GOOOOAAAALLLLL!!!

Ethan started soccer last night. Man was it a learning experience for me. I didn't really have high expectations that he would be the star player, but I hoped that he would at least want to play. He started off strong, but about 15 minutes into it (and right when his fan club arrived) he decided that he was done. And I mean done. He came over to me and started taking off his shoes, socks, etc. Then he decided that he would play again, and before telling the coach, he would just run in and start playing. It was really funny/stressful/a little embarassing. I have to give him an A for effort for his first game ever, but I think we have a lot to practice! After I started thinking about it, he is used to playing with his cousins and leaving the game any time he wants to, so I am sure he thought he was doing what was normal. Until next week....

 

Started out strong.... (He's #49)

 

 

 

but was happier here!

***WARNING*** Not for weak stomachs!

I can't believe that this...

 

 

Came out of this cute little nose...

 

Disgusting!!!

My runaway...

Yesterday during quiet time, Ethan came running down the stairs and said, "Mom, I'm runnin' away." Sort of baffled, I said, "Why?" "Because I'm runnin' away" and he grabbed his backpack and started loading it with random things...Mr. Potato Head's arm, a ball, a rock, you know, the most important things. He never really gave me an answer as to why he was running away, but he packed up and was ready to head out. I later learned that he was watching Little Bill for quiet time and Little Bill ran away. So, here is my dilema...I won't let him watch Spongebob anymore because A) he's annoying and B) I wanted Ethan to be learning something during quiet time. So, I guess I feel like I have shot myself in the foot. Educational? or Annoying? Don't know which route to take, I just hope that he doesn't learn to run away again!

 

 

A piece for me...a piece for the ducks!

Yesterday, I decided it was time to bust out of the house on my own and take the kids to the park to feed the ducks. I figured that was an easy activity to ease back into with three kids. Not that the third one is hard, but I get nervous about what to do with the other two if I ever needed to feed the baby. Anyway, we had a great time and the boys enjoyed a taste of freedom from the house. It wasn't too hot, but just hot enough. Scott had to be in Rawlins Wyoming for the day and I knew it would be a long day if we didn't do something. It was so fun to hear Aiden giggle so much at the ducks. The kids had a great time with their Aunt Lynell who needed a little time away from reality too. They decided that it was funny to feed the ducks and then eat the other half of the piece of bread. We had a good time. And as you can see, we also played on the playground. I hate parks. I don't know how I will survive three boys and not have a heart attack before age 40. Aiden makes me crazy there because he has no fear. Because I was running to help, I didn't get a picture, but Aiden attempted to climb across these chains like Ethan. I'm a sissy, I know.

 

 

 

 

Finally...pictures of Cherry Hill!!!

Grabbing the camera is definately not one of my priorities when we go to Cherry Hill. I am glad that Scott grabbed the camera the other day when we went. This has been such a fun place for us to go...the boys love it, I love it--but I am sad that the season is coming to an end and that fall and winter are upon us. I get really depressed about this time of year because I am such a summer person. I never realized that until I had kids. Maybe it's because it is easier to have kids in the summer...no coats, no shoes, socks and undershirts. It definately makes laundry a lot easier! Anyway, we have another whole week to cram time at the hill in, and I even think Camden might make his debut in the water.

 

We love the lazy river!!!!

 

Cam enjoyed the fresh air and I read a book. We had a great day!!!!

Funny things said this week...

So, another week gone, and a few things funny were said/remembered for the week. Ethan is starting soccer on Tuesday, and is really excited. We were getting him cleats the other day, found the right size and I was ready to go. Ethan said, "Hang on Mom, I need a mirror." So, whatever, right? He found the mirror, looked and said to himself, "Looking good Ethan." Humility is a big thing around our house!

And, as a mother of three boys, I have realized that cooth and my attempt to teach manners regarding bodily functions are out the door. I realized that when Aiden farted at the dinner table and laughed at himself and said, "I poop." No chance.

Time flies....

when you are a little sleep deprived. Camden will already be a month old tomorrow, I can't believe it! It's definately hard to imagine my life without him, and a lot easier to have three kids than I thought, but then again, he can't move yet. I have been building up my arm muscles from constantly having someone in my arms, and that is so great. I love this little guy and I am so happy he came to our family. I have learned that there are not enough hours in a day anymore, and that things will get done tomorrow if I can't get to them today. I only wish that they wouldn't grow up so fast...even though they get easier as they get older. I am glad that the transition with my boys went pretty smooth...I think we are seeing some of the needing attention now and not anyone else phase now. But all is good, let's just keep it that way!