Exploring Rock Hill, SC: Fire Department Museum

Good afternoon, I'm trying to explore more of what Rock Hill has to offer stay at home moms or just families with kids. So today I met up with the ladies from my mom's group and we went to the 

Rock Hill Fire Department Museum. 

Pretend Play

 Ambulance Fun

Dressing Up

As you can see from the pictures above the kids really enjoyed dressing up, playing and pretending to be Firefighters! We stayed at the museum for 2 full hours and Jayda still didn't want to leave. So, if your child(ren) are into fire trucks or firefighters this is a great place to visit. Plus admission is FREE! The Museum is open Monday-Friday from 8-4 pm and a fun fact is that local firefighters help raise money to open it. You can read more about the museum in this Article.

 So If you are in the Rock Hill area check it out!!

Hello??!!

Anyone still following me? It's been  a LONG time since I posted and last August I had high hopes of being committed to blogging but such is life. I know it's about to be February but Happy New Year! I hope that everyone's year has started off on a great note.

So I guess I'll post a couple pictures to bring everyone up to date on my life:

- Jayda started Preschool in September and loves it! She has made a lot of friends and is learning so many things. Enrolling her into this part day program was the best decision we made.

- On January 9th Alyssa turned 1~ We had a low key celebration just the 4 of us. Alyssa started walking in December and is running all over the place. She also has a mouth full of teeth and is still breastfeeding but we are in the process of weaning.

- We are also getting ready to move again, Yay! I'll let you all know where once we have more information. I am excited and ready for a new adventure.

Well this about sums up what's been going on! I promise not to be away as long as before.

Blessing,

Maya 

Happy Thanksgiving!

It's Thanksgiving Eve and as I sit here watching my mom prepare for tomorrow's feast I know I have a lot to be thankful for:

 My Amazing Husband

 My daughter

My unborn child

 My family

and the list could go on and on....

So, I hope that you too have a wonderful day tomorrow...!!!

Maya

Terrible 2s..

Ahhh..Help! What happened to my little girl and how can I get her back? Seriously..

Ms. J's tantrums have been on 100% and her new favorite word is "No". I don't know what to do but my patience is tested daily. For example, today I had to go register at the hospital and she acted the fool. Even though I brought her Nabi tablet she wanted to play with the stuff on the desk. When I placed her beside me the tantrum started and she bucked until she fell on the floor.. Geezzz.. Luckily the lady was understanding and finished my paperwork quickly.

Again, I don't know what to do. My mom always raves about how well behaved I was as a child and I guess I expected my toddler to be the same. I know, I know this behavior is normal I just wasn't prepared for it.

 I've been stern with her but I find it hard not to spend the day saying "no,no,no" or raising my voice. I'm just overwhelmed and its embarrassing when we are in public.  With another baby on the way I need any suggestions to help prevent this from becoming worst. Though I'm preparing for it to anyway...

Adventures with Ms. J: Halloween Fun

Hope everyone had a wonderful Halloween! Ours was very low key because my husband had to work. So, I took Jayda to a truck a treat event at our church and she had a blast! We dressed her up as a bumble bee and I'm proud to say that I made her tutu. My first time making one and I was very impressed how awesome it turned out!. Check out the picture...

 I loved seeing her face light up when we approached each car and was handed candy to put in her pumpkin. She is such a big girl now I just can't believe it.


I must admit I have been concerned about her language development because she doesn't talk as clear  as some 2yr old. I can understand the majority of things she says but most is still gibberish. I have to remind myself that children development at their own pace. Right now she loves singing songs, planes, the colors pink/red and the numbers 9/10! Every time we walk down stairs she says "9, 10" lol..super cute.  Jayda is 100% potty trained during the day and wears pull ups at night.

I am still in the Mom's group and I signed Jayda up for toddler time at the Library (starting Wednesday), which should be interesting. I hope she sits still for story time and is willing to participate in the group activities.

Anyways, hope everyone is having a relaxing weekend.

Maya

Longtime No See!!

Hi guys!! I know its been a long time since I posted. I mean really, who neglects their blog like this?? I guess me! Anyway, life has been moving right along so the best way to update you is through pictures...

~In July Jayda and I celebrated our birthdays!!

I turned 29 and Jayda turned 2!!~

~ I entered the second trimester of pregnancy in August and we found out we are having another GIRL! ~

~Doesn't Jayda seem excited about her little sister??!!~

~I also decided it was time to join a Mom's Group and so far so good. ~

Well guys, that about sums up what's been going on in my life these past months. I plan to get back into the swing of things and will try to post more often. I guess I do need to post a pregnancy update! So look out for that.


Maya

Adventures with Ms. J: Children's Museum..

I'm back! I just have to show y'all how much fun Ms. J had at the Children's Museum today for Wee Wednesdays. I really like the program and Ms. J loves to play, dance and do the art and crafts. I'm working on her sitting for story time but she is still young and a busy body! I just figured it would be a great way for her to interact with other children and learn to share! Plus, we can possibly meet a new friend!

 Ringing the bell on the pirate ship

 Giving tea to Ms. Teddy

 Story time

 Dancing 

 Strawberry Art/Craft

Til next time....

Hope you have a fabulous Wednesday!!

Maya