My Superhero

Early this morning I was folding laundry, and Cherish saw a large dishcloth I had in my hands. She said, "That would make a great superhero cape." So, she asked me to tie it on her, and she transformed into my superhero. ☺

She began to fold the laundry with me—she's self-taught and always amazes me—and stated, "This superhero do-s laundry." (Yes, you read that correctly: do-s, like do and add an "s".)

This was Cherish after folding:

She brings me so much enjoyment!

Surprise Party

This past weekend, Derek's parents and we drove up to N.C. for a surprise birthday party for Derek's sister, Rhonda. Since the party was May 22nd and her birthday is not until June 7, I believe the party was truly a surprise.

Unfortunately, I didn't get many photos—most of the "good stuff" is on our video camera—but here's what I have.

We hung out at Amanda (Derek's niece) and Justin's house until it was time for the party. Here Cherish is playing with Nathan's toys:

(Nathan is Cherish's first-cousin-once-removed.)

Waiting for "Aunt Rhonda" to arrive:

Rhonda's 40th Birthday:

Dancing together: 

Happy Birthday, Rhonda!

Morning Chores

Cherish began morning chores about a week ago, so now that she's into the routine, I decided on this rainy morning to follow her around and take pictures. She has four chores (that she has memorized). They are:

1. Make bed.

2. Get dressed and put away pajamas.

3. Eat breakfast. (This is on her chore list, because she eats better--and more--knowing she's accomplishing a chore.)

4. Brush teeth.

So, here are the pictures:

She ALWAYS goes straight to the closet to pick out a dress.

100% of the time!

"Look, momma! I can open my kajama drawer with my feet!"

"Kajama" = pajama

Cherish loves to cook.

Don't worry; no pictures were taken while the stove was on.

Momma holds Cherish's hands during the cooking process.

Here she helped make oatmeal.

We like brown sugar, cinnamon, milk, and sometimes

mashed bananas in our oatmeal.

Morning Chore Chart + stickers = great motivational tool!

Now, on with our day.... Actually, Cherish and mommy are sick this morning, so it will be a light day.

"The Best Party EVER!"

Our weekend began with a "Princess and Pirate Party" given by Chick-fil-A. Actually, Cherish was so excited about the party, that she dressed herself first thing Friday morning (though the party did not begin until the evening). Here she is dressed and excitedly waiting:

After spending the whole day in this outfit (and never once taking off the tierra), we were ready to head out to eat and attend the party. Derek's mom thought Cherish might like a princess outfit for the party and sent over the outfit you will see in the remaining pictures. Cherish prefers dresses--ALWAYS--but the pants worked well for the moon bounces.

Cherish really liked Mr. and Mrs. Cow!

Time for prizes and free ice cream!

(Notice the green ring and extra necklace?)

Cherish said this was "the best party EVER!" Thanks, Chick-fil-A!

She calls me "Momma"

Cherish has chosen to call me "Momma" and she seems to add it to almost every sentence she addresses to me. Derek says the way she says, “Momma” she sounds southern. She's my doll.