Our baby said her first word (besides the variations of mom and dad). She said baby several times today. We both heard it. Perhaps she got the idea from a book she has about babies.
The Champ started Karate today. It is being taught to him once a week at after care.
We also went exploring tonight (for the second time) to another day care for the baby for August. I'm looking forward to simplifying my life for next year.
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Our Week
Basketball practice is in the middle of the week, and it is always a highlight. This week was no exception. The Champ loves it. We've signed him up for T-ball next.
Wednesday was also when I came to The Champ's class to talk about my job. The teacher welcomed parents in to talk about jobs. So, I used my lunch and recess times to come to his class. I think he was excited to have me there. He said he learned some new things about my work too.
On Saturday, we had an early basketball game. My parents made it there, and the Champ scored a career high (4 baskets) while they were there. The Champ really hustles after balls, and he seems to have a knack for passing the ball.
We went to the library after the game. We've been busy reading books the rest of the weekend. We ate lunch on Saturday at Steak n Shake. Dad and I swapped turns watching the kids and working out at the CLC. Dad brought home tacos from our favorite local joint for dinner.
We went to church today. We played in the boat and park afterwards, as usual. Then we did our usual grocery shopping, except today we went to Kroger rather than Meijer. The Champ went to Awana this evening before playing a little baseball with Daddy...they had to enjoy a little of the warmer weather. We had chicken and noodles cooking in the crock pot today, and it made for a delicious dinner.
The Champ and I also enjoyed some painting together this weekend. Princess is really getting into having us read her books.
Wednesday was also when I came to The Champ's class to talk about my job. The teacher welcomed parents in to talk about jobs. So, I used my lunch and recess times to come to his class. I think he was excited to have me there. He said he learned some new things about my work too.
On Saturday, we had an early basketball game. My parents made it there, and the Champ scored a career high (4 baskets) while they were there. The Champ really hustles after balls, and he seems to have a knack for passing the ball.
We went to the library after the game. We've been busy reading books the rest of the weekend. We ate lunch on Saturday at Steak n Shake. Dad and I swapped turns watching the kids and working out at the CLC. Dad brought home tacos from our favorite local joint for dinner.
We went to church today. We played in the boat and park afterwards, as usual. Then we did our usual grocery shopping, except today we went to Kroger rather than Meijer. The Champ went to Awana this evening before playing a little baseball with Daddy...they had to enjoy a little of the warmer weather. We had chicken and noodles cooking in the crock pot today, and it made for a delicious dinner.
The Champ and I also enjoyed some painting together this weekend. Princess is really getting into having us read her books.
Monday, February 20, 2012
President's Day
Yesterday we attended church in the morning. The gal who does music for the children's programming said that the Champ, "is one smart cookie." It is always good to hear that he is doing well. We headed to Meijer, as usual, afterwards. We got necessary food supplies, and Daddy did some freezer cooking in the afternoon while I graded papers.
We went to have dinner with the Worgesses last night. Everyone has a good time when we are together.
Today Daddy had to go to work, regardless of the holiday. The kids and I went to the CLC this morning. Champ enjoyed playing football on the wii while we were there. Then we stopped fake exercising and did some real exercising. Champ shot some hoops while Princess strutted her stuff around the court.
We went to have dinner with the Worgesses last night. Everyone has a good time when we are together.
Today Daddy had to go to work, regardless of the holiday. The kids and I went to the CLC this morning. Champ enjoyed playing football on the wii while we were there. Then we stopped fake exercising and did some real exercising. Champ shot some hoops while Princess strutted her stuff around the court.
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Wrapping up the week
Wednesday daddy picked up the baby from day care...pink eye again. He also stayed home with her on Thursday. He took the Champ to basketball practice Wednesday night, while I stayed home with the baby. On Friday, my mom watched both kids. (The Champ had the day off for a long holiday weekend.)
Today we went to the Champ's basketball game. He took tons of shots, but none of his shots went in. However, he has a great awareness of where the ball is, and he hustles after loose balls. He also gets rebounds. He can make an overhead pass across the lane to an open teammate. The teammates just can't catch those passes yet. Princess enjoyed a good snack during the game, and then she liked clapping for people.
Princess seems to be enjoying books more. She really likes it when we read Maisy's Favorite Animals and Hop on Pop. I'm also noticing that she seems to be holding the book properly (so that the pictures aren't upside down).
Daddy and I covered the homefront for each other so that we could each exercise at the CLC. I've been getting over there around 5:30 am ish during the work week. It is good for me, but I am exhausted.
