Two Years

On July 7th 2011 my precious baby boy, better known as Wild Man, turned two! Hard to believe that this itty-bitty...

has now become this boisterous boy...

I just love him!

He had a fantastic day and is loving every minute of being 2!

Simple Woman's Daybook

For Today, June 18:

Outside my window.......darkness. (What do I expect, its barely 5 am)
I am thinking..... that I seriously need to develop the ability to sleep past 4:45 am.
I am thankful for..... new jobs starting soon for both Working Man and myself. His may pay better, but you can't beat my benefits ;).
I am wearing.... grey yoga pants and a thermal undershirt.
I am remembering....playing in the church nursery when I was little. We just bought Wild Man a set of those oversized cardboard blocks like they used to have and its made me nostalgic.
I am going....to work today. Blah!
I am currently reading...... The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan. I have so many kids request this series at the library, but I'd never read any of it.
Pondering these words.....?????? (crickets chirping)????????
From the kitchen......I'll be at work today so nothing from me. We have leftover Johnny Carino's to keep the menfolk alive while I'm gone. Tomorrow, possibly veal marsala in honor of Father's Day. Its Working Man's favorite.
From my picture journal.

Check out those baby blues! Can't believe how much he's grown since this was taken last summer! He's lost all of that baby look. (pardon my sobbing, just ignore me)

Welcome Summer

Long time, no post. I was afraid this would happen, but I'm not giving up. I'm still going to try and post whenever I can. While waiting for inspiration for a really great post here are some pictures of my Wild Man welcoming the warmer days with a new kiddie pool.

 This would have been a great shot if he wasn't looking at someone else.

 Creating his own splash zone!

 Check out that gut! Someone's been eating a few too many jellybeans.

Whoa!!! Cold water, cold water, cold water......!!!!!!

He loves his new pool.

Easter!

Easter proved to be an exciting time this year. Due to the addition of my adorable new nephew, I got to have my precious neices with me for the Easter weekend. Its been a long time since I had any length of time to spend with just one or two of my sisters' children. We had such a good time! Here's a few pics of our Easter Weekend fun.

Simple Woman's Daybook

For Today, April 16

Outside my window....early morning, birds starting to sing.
I am thinking....that I need to buy marshmallows to make the rice crispy treats for WM's daycare party.
I am thankful for..... our daycare. I hate sending him, but they really are a good center and they love my baby.
I am wearing.... my pajamas.
I am remembering.....my Nanny Hartwell. She's just been on my mind quite a bit lately.
I am going.... to visit my mom and daddy this afternoon.
I am currently reading.... not much of anything right now. Taking a little break.
Pondering these words.... "and they'll know we are Christians by our love"
From the kitchen.... will be eggs, bacon, and toast in a few minutes.
From my picture journal

I apparently need to take pictures of people and things besides Wild Man. Every time I look for a photo to use here, they're all of him.

Parenting Hall of Shame

Friends, I have hit a new low. Today I was in W@lM@rt, otherwise known as the place that shall not be mentioned, and a "cart return guy" stopped me to tell me I needed to wipe Wild Man's nose. Sadly, it was true. Apparently the appearance of snot on the boy's face no longer registers on my radar. He's had a cold/viral infection for approximately 9 months, so its not surprising that I tune these things out. But, I was embarrassed. As he shuffled off the cart guy muttered, "we gotta take care the little man." We certainly do. The first time mom paranoia has definitely worn off. Now the people of W@lM@rt feel adequate to give me parenting tips.

Spring

Wanted to show you guys a little of what we've been up to since the weather has improved lately.

 Inspecting the wisteria.

 Inspecting the ginormous bumble bees that buzz around the wisteria. Turns out they're kind of scary!

 Blowing bubbles with Daddy.

Catching lizards!