Paigisms 2014

• While watching the voice "Mom, why does that girls mom let her wear a dress that shows her boobs. That's inappropriate.". Can I just say that I love her understanding of modesty already!
•  Heard at our dinner table. "I think I am a little more Pidgeon than Huffman. Because mom used to be a Pidgeon and I came out of her"
• After a night of little sleep i woke up to this.. to mom: I love you through heaven. You play games with me. That is why you are special.
•  Watching the voice... Paige says "that guys hair looks like daddy's and that girls hair looks like Chelsie's. Its like daddy married Chelsie." To be clear this was about a black guy and an Asian girl. Hmmm
• While watching the voice, Paige is working on drawing little books that she is going to sell for $1 to raise money for Disneyland. Then she said she was going to ask Nana for $100 for one. When I explained that was a lot of money for a book she said she was going to make a whole box for $100. Oh well then that makes more sense right?
• At the Doctors office this morning, Paige was so quiet and lethargic. But there were moments I knew she was still there. Once she looked at me and said "Mom- I can call nana- grandma or nana- because they mean the same thing". And a little while later, she said "Someone told me that my eyes were OCEAN blue". 
•  I was listening to Brad Paisley's "This is COuntry Music" and it reminded me of the song Paige wrote the other day. It was called "This aint country music" or something like that. I asked her why and she said because it isn't a true song. Country Music is all about life and stuff that is true!
• Paige & Justin went to the park early this morning before it rains. She came back and I saw that she was still in her nightgown. Then she said "Mom, I almost lubricated my leg at the park!" After a little laughter and a few questions she believes she almost broke or cut off her leg. She is fine, but sometimes the things that come out are just too funny.
• Justin, Paige & I were out front playing Chutes & Ladders with our neighbor, Tim. Another neighbor stops by to check out the camping action. He sees Tim and asks Paige if this is a sleepover. She says sure, you can sleep under my bed (She has a loft bed) and Tim can sleep on my bed. It was such a funny conversation. Tim & Justin will be sleeping in their own comfy beds, as will I- Too cold out there for me.
• Paige at bedtime: "Wouldn't it be great if there was a magic typewriter. And if you typed in something like, I want a tree that grows money and never dies, it would create one. And then we would always have money"
• Paige picked out her outfit today and when she asked me about what shoes to wear, i suggested a pair that matched. But she said "Why does everything have to match in my life?"
• Wait... Let me sit.like a proper princess before you take my picture.  
• When I picked Paige up from daycare today, she announced "I am engaged. I have a boyfriend". When I asked her who the guy is she said Alex- he is a high schooler. Yes we have had a conversation about what a "Boyfriend" and "Being engaged" really means. But wow! 
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Meeting Elena Grace

My sister in Ohio, Danielle & her husband Jeff, after years of trying- had a baby girl in November 2014.  Of course I needed to get out there as soon as I could so I booked a trip for the end of January and could not wait!   They planned a Naming/Blessing ceremony while I was there.  And my niece Scarlett turned 3 as well.     I had some difficulties getting in since my flight was delayed in San Jose due to fog so instead of getting to Cleveland around dinner time, I got in around 10pm.   Friday was a nice relaxing day hanging out with the girls during the day and then Scarlett's party in the evening.   Saturday was the blessing ceremony which, besides Elena screaming during the ceremony went well.  Sunday we had breakfast with the whole family and then hung out until we braved the snowstorm to go to Jen's friends house.  We ended up getting stuck there for a while since Doug had some car trouble and getting a cab proved difficult.  But we made it home and my Patriots won, so that's good.  Monday we went out for some fried pickles and then I got some more snuggle time with little Elena before a final dinner with the family.  Tuesday early I was dropped off at the airport only to have an airplane that was too cold resulting in a 2 hour delay.   But I made it home in one piece! 

New Years Eve

Chelsie & Tony were in town for New Years Eve!  My parents found out that they were having lots of activities at the Chabot Space & Science center including ball drops for kids.  We had a great time looking/playing with all of the exhibits.  We especially loved the scream box.. If only I could have one for myself. 

Meet Benny

About a week before Christmas one of the hamsters died.  Around that time I was looking on one of my facebook groups for free stuff and saw someone was giving away a bunny and it was so cute.  I know nothing about bunnies but I decided that we should give the bunny a home.  I discussed with Justin (Who was all in of course) and we decided to get it right away but not put it under the tree.  We didn't want to set a precedent that live animals come under the tree.   However, the person giving away the bunny was not very responsive and it didn't look like we were going to get it before Christmas.  Then my friend Danny's wife contacted me and told me that she had a bunny and they were moving to a place they couldn't keep him.  She wanted to find a good home for him and was offering him to us with all his stuff!  We couldn't pass it up.  We had so much fun surprising Paige!

Zoo Lights

The Family to Family group from church had an outing to Zoo Lights at the Oakland Zoo.  I thought it was going to be different but we had a great time hanging out with friends... Even when the train broke down and we had to wait a long time to go on it.

Babysitting Job

My mom & I agreed to watch the 5 children of two of the pastors at church.  My mom planned a whole snowman party for the kids and I, well I just was so excited to be watching Ethan who was around 7 months old I think.   The kids had a great time and so did we.  Seriously, my mom might just be the best babysitter ever!