Mike and I bought a Wii, but the boys don't know about it yet. We have been wanting one for quite a while and decided to treat ourselves when Mike got his bonus. We also bought the Fit, but I'm not getting on that thing until baby comes out and a few more pounds are gone. Like I need some computer game telling me I'm overweight. Not cool.
We shall see how long it takes before we let the boys know about it and play it. So far the bowling game is pretty cool, but I'm not sure we have enough space in the basement as the set up is now. It is also going to be nice to have another way to watch Netflix besides the TiVo.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Monday, March 29, 2010
Bunk Beds
The boys are the happy recipients of new bunk beds. Mike and I have been looking for awhile for bunk beds for the boys' room and we were thrilled when we found some very nice looking ones in a furniture store we thought had gone out of business. Come to find out that the son has started his own store, but it's the same furniture as before and the bed was a great price. Unfortunately, I don't seem to have any pictures of the bed yet, so stay turned.
Monday, March 22, 2010
Musuem of Flight Field Trip
Today was an exciting day for the Pine Lake Coop Preschoolers in a the 4s class. Teacher Ardis took the kids on a wonderful trip to the Seattle Museum of Flight. They have a little program for children and all of the kiddos plus a few siblings took in an afternoon learning about planes.
The children were split up into three groups and the first group Andy was in the learned how to make their own glider using strips of paper and straws. I love this picture I captured of his group. All using their right hands to print their names on their gliders using the markers provided.
Of course, mom forgot her camera, so I was able to use my iPhone, but then the battery started going dead. Mom also wasn't feeling her best due to being 38 weeks pregnant, but we all did fine. Here is Andy getting ready to send his glider in the big blue yonder. The children also learned that if you flew the glider with the smaller side in the front, it went further. At least I think it was the smaller hole, I don't really remember since it's been a nap or two since we went.
Aaron also wanted in on the fun. This group time was a trip around the world to mail letters. They started in Seattle, flew to Chicago, then New York and on finally to Paris where they then returned to Seattle. The "cities" were at various points around the learning center area. The kids dawned on scarves and mail bags for the trip too.
The group of parents, students and siblings listening to the closing section of our field trip. It was a fun time exploring the museum and seeing some of the airplanes and items used in making airplanes. I only wished I had felt better because I would have enjoyed spending more time at the museum. This way we will just have to plan for a family outing someday.
More pictures can be seen on our SmugMug page.
The children were split up into three groups and the first group Andy was in the learned how to make their own glider using strips of paper and straws. I love this picture I captured of his group. All using their right hands to print their names on their gliders using the markers provided.
Of course, mom forgot her camera, so I was able to use my iPhone, but then the battery started going dead. Mom also wasn't feeling her best due to being 38 weeks pregnant, but we all did fine. Here is Andy getting ready to send his glider in the big blue yonder. The children also learned that if you flew the glider with the smaller side in the front, it went further. At least I think it was the smaller hole, I don't really remember since it's been a nap or two since we went.
Aaron also wanted in on the fun. This group time was a trip around the world to mail letters. They started in Seattle, flew to Chicago, then New York and on finally to Paris where they then returned to Seattle. The "cities" were at various points around the learning center area. The kids dawned on scarves and mail bags for the trip too.
The group of parents, students and siblings listening to the closing section of our field trip. It was a fun time exploring the museum and seeing some of the airplanes and items used in making airplanes. I only wished I had felt better because I would have enjoyed spending more time at the museum. This way we will just have to plan for a family outing someday.
More pictures can be seen on our SmugMug page.
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
New Glasses
How cute is Andy in his new glasses? The last pair broke when we went to Kidz Bounce for a morning of fun so we took the plunge and ordered a new pair with his updated prescription. The frames are red with black temples and the best part according to Andy is that they are automatic as he calls them. We had the transition lenses put in because he seems to be more sensitive to sunlight.
Sunday, February 14, 2010
A New Year, A New Experience
Our day started out as a normal Sunday morning by attending worship service and Sunday school at Crossroads and chatting with friends. As we were leaving, some friends of ours invited us to head to Seattle for Chinese New Year. I was up for an adventure, so why not.
After we parked the car and headed to our friend's dad's jewelry store in the International District, the fireworks began and boy were they loud, so we retreated inside. Aaron is the one on the left in the gray hoodie with our friends Caleb and Matthew watching the festivities across the street.
Once the fireworks had ceased, our little group of ten headed to find some dim sum. No one in our family has ever had dim sum before and I wanted to go with someone who knew what they were ordering and fill us in on what we were eating. The boys had a lot of fun together playing with the water, chopsticks and just being boys.
I'm really glad to have such wonderful friends who are willing to share part of their culture and show some of us who grew up in the sticks what is out in the world.
After we parked the car and headed to our friend's dad's jewelry store in the International District, the fireworks began and boy were they loud, so we retreated inside. Aaron is the one on the left in the gray hoodie with our friends Caleb and Matthew watching the festivities across the street.
Once the fireworks had ceased, our little group of ten headed to find some dim sum. No one in our family has ever had dim sum before and I wanted to go with someone who knew what they were ordering and fill us in on what we were eating. The boys had a lot of fun together playing with the water, chopsticks and just being boys.
I'm really glad to have such wonderful friends who are willing to share part of their culture and show some of us who grew up in the sticks what is out in the world.
January 2010
Since I am a little behind on my posts for the boys, I thought I would go through my pictures and add a few to the blog to see what all we have been up to in January. Unfortunately, it seems as if the camera has been put on a semi permanent vacation because I haven't taken many photos this year. Shame on mom, I know.
