]> http://www.garyndenise.org en http://www.garyndenise.org/node/3026 This morning at the library Daniel got everyone's attention. I am not sure of the reason but at the library they have the "Emergency Exit" door in the children's section. Daniel has attempted to go out this door before and I have explained to him that it is not a door we use and that a loud noise will go off he ever opens it. So while at the library this morning, Daniel decided to opened the "Emergency Door" which caused the alarm to sound. Daniel immediately ran to me in a panic with his hands over his ears. I hugged Daniel, told him that he was alright and I escorted him to the library front desk so that he could apologize for opening the door. Daniel was so distraught by this whole ordeal that I don't think he will EVER do this again. The library staff was very understanding and were more concerned about Daniel's panic attack over setting off the alarm. I consoled Daniel and after a few minutes he did settle down, he just kept saying "I don't want to touch that door anymore". Daniel's Diary Wed, 14 Jul 2010 11:00:27 -0400 http://www.garyndenise.org/node/3025 This morning we met some friends at the park and Daniel was having fun playing. Suddenly I heard him start crying and shouting. I went to see what had happened and Daniel said in tears "I hurt myself". I asked him how he hurt himself and he showed me his leg. It was obvious at that point what had happened. Daniel had been stung, by what, I am still not sure. There were bees flying around the playground, but I did not personally see the one that got Daniel. He was such a trooper and he only cried a little. We put some ice on it for a few minutes and he was fine after that. Mommy kept an eye on Daniel and his sting, just in case anything changed. We do have bee allergies in the family so with this being the first sting, I was not sure what to expect. After seeing the doctor, we were advised to be prepared for more swelling and to be more cautious of sting #2. Apparently some kids with bee allergies don't have any reaction until sting #2. So for now it is Benadryl and Hydrocortisone, I feel so bad for my little man. Daniel's Diary Fri, 09 Jul 2010 10:43:13 -0400 http://www.garyndenise.org/node/3024 Lately, Daniel's favorite TV show is Phineas & Ferb. On this show a common phrase is "Ferb, I know what we are going to do today." So seeing as Daniel loves to watch this show I should not have been surprised by his commentary this morning. As we were walking through the entrance at Kennywood this morning, Daniel says to me "Mom, I know what we are going to do today." I had to laugh as him sharing this phrase caught me off guard. My little comedian. Daniel's Diary Tue, 22 Jun 2010 14:34:06 -0400 http://www.garyndenise.org/node/3023 Today we went to Kennywood and it was so much fun. Laci was able to ride more rides this year and she was very excited about that. Going to Kennywood is always a fun time but our visit this year was much more memorable than ever before. Laci's boyfriend Nate was at Kennywood this year and the two of them were able to meet up and ride a few rides together. This made Laci's trip as it was all that she talked about afterward. What made it even more special is that Nate had won Laci a prize and gave it to her before their rides together. Laci received a stuffed black whale from her love and she treasured it. What a memorable day. :) Laci's Journal Tue, 22 Jun 2010 14:29:28 -0400 http://www.garyndenise.org/node/3022 This morning Daniel caused mommy's heart to race and more gray hair to grow in. We were in a local chain store and Daniel was being a very good helper. We were on our way to the check out when Daniel noticed soda. He asked "can we get some soda for daddy?" So of course, I stopped to pick up a 24 pack of soda to put into the cart. As my back turned to put the heavy square of soda into the cart, Daniel apparently decided he would help too. I turned back around to Daniel just in time to see him crash to the floor and a 24 pack of soda slam into to the side of his head. I was frozen a few seconds before rushing to him and saying "Oh Daniel". Obviously he was in pain and probably in a bit of shock as well. I could not believe that he could lift that heavy 24 pack of soda, more less move it from the stack that was taller than he was. Daniel immediately grew a goose egg on his head and clung to mommy. Mommy clung right back on him and did my best to comfort him. He was given a bag of ice and a lollipop, but none of those things seemed to ease his pain. Daniel's Diary Fri, 11 Jun 2010 09:37:17 -0400 http://www.garyndenise.org/node/3021 This afternoon as Daniel and I were waiting for Laci's bus to arrive, Daniel gave me quite a scare. Daniel is very observant these days, especially when it comes to bugs of any sort. Daniel was bending down as if to pet something when he said "AWWWW Look at the Cute Little Bumble BEE." Mommy's pulse began to race as I immediately said, "Don't Touch the 'Cute Little Bumble Bee' or he will Sting you and that will be a BIG Boo Boo." He stopped in his tracks and it was a baby Bumble Bee, but not so cute anymore. Daniel's Diary Thu, 27 May 2010 15:34:40 -0400 http://www.garyndenise.org/node/3020 Today Daniel showed a side of himself that proved just how much he is like daddy. We were leaving the grocery store and as we crossed from the store into the parking lot, Daniel noticed a word written on the pavement. Daniel suddenly shouted out the word "Stop" and proceeded to stand there. When I called for Daniel to come with me, he announced to me that the word "Stop" in on the ground. I had to pause and smile as he was correct. Next I acknowledged his discovery and explained that the word was there for the cars to "Stop" not for people walking to "Stop" there. Is this sarcasm or just being literal? I don't know, but it very much reminded me of something his father would do. :) Daniel's Diary Thu, 27 May 2010 12:06:25 -0400 http://www.garyndenise.org/node/3019 Tonight at bath time Daniel suddenly burst into a melt down, crying out "I don't want to grow up". This was so sudden that I was not sure for a minute was happening. Daniel was so suddenly distraught that I was bewildered. It took a while for him to settle down and it was not until he was cuddled in my arms that I figured out what his process