Wednesday, February 23, 2011

celebrations...

So miss Kate had her fifth birthday yesterday. She's never had a friend party, and really wanted one this year, so I obliged. I asked her what kind of theme she wanted, and she responded, " a valentines day party"! Pretty easy, but you know me, the easier the better. I did hang a streamer, yes, just one! She came up to me and gave me a hug and whispered, "thanks mom, that's so cooool!" I was wishing I had put a little more effort into it, she was so grateful!


Aww, she's too cute! Last night after a full and busy day which included being late to pack night, she asked, "are we going home now?"
Me: yes
Kate: good, cause I'm ready for bed, I'm exhausted.
Me: I feel your pain.
I'm not a fan of busy days, I'd rather just be a home body most of the time.

I did find some cheap decorations from the dollar store. She loved the cupcakes which were apparently edible, because each child had at least two. Which is good for me, I'm trying to reduce my sweets, and chocolate is a temptation.
And this little man said mama again Saturday, twice in two years, I'm sure it's a record! We ate at Applebee's to celebrate Kate's birthday as a family, and he leaned over the table and mumbled mamamama, reaching for me. He hasn't said it since, but I'll count it as another little victory. He makes me smile, communication or no communication, at least he lets me smother him with kisses. Who can resist smooching those cheeks!





Wednesday, February 9, 2011

still giggling...

So, I thought I'd post this, just in case you needed a laugh. Feel free, I think we giggled for at least 15 minutes.We were hoping he'd get stuck trying to get out of it, but he figured it out. This kid is a goof ball, and is constantly keeping us on our toes, and in stitches.
And for those of you who were impressed with the taco braid, don't be, it was really quite easy! I don't have a bosch, I used her alterations for a kitchen aide. If any one wants the recipes, I'll email them to you. You can make a pizza braid or a sloppy joe braid too. She also gave us a recipe for a chicken cheese braid that sounds really good. Maybe next time!

Tuesday, February 8, 2011

hello?

So, since it has been so long since I last posted, I'm wondering if anyone is still checking this blog. Have you all given up on me? You may have done that long ago, ha! Well, it is helping relieve some of my boredom, so I will press on whether anyone reads, or not. So have you ever had a purchase that you quickly realized was a waste of money? That is how I felt about the leap pads we bought Colin and Maddie for Christmas years ago. They played with them for a few days, and then they were quickly forgotten. Thankfully this little man has a renewed interest in them. Well, he's actually only interested in one of the books, Thomas the Tank Engine, of course. Gavin is in love with "tmas" as he calls him. Also, I made some yummy bread yesterday, I finally tried Sister Nelson's recipes from Enrichment last month. Everyone but Maddie and Kate liked the taco braid. Maddie rarely likes anything new, and Kate had a sore throat, so I didn't take it too personally.
They have all been devouring the bread though. It was easy, and is quite tasty.