Day 39

Today was another wonderful day.  Madison and I slept in until 8:00.  Shane got to sleep in too but got a phone call at 7:30 and had to go do a service call. 

Madison and I went and picked up Mom and Dad and did our Saturday routine today.  Normally, we go eat lunch and then go grocery shopping.  Today, we went by Toys R Us and picked out Madison's birthday presents.  I can not wait for Tuesday to get here and for her to open her presents!  She is going to love them!

When she woke up from her nap this afternoon she was a little cranky but that didn't last long.  She got the giggles about 30 minutes later and we played and had so much fun.  She was cracking me up! 
I took these pictures tonight while eating dinner because she was putting on a show.  I wanted to share them with everyone. 

Madison Grace

I love this little girl SO MUCH!!

Day 38

These past two days have been very hectic.  Shane's sister went on vacation so I worked at the tire store yesterday and today.  Dad kept Madison for me both days.  Madison had a blast as well as PaPa.  We have been trying to call him "PawPaw" but Madison has decided it is "PaPa" but it sounds more like "BaBa."

Yesterday and today when I dropped her off she looked at me and said "bye bye!"  She knew a good time was going to be happening.  Dad spoils her so much but that is what grandparents are for. 

I have said it once and I will say it again....Shane and I are so blessed to have mom and dad.  The love and support they constantly give to us and especially Madison means the world to us. 

As much as I have enjoyed working with Shane and Mom these past two days, I have missed Madison tremendously.  Looking forward to getting caught up on my hugs from her.  I can never get enough of them!

Day 37

Rylee Denell Moore

April 30, 2001-November 11, 2009

Today's post isn't going to be about Madison.  I wanted to honor a very special little girl, who holds such a special place in my heart.  I never had the opportunity to meet Rylee.  Unfortunately, I met her mom, Kellie, just two weeks after Rylee passed away through the support group on Face Book.  About a month later, Kellie and I talked on the phone and instantly bonded.  Kellie and her family live in Tennessee. 

After hearing all about Rylee, there is no doubt in my mind that she was born into the perfect family.  Seeing her pictures bring such joy to my heart.  The similarities that Rylee and Madison share are amazing.  I do believe that if they were given the chance, they would have been the best of friends!

I wanted to post a link to Kellie's blog.  She posted a great video that was played at Rylee's service.  This will give you a glimpse of the wonderful life Kellie and Brad gave Rylee and the joy she brought to the ones around her. 

 http://moorelifesong.blogspot.com/2010/11/rylee-bug-denell-moore.html

I am so thankful for the friendship that I have developed with Kellie.  I know that we will be lifelong friends because of this journey our families are taking.  Hopefully one day we will actually be able to meet. 

Day 36

I had to post this video of Madison.  She always has Early Intervention on Wednesdays at the house.  Today was her last day of this because this program is offered until the age of 3.  Every week when the therapist is finishing up, she blows bubbles with Madison.  Madison always loves doing this but today, she was laughing so hard.  I pulled the camera out and started recording.  You might have to turn your volume up some.  I hope you enjoy it!

Day 35

Well, today was not a fun day for us.  We had to take Amy to the airport for her to fly back home to Dallas.  The week flew by so quickly.  We really have enjoyed having her here with us.  She stayed at our house and helped me out so much!  I hate that they live so far away.  I cried harder on this trip than I did when they first moved!  We dropped her off at the airport at 12:20 and I cried until 1:30 and have cried several times this afternoon.  It stinks having them so far away.  I can't even imagine how it is going to be when the baby comes. Oh geez..I'm crying writing this blog!! 

I didn't realize how much it was going to affect me to not see her regularly throughout this pregnancy.  This is such an amazing time in any woman's life but to not be able to watch your sister as she is growing this baby inside her is really hard on me.  It was so funny to see how she had grown in just the week she had been here.  She is glowing and is absolutely beautiful! 

Here are some pictures of Madison giving Amy hugs before we took her to the airport. 

Day 34

Madison had a great time Saturday night with her PawPaw.  We left the house at 2:30 and Shane and I didn't get back home until 8:30.  I know Dad enjoyed having her all to himself.

 Our good friends, The Hicks, came over yesterday afternoon to see Madison and Amy.  Madison's birthday is quickly approaching and we have been thinking about having a birthday party.  Due to the time of year that it is, we have decided to hold off on the big birthday party until the summer.  The Hicks had gotten Madison a present and wanted to bring it to her.  We made cupcakes and had a great time visiting with them.

Lastnight, Paul flew into Panama City.  He has meetings in Destin today, tomorrow and Wednesday.  Amy is flying home tomorrow and Paul is flying home on Wednesday. 

Mom made a big bowl of taco soup and brought it up to the house lastnight for us all to enjoy.  She also made some yummy desserts. 

Tonight, I have cooked some lasagna and made a salad.  Madison sure has enjoyed having all these people around to entertain.  I can't believe the week has already come and gone.  We can't wait for Amy's next visit!

Day 33

I am so mad I didn't get a chance to post the past two days.  With Amy being in town, we are busy spending time together and before you know it, it is midnight!

Wednesday night, Amy and I went to one of our favorite restaurants with a group of girls.  We really enjoyed it.  I didn't realize how much I needed that until it was over.  The fellowship was great and very much appreciated.

Last night, Amy went out to dinner with the fourth grade teachers from her old school.  Shane and I had a meeting we had to do and that put me behind on the blog as well.

Anyway, Madison has a great past two days.  Amy needed to run two errands on Wednesday and the weather was horrible.  Madison and I stayed in the car while Amy went into Target.  As we were waiting, Summer drove by in the parking lot.  She needed to run in to Target as well but hated getting Madeline out in the rain.  Madeline hung out in the car with us.  I turned on the DVD in the car.  They were so cute watching it together.  The funniest thing was when Madeline pulled Madison's pappy (pacifier) out of her mouth and put it into hers.  The look on Madison's face was priceless!

Shane had to work late Wednesday so Dad came up to the house to watch Madison until he got home.  When we got home, Madison was SO hyper!!  She had so much fun with her PawPaw.  She didn't settle down until around 11:30!

Yesterday, was really exciting.  Amy had scheduled a sonogram here so we could all see the baby.  It was pretty amazing.  Mom and Dad were both able to come as well. 

We spent the afternoon relaxing and then Summer and Madeline came back up to the house.  She and Madison have such a good time together. 

We are leaving tomorrow to go to our cousin's wedding in Okaloosa County.  We are looking forward to it.  I wish we could take Madison, but the weather has turned cooler which means she needs to stay inside. Dad is staying with her while we help Will and Shena celebrate their special day.