Our sweet babycakes is no longer a baby. I get teary just typing that sentence. Mckinlie Rae has turned 1 & is now a toddler. We chose the theme "You are my sunshine". That fits her perfectly and is 100% true. She is our sunshine & brings us so much happiness.
For her birthday, Mom & Dad got her clothes (she just about fits in 18 months now), a play kitchen, a bunch of play food, and a few other little things. She LOVES the kitchen but mostly just likes taking it apart. I find the drawer to the kitchen in different rooms lately.
For her birthday activity, we took her to the Treehouse Museum in Ogden. She mostly just ran around & that worked for us, because she was so happy doing that. We also went to Texas Roadhouse and she had her first kid's meal. They had her sit on a saddle & sang to her. She was not a fan of that and cried. It was a bit TOO loud for her.
For her birthday activity, we took her to the Treehouse Museum in Ogden. She mostly just ran around & that worked for us, because she was so happy doing that. We also went to Texas Roadhouse and she had her first kid's meal. They had her sit on a saddle & sang to her. She was not a fan of that and cried. It was a bit TOO loud for her.
She had a few fun parties & she LOVED the attention. This little girl is a fan of being in the spotlight. If we are in a crowd & someone laughs, she thinks they are laughing at her and she will put on a show for them. We love her personality! Anyways, she loved opening gifts & plays with all of her new things daily. When it came to her smashcake, she wasn't super interested. She had her party with a cake the night before her big party, and also got a cupcake on her actual birthday. The poor thing may have been a little treated out.
We love our princess & she is the perfect addition to our family. We couldn't imagine life without her.
Mckinlie's favorite things:
Toy- Pillow pets. She has 4 different ones: poodle, black doggie, brown doggie & a cow
When we get her from her crib each time, she has to pick-up her pillow pet & make sure
that it makes it out of the crib with her.
Food- This little girl eats A LOT. She usually will eat as big of a serving as we do. Lately she is loving macaroni, frozen waffles, and dry cherrios. She loves to drink out of a big girl cup
with a straw.
Movie- Unfortunately I put a tv in her room so that I could shut her in there while I take a
shower. She got used to this and knows exactly what time she gets her movie and will take
me into her room & point at the tv. One day, I was really sick & she wouldn't nap. I
turned a movie on for her to watch in her crib. Big mistake. She now will cry sometimes
during naps or bedtime and when we go in, she will point at her tv. I promise she doesn't
watch it THAT much. Sheesh. She LOVES LOVES LOVES the movie Madeline: Lost in
Paris. She smiles when the songs play & will dance to it. Oh, she also has learned how to
turn the tv on, play the movie, & even how to rewind it when it's over & play it again.
Random- M LOVES baths & will stop dead in her tracks when she hears the tub start & runs tothe bathroom. As far as discipline goes, she knows exactly what she isn't supposed to do,
and will do it while looking at us, just to see what we'll do. So far, timeouts DO NOT work.
Even though we don't laugh, she does and will make funny sounds. Something's gotta give
soon & we'll figure it out.
Her pediatrician is the same one I had growing up. Her name is Dr Bean & we love her.
at her 1 yr appointment, the dr said she is levels above where she is supposed to be
intellectually. We now need to find ways to challenge her. She & I work on puzzles, colors,
shapes & animals. She picks up on words very quickly & a lot of them she has heard once
& will repeat it and knows what it is.
Words that she knows- Mama, Dad, Dog, Go, No No, Round Round (fan), and Plane. She also
signs "more" when she wants food or a drink.
Mom's message to Mckinlie:
You are our sunshine & will forever be. The last year with you has been amazing. We have loved watching you grow & learn. I can't believe that a year ago, you were just born & a tiny little 5-pound girl. Things change way too quickly. Keep up your cute curiosity & desire to discover everything. You are the greatest blessing we could have ever asked for & we are so lucky to be your parents. Always remember that Heavenly Father & your family loves you. You are our pride & joy. I'm so excited for the time that we have ahead with you. If it's anything like the last year, it will be a fun ride!
Dad's message to Mckinlie:
Mckinlie Rae, I love you a lot. Who knew that such a little baby girl could be such source of joy in my life? From the moment you were born you have been fun, smiley, and happy. I have loved seeing you grow, learn, and discover your world. You are a beautiful girl who is lucky to have a mother who sacrifices so much to take care of you, if you grow up to be like her you will not go wrong. Keep up your happiness, no matter what comes your way, your smile and joyful personality will be a source of happiness and hope for everyone around you. I love you more than you will ever know. Heavenly father loves you and is always there watching out for you. You are a princess.
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