Every Monday and Thursday we concentrate on getting the weeks worth of homework done. This is like pulling teeth in my house. Like pulling teeth from a tiger. From a tiger who is hungry. And all I can think is, “I can’t fight this for 12 more years”. I hope some day he learns that it is just part of life. For now though, he is all boy and the outdoors is always calling to him to come and play.
My boy has amazing blue eyes. I remember when he was an infant and hoping desperately that they would not change. I have brown eyes so I knew it was probable that he would have brown eyes, but as he got older and his eyes stayed blue, I was so pleased. He has his grand-fathers eyes. We lost my father-in-law several years before Grey was born, so it has been wonderful to see those loving eyes again!
Around Christmas, Billy got an iPad. He and the kids have really enjoyed being able to play together. The kids anxiously wait till he gets home so they can all play a few minutes before bed. The current favorites are Angry Birds and Cut The Rope. I love watching and listening to them as they plot out how to win each level! So funny to listen to! But, perfect activity for these cold nights we are having!
While I was taking this picture, Grey’s faithful dog Lily had to be right with the family! She is such a sweetheart and we really love having her!
Billy is not a huge Valentines guy. He kinda falls into the “i’m-not-gonna-support-a-made-up-hallmark-holiday” category most years. This year he has been leaving me little treats every morning since Feb 1st. I’ve really enjoyed these past few days of seeing a special note and treat each morning as I head out to start my day. It makes my days just a little brighter!
Ever since Grey found out he was going to be a big brother, he has taken his role of “big brother” very seriously. He was adamant that he would have a baby sister (and thankfully that worked out!), but he did want to name her Rojo. Which we nixed. Quickly. Grey is such a fantastic big brother and Ella loves him so much! I am so proud of both of them and love their relationship!
Temper tantrums. Now I know that Ella’s spicy, stubborn, willful attitude will serve her well in years to come, but right now, it seems like they will never end! I’m not complaining because I absolutely believe that her strong independence will always be an asset, but seriously…WOW!!! Anyway, here is today's picture…LOVE TO HATE: Temper Tantrums
Today is a big day in our house. Ella is wearing a pull up for the first time. She isn’t too sure about it yet, but hopefully we won’t be in these too terribly long anyway!! So far she really LOVES the independence they allow. Like how she can just take them off and put on a new one any time she wants. And, so far, Mommy is NOT LOVING finding pull ups all over the house! Ugh. Hopefully we move past this phase quick!
