Cole's New Tricks

This is what Cole learned to do this week:

Saturday - Open the refrigerator door - NOT good!

Tuesday - Very cool!


Thursday - Very, Very Bad!!!!


Update: We knew that Cole would learn to climb out of his crib. We were just surprised he hadn't done it sooner since he climbs on everything. So, we were waiting for that dreaded day that he learned. Yesterday was the day. He climbed in and out!

Last night he slept in the bottom bunk while Chad slept in the library. Michael was consistent for about 30 minutes before Cole gave up. He woke up at 10:30 confused to where he was but went right back to sleep. He got out of his bed at 6:30. We were very proud of his first night!

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Kaylee Hears from God

The attitudes and behaviors around here have not been good the past few days. A lot of whining, crying, fighting, bad choices, etc. You get the picture.

On Wednesday I was finished and sent the two oldest to their rooms for a while. Cole and I were going to play in peace! But we got interrupted a few times by Kaylee.

Kaylee: Mommy, I am ready for my spanking.
Mommy: I am not ready to give it to you. Go back to your room.
(A little time goes by.)
Kaylee: Mommy, I talked to God and told Him that I need help to make good choices.
Mommy: I am very glad to hear that. Go back in your room and see if He has something to say to you.
(A little time goes by.)
Kaylee: Mommy, God said that I can get out of my room.

Cole's Music Program

The kiddos had a music program at our church for the Mother's Day Out (Preschool) Program that we participate in. Cole was placed in an older classroom this semester - good that he gets to have more opportunities and he is exposed to more. Rough because he struggles to sit still especially during sitdown times. But he has wonderful teachers - Cyndi and Joy - who have patiently helped him through this transition.

Kaylee' Music Program

The kiddos had a music program at our church for the Mother's Day Out (Preschool) Program that we participate in.
Kaylee is in Toy Barn. She has wonderful teachers who she really enjoys. Of course her favorite part of the class is Parker and Ryan. Although, she has branched out to include Mary and Ian in her conversations. Whether she actually plays with these kids, I have no idea but she sure talks about them.

Chad's Music Program

The kiddos had a music program at our church for the Mother's Day Out (Preschool) Program that we participate in. Chad is in the Barber Shop class which is the oldest kids. He has made some great friends. Three of the boys are ones that we have known for a while as their Moms were in my Women's Ministry group for several years. The other two boys are on the same T-ball team as Chad.

Chad's T-ball Schedule

Several have asked for Chad's T-ball schedule.  Here is the list that we received.  Email, Facebook, or call us for directions and times.  Chad is so excited and it would mean a lot to him to have those who love him cheer him on.

Thursday, May 6
Thursday, May 13
Thursday, May 20
Tuesday, May 25
Friday, June 4
Saturday, June 5
Thursday, June 10
Tuesday, June 15
Friday, June 18

Kaylee

I just realized that this never posted!  It was supposed to post 3/31/10.  We will try it a month late!
I realized that I don't have a lot of pictures of Kaylee.    Today I caught her in a good mood and got some pictures!

Kaylee is growing up fast.  She is excelling in her school work and gets really excited in being able to do something.  She continues to talk non-stop about Parker and Ryan; two boys in her class at school.  She has conversations with them over the phone and as imaginary friends.  Sometimes Parker and Ryan don't want to take their nap!  Thankfully we know Parker and Ryan's families really well and have not worries.  She has branched out a little bit and has begun to talk about Mary and Kara.  This is a big step. 

Here biggest question right now is "Do you love me?".  Most of the time she askes it when she is not in trouble.  She wants you to tell her "I love you as much as the highest number in the whole wide world."  That is what Grams tells her and she just grins from ear to ear. 

Kaylee continues to crack us up with her words as she says some really funny stuff. A lot of her free time is spent playing with her dolls and barbies. I am amazed at how patient she talks to them. Obviously she hasn't learned that from her Mommy.  When she drops one of them (on accident) she will say "You're okay. I am right here."  She and Cole have developed a very cute relationship.  She is just like a little Mommy to him.  Very fun to watch.  Michael's mom made this adorable baby quilt for Kaylee.  Too cute!

Update

Below are the last of the Easter pictures (now that it is almost May!).  The kids had so much fun at the three Easter Egg Hunts.  Once Cole figured out what to do, we couldn't get him to pick up the egg and move to another one.  He wanted to open each one as they were picked up.

Chad:  Registration occurred for Kindergarten yesterday.  He told the secretary (who was my secretary when I taught) that he wanted to start school today.  He is so excited but filled with questions.  I am going to the school tomorrow to talk to the principal and give her a heads up on his past.  The cardiologist told us that we don't need to tell the school anything about his "situation" as he is supposed to be treated like a normal kid.  Makes answering those "past health issue" questions a little hard.  Chad has started t-ball.  Last Friday was his first practice.  We were concerned but after we saw a kid hit the ball and run to 3rd, I relaxed a little bit.  At this age it isn't so much about ability as which Dad has worked with their child the most.  Kudos to Michael. 

Kaylee:  Mother Kaylee is cracking us up right now.  She is either explaining proper behavior to Chad or being an example of how not to behave.  On Saturday night after church, we went out to eat with some friends.  One the way to the restaurant we were talking about expectations for behavior.  Chad was arguing.  No need for Mom and Dad.  Kaylee took over and explained how it was going to be!  Oh my!

Cole:  He continues to sing his "Red and Yellow, Black and White" song and added the "Clean Up" song yesterday. This is a song they sing at church.  Just out of the blue he started singing "clean up..." while he and I picked up toys.  His favorite phrases are "I like it" and "I hold it."  As we drive down the road, he will see something and say, "I LIKE it!" 

Daddy:  The bike went to the shop and is out for riding again.  Michael rides on his lunch break some days, in the evenings, before breakfast - basically whenever he can get away.  The mowing has started again so he finds himself trying to juggle that into his schedule.  Daddy planted the grass seed this weekend.  Hopefully we can get the grass back in the front yard after the addition.

Mommy:  Garden is planted.  Weeding never stops.  Flower beds are looking okay although they always need some loving.  The apple tree was beautifully bloomed and we pray that it will produce lots of apples for us this fall.  I enjoyed a weekend away 1 1/2 weeks go for a Ladies Leadership Retreat with our church.  A friend and I went together and had a wonderful time.  I am so thankful that our church sees the need to provide these retreats, especially for the leaders.  

Think that about brings you up to date!! 

More Easter Fun

We celebrated Easter at Uncle Gary and Aunt Connie's house.  One of the perks of meeting there is that we get to enjoy the Petting Zoo!  The kids got to ride the donkey again.  Chad and Cole were excited to ride.  Kaylee wanted nothing to do with it.  Uncle Rixey held on to Cole for his ride.  The kids also got to pet the sheep, goats, and other fun animals. 

Easter

We had a wonderful Easter with family.  Almost all of the grands were home which made it a lot of fun.  We missed Randy and Amy and are excited to hear about Baby Megan arriving!

The kids took in two "town" Easter Egg Hunts (pictures later).  We helped/watched Uncle Heath and Aunt Jennifer burn off their back acreage.  The kids thought that was pretty impressive.  We enjoyed playdates with Olivia, Seth, Kassie, and Allie and getting to meet cousin Sammie.