My Overthinking

Philly Area mom, Life forever changed by adoption

In my defense

I’m really not a negligent parent.

Honestly.

I was in the next room on my computer and Lydia disappeared for maybe 2 minutes.

Honestly.

Then, she brought me an egg carton….wet…with egg yolks. I noticed her clothes were also wet…with egg yolks. And, I rushed into the kitchen to find…this

She felt convicted for a few seconds…I think…

Okay, what do I expect? I was snapping pictures.

“Mess. Mess. Mess.”

I was forced to leave the “mess, mess, mess” there and just quickly wash her up and change her because we had to go pick up Drew from preschool. When we got home, while I’m cleaning up egg goo, I turn around and see this…

She has taken her pants off and put on Drew’s boots and was shuffling around…looking for more trouble to get into, I’m sure.

In my defense, I am really not a negligent parent. This girl is just plain crazy.

Two days ago, she propelled herself out of her crib. No kidding. She was supposed to be napping when I heard a crash and crying. Rushing upstairs, I found her on the floor. The side of the crib was still fully up. How does that happen? How is that possible? When we were in China, we worried because the crib the hotel provided was very shallow and had side rails maybe a foot high. It was really more like a bassinet. Totally not safe for a toddler. But, she was just fine in there. Just laid there. BUT, that was 10 months ago.

On Tuesday, her Community Bible Study teachers asked me if I had a harness for her. Yup. Not making it up. They said she is all over the place and “not only on one plane.” I know. She is a climber. And a runner. And an egg thrower. And a monkey.

We took this video clip in November.

Granted, you hear us encouraging her in the clip. That was November. That was before she darted away from us at Drew’s school Christmas program, forcing Mark to stand on bleachers and yell, “HEY! I can’t find my daughter! She’s a little (pause) Chinese girl!” — a quote that the other three thought was so darn hilarious that they continue to say it around the house. Nice. That was before she sling-shotted herself out of the crib. That was before her teachers suggest I use a leash for her.

And, we’re going to Disney in 21 days.

I just ordered tattoos that will have our cell phone number on them.

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  1. Kelly-
    We went to Disney (before we got Melia)but I bought those tattoos that allowed us to put our cell phone number on them as well. They worked great, just make sure you have enough because after swimming and sweating (we were there in Aug.) they fell off and we ran out. Otherwise, it’s a wonderful idea!
    Have fun in Disney, the kids will have an absolute BLAST!!!!!
    -Cori

  3. We did use a harness on our 17 month old son when we went to Disneyland, and he was not much of a mover! We usually held his hand, so it wasn’t so much that he was on a leash as if we got separated he was still attached. That was 9 years ago. I have got to find away to get back to Disneyland!

  4. You can also just write your number in pen (or sharpie if you really want it to stay on.)
    Joy

  7. Frustrating, but hilarious! Reminds me of my youngest. I think she would do something like that. :o)

  8. I can totally see your mind working –
    Look what she got into,
    I need to blog this
    wait I need pics
    Ok, now I can get on with my life – or what I think is life
    and people will have to believe me!
    love your little ones!

  9. Hilarious, Kelly. I’m def. LOL on the video and pics! Love that girl! She’s a crack up! Grant always put himself IN and OUT of the crib with the rail completely up. He had quite a technique going so maybe he can explain it to her. And….the Tinker Bell souvenir shop near the merry go round and dumbo ride sells leashes. Yup! I do know that bit of info!! :-)

  11. This cracked us both up! She is just adorable. Simply adorable!

    I have never heard of tattoos with my cell phone. I may need to get some info on that for our trip! Let me know how they work.

  13. Kelly,
    You are hilarious! I just love your blog!!! Sounds like Lydia is feeling very comfortable with her family! She is a risk taker! Have a wonderful time in Disney! I can’t wait to see the pictures!!!

    Tricia

  16. Oh my, you are the fun-filled household! Maybe she will be one of those fancy chinese gynmast/acobat!

    Donna

  17. Literally LAUGHED OUT LOUD Kelly! Oh my, I think I love her more now after seeing this post and watching the video. Absolutely 100% hysterical. I cannot WAIT to meet this child! Just imagine what it will be like when she’s 3 … or 7 … or, oh boy, 13? LOL. Sooooo glad you thought to grab the camera!

  19. What a total crack up!!! yes, I believe you’d better just be preparing yourself for the years to come!

    The pic of her in the boots is almost too much. And those skinny little legs in the video…could just squeeze the stuffin’ out of her…’cept there isn’t any!

    Never heard the story of the (pause) HY.STER.I.CAL.

  21. ok…this is hilarious. Appears she’s unfolded a new pedal of life..exploration I dare say! I’m impressed with the fact that she managed to leave a couple eggs un-touched. Love the look on her face in the first picture–“uh…I’m in trouble right?” As if she’s puzzled by the camera and waiting for the fall out. :) Funny. And I love, love, love that picture of Drew and Lydia–she just gets more precious everyday–if that’s possible.

    Finally, that video, the best part is her scurry-ing off. She’s a mover indeed. Love it! She’s doing so well wrapped in your arms of love Kelly…so good to see.

  22. This made me laugh out loud…she is so darned cute, how could you possibly stay mad and not bust out laughing? I think Disney is going to be an adventure for you all for sure. You are a good Mom, Kelly and always make me smile!

  23. You know, my Drew was SUCH an easy child. My Lydia? Not so much. She’s a mess(maker), and she loves to dash off and she hates to hold hands. Maybe I need a PERMANENT tattoo…

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