Thursday, March 08, 2012

Favorite Things

You know there are just some things that you don't want to forget and these pictures of Graham on Rodeo Day remind me of a few of them. Not only does he look "shockingly handsome" (a phrase which Graham and Jeremy use to compliment each other) but if you look closely you'll see the drool on his bandana and shirt. He must have gotten really excited about something because when he does, profuse amounts of saliva pour or spray out of his mouth. Something about the way he talks (with a bit of a lisp) encourages lots of saliva to be in his mouth at all times. It's cute - kinda. I also don't want to forget about how Levi, who just turned one, scooches himself along on his tummy. At times he pushes off and almost glides like a seal, it's hilarious. And I don't want to forget about how Marin, always the nature lover, makes all manner of botanical creations, often wearing them or positioning them just so on her nightstand. I don't want to forget about how Graham can pull encouragement out of thin air like when he goes over the top complimenting me on what a wonderful dinner I've made (when it's really only eggwiches). I don't want to forget about how Marin will hold my face and give me 500 kisses before going to bed. Or how I look at her and can't believe how mature she's getting. Or how Graham frequently says, "Dad, I love God more than anything" in order to get approval from dad. Or how when dad wakes up at 5am, they somehow know he's leaving and will get up to get a hug and a kiss. Or how they love playing Monster and the Princess on the trampoline, a game in which Graham gets to protect Marin (the princess) from the monster (dad). Graham pretends he has super powers and throws dad across the trampoline while making perpetual lazer beam sounds (drooling of course). Their new favorite thing is to go outside and use the Night Sky App on dad's iPad. Are you a city dweller who can't see the stars? There's an app for that!
Random pics...





Friday, February 10, 2012

Funny Graham-isms

Graham gets very confused with his weights and measures. He has a great desire to express himself in numbers. He'll get on the scale and tell me how tall he is. The really funny thing about it is that he's just so very exuberant when he says these mixed-up-things. Two nights ago we had soup. Seeing Jeremy's huge bowl of soup, Graham said in amazement, "Dad, you have nine tall soup!!!" Figure that one out.
Then last night he looked at Jeremy's chicken and rice and said (with gusto), "Dad, you have like one hundred and thirty five food!"
Graham, we think you're nine tall funny and we have like one hundred and thirty five love for you!

Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Kids in the Woods

We tried to get some pics of the kids to send to my parents for Christmas and were faced with the realization that Graham has no idea how to smile for the camera. He used to have it down but maybe you forget these things when you turn 4. After MANY shots, this is what we got. I love these folks.




The outtakes...


And a random one taken by Aunt Corey at the Christmas Pageant

It's official - I'm a soccer mom!

Jeremy and I both sighed a big sigh of relief when soccer ended, but we were glad that the kids got to do it this year. When I signed them up, I somehow didn't realize that I would be juggling 2 games each Saturday and didn't foresee how Jeremy being an assistant coach on both teams could be problematic. But, my bad planning aside, it was fun and I enjoyed getting to see a new side of my kids. I got to see Marin's athleticism come out as she was one of the best on her team. She would run and run and run until she had absolutely nothing left to give. Graham on the other hand liked soccer only because he got to hang out with dad and get a snack after the games. Poor guy was the smallest boy on his team so he didn't stand a chance to begin with, but he was a trooper nonetheless. Jeremy said that he cried at his first practice (which made me cry) but that after much encouragement, he did great from there on out. I am sad that I don't have any pictures of him actually playing.










Friday, November 18, 2011

Halloween Fun

There's just something exciting about getting all dressed up and running around the neighborhood looking for free candy. Graham was oober excited to be a pirate and to get to "sword" (stab) people. Mariana took them to the neighborhood parade, during which Super Woman nearly vomited, but after a little water and candy, she felt much better!




I know you're wondering where Levi is. Well, I did actually try on his skunk costume and sadly this was the best picture I got. The second picture is representative of all the rest.

I discovered this year that it's a good idea to hit up Target for the post Halloween sale. $1.80 buys "Luke, I am your father"

Saturday, October 29, 2011

Before I Forget...

There are so many things that I just know I'll forget and many that I've already forgotten. But I want to remember...

How Graham eagerly hopes that when he gets big he'll have hair all over his body like dad.

How when Laura Spaulding asked Marin what she liked best about school, Marin replied, "I like morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack." Classic.



Sunday, October 09, 2011

A Fancy Nancy Birthday


Don't tell the blog police that I'm just now posting pics from Marin's 5th birthday party in January. Hey, she hasn't turned 6 yet!
We fancied up the house and got our ice cream sundae treats ready - it was actually really fun. Let's just say there were a lot of feather boas involved. I still think my favorite thing about the party was the invite...7 bucks on etsy, can't be beat.




And got their nails painted with polish that dries in 50 seconds - love that stuff.



Kory Jane and Kelsey read us a Fancy Nancy book about ice cream sundaes and the girls LOVED it. It was so cute.










And the credits...many thanks to my helpers, Laura, Corey, Mariana and Madalyn