2nd one. I looked at some pics from last time and I was way bigger! Guess not craving ice cream sundaes this time is a good thing!!! I'm sure I will pop like next week or something and regret ever saying I'm not showing much yet! So, thats all thats new here, besides birthday party planning. I'm really glad ours kids birthday's will be like 5 months apart- these birthda y parties are alot of work and I need a break between!

We also want to send our thoughts, prayers and love to Jillian's bff (best friend forever) ethan and his family. They lost a wonderful member of their family today. She was a beautiful person on the inside and out. There are no words worthy of saying when you lose someone you love, all you can do is hold onto are the memories and the knowlege that they are in a better place than we are, and at peace.

16 weeks!!

Today I had my 16 week appointment, I really can't believe how fast this pregnancy is going. For all the complaining I have been doing, and all the crappy symptoms I have been having, I am suprised. I made my 20 week ultrasound appt and the nurse said, you will be 1/2 way done, crazy!! Can you believe the only appt they had the whole week was 830am 9/22- Jillian is ok with it though- she said we can go to stonefire for lunch and go to the dells in october for her birthday. Whew!!!

So, good news is I still haven't gained any weight and my blood sugar is like 80's so very good. I'm measuring right at 16 weeks, but I will still have my bags packed starting jan 15th- no matter what they say!!! The hearbeat was like 155, so definately different than Jillians was- alot faster. I was hoping for an ultrasound today, but of course as soon as she put the handheld ultrasound thing on my stomach baby weed jumped over there and thump thump was all we heard. Nurse said oh good looks like you wont need an ultrasound (my placenta is in front so could be hard to hear)- maybe good for you- not for freakazoid me!!!

So, 24 days from now we will know if its a boy or girl!!!! Everyone at work is betting on a boy and they all said girl last time and were right. I thought I was having a boy last time and this time I feel like its a girl- so who knows. Either way it will be unreal to have 2 kids in a few months!!!

Shannon & Kyle 8/23/08

We were down in Ohio this last 4 days for Shannon and Kyle's wedding. They had a perfect day, a little warm but no humidty so it was good. We all had alot of fun, especially Miss Jillian. She was a dancing princess!! She had a big job- walking down the aisle- not easy for a almost 2 year old. She did pretty good at rehersal, then the day of the wedding she was very excited to start walking till the couple in front of us walked and she saw the crowd of people. A little crying but she pulled it together and walked down with mom and dad. She also did not want to sit by grammy, she decided to have daddy hold her the whole ceremony. Least she was quiet! The ceremony was beautiful, Aunty Shannon was a stunning bride. Jillian thinks she looked like a movie star. Kyle was handsome too of course! Her favorite part was all the butterflies that everyone released when shannon and kyle walked out. Then, mommy and daddy got some alone time on the trolley ride- it was alot of fun. We headed to the reception and the party really started! We had a great dinner and some dancin'. Miss Jillian also found a fish pond in the atrium- so she was pretty obsessed with the fishes- she alternated between dancing and fish gazing. Little flower girl made it to about 9pm- than passed out till 830am next day. We had a great time down in ohio- a little stressful with a unpredictable 2 year old- I just worried about her screaming or throwing a fit during the vows- stuff that didnt happen thank goodness! We have never been to wedding with a kid before- usually we just sit back and enjoy - alot different with a baby- girl! Never packed a diaper bag and my "evening" purse for the same occasion! Running upstairs after dinner to change a mud butt, in my bridesmaid dress and heels, it really occurred to me- Yes, you are a mom! So, we hope the Ruhe's have a fabulous honeymoon and a lifetime of happiness!!! We Love you both- thanks for letting us a be a part of your day!!!

Fame is fleeting

She's already been moved to a link!

http://eebee.com/press_bloglinks.html

Jillian's gettin all Hollywood

Our blog is on the front page of eebee.com! So now she's demanding a chef, chauffer, stylist and personal assitant! I told her you already have those sweetie- their names are mommy and daddy!!!

Check it out! www.eebee.com

Ashland

So we were up in ashland the past 4 days. I had been dreading the trip but we actually ended up having a really good time. The weather was perfect- in the 70's, the trailer has running water now, and Jillian was a good girl. She got sick 2 times on the way up- exorcist style- so we figured she gets car sick so on the way home we eliminated the nuggets and fries and she was just fine. We went atving (well mostly ryan), swimming and had campfires. Jillian loves spending time with her buddy ethan. Other than that I am officially out of my 1st trimester- so one down 2 to go!!! So, 3 days of work this week and off to Ohio!!!!

State Fair O'rama

We were at state fair saturday for almost 6 hours! Jillian loved the animals- especially the bunnies of course! So, there was a very tired mama and baby here last night! Hard to believe next year we will be there with a almost 3 yr old and a 6 month old!! ahhhh!!!!

