Egg Whites?

For those of you that don't know Madi has had a rash on her face, arms, and legs for about a year now. It just keeps getting worse and it started spreading to other parts of her body, like up her legs, and back. I have been constantly asking our awesome doctors (j/k) at the clinic here what I could do about it. They just told me it was something she would grow out of and try new lotions or soaps. I have tried just about every lotion on the market by the way. I even took her off dairy for a while thinking it might be a milk allergy. It still didn't clear up. Finally we went for her 18 month appointment and we met with a new doctor since our regular one wasn't there that day. I again asked if she thought it was allergies. She said lets try an allergy test. The previous doctor said our insurance wouldn't cover it so we didn't try. The doc says the skin tests are not covered but blood tests are. So they try to take Madi's blood which was heartbreaking. I was alone with her and two other nurses tried to hold her down. It wasn't happening. We rescheduled to when Trevor could be there to hold her. That time it went good and they got the sample. The lab tech says it should be a few days, we'll call you if anything comes up. Yesterday I finally call them back (two weeks later) wondering if maybe they did find something and didnt call. The nice nurse on the phone explains that Madi is allergic to egg whites. Egg whites? I would have never guessed that. It is a mild allergy but it could be why she has developed the rash. I was so relieved which is weird to say. I am sad that my baby has an allergy but am so happy to find out what the problem is.

So no cookies, cakes, or chicken nuggets for Madi. We now have to change how we eat a little bit. Maybe it will actually make us eat a little bit healthier. I am hoping that we will start to see her skin clear up soon.

You Are Pocahantas!

Free-spirited and wise. You have a strong passionate spirit that touches and changes all who know you. The wisdom and common sense that you have is really what guides you through life. Even so, you also have a very playful side that loves adventure and excitement.

Which Disney Princess Are You?"

Splash Park Fun!

Madi had so much fun at the splash park this past weekend. The weather has finally warmed up so we made sure to take advantage and go outside. The water was still freezing but Madi played for the longest time. She loved it. She would come say hi to us and I could tell she was freezing but having too much fun to care. Oh what fun to be a kid again!

What we've been up to

I have been slacking lately. Here are some random pics of the last few weeks. We have been having some awesome weather so we have been outside as much as possible. Madi and I went with some friends to the Rhododendron Gardens . They are beautiful!splashing her feet in the water
Trevor played in his schools golf tournament last weekend.
They played at a really nice course in town and had a really good time.

We went to a picnic on Memorial weekend at Blue Lake park with some friends. I want to get Madi a chair like this, it is so cute.

This is just a random pic of us waiting for Daddy to come home. We sometimes go on the balcony and wave to him and Madi gets so excited for her Daddy!

New Kids are Back!

The New Kids on the Block performed on the Today show on Friday and it was so good, I was dancing in my pjs. I love these guys and they are better than ever. The dance moves were great, even in the pouring rain. Their new song is my new summer theme song. I love it. Also, they just announced they are coming in concert to Portland November 23rd. Anybody in?

Waterfront Park in Bellevue

We took Madilyn to this park on the water by Trevor's grandma's house . It was the cutest little park and you could swim there in the summer, they had lifeguard stations and everything. Too bad it was rainy and cold:( It is amazing how we lived in Seattle for three months and never saw anything. I love having a child, it makes you get out and explore.

A major closeup family portrait.

Take me out to the....

Mariner Game.

We went to Seattle on Friday to see a game. I just love baseball games, the fans, the food (yes, I love junk food), and the fun of course. I even love the little games they play in the middle of innings, you know the ball hidden under the hat or the racing bottles of condiments (Trevor always picks mustard). The dancing grounds crew always makes me laugh. I even love the proposals on the big screen. Lastly, I love the baseball! I do sometimes miss that being such a big part of our lives. It was kind of funny for Trevor to see two of his old teammates playing on the field.

I do like the Mariners but I am still a Diamondbacks fan at heart. Except I still think it is weird to see them wearing red, it's just not right.

We took Trevor's cousin Darren and his wife Brandy. I had never met them before and Trevor had last seen his cousin about 10 years ago. We had a lot of fun getting to know them, they are a cute couple.

Gymnastics

We went to open gym with our friends Angela and Ryder this week and had so much fun. She loved the trampolines and hanging from the bars. She even liked the balance beam. They are really low to the ground for kids and the parents are by them the whole time. She was a little cranky since it was so close to naptime but I hope she will get better as we continue going. They had this 3 person swing that the kids just love. The video is Madi's first time on the swing.

Since my work schedule varies week to week, I love open gyms so I don't have to go every week if I am busy. The pool is open preschool swim too. I decided that is way better than swimming lessons where I hear they don't really teach them much at this age anyways. We love getting out of the house everyday and doing something, even if it is at McDonalds playplace.

18 Months

I can't believe my baby is 18 months old. She has changed so much in the past few months it blows me away. It's like she went from a baby to a little girl overnight. Here are some of the highlights of the past few months:

• Madi learning how to climb out of her crib this week, luckily she is doing really well in her toddler bed. Luckily she can't open doors yet so she isn't just walking out of her room.
  
