Sunday, May 26, 2013
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Down on the farm
William is watching the birds in the bird bath down below.
We headed to Mulberry Lane farm on Saturday to milk cows, ride ponies, catch chickens and pet goats...
William's favorite was riding in the hay wagon behind the tractor, farmer Pat went fast and over some bumps. William was smiling from ear to ear and wanted to go again!
Climbing through the old trunks on the farm. It was a fun time, but Momma forgot sunscreen so I got burnt and William got tan, he's got Adam's skin for sure!
William quotes from the week:
"Daddy I can't get the flash cards to flash"
"Popsicles make me brave!"
Mornings have become a real challenge for us. William is so negative, then changes his mind constantly on what he wants for breakfast, doesn't want to get dressed, go to the bathroom or to daycare. I just have to keep finding exciting ideas for him to keep him moving through our routine, luckily most day care week themes help. This week is dinosaurs. It is a really mental challenge for me, as I don't think that fast in the morning. Some how we manage to get dressed, brushed, feed (between home and daycare), and get to daycare at a reasonably late time.
Yesterday we got the rest of our veggies and herbs in the ground and planted our window boxes. So planting is now complete. Weeding and watering can now consume our time!
William quotes from the week:
"Daddy I can't get the flash cards to flash"
"Popsicles make me brave!"
Mornings have become a real challenge for us. William is so negative, then changes his mind constantly on what he wants for breakfast, doesn't want to get dressed, go to the bathroom or to daycare. I just have to keep finding exciting ideas for him to keep him moving through our routine, luckily most day care week themes help. This week is dinosaurs. It is a really mental challenge for me, as I don't think that fast in the morning. Some how we manage to get dressed, brushed, feed (between home and daycare), and get to daycare at a reasonably late time.
Yesterday we got the rest of our veggies and herbs in the ground and planted our window boxes. So planting is now complete. Weeding and watering can now consume our time!
Sunday, May 12, 2013
Happy Mother's Day
Happy Mother's Day out there to all the people who have made me the mother I am today...
My Mother for raising and teaching, for letting me experiment through the years, and always there to watch out and worry for me.
My Mother-in-law for raising a wonderful man who is my sanity.
My Husband for helping me to raise a wonderful little boy who constantly lights up my heart.
My son for teaching me how much our mothers' did for us, and letting me be his best friend (at least for now). Also for giving me a chance to slow down in life and just play!
My friends and mentors who helped me through those early tough sleepless months letting me know it wouldn't always be that way, who always give me good advice, and foreshadow what I can expect in the next 6 months to come.
My Grandparents living and dead, that endured tough times and have taught me so much about how to fend for myself, bake and sew, the importance of education, and a can-do/give-it-a-try attitude.
I love you all so very much!
William's Witticisms for the Week:
"Daddy must really love me, he gave me some cheese and bread!"
"Mommy, see my too-tat" - He picked out a tattoo from the surprise box at daycare for good behavior checks. We stuck it on his arm and he was so proud he had a too-tat just like Daddy... well until he scratched it off.
"Mommy that worm should have gone wiggle, wiggle, wiggle faster", while wiggling his whole body to demonstrate how the crusty dried worm on the sidewalk could have got out of his predicament if he had only followed William's advice.
"I treat you how you want to be treated" - William's interpretation of the golden rule.
"Don't tell me what to do!", oh yes this phrase has been showing up from time to time.
My Mother for raising and teaching, for letting me experiment through the years, and always there to watch out and worry for me.
My Mother-in-law for raising a wonderful man who is my sanity.
My Husband for helping me to raise a wonderful little boy who constantly lights up my heart.
My son for teaching me how much our mothers' did for us, and letting me be his best friend (at least for now). Also for giving me a chance to slow down in life and just play!
My friends and mentors who helped me through those early tough sleepless months letting me know it wouldn't always be that way, who always give me good advice, and foreshadow what I can expect in the next 6 months to come.
My Grandparents living and dead, that endured tough times and have taught me so much about how to fend for myself, bake and sew, the importance of education, and a can-do/give-it-a-try attitude.
I love you all so very much!
William's Witticisms for the Week:
"Daddy must really love me, he gave me some cheese and bread!"
"Mommy, see my too-tat" - He picked out a tattoo from the surprise box at daycare for good behavior checks. We stuck it on his arm and he was so proud he had a too-tat just like Daddy... well until he scratched it off.
"Mommy that worm should have gone wiggle, wiggle, wiggle faster", while wiggling his whole body to demonstrate how the crusty dried worm on the sidewalk could have got out of his predicament if he had only followed William's advice.
"I treat you how you want to be treated" - William's interpretation of the golden rule.
"Don't tell me what to do!", oh yes this phrase has been showing up from time to time.
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| Enjoying the nice weather between freezing cold days. |
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| Out for a family walk. |
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| We became members today to the EAA museum since we are there at least once a month! |
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| The rocket bottle Will launched to the ceiling and stayed there for a while before it gradually worked its way down. |
Monday, May 6, 2013
Grandparents and Gardens!
We have been busy with Grandparents visiting and building gardens.
Two weeks ago I got a trip in with Chandra and Laura to Chicago where I spent way too much but had a wonderful time. Adam's parents came out and they had fun going to the Zoo and getting an education on a 3.5 year old mind.
The past week my parents came into town to watch William while I went on a business trip. I got to fly in the company jet, and boy is that nice. They even pulled out rental cars on to the tarmac next to the plane! Its going to make it hard to fly commercial which I get to do this week again.
While I was gone on my trip my father started the garden and after some rainy days we were able to really get at it and get it done by Sunday evening. I think we were both pretty worn out and a bit sore from all the lifting, hammering, shoveling and wheelbarrow pushing. But I am very pleased with the results and William was so excited to plant some seeds. The whole time it was being built he kept asking if it was time to plant the seeds.
Two weeks ago I got a trip in with Chandra and Laura to Chicago where I spent way too much but had a wonderful time. Adam's parents came out and they had fun going to the Zoo and getting an education on a 3.5 year old mind.
The past week my parents came into town to watch William while I went on a business trip. I got to fly in the company jet, and boy is that nice. They even pulled out rental cars on to the tarmac next to the plane! Its going to make it hard to fly commercial which I get to do this week again.
While I was gone on my trip my father started the garden and after some rainy days we were able to really get at it and get it done by Sunday evening. I think we were both pretty worn out and a bit sore from all the lifting, hammering, shoveling and wheelbarrow pushing. But I am very pleased with the results and William was so excited to plant some seeds. The whole time it was being built he kept asking if it was time to plant the seeds.
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| Ridding the helicopter at the mall. |
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| Keeping a close eye on Grandpa as he starts the garden. |
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| Digging our huge dirt pile! |
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| Mid-construction |
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| Grandma and William planting the first three rows. |
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| Some close ups and candid pictures from a couple weeks ago. |
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| William keeps asking me if we can be best friends, how can I resist with this face! |
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| Out and about with Grandma and Grandpa S. |
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| My runner! |
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| Banging sticks on every thing we can find, from today. |
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