Missy: she's just like me! Except smaller and barks. I love her.
Thursday, January 14, 2016
Monday, January 11, 2016
Santa Question
A few weeks ago....
After much thought about what to do I sat him down and we had a great conversation much later that evening. I went into it prepared to tell him everything. I started by asking him if he believes in Santa. He said yes because ...and then listed a few reasons why. It was obvious he is still ready to believe. So we had a great talk but I was careful not to lie to him. I told him that some people believe in Santa and some people don't. But what that little girl said to him was not nice. And he shouldn't say something like that to anyone - anyone at school OR his BROTHER because it could upset them. I told him that I was really glad he asked me about it, and that if he has more questions to ask me. Then I told him I wanted to read him something and read him this portion of a letter I've seen on Pinterest that is really great:
"Santa is bigger than any person, and his work has gone on longer than any of us has lived. What he does is simple, but it is powerful. He teaches children how to believe in something they can't see or touch. It's a big job and it's an important one. Throughout your life, you will need this capacity to believe: in yourself, in your friends, in your talents, and in your family. You'll also need to believe in things you can't measure or even hold in your hand. Also, I'm talking about love, that great power that will light your life from the inside out, even during its darkest, coldest moments. "
It was a good conversation. I'm comfortable with where things left off. Even though this happened well before Christmas and I'm just posting it now, everything went great and it served as an excellent reminder that these boys are growing up so fast and to enjoy every second of it.
Poison Ivy Strikes Again
These poor boys. Cutting firewood has proven horrible for us the last two winters. Even in the winter when there are no leaves, we manage to get poison ivy. This year may have been the worst yet, especially for Will. I didn't go with them this time to cut the wood, but I helped unload it and stack it, and I got poison ivy all over as well. No clue how. Luke never gets it, and he even got a patch on his arm this time. We are going to have to be extremely careful next year. Both of them were on steroids and super itchy all over Christmas break. :(
2nd Nine Weeks Awards
2nd nine weeks awards.
Will was honored for A/B honor roll and one of three students in his class doing the Book It program.
Dane was one of a few in his class honored for doing great both academically and behaviorally. (no letter grades in kindergarten)
Great job boys!!
Sunday, January 10, 2016
Finally!
First snow of the season this morning! We were all so excited! (Except maybe Luke- he doesn't get excited about a lot:)
Sweet Will could play outside all day long. Dane likes it for about 30-45 mins. And of course then they both love the hot chocolate with marshmallows to warm up after.
Hoping for a lot more this year!
Friday, January 1, 2016
2016
2015 was a good year. The past couple of years have been full of ups and downs. I look forward to what 2016 holds and I only hope that time slows down. God is good. I have my husband, my 2 precious boys, my mom, our families I love dearly, and our amazing friends. I have a habit of looking forward to what's next. This year I am focused on living in the moment and being the best _____ (I wear many hats) that I can be at that time. Cheers!
Wednesday, December 30, 2015
Christmas 2015
We had a great Christmas this year. It's hard to switch life-long traditions. For my entire life before Luke and I were married, my Christmas morning and day consisted of a super relaxing eat-cookies-for-breakfast, stay-in-jammies-all-day. Luke's side of the family is pretty much the opposite. About 9am on Christmas morning everyone gathers for a big family and friends breakfast. While I like the idea, actually doing it has been more of a challenge for me, especially since the last 5 years it has taken place at our house, and also because Luke is usually gone at his dad's cooking when the boys get up and I call him to come home. Having kids and letting go of the idea that Christmas morning should be spent with them opening presents and having as much time to play with their new toys as their little hearts desire while Luke and I look on has been hard to let go of. It's taken years, literally, to adjust (although in my defense I only get one shot at it each year), but this year was truly great. I am no longer sleep deprived from being up with babies in the night which, takes a toll. It takes a while to change habits, to adjust to new things, especially when you don't anticipate that they'll ever change. This year was the first year that I really felt like this is our Christmas now. Not like I was just "doing something different". This is our family tradition. Just like I had Christmas Eve celebration with my Nana, cousins, and Aunt and Uncle, and then Christmas Day at home, the boys now have their Christmas morning breakfast and celebration with their grandparents and cousins and aunts and uncles. They're going to love it. THIS is Christmas now. The breakfast is the part they're going to look forward to each year. Getting to play with their cousins and see everyone and talk about what they got for Christmas. I'm sure all this sounds silly, but it was a big year for me. My heart is full!
Opening their tickets to Monster Jam!
Christmas night we went to Rebecca's for dinner. Will said he wasn't feeling well. At dinner he sat by Rebecca and she was helping him dish his food. I told her a few green beans, a little corn, a small piece of ham, etc. as things came around. She took it all literally and this is what his plate looked like. ha! We joked that times were tough this year....
Lo and behold, he cleaned his plate! And got an amazing cupcake for all his hard work. And then amazingly, he felt all better.
Sweet Dane boxed up some treasures he cut up for Mom and Dad. :)
Thursday, December 24, 2015
Dane's First Fieldtrip
I was so grateful to be able to take the day off and go on Dane's first school fieldtrip. We went to the children's museum. Had a great time.
On the bus
We saw a live performance at the Lilly theater while we were there. 
Enjoying the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles exhibit with Douglas, the other little boy who was with us for the day.
And of course went down the slide by the water clock.
Great day with my little love.
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