Madie's First Movie and My Teary Moment!

So last Monday I explained to Madilyn we would go see "Winnie the Pooh" if she was well behaved all week. (Scot said he could miss "Winnie the Pooh.")Every night when I put her to bed we would have the same conversation:

Madie - "Mommy, Saturday we see Winnie da Pooh."
Me - "Yes, babe on Saturday we'll go see Winnie the Pooh. Are you excited?"
Madie - "Yes ma'am. Love you."

It's marvelous to watch her grow so quickly and to realize that she comprehends so much of what we tell her and how we speak to her. I never imagined my 2 year old would be so amazing and inspiring. She just makes me want to be the best mommy and person I can possibly be everyday. I wake up every morning ruminating ways I can improve upon the person I am on a daily basis and no longer be a cynic.

Growing up I said I would never be a cynic and here I sit. I know the one tragic event that has brought the cynic out in me, but since becoming a parent I've decided to replace the cynicism with something more exceptional. So I digress...back to "Winnie the Pooh."

So Saturday Madie and I headed to see "Winnie the Pooh." After buying the much needed fruit chews and popcorn, we sat down in the theater. She placed her fruit chews in her lap, took off her shoes, and held her little blanket. The movie started and she didn't move until the credits rolled. I think I watched her more than the movie. She laughed, pointed out the characters, and continuously smiled the entire time. After the movie we headed back to the car, and I placed her in the car seat. She looked at me and said..."I had fun. Thanks Mommy!" I nearly teared up. My baby was growing before my very eyes. I knew then that Scot and I were doing a good parenting job. Trust me I second guess myself every moment of every day. I pray that I don't screw her up.

Once we returned home, she ran into the house yelling "Daddy, Daddy, saw Winnie da Pooh."
Scot - "Did you have fun?
Madie - "Yes. Mommy, me, popcorn and snacks. Fun, fun, fun."

Thank you Madilyn for coming into our lives and being the sweet little person that you are becoming. Mommy and Daddy love you forever and always!!!

The Girls over 4th of July Weekend!

A Little Star

For those of you that haven't seen this video of Madilyn, you will absolutely love it. Make sure you turn up the volume to hear her sing! She's watching one of her favorite shows "The Fresh Beat Band."