it's been a day and it's only noon

This morning has been a disaster of sorts. It started off nice. Woke up to a happy seven month old that was giving me loving on my arms. We played on the floor while Luke got ready for church. Ate breakfast together. Took a shower. Bathed the baby. We both got dressed and ready for church. If you are thinking that doesn't sound like a disaster, that's because you insert the disaster part here. I went to put Madelyn in her car seat and I forgot it needed to be hooked in because we took it out yesterday. As I made my way around to put it in I noticed one of my tires was flat. No problem, we have an air compressor. I put Madelyn in the front seat with a toy so that I could take care of the tire and the car seat. She screams. And screams. And screams until she is so worked up that she is choking on all of her congestion. Before I know it, I turn around and she has stopped screaming. Stopped coughing. Stopped everything...including breathing. Her reflux and allergies (I think) have made for some major drainage and she has been pretty congested lately. I felt terrible because I was letting her scream so that I could get us ready to go. And then she quit breathing. She did it twice. I gave up on the tire and headed back inside to comfort the baby. Before we ever made it to the living room she was asleep. I knew right then that we were not going to make it to Sunday School. After two hours of her snoozing away, I realized we were not making it to church either. Things could only look up from here. Well, until she woke up and was coughing so hard that she threw up all over my hair and my face. G.R.O.S.S. I felt so bad for her.

So after a much needed second shower of the day, I decided I would blog about some happy things. It's only noon and the day has already been crazy, but yesterday my mom, sister, Emily, Madelyn and I went to First Monday Trade Days in Canton and found some really cute things.

My favorite finds of the day:

1. Crochet "Newsboy" Beanies

Luke loves short bill hats (it took me a couple of years to agree, but I have finally come around). When we saw these, and their unbelievable price tag, I knew I had to get some for Madelyn.

I put the flower clip on for a little extra girlie-ness.

I think they will look super cute with bows to match also!

It was too hard to decide which color to get...

so we settled on eight different ones. (Thanks Grandma!)

2. Hand Stamped Custom Necklace

L + K inside the heart and Madelyn on the disc.

I have been looking at several different websites and shops on Etsy at all the unique hand stamped jewelry that is becoming really popular and I have never been able to decide on what to order (although I have wanted to since she was born!).

Then I stumbled across the cutest little booth, Daisy Smiles Custom Jewelry and I fell in love. Not only was the owner super nice, she does the jewelry on site and at remarkable prices!! This is probably my favorite find of the day. I know I will be ordering more from her in the future!

3. Sippy Cup Strap

This will be perfect for the stroller or car seat when Madelyn gets a little older (probably in a couple of weeks actually). You strap one side to the car seat or stroller or high chair and the other to the cup. I am looking forward to not having to chase a sippy cup all over the place. Thank you Scribbles and Dribbles :)

4. Ribbon Holder

That is not what these were meant for, but they hold it perfectly. I always love looking at Laurie Anna's booth and her store is even better!

I bought two of them and my sneaky sister bought one "for herself" which was code for "Happy Early Mother's Day, Kathryn". That means I have three fabulous ribbon holders and I can say goodbye to the ugly plastic tubs they were in before!

Phew! Just writing about the awesome finds has already improved my mood. The rest of our day is going to be filled with a wedding shower and then celebrating my sister's birthday with the family. Maddie Kate and I plan to enjoy the rest of the day!