Now that it's summer, we're all trying to do a bit of reading.
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Summer, here we come!
After months of what felt like living on the baseball field, it has all come to an end.
Jason, I think, was happy to see it arrive. He played a good season and was pretty beat by the last out of the last game. We had the chance to get together one last time with the team.
Joshua, of course, makes friends wherever he goes. I think he will miss most the candy he inevitably walked away with while watching the games.
Until next season!!!
Lots of milestones this last school year. If you had a chance to sit and think about it, you might tear up. It was Jason's first year in public school and I am so proud of him. He has to say goodbye to one school, though, and get ready for the excitement of another.
I had the opportunity to go to his Field Day. We baked under the hot June sun.
On another occasion, I went inside his classroom, where we had games and pizza. That was a GREAT day to be inside with all of them. By the way, hats off to all teachers. There is QUITE A BIT of energy inside a first grade classroom.
It has been a while since I've shared pictures, so there's plenty to catch everyone up on. The boys and I went on a 2-mile walk for charity on a recent weekend. Everyone looks refreshed and ready for a walk in this picture, but you should have seen us at the finish line! Jason did great, but apparently, Michael decided his feet weren't working after the one-mile mark. Doug, then, became the transporter.
Funny, but Michael was able to move on his own two feet during a birthday party at the park. We went on a hayride, ate lots of candy and cake and said goodbye to friends for the summer! He is getting so big!!!!
Finally, we went to a nighttime minor league baseball game. Here's when we realized the baby is kinda friendly. We happened to know most of the people in the seats around us. But Joshua didn't know that. He went up to complete strangers to see what kind of edible treasures they were interested in sharing.
Thank goodness this kind gentleman (a nice man from our church) was fine with parting with his peanuts. Our peanut wouldn't leave his side until the bag was finished!!!
Jason, I think, was happy to see it arrive. He played a good season and was pretty beat by the last out of the last game. We had the chance to get together one last time with the team.
Joshua, of course, makes friends wherever he goes. I think he will miss most the candy he inevitably walked away with while watching the games.
Until next season!!!
Lots of milestones this last school year. If you had a chance to sit and think about it, you might tear up. It was Jason's first year in public school and I am so proud of him. He has to say goodbye to one school, though, and get ready for the excitement of another.
I had the opportunity to go to his Field Day. We baked under the hot June sun.
On another occasion, I went inside his classroom, where we had games and pizza. That was a GREAT day to be inside with all of them. By the way, hats off to all teachers. There is QUITE A BIT of energy inside a first grade classroom.
It has been a while since I've shared pictures, so there's plenty to catch everyone up on. The boys and I went on a 2-mile walk for charity on a recent weekend. Everyone looks refreshed and ready for a walk in this picture, but you should have seen us at the finish line! Jason did great, but apparently, Michael decided his feet weren't working after the one-mile mark. Doug, then, became the transporter.
Funny, but Michael was able to move on his own two feet during a birthday party at the park. We went on a hayride, ate lots of candy and cake and said goodbye to friends for the summer! He is getting so big!!!!
Finally, we went to a nighttime minor league baseball game. Here's when we realized the baby is kinda friendly. We happened to know most of the people in the seats around us. But Joshua didn't know that. He went up to complete strangers to see what kind of edible treasures they were interested in sharing.
Thank goodness this kind gentleman (a nice man from our church) was fine with parting with his peanuts. Our peanut wouldn't leave his side until the bag was finished!!!
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Back from Bermuda and back to reality
We've been back for a couple of weeks, yet looking at pictures of our journey to Bermuda still have the power to take us back.
If you're wondering what it's like to not be connected (no email, no phone access, no text messages), it's kinda nice. And scary.
The minute we left the cruise ship, I had to find a pay phone to call the boys. I almost didn't know how to use one of these.
It's funny that we live by a beach and yet, the beach is the first place we go on vacation. I guess it is what we know. We had to check out the world-famous Bermuda beaches, and yes, they were lovely.
We also did our fair share of eating. But we didn't eat as much as I thought we would. Or what we could have. Oh my, there's a lot of food on these big boats.
We met some really nice people, we had a truly relaxing time and we thoroughly enjoyed our 10th anniversary celebration.
Thank you so much to Grandma and Grandpa for making this trip possible. We love you very much!
If you're wondering what it's like to not be connected (no email, no phone access, no text messages), it's kinda nice. And scary.
The minute we left the cruise ship, I had to find a pay phone to call the boys. I almost didn't know how to use one of these.
It's funny that we live by a beach and yet, the beach is the first place we go on vacation. I guess it is what we know. We had to check out the world-famous Bermuda beaches, and yes, they were lovely.
We also did our fair share of eating. But we didn't eat as much as I thought we would. Or what we could have. Oh my, there's a lot of food on these big boats.
We met some really nice people, we had a truly relaxing time and we thoroughly enjoyed our 10th anniversary celebration.
Thank you so much to Grandma and Grandpa for making this trip possible. We love you very much!
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Ham and cheese
We love our friends with pools.
