Wow, looks like I've started my blogging year off with a bang... NOT!
Well, we've had lots going on, but I honestly don't know what I've been so busy doing... know what I mean? So, I'll give a down and dirty update of life in our house.
- Naps are on the way out for the little guy (hmm... could this be a reason?). He'll still take them, but it causes bedtime to be somewhere between 9:30 and 10pm. Not acceptable. The result is the inevitable dinner/ bedtime meltdowns. Fun stuff.
- We've been experiencing a very mild winter and have enjoyed many outdoor activities (hmmm... could this be a reason?)
- Kai is becoming quite the board game player and we spend lots of time doing this these days, and I love it!
- Kai restarted soccer a few weeks ago and once again reminded me that he is a natural athlete. He shows no fear or reservations about getting right into the action. Makes us so proud!
- We're seeing more and more glimpses of life with a 4 year old everyday. Mostly good stuff.
- Joe has taken on a new role at work and as always I am so proud of him!
- Kai has decided he likes to be cold and has taken to wearing shorts and t-shirt most of the time. I have decided it's not worth the fight, or the self conscious feeling I get when people are gawking and (I'm sure) wondering why I don't put a coat on my kid.
- Not much new with me... just mothering, wifing, cleaning, cooking, working, running, laundering, socializing, and best of all enjoying each and every day with my boys. :-)
The pictures above are from a recent parade to celebrate the Duck football success this past season. It was a great community event, and Kai really showed how he loves his Ducks!!
A family hike each month continues... this month even more spontaneous than last. We saw a break in the wet weather and went for it! Our little hiker went about 1 1/4 miles without being carried AT ALL and very minimal whining. (I'm sure the rice crispy treat at the top helped just a litte.) We are so proud of our little trooper and hope the improvements continue!