This evening we used a gift card at Rock Bottom. Everyone enjoyed their meals. I'm constantly amazed at how much both kids can eat. The Champ got to make his own pizza there. Plus, he ate all of Princess's green beans. When we were walking through the mall on the way to our car, he asked if he could have one of those giant pretzels when we passed the pretzel store. We got Princess her own kid's meal for the first time. She loved her mac n cheese. That restaurant really hiked up the price on that mac n cheese. With the price, I expected homemade mac n cheese, but we were certain it was Kraft from a box. I thought my seafood salad was delicious, and daddy liked his guacamole burger.
Back at home, we were reading books and the Bible again before bed.
Today we went to the Champ's basketball game. He took tons of shots, but none of his shots went in. However, he has a great awareness of where the ball is, and he hustles after loose balls. He also gets rebounds. He can make an overhead pass across the lane to an open teammate. The teammates just can't catch those passes yet. Princess enjoyed a good snack during the game, and then she liked clapping for people.
Princess seems to be enjoying books more. She really likes it when we read Maisy's Favorite Animals and Hop on Pop. I'm also noticing that she seems to be holding the book properly (so that the pictures aren't upside down).
Daddy and I covered the homefront for each other so that we could each exercise at the CLC. I've been getting over there around 5:30 am ish during the work week. It is good for me, but I am exhausted.
This evening we used a gift card at Rock Bottom. Everyone enjoyed their meals. I'm constantly amazed at how much both kids can eat. The Champ got to make his own pizza there. Plus, he ate all of Princess's green beans. When we were walking through the mall on the way to our car, he asked if he could have one of those giant pretzels when we passed the pretzel store. We got Princess her own kid's meal for the first time. She loved her mac n cheese. That restaurant really hiked up the price on that mac n cheese. With the price, I expected homemade mac n cheese, but we were certain it was Kraft from a box. I thought my seafood salad was delicious, and daddy liked his guacamole burger.
Back at home, we were reading books and the Bible again before bed.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Valentine's Day
Yesterday was good. I picked the kids up from school. We went to Meijer to get a toy with their Valentine's Day money. Champ got Star Wars figurines, and Princess got fat crayons and paper. Then we went to Chick Fil A and enjoyed a nutritious dinner. I ordered grilled nuggets for the Champ. They sure seemed like a grilled chicken sandwich that was cut up.
Now Princess is sick and home AGAIN.
Now Princess is sick and home AGAIN.
Sunday, February 12, 2012
The Week in Review
I stayed home on Monday and Tuesday to let Princess recover from pink eye. Wednesday night was, of course, a hit with basketball practice. Thursday was Daddy working late. He showed up right when I was trying to get Princess to sleep. She was too excited to see Daddy. Therefore, she didn't want to go to sleep. Friday night we ate dinner at Bravo.
On Saturday, we were busy. First, we went to the Champ's basketball game. My parents joined us. The Champ made 3 baskets. He also did a better job of getting a rebound and putting it right back up rather than dribble out of traffic. He also had a great look and overhead pass to a kid wide open under the basket. The kid missed the pass, but when the Champ is older that pass will be caught by a teammate and lead to a basket.
We went to the library next. Although there are toys at the library, Champ was more excited to check out books. We worked with a librarian to find some books we might like (20 to be exact). Then we stayed for their Lego literacy program. Basically, Champ got to use the library's legos while surrounded by books. He loved it. We went to one of our favorite taco places for lunch.
On Saturday evening, we had Daddy's 40th birthday open house. I'd invited a wide variety of friends for an open house, beginning at 4. We had Seinfeld themed food to share. Guests were asked to bring 40 of something. Here's how it went: Meyers: memory aide tips; Worgesses: fiber pills; Toths: wings and bottle caps; Davises: 4T t-shirt; Riches: picture frame with 40 written in 40 different languages; Petersons: Seinfeld quotes; Shank/Anderson/House: candy and pennies; Day: binder rings. It was fun to see what people brought. People could bring kids, so there were plenty of kids running out and enjoying the toys. I love how kids don't even need to know the names of the kids they are playing with.
Today was church and our weekly Meijer run. I went into school while the baby napped. I enjoyed learning Crazy 8s (purchased with his money from the tooth fairy) from the Champ. The baby is interested in and trying to use a spoon. She loves having me read a book to her called Maisy's Favorite Animals. I love when she crawls up on my lap with this book. I think she has figured out which direction the pictures should face too.
On Saturday, we were busy. First, we went to the Champ's basketball game. My parents joined us. The Champ made 3 baskets. He also did a better job of getting a rebound and putting it right back up rather than dribble out of traffic. He also had a great look and overhead pass to a kid wide open under the basket. The kid missed the pass, but when the Champ is older that pass will be caught by a teammate and lead to a basket.
We went to the library next. Although there are toys at the library, Champ was more excited to check out books. We worked with a librarian to find some books we might like (20 to be exact). Then we stayed for their Lego literacy program. Basically, Champ got to use the library's legos while surrounded by books. He loved it. We went to one of our favorite taco places for lunch.