Terrible Two's

Well, I think we are begining to enter the toddler era feared by all- the terrible two's! Miss Jillian is definately "testing the waters" and "spreading her wings" lately. Tantrums are increasing, ususally due to the fact she is demanding things immediately and mommy and daddy are way to slow or say no. Today so far she has used a tide stick on the wood floor, thrown half her dinner to boo and stuffed a towel in the toliet. I love how when you catch her being naughty she actually looks at me annoyed for stopping her! She is still 80% of the time a really good little girl, she loves doing chores and helping me out. No worries about bending over this time prego-i got my little troll sidekick!!

We have set her birthday party for saturday september 20th at 3pm. I will be sending out invites but probably not till the end of the month- next weekend ashland then OHIO for shannon and kyles wedding!!! yeh!!!

Karate student in training

I don't know where she learned these moves!

Baby #2 update

The baby's profile

Front of the baby's face

Today we had our 12 week doctor appt and ultrasound. Everything went great, there is only ONE baby in there and its very healthy. He/she was doing the body wave and generally uncooperative for the tech so we knew he/she was a kid of ours:-) I actually lost a pound since 2 weeks ago so I'm happy! And I have high iron level (last time i was always low) so I know I'm eating way better this time! Of course I failed my diabetes test by a few points, just like last time, even though I have been testing it and its fine. I don't get how drinking pure sugar indicates anything - when do I do that i real life? whatever. so i have to go back for a 3 hr test next friday, I'm a little crabby about it. Too early to tell the sex, the heartbeat was 170 so now I'm starting to think its a boy- Jillians was always 140 ish. Who knows we will find out in september!!! Of course I've got plans if its a boy or girl all written down and ready to go!!!

True Love

even when mommy's got a cold sore the size of texas, she's still snuggle worthy to somebody!

Summertime fun

We spent basically all weekend in grammy's pool. If you get 2 weekend days in row with 80 degree weather, no rain or humidty- you have to be outside. Jillian is becoming quite the fish- she's graduated from jumping off the steps to the side of the pool. She also detests arm floaties- she likes to go under. No closing your eyes on this dare devil!!!!

Eebee birthday!

I was talking to leah today and she was like too bad you can't have an eebee theme party. that got me thinking- and searching the web- sure enough- people are doing it! so , who wants to make jillian this cake??!!?
http://www.cafemom.com/photos/view.php?photo_id=5706132&ct=user

http://www.cafemom.com/photos/view.php?photo_id=2735911&ct=user

meet my new best friends:
http://www.cafemom.com/group/25664

I'm getting excited!!
http://eebee.com/parentinfo_happyeebeebirthday.html

Why pregnancy #2 stinks so far

My first pregnancy was pretty great I am beginning to realize. I would work, come home and nap/watch TV, have hubby go get me some culvers/or chinese (hence 60 lbs weight gain), end the nite with a sundae and be in bed by 730pm. Gradually, I did stay up longer, but everything else stayed the same. This time- my life is controlled by a barely 3 ft toddler who likes to play, play, play. Outside in the sun. With every toy in the house. In boo's water bowl. Plus, now I can not feed my growing child take out every nite, so I am forced to cook meals that include vegetables. If I get to bed by 9pm I am lucky. And ryan says to me yesterday, "you seem more tired and cranky than last time." ya think? here are my other gripes....

1. non-stop feeling like im gonna throw-up- it is all day sickness, forget morning
2. acne like I am 13 again
3. extreme crabiness- I know its irrational the way I'll feel but I can't help it- everything drives me crazy
4. headaches
5. missing sweets- even looking at donuts/cakes, ect (my favorite food group) makes me sick
6. tired, tired, tired

so, everyone keeps saying I will feel like a human again in the 2nd trimester. 2 weeks to go- february feels like a looooong way away.

Readin' eebee

Book Review: eebee's new books!

A book review by Jillian and Heidi

You don't have to know who eebee is, or already like him, to love these books. The four new books just out from eebee adventures are interactive learning tools, not just books. The books are made out of soft, tactile material to engage the child. The books don't just show a picture and a word to describe it, they allow a child to actually preform the movement. Motor skills are sharpened and imaginations soar.

From the moment I opened the packages my daughter was enthralled with these books. I did not show her what or how to use the interactive parts of each book, she completely figured it out herself. The following is a review of each of the four books we received.

Book title: Have A Ball!
Author: Every baby company, Inc
Book type: picture
This book revolves around a ball attached to a string, which is a genius idea since almost ever toddler loves to play with balls. A child doesn't just read about playing catch or basketball, they actually get to preform the activities with their friend eebee. My daughter loved playing catch with eebee, making baskets and sliding the in a wagon- just like hers! I loved that she is learning motor skills like up, down, over, out, etc..! This book, and the others come in handy during the times of day I am busy with something like preparing dinner. She still gets interactive play and learning time, while I can accomplish a task as well. We definitely had a ball with this book! Five stars!!!

Book title: Laundry Time
Author: Every baby company, Inc
Book type: picture

The second book we reviewed, Laundry Time, is a perfect match for all the little helpers out there. My daughter loves laundry- mainly putting the clothes in the washer/dryer and pressing the buttons. This book simulates the laundry experience and allows for hours of fun. Once again, instead of just pictures showing towels, in the book there are actual mini towels to put in the washer. My little helper loved hanging eebee's clothes on the line and putting them away! Her favorite part was putting eebee to bed, she loves to be a little mama. The book even has a real soft blanket to cover eebee, it truly allows your child's imagination to soar. The book also teaches a child the steps involved with a chore, yet its hardly a chore when your favorite baby- eebee is involved!!!

Book title: Peek-A-Boo
Author: Every baby company, Inc
Book type: picture

The third book we reviewed, Peek-A-Boo, is definitely the favorite, if it's possible to pick just one! Peek is a toddler standard, a favorite game to play at any time, any place with no props needed. Imagine combining a favorite game and your favorite baby??? Pure happiness!! From the first page of the book the fun starts. Curtains hide- guess who??? Eebee! My daughter played with the cover for 15 minutes before venturing any further. Eebee continues to play peek throughout the book, he hides behind a raincoat and a sunhat. Once again, not just pictures of these objects, actual mini touchable replicas. Every time eebee "hides" the look on my toddlers face is irreplaceable. Just complete excitement and anticipation. For her to actually be able to hide and find eebee is such a thrill, and building valuable skills which I find thrilling!

Book title: Hug And Splash 2-book set
Author: Every baby company, Inc
Book type: picture

The final books we reviewed were a 2 book set, first we read All About Me and You. I knew this book would be a winner the minute I saw the mirror in the back! My daughter, as well as most toddlers, love to look at themselves. The mirror folds out so while reading the whole book together she could look at herself and point to the body parts just like eebee was. Instead of all her other books that just show a babies foot, she sees eebees foot and than can look in the mirror and see her own. Teaching her valuable thinking skills and helping her to learn how to associate others with herself.

The second book of this set, Bath Time, was fun, fun because it is a book that is made for water! The book floated in her bath, leading to lots of giggles as she tried to teach eebee to swim! My toddler is really into splashing so she loved how the book becomes a squirt gun and splashed eebee right back! What's better than bath time? Bath time with eebee!!!!
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All the books we received are wonderful learning tools, and better yet- actually played with again and again by a pretty choosy toddler. I love she is learning, she just loves eebee and his innovative way of play.

Thank you to Rebeca for having the publisher send us these books free of charge!!! Thank you, thank you!!!!

Valentino/Valentina?

So, today I finally had my first doctor appt for baby #2. All is good- I'm measuring right on- 10 weeks and my due date is offiicially february 14th. So, everyone like the names we have chosen?? ha ha!!! seriously though, we have no names so feel free to offer up ideas! I get to have an ultrasound in 2 weeks- so we are very excited- last time we had to wait till 20 weeks to see a picture of Jillian- it will be a relief to see the baby is healthy- and there is just 1!!!!

The other day one of the publishers from eebee inc. contacted me about us receiving the new eebee books. Of course Ryan thought it was a scam, but I gave her our address and sure enough we got all 4! new eebee books- which Jillian is bonkers over. So, I will be writing a review in my next post.

This weekend is one of my bestest friends bachelorette party. I'm completely bummed we can't be there but I'm sending tons of fun vibes down to Ohio that she has a night to remember!!!!

Potty time

So, for the last couple weeks jillian has been really interested every time I go potty. Just staring. I don't want to push her too much with potty training- I've heard if you do it before they are ready you can make them hate it. I figure we have 6 good months to try before the baby so no huge rush. Well tonight before her bath she was yelling "potty, potty". So, I sat her on the giant potty -that daddy bought thinking only of his own comfort- and she kinda sat like on a horse. So, after 3 times off and on she jumped her bath. But, I think it must be the beginning stages of the "training". I'm hoping to find a seat that attaches to the toliet that is smaller for her and some sort of step stool. I just don't want to do a potty chair they gross me out. So, big girl over here tonite- where did the little baby go so fast???

1st Pedicure

Givin Hugs

Mr. Patience should be his name. Poor baby he indures so much and is always so nice.

Mr. Squirrel 1, Kaine 0

Was it worth it kainey bear?? He just had to go after a squirrel this last weekend- and he jumped a little too high on the fence. Jammed his leg- cried loud enough for neighbors to look out their doors! Well, after a $200 vet bill and x-rays, boo has just a severe sprain and is being forced to rest. He really likes his doggie treat medicines- so much he is back on the couch and trying to sneak downstairs. No more squirrels Boo- ya rite!!!

little firecracker

Hope everyone had a great 4th!!

Hangin' by the pool

Me and aunty shannon gettin' some rays