He proudly said that he was a teddy bear. Then he said "not really, I just colored all over my face mama."
Oh, really? I barely noticed.
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Showing posts with label Cannon. Show all posts
september 8, 2012
I am officially a soccer mom.
Cannon cautiously began his soccer career this week. Let's just say he is not too sure if chasing a ball around the field is the most fun thing to do.
First of all, let's talk about the uniforms. If they are going to offer soccer to this age group, don't you think they could find uniforms that actually fit? I mistakenly called it an outfit, not a uniform, and now Cannon calls it his alphabet.
Obviously Cannon didn't know the first rule in soccer is no hands.
He also didn't know that you can't just kick it once and then stand there looking all cute.
It is safe to say that his favorite part of soccer right now is snack time after the game.
We will see. Maybe he will grow to love it. Or maybe it will be a short-lived career. Either way, we are so stinkin' proud of him for trying.
Cannon cautiously began his soccer career this week. Let's just say he is not too sure if chasing a ball around the field is the most fun thing to do.
First of all, let's talk about the uniforms. If they are going to offer soccer to this age group, don't you think they could find uniforms that actually fit? I mistakenly called it an outfit, not a uniform, and now Cannon calls it his alphabet.
Obviously Cannon didn't know the first rule in soccer is no hands.
He also didn't know that you can't just kick it once and then stand there looking all cute.
It is safe to say that his favorite part of soccer right now is snack time after the game.
We will see. Maybe he will grow to love it. Or maybe it will be a short-lived career. Either way, we are so stinkin' proud of him for trying.
August 2012
August was pretty much a blur. Not quite sure why, but the days all ran together and before I knew it, it was over. So, here is August in a nutshell.
We crossed a few more things off our Summer to-do list, including a few science experiments. The boys loved the naked egg experiment.
A picnic in the park.
Bowling at Pinz. Charlie started off strong, but mom walked away with the win.
And the fair. It was smokey and hot, but the boys loved it. The ticket lady exaggerated on how many rides Cannon would actually be able to ride because of his height, but for the most part he was pretty understanding when he had to sit out on some of them. We had pronto pups and strawberry shortcake. We enjoyed the animals and petting zoo. We avoided the carnie games like the plague. It was all the fair is supposed to be.
We also played at the splash park. Cannon was cautious at first but then he had no problem jumping in. Just don't splash him because you will definitely hear about it.
We celebrated 13 years of wedded bliss. Awe.
We had donut dates with cute boys.
We bought school supplies for a certain second grader.
And that second grader started school.
We also had special treats to celebrate the first day of school. Charlie can't get enough Kinder chocolate. It is probably his second favorite thing, after Nutella, of course.
We crossed a few more things off our Summer to-do list, including a few science experiments. The boys loved the naked egg experiment.
A picnic in the park.
Bowling at Pinz. Charlie started off strong, but mom walked away with the win.
And the fair. It was smokey and hot, but the boys loved it. The ticket lady exaggerated on how many rides Cannon would actually be able to ride because of his height, but for the most part he was pretty understanding when he had to sit out on some of them. We had pronto pups and strawberry shortcake. We enjoyed the animals and petting zoo. We avoided the carnie games like the plague. It was all the fair is supposed to be.
We also played at the splash park. Cannon was cautious at first but then he had no problem jumping in. Just don't splash him because you will definitely hear about it.
We celebrated 13 years of wedded bliss. Awe.
We had donut dates with cute boys.
We bought school supplies for a certain second grader.
And that second grader started school.
We also had special treats to celebrate the first day of school. Charlie can't get enough Kinder chocolate. It is probably his second favorite thing, after Nutella, of course.
Whew! August, you were a busy one.
We had a great summer. Definitely one of the best for sure.
july 5, 2012
This little one decided it would be fun to shove a popcorn kernel up his nose. I got a call at work from his daycare that he had been crying and saying that his nose hurt. When they asked him about it he said he put "corn" up there. They looked and didn't see anything but decided it would be best to call me. I called his doctor and he said to come by right away. As we waited in the waiting room, Cannon tilted his head back in the light just right and I could see the yellow kernel in there. Ugh. He really did it! The doctor tried to get it out with the tweezers but Cannon started to freak out. Then he suggested the nose blowing trick. He laid Cannon on his back, plugged his other nostril and asked me to put my mouth over Cannon's and give a quick blow. I was nervous but followed his instructions. The snotty kernel came shooting out on the first try and hit me in the cheek. Eeeeeew.
All evening he kept saying "Mama, we don't put things in our noses" like I was the one having trouble remembering that rule. I'm just hoping this was enough to prevent him from doing it again!
june 18, 2012
Father's Day weekend was pretty much perfect. It was busy and sometimes crazy, but it was full of the best kind of activity: time together.
We kicked off the weekend with the Meridian Dairy Days parade. (and I only took one picture!)
This was Cannon's first parade. He seemed a little confused at first, but once we told him they were going to be throwing candy out, he was all over it. As usual, the boys bickered their fair share and they got upset when the candy distribution wasn't even, but overall, we had a great time. The music, horses and candy were the highlights of the evening.
We did some things around the house on Saturday and went to dinner at Famous Dave's, Eric's choice of course.
On Father's Day we headed to Eagle Island for some fun in the sun. The adults hung out on the beach area while the boys played in the water and sand.
The guys tried to do a little fishing, but there were too many people around so it wasn't the best conditions.
Charlie wasn't as into playing in the water as much as he was into "relaxing". He does NOT like to be splashed on so he would freak out a little when the rambunctious kids got too close. He was perfectly content chilling out on this float tube.
On Monday we took the boys to the zoo. We got there right after they opened and it was perfect because it was not very busy and the weather was awesome.
Awe, he looks so young. Mr. Charlie just keeps growing up on us!
It really was a great weekend. Now that I am working I find that I am appreciating these times even more than before. I am happy for the reminder that we are so very blessed.
We kicked off the weekend with the Meridian Dairy Days parade. (and I only took one picture!)
This was Cannon's first parade. He seemed a little confused at first, but once we told him they were going to be throwing candy out, he was all over it. As usual, the boys bickered their fair share and they got upset when the candy distribution wasn't even, but overall, we had a great time. The music, horses and candy were the highlights of the evening.
We did some things around the house on Saturday and went to dinner at Famous Dave's, Eric's choice of course.
On Father's Day we headed to Eagle Island for some fun in the sun. The adults hung out on the beach area while the boys played in the water and sand.
The guys tried to do a little fishing, but there were too many people around so it wasn't the best conditions.
Charlie wasn't as into playing in the water as much as he was into "relaxing". He does NOT like to be splashed on so he would freak out a little when the rambunctious kids got too close. He was perfectly content chilling out on this float tube.
On Monday we took the boys to the zoo. We got there right after they opened and it was perfect because it was not very busy and the weather was awesome.
Charlie in the same spot 4 years ago, July 2008.
Awe, he looks so young. Mr. Charlie just keeps growing up on us!
It really was a great weekend. Now that I am working I find that I am appreciating these times even more than before. I am happy for the reminder that we are so very blessed.
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