was. Some how at that moment Daniel had put together a few pieces of information. Daniel thought that if he were to "grow up" that he would not live with mommy and daddy any more. Apparently this thought terrified him and was the cause for his sudden meltdown. Holding Daniel in my arms I assured him that he could always live with mommy and daddy, that growing up would not change that. I reminded him how much he enjoys his birthday and having a birthday meant you were growing up. He seemed to be okay with that and his fear passed. Poor guy, I felt so bad for him, but I was glad we were able to talk it out. Daniel's Diary Fri, 21 May 2010 20:51:14 -0400 http://www.garyndenise.org/node/3018 Today at school Laci is celebrating her "Almost Birthday" with her class. Since her actual birthday is in the summer, she would miss out on having a "Special Day" at school. Laci asked to bring in a treat to share with her classmates. So after traveling to our third store Laci found some fudgie brownies that met with her expectations. This morning as we were preparing to take her to school, Laci shared that if she had any extra, that she would be allowed to share with other staff members at school. I asked Laci who she might share with if she had some extra. Laci thought for a minute and then replied "Mr. Jim". Having not heard this name before I asked who Mr. Jim might be and Laci answered "Mr. Jim cleans up for us and takes care of us". I asked Laci "is Mr. Jim the janitor?" Laci nodded yes and a tear began to roll down my cheek. Laci has such a good heart that she thought to share a treat with the janitor, what child remembers the janitor. Mommy was very proud and from what I hear Mr. Laci's Journal Wed, 19 May 2010 07:44:43 -0400 http://www.garyndenise.org/node/3017 Today Daniel made a statement to a stranger that caught me off guard. Daniel is not one to ever make comments so I have to assume that this was just an occasion he felt needed addressing. Daniel and I stopped into a very small convenience store and when the clerk stepped out from behind the register, she was of a very large stature. Daniel immediately pointed to the lady, looked her right in the face and said "You Are BIG". The lady was very gracious and replied "You are the first person today, that did not tell me I was short". I figured that her response was acceptable and I expected to move on. Daniel was not swayed by the clerks comment and almost as if he had not heard her speak, he reiterated "You Are BIG", while still pointing toward her face. I was in shock, at this point I politely told Daniel to stop saying that, that he was not being nice. It is just not like Daniel to do this. I could not scold him because he was not wrong, but we obviously need to work on when to discuss thoughts of others. Daniel's Diary Sat, 08 May 2010 12:15:16 -0400 http://www.garyndenise.org/node/3016 Today Laci concerned me, when she came at me with "daddy humor". I asked Laci to go the refrigerator in the basement and see if there was any soda that she could bring upstairs. This is a task I often ask Laci to do and she is capable of bringing up at 12 pack of soda. Today, I heard Laci giggling as she was coming up the stairs from the basement. As I looked at her when she reached the top of the stairs, Laci said with laughter "I found one" and she had 1 can of soda in her hand. That is very much something that daddy would do and Laci thought she was hysterical. Laci's Journal Tue, 04 May 2010 17:41:04 -0400 http://www.garyndenise.org/node/2952 This evening Laci was sharing with the family what she wanted to be when she grew up. When she finished with her explanations, Laci then turned to Daniel and asked him "What do you want to be when you grow up?" Daniel's answer was simple likely to be true. Daniel replied that he want's to be "A Tall Daniel" LOL these two crack me up. Daniel's Diary Wed, 17 Mar 2010 17:54:03 -0400 http://www.garyndenise.org/node/2951 This evening Laci shared with us her career goals for the future. These goals seem to change from year to year so it's interesting to know what she is thinking. When Laci was 4 she was going to be a football player and a basketball player. When she was 5 her plans were to be a singer, a mommy and a teacher. As of last night Laci gave us her updated list and she is not sure which one of these she wants to be, but she definitely wants to be at least one of them. At 6yrs old Laci would like to be Mrs. Claus, a freshbeat (character from a kids show where they sing, dance & play music) or the Tooth Fairy. All of her choices have been very interesting. Goal get'em Laci :) Laci's Journal Wed, 17 Mar 2010 17:48:26 -0400 http://www.garyndenise.org/node/2950 YIPEE! Laci is ecstatic, her very first tooth is OUT! Laci's tooth has been very loose for several days and tonight (with some help from daddy) the tooth is out. The tooth was so loose that mommy and daddy were concerned about Laci going to bed, that she may choke if the tooth fell out during the night. So daddy cleaned a pair of pliers and holding both of her parents hands, Laci allowed daddy to pop the tooth out. It was so loose that she didn't even realize that he had it out until he showed it to her. Laci then jumped for joy that "The TOOTH FAIRY will come TONIGHT!!!" Mommy is surprised at just how small the tooth is now that it is out, but happy for Laci because she is so excited. Laci says "When Daddy pulled the tooth out, It did not HURT AT ALL :) !!!" Laci's Journal Fri, 12 Mar 2010 20:07:41 -0500 http://www.garyndenise.org/node/2949 Today I learned some important news! Laci has her first boyfriend. While I was waiting for Laci to be dismissed for the day, I was chatting with another mom (who's son is Laci's best friend). The little boy arrived first and began to tell his mom all about the picture that he made in art class. He also informed her that he gave the picture to his "Girlfriend". We all smiled as I inquired from him "who" the girlfriend was. He smiled a big smile and replied "Laci". I was surprised, but delighted. Since this time the two of them have exchanged many pictures and the mom's have now decided to keep the pictures (for future use :) as well as adding dates to them. It is so cute and who would have thought a boyfriend in first grade. Laci's Journal Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:23:18 -0500