Today Makenna had her second annual photo shoot with live bunnies for a promotional flyer for my Mom's 4-H club. They will be taking pictures a few weeks before Easter and Makenna was asked again this year to be a "model" for the promotion of the event. I am going to try to edit the photos with my new Adobe Photoshop software before I post them, but there are some cute pictures of her and the rabbits.
Not much of anything else has been going on here in the Coffer household. We all have spring fever and cannot wait to travel to Colorado for spring break in just three weeks. It can't get her fast enough. Have a good week.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Happy Valentine's Day
It is so hard to believe that Valentine's Day is already here. The year is flying by. Justin and I celebrated the holiday one day early and all I can say is that we had a fabulous day. We had already exchanged gifts. Or maybe I should say that Justin purchased him something he wanted really bad and told me it was his Valentine's gift so he told me to do the same. He got a pedal tuner for his guitar that also does all these other special effects and I got Adobe Photoshop so I edit all the photos I take with my SLR camera. YIPPEE.
Anyways, the morning began with us taking Makenna to Bolivar. My mom had volunteered to watch her, but unexpectedly she had a meeting in Jeff City that was cancelled last weekend due to snow. So, Uncle Trent got his first experience of watching the Little Miss for and extended amount of time and surprisingly both he and Makenna did very well--except for the fact he left her totally trash my parent's house with toys. After dropping Makenna off, Justin and I headed to brunch. There is a cute little place here is Springfield called Aunt Martha's Pancake House that neither one of us have ever been to and let me say we will definitely be going back. After brunch we went shopping and then we headed downtown to Springfield Little Theater to see The King and I. It was FANTASTI C. I absolutely love all the productions done at SLT and I was so proud of Justin for getting us tickets--and yes he enjoys them, too. We capped our day off with dinner at Millie's and then came home just to relax. It was a great day.
Today we are headed to small group and church and then we are going to pick-up Makenna in Bolivar. Hope everyone has a great Valentine's Day.
Anyways, the morning began with us taking Makenna to Bolivar. My mom had volunteered to watch her, but unexpectedly she had a meeting in Jeff City that was cancelled last weekend due to snow. So, Uncle Trent got his first experience of watching the Little Miss for and extended amount of time and surprisingly both he and Makenna did very well--except for the fact he left her totally trash my parent's house with toys. After dropping Makenna off, Justin and I headed to brunch. There is a cute little place here is Springfield called Aunt Martha's Pancake House that neither one of us have ever been to and let me say we will definitely be going back. After brunch we went shopping and then we headed downtown to Springfield Little Theater to see The King and I. It was FANTASTI C. I absolutely love all the productions done at SLT and I was so proud of Justin for getting us tickets--and yes he enjoys them, too. We capped our day off with dinner at Millie's and then came home just to relax. It was a great day.
Today we are headed to small group and church and then we are going to pick-up Makenna in Bolivar. Hope everyone has a great Valentine's Day.
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Perspectives
I must admit that I have the tendency to let small things bother me a whole lot more than they should. This is something I have been trying to work on and it takes events like the one I experienced tonight to remind me that I should sweat the small stuff in life.
For some reason, I volunteered to decorate two sheet cakes for our annual Valentine's dance at school. I have been dreading doing this because I have a lot on my plate right now. I was in the middle of making the icing for them about 5 o'clock this evening when my cell phone rang. I immediately washed my hands, and seeing that it was a co-worker and friend of mine, John, I answered it. I figured it was something about the after school program that we do together, but when I answered the phone I knew something was wrong. He told me that his best friend, Josh, who is also a co-worker had been in a terrible accident where he was ejected from his vehicle and was airlifted to the hospital. He told me to start praying and I told him to keep me posted. After hanging up, I immediately lifted Josh up in prayer and with knots in my stomach waited for John to call me back when he had any further information. Thirty minutes later John texted me to let me know Josh was talking and all vitals were good. He then called me and told me that Josh has a broken hip, was very sore, and has a long recovery ahead of him. We talked about how God was watching over Josh and we praised the Lord His protection.