There are more pictures on my iPhone than the camera, which is good since I always have my phone with me. Mr. Shaggy, who needs a hair cut, spend the day with grandma and decided that he was headed off to work with grandpa's briefcase. I'm surprised he could carry that thing, but he more or less was dragging it on the hardwood floor, so I suppose that would assist in him getting away.
The next theme of the month seems to be in assisting mom with dinner. I love how my boys want to help out in the kitchen even if the amount of room for everyone including the expanding belly of mom's is quite close in quarters.
The next couple of pictures are of the boys actually peeling potatoes. I was quite impressed with how well they were doing with the vegetable peeler. Granted it took a bit of time, but hey after 5 minutes the boys were off playing with their toys and mom could continue making dinner without being squeezed into the corner.
There are more pictures on my iPhone than the camera, which is good since I always have my phone with me. Mr. Shaggy, who needs a hair cut, spend the day with grandma and decided that he was headed off to work with grandpa's briefcase. I'm surprised he could carry that thing, but he more or less was dragging it on the hardwood floor, so I suppose that would assist in him getting away.
The next theme of the month seems to be in assisting mom with dinner. I love how my boys want to help out in the kitchen even if the amount of room for everyone including the expanding belly of mom's is quite close in quarters.
The next couple of pictures are of the boys actually peeling potatoes. I was quite impressed with how well they were doing with the vegetable peeler. Granted it took a bit of time, but hey after 5 minutes the boys were off playing with their toys and mom could continue making dinner without being squeezed into the corner.
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Car Wash
It's December and we are having a wonderful, mild sunny day, so Mike took advantage of the afternoon and washed the cars. My car looks so much better now, but dad also had a little helper. Aaron was taking a nap, Andy had some time on the computer and wanted to know what dad was up to. He discovered dad outside, so he comes back in the house, dons on his coat and rain boots and proceeds to become dad's little helper.
At this point, my car is all clean and happy in the background, but I love the intensity and concentration of the four year old with the water nozzle. Yes, we are still patching that right eye, too.
Sleeves rolled up, now to do a bit of scrubbing on the front of dad's car.
And now to rinse the car so dad can dry it. Andy enjoyed the time outside with his dad just the two of them and I'm glad that Mike was able to get a few pictures of their time together.
At this point, my car is all clean and happy in the background, but I love the intensity and concentration of the four year old with the water nozzle. Yes, we are still patching that right eye, too.
Sleeves rolled up, now to do a bit of scrubbing on the front of dad's car. 
And now to rinse the car so dad can dry it. Andy enjoyed the time outside with his dad just the two of them and I'm glad that Mike was able to get a few pictures of their time together.
Helpfulness
Sunday mornings are crazy at our house because we need to leave for church by 8:30 and we aren't exactly early risers. Oh well, we managed to make it pretty close to on time most days.
One of my requirements for church is my boys are to wear collared shirts, no t-shirts if possible. This Sunday, I had chosen matching polo's for the boys and Mike was helping the boys get dressed. Andy has been learning how to button his shirts and practiced on Aaron. It was a rare moment between my boys and I'm glad that Mike caught a picture of it.
Thursday, December 24, 2009
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas to our friends and family. We have really been blessed this past year and are so thankful for everything that God has given us. I thought I would share a few photos of Andy and Aaron opening a few gifts.
One of our family traditions is to open up the Santa gifts in the stockings first thing in the morning. Aaron was beyond excited to have received the Lego fire chief and car. Santa also left little packs of Play-doh that was a huge hit as well.
Who knew receiving a pack of scissors would elicit this much excitement? My boys are truly thankful for the little things in life and Mike and I hope to continue instilling this trait in our boys.
Looking back at some of the pictures from opening gifts, the boys were happy with all the gifts they got, but were excited for each other as well. Nana and Papa gave Andy a train set and Aaron was itching to open up the train as much as Andy.
I'm so thankful for Andy's enthusiasm. He was beyond thrilled when Aaron opened up the Lego fire station. We knew the boys were wanting the fire station because Aaron had received the fire truck for his birthday and they let us know each time we went to Target.
As this special time of the year starts winding down, we hope that you spend some time reflecting the true reason we celebrate this season, the birth of our Saviour.
One of our family traditions is to open up the Santa gifts in the stockings first thing in the morning. Aaron was beyond excited to have received the Lego fire chief and car. Santa also left little packs of Play-doh that was a huge hit as well.
Who knew receiving a pack of scissors would elicit this much excitement? My boys are truly thankful for the little things in life and Mike and I hope to continue instilling this trait in our boys.
Looking back at some of the pictures from opening gifts, the boys were happy with all the gifts they got, but were excited for each other as well. Nana and Papa gave Andy a train set and Aaron was itching to open up the train as much as Andy.
I'm so thankful for Andy's enthusiasm. He was beyond thrilled when Aaron opened up the Lego fire station. We knew the boys were wanting the fire station because Aaron had received the fire truck for his birthday and they let us know each time we went to Target. As this special time of the year starts winding down, we hope that you spend some time reflecting the true reason we celebrate this season, the birth of our Saviour.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Afternoon Date to the Nutcracker
Andy and I had a rare treat with an afternoon date just the two of us. The Pacific Northwest Ballet puts on two shows for schools at discounted prices and this year I took advantage through the preschool. Aaron spent some quality time with dad who worked from home and Andy and I went to Seattle to see the Nutcracker.
We had a great time and I think the sword fight scene was probable the highlight for Andy. Our seats were four rows up from the stage, so our view was fantastic and we could really see the costumes and the facial expressions. It was definitely worth the time and effort to spend that extra, sweet time with Andy.
We had a great time and I think the sword fight scene was probable the highlight for Andy. Our seats were four rows up from the stage, so our view was fantastic and we could really see the costumes and the facial expressions. It was definitely worth the time and effort to spend that extra, sweet time with Andy.
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