On Saturday evening, we had Daddy's 40th birthday open house. I'd invited a wide variety of friends for an open house, beginning at 4. We had Seinfeld themed food to share. Guests were asked to bring 40 of something. Here's how it went: Meyers: memory aide tips; Worgesses: fiber pills; Toths: wings and bottle caps; Davises: 4T t-shirt; Riches: picture frame with 40 written in 40 different languages; Petersons: Seinfeld quotes; Shank/Anderson/House: candy and pennies; Day: binder rings. It was fun to see what people brought. People could bring kids, so there were plenty of kids running out and enjoying the toys. I love how kids don't even need to know the names of the kids they are playing with.
Today was church and our weekly Meijer run. I went into school while the baby napped. I enjoyed learning Crazy 8s (purchased with his money from the tooth fairy) from the Champ. The baby is interested in and trying to use a spoon. She loves having me read a book to her called Maisy's Favorite Animals. I love when she crawls up on my lap with this book. I think she has figured out which direction the pictures should face too.
Monday, February 6, 2012
Sunday/Monday
On Sunday, we stumbled upon the fact that Princess has pink eye. It is impossible to keep a sick 14 month old from rubbing her eyes. Instead, we have pretty much cleaned the house from top to bottom. The baby has been quarantined in the play room with only toys that will be easy for me to clean. I took off yesterday and will take off tomorrow too.
Champ lost his first tooth yesterday. He literally ran around the inside of the house seven times afterwards in pure excitement.
The pink eye meant Daddy and baby didn't get to go to Worgess house for Super Bowl party. I'm glad the Giants won!
Champ lost his first tooth yesterday. He literally ran around the inside of the house seven times afterwards in pure excitement.
The pink eye meant Daddy and baby didn't get to go to Worgess house for Super Bowl party. I'm glad the Giants won!
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Super Bowl is upon us
The last week has been action packed, in large part due to the Super Bowl. Last weekend the baby and I dropped the boys off downtown for the Super Bowl Village and NFL experience. Princess and I went to the Children's Museum. The Champ, of course, loved the NFL experience, including a NFL workout. I noticed later that day that Princess was running a fever.
On Sunday, I stayed home from church with Princess. Boys went to church. Later, Champ and I went to a Super Celebration site. He got to do a punt, pass, kick contest; XBox 360; and arts and crafts. I took him to Meijer to help me shop too.
On Tuesday, Champ's school had a reading rocks night. They were celebrating reading, although there wasn't much reading going on. We were read two books. The Champ did a cake walk, Guitar Hero, and some other games.
On Wednesday, it was basketball practice. Champ loves both the games and practice.
On Thursday, Daddy went to a Butler basketball game with a friend.
After numerous students had been pulled out of my class this week for Super Bowl activities, I decided to see what all the fuss as about. So, this time Daddy and baby dropped the Champ and I off downtown for Super Bowl activities. It was EXTREMELY packed downtown. We listened to music, got a chance to try curling, played cornhole, saw some of an ESPN broadcast, walked around, etc. Champ and I eventually walked over to Victory Field where they picked us up. It was so crowded that that intersection was closed probably a half hour later due to pedestrian traffic. We were glad to get out of downtown.
Today was Champ's first game in the new season. He didn't get a basket, but looked pretty good. I want to see the birth certificate for the kid guarding him the first half. He was easily a half foot taller than Champ. One thing Champ needs to work on is getting a rebound and taking it back up to the hoop. He would get a rebound and dribble the ball away from the basket.
On Sunday, I stayed home from church with Princess. Boys went to church. Later, Champ and I went to a Super Celebration site. He got to do a punt, pass, kick contest; XBox 360; and arts and crafts. I took him to Meijer to help me shop too.
On Tuesday, Champ's school had a reading rocks night. They were celebrating reading, although there wasn't much reading going on. We were read two books. The Champ did a cake walk, Guitar Hero, and some other games.
On Wednesday, it was basketball practice. Champ loves both the games and practice.
On Thursday, Daddy went to a Butler basketball game with a friend.
After numerous students had been pulled out of my class this week for Super Bowl activities, I decided to see what all the fuss as about. So, this time Daddy and baby dropped the Champ and I off downtown for Super Bowl activities. It was EXTREMELY packed downtown. We listened to music, got a chance to try curling, played cornhole, saw some of an ESPN broadcast, walked around, etc. Champ and I eventually walked over to Victory Field where they picked us up. It was so crowded that that intersection was closed probably a half hour later due to pedestrian traffic. We were glad to get out of downtown.
Today was Champ's first game in the new season. He didn't get a basket, but looked pretty good. I want to see the birth certificate for the kid guarding him the first half. He was easily a half foot taller than Champ. One thing Champ needs to work on is getting a rebound and taking it back up to the hoop. He would get a rebound and dribble the ball away from the basket.
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