The events of tonight have really made me realize that I let small, trivial things in life bother me and thus, I lose focus on the important things in my life. Life is so precious and no one is guaranteed tomorrow. While I am still hurting for Josh and the recovery he has ahead of him, I thank God that He was there in this situation. I also praise God that he used Josh's wreak the remind me that I need to let the small things go and be thankful for what He has given me. I even praise him for the ability to decorate cakes for a middle school dance. ;)
For some reason, I volunteered to decorate two sheet cakes for our annual Valentine's dance at school. I have been dreading doing this because I have a lot on my plate right now. I was in the middle of making the icing for them about 5 o'clock this evening when my cell phone rang. I immediately washed my hands, and seeing that it was a co-worker and friend of mine, John, I answered it. I figured it was something about the after school program that we do together, but when I answered the phone I knew something was wrong. He told me that his best friend, Josh, who is also a co-worker had been in a terrible accident where he was ejected from his vehicle and was airlifted to the hospital. He told me to start praying and I told him to keep me posted. After hanging up, I immediately lifted Josh up in prayer and with knots in my stomach waited for John to call me back when he had any further information. Thirty minutes later John texted me to let me know Josh was talking and all vitals were good. He then called me and told me that Josh has a broken hip, was very sore, and has a long recovery ahead of him. We talked about how God was watching over Josh and we praised the Lord His protection.
The events of tonight have really made me realize that I let small, trivial things in life bother me and thus, I lose focus on the important things in my life. Life is so precious and no one is guaranteed tomorrow. While I am still hurting for Josh and the recovery he has ahead of him, I thank God that He was there in this situation. I also praise God that he used Josh's wreak the remind me that I need to let the small things go and be thankful for what He has given me. I even praise him for the ability to decorate cakes for a middle school dance. ;)
Monday, January 25, 2010
2 Year Evaluation
Makenna had her 2 year assessment tonight with our Parents As Teachers educator, Jill. She did outstanding--she didn't get a perfect only because she refused to draw a straight line on a piece of paper even though she is fully capable of doing so. Jill was amazed at Makenna's talking, vocabulary, letter recgonition and couldn't believe she is fully potty trained. At this age, most kids are saying two to three word phrases. Makenna says complete, complex sentences. Needless to say, Justin and I are very proud of our little girl. Jill also helped ease my worries about Makenna not doing things, such as counting, singing her ABC's, etc. when asked to do so. She explained that she sees this a lot in kids who tend to be perfectionists (I don't know where Makenna got that from) because they are afraid to make mistakes. I completely understand this because she was completely describing me. While I know I can't change how my child is wired, I will now try to do all I can to teach Makenna that is okay to make mistakes and encourage her to not be afraid to do things because she is fearful of not being perfect.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
2 Year Check-Up and Thankfulness
The Coffer family is very glad this past week is behind us. The week didn't start off too bad, but at the end of the week Justin and I both endured some frustrations and worries at both of our jobs. If I went into a lot of detail about it this post would take you about an hour to read. So, let's just say we are both VERY thankful for our jobs even though they can be frustrating at times.
Makenna had her 2 year check-up this week. She weighed in at 23 lbs. and 2 oz. which is the 5th percentile. However, she is in the 75th percentile on her height at 34 1/2 inches tall. Her vocabulary continues to expand and her letter and color recognition is also improving. While she was coloring in the bathtub the other night with her bath crayons she drew an S and said "Mommy, look at my S." I was pretty shocked at this, but very proud at the same time. Makenna is just growing up so fast. But perhaps the biggest news is that Makenna is now fully potty trained and she only wears pull-ups during naps and at night. YIPPEE!!!
