A few weeks ago, Ethan's imaginative world included "constellations" that were "invisible" and the Tooth Fairy.
I was just impressed that a 3-year-old could use the word constellations and seem to understand what they were.
He went on and on about this...not sure what it was related to, though it may have been the story he'd been playing with the Fisher-Price Little People set he'd been using.
But then he grew very serious and put his hand on Stuart's leg. "Daddy," he started with a sigh, his face somewhat somber. "Do you know what the Tooth Fairy is?"
Stuart said that he did and that one day she'd visit our house.
Ethan wandered around, still sighing and looking very serious, asking about other things and mumbling things about the Tooth Fairy (he can be difficult to understand at times). Then he plopped down with a giggle, on the floor beside Edward to watch him play a game on his iPod.
The very real (ie. serious) imaginings of a 3-year-old.
How soon we "older" ones forget that joy and freedom.
Wow! We've just past the halfway point in the year. Amazing, huh?
A "mere" 176 shopping days left until Christmas. Plenty of time....plennnnnty of time.....
Besides if you're anything like me you'll end up buying some fun stuff now, squirreling it away somewhere "safe," and then forgetting where you put it and having to scramble for something else with only ONE shopping day left... *wink-grin*
So we surprised the kids (and ourselves) with a night away at the local Hampton Inn last night. A spur of the moment thing that cost us nothing (thanks to Stuart and all of his travelling and Hilton Honors points) but dinner from the local grocery store and a tiny bit of gas to drive home to check on the animals. Can't beat that, right?
The kids loved the pool and the huge TVs and the comfy beds. We didn't do anything particularly special, except hang out together. V. relaxing. Something I recommend to EVERYONE, especially if you have kids. The time goes by so quickly. Snatch those fun moments while you can.
I'm working on an article for the newspaper about a couple who have been married for 63 years. It's a wonderful story to write. Very heartwarming and encouraging, especially as an example to the younger generation. I got to meet the couple and take a few photos today. One of my very favorite parts of working for the newspaper.
Enjoy Independence Day this week! Stay safe and have fun!!
We sang this in church this morning, and I was reminded of how timeless a song it is. Written over 200 years ago...and still just as beautiful and encouraging today.
I liked this bagpipe version I found...especially in light of the upcoming holiday. Enjoy!
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, That saved a wretch like me... I once was lost but now am found, Was blind, but now, I see.
T'was Grace that taught... my heart to fear. And Grace, my fears relieved. How precious did that Grace appear... the hour I first believed.
Through many dangers, toils and snares... we have already come. T'was Grace that brought us safe thus far... and Grace will lead us home.
The Lord has promised good to me... His word my hope secures. He will my shield and portion be... as long as life endures.
Yea, when this flesh and heart shall fail, and mortal life shall cease, I shall possess within the veil, a life of joy and peace.
When we've been here ten thousand years... bright shining as the sun. We've no less days to sing God's praise... then when we've first begun.
"Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, That saved a wretch like me.... I once was lost but now am found, Was blind, but now, I see.
At one of the recent free summer movies, we caught this preview for another funny edition of one of our favorite movies. Hope you enjoy it as much as we did...and hope you're enjoying a fun Friday!
Maybe, when the time comes, I'll try this new "alarm" with the smallest guy. Then, I'll hopefully be able to enjoy more visits with the Tooth Fairy...or at least see her. *wink-grin*
Today is a bunny birthday in our house. (For some reason, it feels like it's often a bunny or "piggy" or kitty or dog or human birthday in our house.)
Well, today is actually two bunnies' birthdays.
Our Bubble and Squeak celebrate being born at our house 7 years ago! They were the first of our Bonny and Clyde's kits. (The second pair included their younger brothers, Clementine and Earl Grey.)
It's funny how quickly time passes for pets and yet you don't realize it until you stop and look at them and at the photos of when they were "brand new."
Take a look and join us in celebrating this sweet pair of bunny girls -- from 3 days old to today.
Happy Monday! The last Monday in June! Six months from today is....CHRISTMAS!
Don't panic. Still 183 shopping days left. Plenty of time...plennnnnty of time. Yikes.
So it's Monday, the beginning of another new week, and I realized that I never blogged about my kids finishing school. I know that I mentioned that they did. But I never posted their photos. I'll be sure to remedy that today.
Summer always lends itself to a more relaxed tone. Well, that's the theory anyway.
So we've started our Summer Bridge books and rearranged our cleaning schedule. We've walked to the park a few times. Still haven't made it to the library to sign up for their summer reading program, but hopefully this week.
Both boys got a pair of Crocs yesterday. It's so funny to me because I never knew how much they actually liked them. They're very versatile/useful shoes...though not that attractive. I have a pair of the "relief" style to help with my plantar fasciitis. I love that I can clean them in the shower, and they look as good as new. I asked Edward why he liked these shoes so much, and he said it was the little "alligator" on the side of the strap. Hmm... I don't remember any other time periods where a little "alligator" on a piece of clothing was so popular and/or desirable. Do you? *wink-grin* I'm showing my age, of course.
Anyways....
Not much is planned for the week. Emily has a play practice and Ethan has an appointment with the allergist -- both events happening tomorrow. We're hoping to get stuff tidied up around here. School books have to go back to K12....papers need to be sorted and filed (in either the proper folders or the trashcan)... All good -- if a bit boring -- stuff, really. But sometimes life requires us to eat a bit of fiber, right?
So without further adieu, I give you the end of year "portrait" session and a video of our "promotion ceremony."
Start of school -- September 2011
End of school -- June 2012
THE "PROMOTION CEREMONY"
Emily is promoted to 10th grade
Edward is promoted to 6th grade
Ethan is promoted to kindergarten
THEN (9/2011) AND NOW (6/2012) -- Haven't they changed?
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