Locker Room Antics

So last night we decided to take Morgan to another Muskies football game since it was gorgeous out and she loved it last time we took her. When we got there, the game was about a 1/2 hour behind so unfortunately, we were only able to stay through the 1st quarter. Morgan had been "sensitive" (Mary's so kind with her words) all day at daycare, hadn't slept the greatest the night before or for naps Friday, had a minor runny nose, and was filthy (=bath night) so I didn't want her home too late...so anyway, we get there and forget to change her diaper at the car so I took her to the bathroom just before the game started to take care of business. Well, the bathrooms had no baby changing stations or counter top so I decided we'd quickly take advantage of the empty locker room I saw on our way to the bathroom. JUST as I realize Morgan's peeing everywhere and I catch it with her new diaper, I hear the click-click-click of cleats...and in comes the VISITING team. Poor Morgan. She didn't care, but the poor thing had her pants half on and all items were stuffed into the bag as we bolted for the door...but couldn't get out from all the padded teenagers making their "mean gruff yelling" way in. Nice. Then she threw her car into the sea of smelly boys and thankfully one of them picked it up and gave it to her. Not what they planned to see when they came in, I'm sure!

Our college friends Luke & Sarah spent the night since they had a Scottish Games Festival in the Quad Cities. It was great to see them, but much too short. Next time we'll plan better than 36 hours in advance. ;-)

Today, Morgan received a new friend into this world, as our good friends Nick & Melanie had their very first child, a boy, Carson Douglas, this morning at 8:11am. We're VERY eager to meet Mr. Carson tomorrow and see how the little family is doing. I got the text that it was a boy JUST as I was leaving the baby clothes dept. at Kohls...perfect timing to whip around and get some goodies. :)

They had Christmas stuff out at Kohls today. :( Don't get me wrong. I LOVE Christmas. LOVE IT. But this is too early. So I promptly bought Morgan her Christmas jammies since I had a great coupon and they were on sale. :-P

Morgan never ceases to amaze us. She's now ducking her head to peek into/around things. She is almost able to go from a 1/2 kneel (one knee down, one foot down) to a stand but juuuuust isn't quite there yet. Tonight I was talking through this tube/stacker toy and tried to get her to imitate...and she did. Neat to watch her think through it. She signs 'please' on command with no difficulty to request. She also signs "cracker" but uses her other hand instead of her elbow...I don't know if she actually knows this sign yet or just thinks it's a cool one to imitate. I'm hearing some really close almost words that she's imitating. She's working hard on "no no Jessie" and is really good at the 'no no' part. She says 'ah dah' for all done. There are several more but I can't think of them right now. Mary thought that Morgan was trying to say "patty cake" yesterday at daycare. Doesn't surprise me. And to think at one point a long time ago I was petrified (we both were) that she was behind. Smart smart baby. :) Tricked us both.

I'm SO excited for Monday night. Morgan and I are heading to a friend's house to learn how to make bows for her hair. I bought (too much) ribbon today along with some feathery-boa material to contribute to the already tons of ribbon that will be there. FUN!! ::prays Morgan is good so I can increase productivity::

Obviously, it's now football season and just like last year, the child LOVES watching football. Not in the Adam-sense of it (sitting, staring, minimal movement) but when the crowd gets loud she stops, looks at the TV, and either claps or puts her hands up for 'touchdown.' And we have an athlete, folks. ;-)

Last thing. Then laundry and budget. Blech. I wonder if Morgan's top teeth are thinking of making an appearance. She's been up a tiny bit more than usual, a little more "sensitive" around the edges, and (the kicker) drooling like a crazy person. As in almost as bad as tiny Morgan who went through 8 bibs a day. I'll keep you posted.

PS. I now love my hair. LOVE it. :-D