For today, I am going to meet Hudson...I just can't wait! I know that I am not going to believe how small a baby is at 7 lbs...and my baby Caden is now 36 lbs! Crazy!
Friday, February 29, 2008
Beach day!
Yesterday was beach day at Austin's preschool - so both boys had to dress up for it, and boy, it was such a beautiful day out...love the sunshine in February! Oh...happy leap year today too!
For today, I am going to meet Hudson...I just can't wait! I know that I am not going to believe how small a baby is at 7 lbs...and my baby Caden is now 36 lbs! Crazy!
For today, I am going to meet Hudson...I just can't wait! I know that I am not going to believe how small a baby is at 7 lbs...and my baby Caden is now 36 lbs! Crazy!
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Hudson Anthony is here!
Yeah - Cristi's baby made his entrance into the world safely yesterday and all is well. Can't wait to go meet this little fella tomorrow!
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Yeah for today...
Today my best friend of 21 years is having her baby boy! I am so excited for them and can't wait to meet this little guy (and find out his name too!!).
Good luck Cristi...we are all thinking of you and the "nugget" today!
Welcome to motherhood! :)
Good luck Cristi...we are all thinking of you and the "nugget" today!
Welcome to motherhood! :)
Monday, February 25, 2008
Good weekend!
We had an eventful weekend, with parties, games and lessons! Austin had his final swimming lesson in level 2 and passed! Yeah, Austin! Off to level 3 (not bad, when you are supposed to be at least 6 years old to be in level 1 or higher!). Just waiting for a spot to open up for him to continue (that's the frustrating part!).
Austin, ready for lessons (with an arm painting!)
Hard to see, but that's Austin getting ready to go down the slide...all by himself!
Yeah - level 3! He is a better swimmer than me!
On another note, Austin has a super-star basketball player at his game on Saturday. He had quite a cheering section with his Aunt Sissy, Lexi, Zack, Simon & Issac all there in addition to Caden, Dave & I. I think he made at least 5 baskets - I kind of lost track! Way to go, buddy!
Caden is doing great too...here's what we built last week - he was so excited and had names for each of them. Very fun & cute!
Caden is doing great too...here's what we built last week - he was so excited and had names for each of them. Very fun & cute!
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Interesting Easter facts!
We received an email from Dave's Dad yesterday with this information. He always sends such interesting stuff! So for everyone thinking it's odd to have St. Patrick's Day and Easter in the same week, it is...and won't be happening again in our lifetime.
This is from a minister in West Virginia.
Easter is always the 1st Sunday after the 1st full moon after the Spring Equinox (which is March 20). This dating of Easter is based on the lunar calendar that Hebrew people used to identify Passover, which is why it moves around on our Roman calendar. Based on the above, Easter can actually be one day earlier (March 22) but that is pretty rare. Here's the interesting info...this year is the earliest Easter any of us will ever see the rest of our lives! And only the most elderly of our population have ever seen it this early (95 years old or above!). And none of us have ever, or will ever, see it a day earlier!
Here's the facts:
1) The next time Easter will be this early (March 23) will be the year 2228 (220 years from now). The last time it was this early was 1913 (so if you're 95 or older, you are the only ones that were around for that!).
2) The next time it will be a day earlier, March 22, will be in the year 2285 (277 years from now). The last time it was on March 22 was 1818. So, no one alive today has or will ever see it any earlier than this year!
Interesting!
This is from a minister in West Virginia.
Easter is always the 1st Sunday after the 1st full moon after the Spring Equinox (which is March 20). This dating of Easter is based on the lunar calendar that Hebrew people used to identify Passover, which is why it moves around on our Roman calendar. Based on the above, Easter can actually be one day earlier (March 22) but that is pretty rare. Here's the interesting info...this year is the earliest Easter any of us will ever see the rest of our lives! And only the most elderly of our population have ever seen it this early (95 years old or above!). And none of us have ever, or will ever, see it a day earlier!
Here's the facts:
1) The next time Easter will be this early (March 23) will be the year 2228 (220 years from now). The last time it was this early was 1913 (so if you're 95 or older, you are the only ones that were around for that!).
2) The next time it will be a day earlier, March 22, will be in the year 2285 (277 years from now). The last time it was on March 22 was 1818. So, no one alive today has or will ever see it any earlier than this year!
Interesting!
Thursday, February 21, 2008
2 Year Annual Review
Wow - how time flies. I've been at home with the boys full-time for two years now. I've visited with friends that are still held captive there (not sure if they choose to, or not), but only have been inside the building once and it was very bizarre. Overall I've never looked back and double guessed my decision to leave.
So, I thought I would do another annual evaluation for myself. No raises to be given, just an evaluation. Overall, I am happier, healthier (weigh 25 pounds less) and better for being at home with our sons.
OVERALL SCORE: Fully Meets Expectations
Responsible to keep boys clean, safe, cute and healthy: Excellent
Doing great! They have been healthy, safe and doing well! Letting them pick out their clothes more often, and they enjoy it. I still get my way for "special" occasions and when I want them to match.
Responsible to keep house clean, etc.: Excellent
Exceeding in this area and much faster at cleaning than ever before. House can be filled with kids and friends and I can put it back together in a jiffy!
Preparing meals: For boys: Excellent / For family: Good
Improved on making meals for the family! They may not be the best, or the most original, but trying more recipes, experimenting in the kitchen.
Remain calm and cool in stressful situations: Good
Think I'm doing okay here - starting a Love & Logic class tonight - excited on learning new parenting skills and keeping my temper down in stressful situations!
Entertainment: Excellent
Doing a great job making sure that the family is entertained. The boys are busy with play dates, playing outside, swimming lessons, basketball, etc...they have plenty of toys (with fresh batteries) to keep us all happy. The whole family loves the Wii!
Responsible to maintain budget: Fair
Improving from last year, but still needs to be monitored and can always get better!
So, I thought I would do another annual evaluation for myself. No raises to be given, just an evaluation. Overall, I am happier, healthier (weigh 25 pounds less) and better for being at home with our sons.
OVERALL SCORE: Fully Meets Expectations
Responsible to keep boys clean, safe, cute and healthy: Excellent
Doing great! They have been healthy, safe and doing well! Letting them pick out their clothes more often, and they enjoy it. I still get my way for "special" occasions and when I want them to match.
Responsible to keep house clean, etc.: Excellent
Exceeding in this area and much faster at cleaning than ever before. House can be filled with kids and friends and I can put it back together in a jiffy!
Preparing meals: For boys: Excellent / For family: Good
Improved on making meals for the family! They may not be the best, or the most original, but trying more recipes, experimenting in the kitchen.
Remain calm and cool in stressful situations: Good
Think I'm doing okay here - starting a Love & Logic class tonight - excited on learning new parenting skills and keeping my temper down in stressful situations!
Entertainment: Excellent
Doing a great job making sure that the family is entertained. The boys are busy with play dates, playing outside, swimming lessons, basketball, etc...they have plenty of toys (with fresh batteries) to keep us all happy. The whole family loves the Wii!
Responsible to maintain budget: Fair
Improving from last year, but still needs to be monitored and can always get better!
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