Week in Rewind: May 15

Last weekend, we headed over to Great Grandmom's for Mothers Day.  It was a beautiful day.

And she looks simply amazing. Four weeks removed from knee surgery and moving around better than most 40 years old. Now, that's my kind of gal.  I often tell my hubby how lucky he is to have her  in his life. (Let's be honest, we're all lucky). But as a grandchild that lost her grandparents much too young, I know how precious it is to have her.  To a beautiful lady, inside and out.

Now the boys on the other hand. They wore their mommies out. Running, jumping, screaming in delight. Can you tell which one was the ring leader...you got it, the little guy. I'm noticing more and more that he loves to make others laugh. He gets this cute smile and raised eye brow, the boy is becoming quiet the ham.

Yesterday, while the little guy was getting out of the shower, it dawned on me he's got some serious leg and upper back muscles. No wonder he's strong as an ox. To be honest, there were clues. Like the time when he was two, he picked up a heavy box and moved it like it was nothing.  Or how about the ability to open the baby gate with his big mitts.  Ladies, this boy is solid.

Funny facts:

Mommy, I love your hair color. (Me: thank you). It doesn't matter who has the nicest hair (wait, what)

Daddy: you can only bring 1 toy to school.  But daddy (quickly grabbing of multiple toys), I'm only bringing this one. (The others are hidden in my pants)

Did you drink the remainder of the Keifer?  No (with a total Keifer mustache)

And my favorite. I told the kids at school, I was having a pool party. But no girls. (I'll have to remember that one when he turns 16)

Happy Mother's Day

To all of the amazing strong loving mothers in my life.  Happy Mother's Day. Hope you have the type of day where you roll on your back in pure bliss...and just don't care!

I started mine early with a 3am potty break for Trojan. Not wanting to wake anyone up, Trojan and I snuggled on the sofa. When I woke several hours later, Bella was on my leg, Trojan by my side and the little guy was on the other end. That was quickly followed by waffles from daddy and the little guy and the arrival of Miss Mattie. I am loved 

Week in Rewind: May 8

This week, we went to a friend's birthday party at Bounce U.  And bounce they did, from one contraption to another.  You want kids wound up...throw a bounce party

And the little guy discovered air hockey...which he loved.  He played against everyone, big and small

He loved everything so much...that he wants his birthday party at one of those places.  This year, for the first time, somebody wants his buddies at his party.  So, it looks like daddy and mommy have some planning to do. And yes, I've already told daddy that he's helping.  

And now on to some facts.  

Somebody really loves the song, Animal, by Adam Levine.  Let's just say he gets his Jiggy on it and dances around everywhere.  

When I hid a toy because someone was exhibiting less than stellar behavior.  He asked did you check the attic?  Really, I had no idea you knew we had an attic. 

Watering the potted plants, he simply said "boy those flowers are thirsty"

And while looking at the moon, he started rattling off different planets

Cue the music, mistro

Baby, I'm preying on you tonight

Hunt you down eat alive

Just like Animals, Animals, Like Animals

Week in Rewind: April 25

Whew, this week was a fast and furious one.  Mommy was down in Baltimore when the riots exploded. We left early on Tuesday to head home. Two riots in a lifetime are more than enough. With that said, it always amazes the worst and best that comes out of those things. With all the destruction, it was pretty neat to see the community rally the next day.  And who will ever forget the momma who went postal on her son for throwing rocks at police.  She repeatly yelled "really" at him. In other words, I didn't raise you that way. Enough said

Meanwhile back at the farm....

the little guy celebrated the school's spring festival. Lots and lots of jumping.  Maybe I'm raising a kangaroo.

Daddy placed 3rd in the Riverwinds Bike/Run. And yes, it was freezing that day. And no, mommy didn't do because still fighting my shin bruise...6 weeks and counting...who knew banging your shin on the bed could do so much damage.

The little guy had his kindergarten testing.  One look on his face and you could see the apprehension. But as always, once there..he stole the show. After his testing, he proudly burst through the doors and said, mommy, I counted to 20...to which, the entire room of parents clapped...but the best part was the ride home.  I asked how he did...his response was priceless. "They told me I did great. And (wait for it) ......at every station I told them hello in French."   Interesting.  Not Korean?  Not English?  French, really!!!  And where you might ask did he hear the French word for hello....the Princess Holli cartoon of course.  Which, I must admit, is a bit concerning because the characters speak with an English accent.   Imagine this, first day of school. Korean boy, English accent, saying Bonjour. We're going to rock that teachers world.

Week in Rewind: April 18

The little guy was one happy camper this week. He's been asking for months about going into work with mommy. So yesterday, we headed in for take your kids to work day. The big winner: taking two trains in the morning.  He simply beamed and proudly said that he thought Percy was pulling us.

Once in the office, he claimed Mommy's desk. And while looking out the window said look at all of those big houses!  We then headed downstairs for the presentation and the kids taking of the oath of service....which totally cracked the parents up. The Chair said please stand, raise your right hand, and repeat after me: I (please state your name)... Which resulted in the kids saying I, please state your name.

After lunch, we headed out in the frigid weather to a close park. Not much there but building blocks and lots and lots of wind. Unfortunately the office moved to downtown which is not as kid friendly. As the little guy said, whoa there are lots of people and sirens...yep buddy

This week, the little guy also told us about love. While driving back home from school, he simply said, this song is about love mommy.  Now I have to say, the song wasn't a romantic ballad, but rather a bee bop of melody...but to each his own. That's love, baby.

Partners in Crime

Week in Rewind: April 12

It's been a busy week here. Plenty of sports action. Soccer on Friday. TBall on Saturday. And I have to say the little guy does pretty well. 

The grandparents came out of check out his mad skills on Saturday. And someone did not disappoint. Running the bases. Hitting.  And, of course, plenty of red Gatorade...which led to a very red tongue and lips. 

This week also saw the return of spring weather. Holller. I love this time of year, with the flowers all coming out. And just my luck, the little guy brought some beautiful yellow flowers from the park. Any guesses which type😜. And no, not daffodils.