And we recently made friends with a family who lives on a lake. We may have to start hanging out with them more often. Look at the view. If you look closely, you can see Michael in the inflatable on the left. Doug and some friends are sitting in the one on the right. Michael SWAM all the way to the raft. Jason ferried adult beverages to the grownups. Good times.
Joshua was passed around from mom to mom. He loved it.
At some point, the adults and the kids decided to battle it out on the makeshift baseball diamond. Glad to see the dads were putting all their effort into it.
Ahh, the freedom to not have a care in the world. By our third hour at this party, it seemed just easier to leave Joshua in just a diaper. And he just couldn't stand not being in the middle of the action.
It may seem that all we are doing these days is hanging out with friends. We are definitely trying to spend as much time with Claire and her family as we can. They are moving in just a few weeks.
Joshua will definitely miss Lizzie. Unlike our other two boys, who, at this age, played "next" to other children, Joshua and Lizzie are really pals who play together.
On another day we took the crew to the zoo. My favorite animal was the giraffe. All the boys agreed, they loved peeking in on the reptiles. Yuck!
Monday, May 24, 2010
Diamond disappointment
I have never been so proud of Jason as I was tonight.
Of course, he's 7. I do hope to share more proud moments in the years to come.
First of all, the last two months have been a whirlwind of baseball, baseball and more baseball.
Over breakfast this morning, the boys learned that Jason did not make the 7-year-old All-Star Team.
He didn't really understand. And we don't, either.
But the boy took it all in stride.
And tonight, at his first playoff game, Jason won the game ball. He hit at least two doubles, threw out seven people and generally rocked it!
One more thing. Michael chimed in on the day's events. Before the game, as we were discussing the situation, Michael told Jason he thought this could be an opportunity for Jason to get better. What 5-year-old says that??? We certainly don't think, at the age of 7, his baseball career is over!!!
Jason still doesn't understand why he isn't on the other team, but, in the meantime, we're so excited he's giving it his all right now.
If this is what happens at the age of 7, I'm not sure I can handle what happens when 8 rolls around.
Of course, he's 7. I do hope to share more proud moments in the years to come.
First of all, the last two months have been a whirlwind of baseball, baseball and more baseball.
Over breakfast this morning, the boys learned that Jason did not make the 7-year-old All-Star Team.
He didn't really understand. And we don't, either.
But the boy took it all in stride.
And tonight, at his first playoff game, Jason won the game ball. He hit at least two doubles, threw out seven people and generally rocked it!
One more thing. Michael chimed in on the day's events. Before the game, as we were discussing the situation, Michael told Jason he thought this could be an opportunity for Jason to get better. What 5-year-old says that??? We certainly don't think, at the age of 7, his baseball career is over!!!
Jason still doesn't understand why he isn't on the other team, but, in the meantime, we're so excited he's giving it his all right now.
If this is what happens at the age of 7, I'm not sure I can handle what happens when 8 rolls around.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Tuesday, May 04, 2010
Home run!
It looked like it was going to rain all yesterday afternoon. Good thing it didn't. We would have missed Jason hitting his first real home run!!!
Where was my camera?
At home.
No matter, I likely would not have been able to capture it anyway, I was so focused on the game, screaming so much for him.
He brought home two of his teammates with that hit and we were so proud of the entire team.
The boys need a haircut, badly. Hopefully we'll get that taken care of tomorrow.
Right now, they look like they should be part of The Monkees. Hey, Hey...
Have a great night!
Where was my camera?
At home.
No matter, I likely would not have been able to capture it anyway, I was so focused on the game, screaming so much for him.
He brought home two of his teammates with that hit and we were so proud of the entire team.
The boys need a haircut, badly. Hopefully we'll get that taken care of tomorrow.
Right now, they look like they should be part of The Monkees. Hey, Hey...
Have a great night!
Saturday, May 01, 2010
Game ball
We are so proud of our Little Slugger. He's growing to be a good little ball player and today was a big one on the diamond. The team lost the game, but Jason gave it his all. He's holding up the game ball he received for doing such a good job today! Great hits, great in the field--he's so excited, isn't he?
His brothers are, too!
Who can blame Joshua for thinking about nobody but himself--he's the baby, after all!
The "baby" weighs 24 pounds 10 ounces and stands 34 inches tall. This kid eats like a horse, and I was a little worried the doctor would tell me we needed to put him on some kind of diet. But she told me he was only in the 20th percentile for weight. Long and lean, she said. I supposed that means, for now, his habit of eating just the ranch dressing can continue.
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Happy Birthday, Joshua!
You know, it's tough being a third kid. Especially the third of three boys. Poor Joshua's 2nd birthday probably had a little bit more activity than he would have liked.
We started the day bright and early at a walk for the March of Dimes.
Since this baby spent several days in the hospital after birth, I feel this is truly an appropriate way to spend the morning of his 2nd birthday.
I do believe they enjoyed themselves.
Joshua's birthday fell on a weekend, and well, weekends mean baseball.
In this case, a double header.
We spent four hours on the ball field. Michael took it in stride.
So did Birthday Boy Joshua, after I allowed him to play in dirt.
And Jason, well, Jason did all the work.
