Wednesday, March 26, 2008

Just a Few Random Things!

1. Dear little Nate finally got the boot! He got kicked out of the crib. He's been ready for this for awhile, but it was just convenient to leave him in there until McKenna came along. Now McKenna's room consists of a twin bed for Abby, a crib for McKenna and a trundle (really just a crib mattress of the floor) for Nate! Nate was so excited about his "new" bed that he wouldn't stop jumping on it long enough to go down for a nap. So I threatened a little discipline and he went right to sleep.

2. This is a cute story I just had to share. Emma had to read two chapters of a reading group book last night for homework. She asked me if she could read it to Christian and I told her I didn't think he would really listen since it didn't really have pictures and since she was reading chapters in the middle of the book. Plus, I wanted her to actually understand what she was reading and I was afraid Christian would just distract her. So I told her "no," but she proceeded to ask Christian if he wanted to hear a story. He was thrilled by the idea, so I told her to give it a try. The next thing I know the two of them (pictured above) are snuggled up in his room in front of the window. Emma read both chapters to Christian and he didn't interrupt her once. They probably sat there for 20 min. I know that Christian couldn't have had a clue what she was reading, but he just loved the special attention. And I think Emma loved having Christian's undivided attention too!3. I just had to include a picture of my little cutie. Unfortunately, she has become a binkie addict at a very young age. Boo Hoo! I'd rather have a thumb sucker!

4. I finally took down my outdoor Christmas lights! I figured that since Christmas was over three months ago I might as well take them down :)

5. Today by 9:30am I had Abby, Christian, Nathan and McKenna dress with shoes and coats on and buckled into the car. I also had three sippy cups and one bottle packed in the diaper bag and I had three ride-on toys in the car too. We headed to church for playgroup and even though we were about 30 min. late I still felt pretty good about myself. The kids played great and really enjoyed burning off some energy in the gym. I loved being able to show McKenna off a little bit and it was nice to be able to talk to some friends. You may find this hard to believe, but it's 2:30pm and no one (other than McKenna of course) has cried yet today!! When I put Christian to bed last night we prayed that we would have a great day today and we specifically prayed that everyone would get along and do a good job of obeying!! Thank you Lord for hearing our prayer!!!!

6. Both Christian and Nate went to the doctor for various things last week, but here's the shocking part: Christian weighs 35lbs and Nate weighs 33.5lbs. Apparently their stomach viruses didn't seem to have much of an effect on them. My word, they are big boys. I think Abby weighs less than both of them!! Ryan would tell you that they both have football in their futures, but I politely disagree. I'd rather stick with baseball and soccer.

9 comments:

the mccollums... said...

cute, cute, cure post, Judy!! You have been a busy lady this week, especially the part of taking down the Christmas tree lights and getting all the kids off to playgroups!! WOW...I'm glad everyone is happy and healthy!

Heather said...

I'm glad you're having such a good, normal, productive week, yay! and hooray for answered prayers! As far as the future football players...I get that comment all the time about my little guy, hmmmmph.

Heather said...

yeah for good days!! I have myself a binkie addict as well, so I totally feel your pain. Hope the rest of you week goes just as well!!

Kristi said...

oh look at nate in his big boy bed. It's only been a couple of weeks since I have seen him and he has a big boy bed. I"m gonna cry

Anonymous said...

Precious pictures and comments as always. Great job Judy!.
Grandmom

Anonymous said...

Judy I have to tell you Nate and Christian outweigh Adam almost by a full 10lbs. Adam weighs it at 26lbs, fully dressed with a coat and shoes on! Can you believe that? Avery weighs in at 36lbs. She'll be 2 in May. The twins continue to weigh 32, 33lbs. I feed all my kids all the time. Whats the secret?

Anonymous said...

I can't remember if I said it so, Happy Birthday (a little late). I'm glad things are returning to a little more normal. Chris just took down the rest of our outdoor lights last week too. I think he realized that if it was left to me, it wasn't going to happen. Anna :)

Katy said...

Such a cute picture of Christian enjoying his storytime! :) And you made it to playgroup - that's a big WEEK!!!

Tim Brinkley said...

I think that Emma reading Christian those two chapters is wonderful. Hearing stories like that make me miss all of you. everyone is growing up so fast it is amazing. Because our children are so close in age we will never know what it is like to see the wonder of a younger child towards an olders accomplishments. I guess it makes an adult appreciate them that much more.