We don't have big plans for the weekend--just hanging at togehter and relaxing after our stressful week. I have some school work to do that is on my agenda, but that will probably be put off until tomorrow afternoon.
Makenna had her 2 year check-up this week. She weighed in at 23 lbs. and 2 oz. which is the 5th percentile. However, she is in the 75th percentile on her height at 34 1/2 inches tall. Her vocabulary continues to expand and her letter and color recognition is also improving. While she was coloring in the bathtub the other night with her bath crayons she drew an S and said "Mommy, look at my S." I was pretty shocked at this, but very proud at the same time. Makenna is just growing up so fast. But perhaps the biggest news is that Makenna is now fully potty trained and she only wears pull-ups during naps and at night. YIPPEE!!!
We don't have big plans for the weekend--just hanging at togehter and relaxing after our stressful week. I have some school work to do that is on my agenda, but that will probably be put off until tomorrow afternoon.
Monday, January 11, 2010
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Look at the Changes
From this...
To this...
To this...
Happy 2nd Birthday, Makenna! I can't believe that our little girl is now 2! Justin and I have had so much fun with her over the past few years and we can't wait to see her grow and mature as the years go by. She is a very special young lady and we are blessed to have her as a daughter.
Friday, January 8, 2010
Snow Days #2 and 3 and Birthday Preparations
Makenna and I have been enjoying two more days at home. My school was cancelled yesterday and today due to snow and frigid temperatures so I have had more time than expected to get things ready for Makenna's birthday party tomorrow afternoon. I can't believe her birthday is almost here and she will be two! We are having an Elmo party and I am taking a break right now from decorating the cake. (Don't worry, pictures will follow.) She is already talking about her friends who will be coming and I can tell she is super excited for more presents. I can't wait to see her reaction when we bring in her new pink Radio Flyer tricycle or when she open the Sesame Street Adventures book that is personalized with her picture throughout it. On Sunday, which is her actual birthday, we are planning on making our first visit to Build-A-Bear after church. That should be quite an experience. I have enjoyed being able to walk past that place in the mall without Makenna throwing a fit to go in because she has idea what it is, but I have a feeling that is about to change. I will post pictures of all the birthday festivities, but for now stay warm everyone here in the Midwest.
Monday, January 4, 2010
Snow Day
No school for me today so Makenna and I are just being lazy around the house and playing. It is now going to be even harder to go back to work, but I must admit that the extra day is nice. Tonight we plan on hitting Sam's to pick stuff up for Makenna's birthday party. We also plan on going to the grocery store since we haven't been in 3 weeks. We need to stock up since more snow is in the forecast for the middle of the week. I just hope it comes and goes by Saturday so that family can get here for the party.
Here are a few pictures I took when we went outside yesterday and played in the snow. Makenna loved putting on her boots and by the end she was even picking the snow up and throwing it. That is a lot a progress compared to last year when we she wouldn't walk in it and we had to put a towel down for her to sit on. (See the last picture)
Sunday, January 3, 2010
Hello 2010
I can't believe 2010 is already here. As I type this post, I am looking out the window at snow falling onto the already snow covered ground. The snow would be the reason I am posting now and why we are not at church.
The new year means the end of my winter break--I go back to work tomorrow :(. It also means making resolutions. Justin and I have established some personal and family goals for the new year and I hope we fulfill most if not all of them. But most exciting, the new year means the coming of Makenna's birthday. This week we will be preparing for her Elmo birthday party and enjoying her last week of being one.
We are hoping to get out and enjoy the snow this afternoon. I will post pics if we do.
The new year means the end of my winter break--I go back to work tomorrow :(. It also means making resolutions. Justin and I have established some personal and family goals for the new year and I hope we fulfill most if not all of them. But most exciting, the new year means the coming of Makenna's birthday. This week we will be preparing for her Elmo birthday party and enjoying her last week of being one.
We are hoping to get out and enjoy the snow this afternoon. I will post pics if we do.
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