It's not to say Joshua wasn't busy in the dirt, filling his pants with it, putting it in water bottles, covering his kneecaps in the brown stuff. All good.
But when we finally got home to enjoy Joshua's birthday brownies and presents, well, who could leave him in his dirt-filled clothing? I would say he enjoyed his day pretty well. Thank you for the Mr. Potato Head Family, Grandma!!! He loves his new "friends."
We started the day bright and early at a walk for the March of Dimes.
Since this baby spent several days in the hospital after birth, I feel this is truly an appropriate way to spend the morning of his 2nd birthday.
I do believe they enjoyed themselves.
Joshua's birthday fell on a weekend, and well, weekends mean baseball.
In this case, a double header.
We spent four hours on the ball field. Michael took it in stride.
So did Birthday Boy Joshua, after I allowed him to play in dirt.
And Jason, well, Jason did all the work.
It's not to say Joshua wasn't busy in the dirt, filling his pants with it, putting it in water bottles, covering his kneecaps in the brown stuff. All good.
But when we finally got home to enjoy Joshua's birthday brownies and presents, well, who could leave him in his dirt-filled clothing? I would say he enjoyed his day pretty well. Thank you for the Mr. Potato Head Family, Grandma!!! He loves his new "friends."
Sunday, April 18, 2010
House party
Where to begin? I realize I haven't posted in a while. I think you'll see things have been a little bit hectic. We wouldn't trade a minute!
Spring is here, so we are making frequent trips to the baseball field.
With Jason in coach-pitch baseball and Michael in t-ball, we spend quite a bit of time on the ballfield. Sometimes, the league wants to make sure I'm on my toes. It will schedule two different places for the two different teams.
It is still pretty early in the season, so both our little sluggers seem to be enjoying the innings, or the "endings" as they call them.
By the way, Michael has learned the art of tying a double knot, thanks to Grandma! We are thrilled with this new skill. It helps us keep those cleats on his feet!
We recently went to the doctor in honor of his fifth birthday. Michael is 37 pounds. He stands 42 and a half inches!
Jason is on two leagues this season. One of them is way more competitive than the other. I almost cannot stand the pressure! We'll talk more about that in coming posts.
It isn't all baseball, though.
Sometimes the circus comes to the town.
And sometimes the circus (that would be us) goes to see how the other half lives! :)
I had the chance to be a Ringmaster for a moment. Just a moment. That was enough.
But you should have seen the kids. What varying reactions to the action under the "Big Top." Jason was a little bored. Kept wanting to know when we could go home. Joshua paid a little bit of attention, then kept wanting to eat popcorn. Michael was enthralled. He is still talking about his favorite parts of the circus. Ask him about it sometime. Specifically the talented female dancers.
And, we had the opportunity to welcome a visit from Grandma, Grandpa, Aunt Jeanne, Aunt Joyce and Uncle Bud.
What a treat!
Any new visitors should remember they will get a "lesson" on the inner workings of the Nintendo DS before they can fully be allowed to relax. Again, you have been warned.
It was so nice to come together to celebrate Grandma's birthday.
And, we are waiting for the big "2" for my baby.
Joshua can certainly tell something is coming.
He walks around singing all the time.
And smiling.
Oh, when the terrible 2's truly hit, we'll be in trouble!
Spring is here, so we are making frequent trips to the baseball field.
With Jason in coach-pitch baseball and Michael in t-ball, we spend quite a bit of time on the ballfield. Sometimes, the league wants to make sure I'm on my toes. It will schedule two different places for the two different teams.
It is still pretty early in the season, so both our little sluggers seem to be enjoying the innings, or the "endings" as they call them.
By the way, Michael has learned the art of tying a double knot, thanks to Grandma! We are thrilled with this new skill. It helps us keep those cleats on his feet!
We recently went to the doctor in honor of his fifth birthday. Michael is 37 pounds. He stands 42 and a half inches!
Jason is on two leagues this season. One of them is way more competitive than the other. I almost cannot stand the pressure! We'll talk more about that in coming posts.
It isn't all baseball, though.
Sometimes the circus comes to the town.
And sometimes the circus (that would be us) goes to see how the other half lives! :)
I had the chance to be a Ringmaster for a moment. Just a moment. That was enough.
But you should have seen the kids. What varying reactions to the action under the "Big Top." Jason was a little bored. Kept wanting to know when we could go home. Joshua paid a little bit of attention, then kept wanting to eat popcorn. Michael was enthralled. He is still talking about his favorite parts of the circus. Ask him about it sometime. Specifically the talented female dancers.
And, we had the opportunity to welcome a visit from Grandma, Grandpa, Aunt Jeanne, Aunt Joyce and Uncle Bud.
What a treat!
Any new visitors should remember they will get a "lesson" on the inner workings of the Nintendo DS before they can fully be allowed to relax. Again, you have been warned.
It was so nice to come together to celebrate Grandma's birthday.
And, we are waiting for the big "2" for my baby.
Joshua can certainly tell something is coming.
He walks around singing all the time.
And smiling.
Oh, when the terrible 2's truly hit, we'll be in trouble!
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