A day off of school

Being the amazing mom's that Meredith and I are, we both took vacation the day off of work to spend with our kids who had the day off. We drug the kids to a pumpkin patch and to the movie "Where the Wild Things Are". How did that work with 2 moms and 4 boys, you ask? Much like you think. A lot of silliness at the pumpkin patch as well as rolling around and instantly filthy boys. The movie was awesome. A little scary for Kale and the message flew right over the big boys heads. Not really what I expected but really good. One that we will buy.

Latest attempt at craftiness

I customized these onesies for my friend Amy who is days away from giving birth to her daughter Abigail. If you stand back and squint your eyes they look amazing. I have kind of a lead foot with the sewing machine...that makes decorative stitching not so pretty. As I like to say with all of my projects...they're made with love!

What is wrong with him?

Kale was exposed to H1N1 as his sitters son has the hog fever. So he got to spend the week at home as his mama attempted to work. We had a nice time and lots of interesting conversations. Here is just a sample:

K: When I grow up I'm going to be a doctor.
M: Really, what kind?
K: A white one.
M: That's not what I meant...fill in lots of doctor options...
K: A doctor that helps babies get out.

What is with him and color? Earlier I thought he was trying to diversify the family...now I'm not sure.

A proud Lucas

Lucas has done so well in Kindergarten. He as exceeded expectations...so far. Today he came home from school beaming. In the Terrific Tuesday Meeting (all school meeting) he was called up by the principal and was given a Christian Witness Award for Great Listening Skills of all things. A half sheet of photo copied paper in all it's glory that reads:

Lucas, wow! I am so proud of you and your good choices! You have shown me many times that you are able to follow good instruction because of your listening skills: remember to stop, look and listen closely. Also, I'm very proud when you move away from people and things that are a distraction to you. Keep up the great work! Love Mrs. M

As his parents we are super proud of him as well. Seeing him recognized for good work in areas he struggles in is awesome.

We Miss Manhattan

Why did we wait 8 years to go back for a game? I guess 'cuz we are crazy. We had the best weekend ever. We love Manhattan, we love the 'Cats, we love HC Bill Snyder. We.Love.KSU!

It was so good to go back. There were some changes. Like the Delt house is now a Church Ministry...Jamey says it always was! Pyramid pizza...gone. Purple Arches...gone. Call Hall Dairy bar...closed on Saturdays. But we did get to dine at Rock-A-Belly Deli. Who knew our kids were particular. The boys that will eat food off the floor did not like the tables there. Apparently they are old and dirty. That's just character. We had our own lame tailgate prior to the game. We ate Goodcents, Steve drank beer out of purple cans (sorry Ryno, Steve forgot to put yours in your garage. He claims it was an accident.), and the boys played tackle football in the grass as we watched everyone walk to the game. Our seats were located 2" below the sun and Lucas instantly became afraid of heights. