One of "THOSE" days

We all know the saying and today has definitely been one of "those" days:

One of those days where Addie cried every time I sat her down or made any movement that made her think I was walking away from her

One of those days where Addie screamed every time I laid her down for a nap

One of those days where when the screaming finally stopped and Addie fell asleep she woke up less than an hour later

One of those days where I am lucky to just have dinner on the table

One of those days where we went to the grocery store just to get out of the house

One of those days where I passed all responsibility to Phi when he got home and ran off to the gym

One of those days where I wish my baby could tell me why she was so unhappy.  I have used the teething explanation too many times and she still has no teeth.

Pretty sure it is just a nasty case of separation anxiety.  I think Addie is going through a phase where she wants us to hold her constantly.  While it is flattering that she think so highly of me, it is also very exhausting and draining.  

When I got home from the gym, Addie was zonked on the couch next to Phi.  She NEVER does that, I guess her sleep finally caught up with her.

This pic speaks volume about the day Addie has had.  So tired she fell asleep on the couch, with toys all around her, a full diaper, and a Kiss Me I'm Irish bib around her neck...priceless!

Tough days come with motherhood, but no matter how our day has gone, when I peak in on my sleeping angel before I go to bed, I can't help but feel so grateful to have her in my life and excited for what the next day has in store.

Lucky number {eight}

I guess it would be cooler if she was turning seven months on St. Patrick's Day, but Addison turned 8 months old yesterday.  The months just keep flying by!  The only green that Addie has is her green pants in the picture below and I don't love green enough to buy something just for the holiday so this is it!

She loves playing our bed, she gets so giddy everything

Green ruffle bum...gotta love it!

Addie has decided she doesn't want anything on her head and sabotages every effort I make to put a cute headband on her head.  She usually has it off within 10 seconds and it drives me nuts.  She isn't allowed to wear them in the car anymore cuz she grabs them, chews on them, and destroys them...not cool!

Case and point!

She loves to help me with the laundry

She mastered the pincher grasp and is a pro at feeding herself little puff snacks.  She would eat them all day if I let her!

Loves playing in the tub, but she sure hates being cold when she gets out

She is way too big for her swing, it is so funny to see her in it!

She is obsessed with eating ice in this little feeder.  She goes to town and I love her bright red face from the ice!

We started  going to a class once a week at My Gym.  Addie does all kinds of things like swings, trains, ball pits, trampolines, trapeze swinging, high bars, etc.  It is a lot of fun!  She is obsessed with the swings, so excited for swinging at parks this summer!

Rockin her new umbrella stroller

Cutie pie in her jeggings!

Addie loves to stick her tongue out...all the time!

She still has no interest in crawling and no teeth.

She learned how to clap and does it all the time now.  She usually has one hand open and the other fist closed when she claps...so cute!

She can wave bye-bye if she really wants to

Love my little lucky charm!

Confessions

1.  We went to the temple yesterday...for the first time since Addie was born.  It was so great to be back at the temple.  It has been way too long.  I didn't realize how difficult it would be to go to the temple with a baby and while I am still nursing and I have been feeling a little guilty.  I loved going to the Bountiful temple again.  I have been going to Logan for so long it was fun to reminisce about our wedding day, which I cannot believe was almost four years ago...where does the time go!  I am recommitted to making whatever sacrifices necessary to get to the temple regularly again.

2.  I FINALLY got a gym pass again...it is no sports academy, but it gets the job done I guess.  It was a big fat smack in the face at how out of shape I have gotten.  I use to be a gym regular, but then as I got more and more pregnant that stopped and don't even ask me how things have been since I had Addie!  No more excuses I am commited to getting my sorry self into shape.  I have always been a terrible runner, but I really want to get into running races.  I am training for a 5k, yes I have to train for a 5k, a little embarrassing but what can ya do.  I am hoping my endurance can build quickly and I can get more into running, after all I have a sweet jogging stroller that is calling Addie's name!

3.  I want to buy a house soooo bad!  I check KSL.com a little too often and find so many houses that I am ready to move right into.  We even went and looked at a couple of model homes this weekend just for fun and that just got my excitement up even more.  Fingers crossed we can leave the apartment lifestyle behind by the end of the year...we will see.

4.  I can't stop buying clothes and accessories for Addie.  It is becoming a serious problem.  I am constantly on-line looking at carters, babygap, old navy, etc. and scouting out what I will get next.  The Carters' store in Riverdale is seriously my downfall.  I may or may not make multiple trips there a month, I just can't resist a good sale and their coupons.  Nephi will never understand my obsession with clothes for Addie.  I guess I just live vicariously through her, if she looks cute that is all that matters!  Let's just say it would be great it we have another girl next so all these clothes can get their use out of them.  

Sorry for all the ramblings.  This is just kind of what we have been up to.  I am hoping if I put these things down I will be able to hold myself accountable...no guarantees I can tame my shopping for Addie.  I am sure excited for the warmer weather and spending our days outside and at the pool!

P.S.  Addie and I are going with my parents to southern California next month for a quick trip.  We are driving down and then my mom, Addie, and I are flying back while my dad stays for work.  I am so excited to be going and so ready for a vaca, but it is safe to say I am slightly stressed/terrified of taking Addie on a plane ride.  If anyone has any tips for traveling with babies, i would love to hear them.  Am I crazy for thinking I can hold her in my lap and check her carseat?