• She wants to walk up and down the stairs instead of me holding her. What a big girl.
• She has gotten better at swimming. She blows bubbles, doesn't choke when I put her under, and can go down the baby slide without swallowing water. AZ here we come!
• She is climbing on everything, chairs, tables, she is a little monkey.
  
• She is trying to learn her ABCs, she says ABCDE so far. The leap frog video is awesome. She says the letter sounds already.
  
• She can do a somersault and can jump. Her jump is actually one foot at a time. It looks hilarious.
  
• Can't wait for nursery. She is a social butterfly so she will love it!

P.S. I just have to add that the cat blanket was given to me by a little old lady in our ward when Madi was born. It is actually a really nice warm blanket and we haven't gotten her a bedding set. No, I am not a cat lover lady. ( To Shana)

I Passed Boards!!!!

I got my scores this morning and I passed all 6 sections. Pathology I barely squeaked by, but our Path teacher being fired recently might be why some of us were not as prepared for that subject as we should have. No more Chemistry ever!!!!!!

Fun in the sunshine

Madilyn and I went to AZ last week for a quick trip. We didn't really have a reason, just wanted to see some sunshine and play with family. Madi loved hanging out with everyone and could say almost everyone's names. Also she loved playing outside and getting dirty. I was excited that she could finally wear her spring/summer clothes. It was such a nice break from the rain.

Picking up the kids from school.

She fed Sophie cereal and practically shoved it in her mouth faster than she could swallow.
It was hilarious.

Time for kisses! We loved Gramma Tracy's new carpet, so nice for the babies.

The girls hanging out.

My brother Sal had prom while we were there so I got to go and take pictures.
How fun! Isn't he handsome?

The Little Tulip keeps on growing!

We were off to the Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival this week. Because of the cold cold weather we have been having, not all of the tulips were in bloom yet. Probably about 60% were bloomed but it was still really pretty. Madi really enjoyed running through the rows and rows of flowers and had muddy knees by the time we left. We rode a cow train that was adorable and shared an elephant ear. Good times were had by all.The train was made from old barrels and wasn't the most comfortable ride but a very cute idea.Smelling the flowers.This was taken last year. She was such a round little thing. She has grown up so much this last year.
She was busy eating part of her elephant ear and didn't feel like posing.

Our Little Easter Bunny

Easter was so much fun this year since Madilyn is now old enough to understand about the Easter bunny. We went to our ward's easter egg hunt on Saturday morning and Madi loved finding the eggs and loved the candy inside even more. We got made fun of by the other parents for MAdi being all cute and dressed up. All of the other kids came ready for some serious hunting with rain boots on or tennnis shoes. We got the first time parents comment or you guys must not be from Oregon. They were right about one thing. We should have put some better shoes on MAdi. The field was so muddy and wet, one thing you never have to worry about in Arizona. It was a lot of fun and I got some cute pictures. Easter Sunday we had dinner with the wonderful Church family. It was very yummy. Then we played a serious game of pictionary. We did miss our Arizona families very much and hope everyone had a great holiday.

Jumping time

Madi and I went with some friends to JJ Jump last week and had lots of fun. Luckily they have preschool age open jump time so you don't have to worry about big kids hurting your little ones. Madi was still kind of small for most of the jumping castles and slides but was totally up for doing everything. We had lots of fun going down slides and climbing over and under things. They had one area that reminded me of American Gladiators. Guess who got the best workout that day? We both needed a nap that day.

I didn't get one picture of her facing me, she was too busy to pose.
What a little ball of energy she is!

We had some visitors!

Sorry we've been MIA for a while but we have just been having too much fun with family. Trevor's sister Tiffini, her husband, Derrick, and their two adorable kids Casey and Sophie came to stay with us for about a week. It was their spring break and I felt kinda bad that they didnt choose somewhere sunny and warm. It rained a lot. But I was very happy that they came so I would have some company since Trev took his national boards last week. We went swimming, to OMSI, the Oregon Zoo, the Tillamook cheese factory, and the beach.

Having some quality cousin time in the princess couch. Isn't Sophie a doll? Fun at the zoo. Madi getting snuggles from Aunt Tiff. I swear she wanted to go home with you guys. Hours fishing in the cold-8 . Fishes caught--0.

At least the guys were still happy when they got home.

Are we bad parents?

First we give her pop rocks, then we make her walk on a treadmill.

POP ROCKS!!

We introduced Madi to the always fun candy, Pop Rocks.

Oregon Zoo

Last week we went to the zoo with some friends and had a great time.
It was warm, in the 60s and sunny and just the perfect day to go.

Curlers Update

Well the curlers didn't work out so good. I think I put them in too early because Madi went wild and tore out half of them. So she has a few pretty curls in the back and the rest was straight. I am going to try a few different things and try it again. I'll definately wait until right before bed and maybe use some mousse or something. Here are a few pictures just to show I actually do her hair. Also she is finally growing out of the mullet stage. Hooray!

Her new Princess couch. This reminds me of a sleepover party.

Madi is really into coloring lately, on herself.
We finally got some coloring books and crayons for her.

Everybody do the Broccoli Dance!!!

Madi was dancing to this sesame street song and we had to blog it. More to come on her curlers as well.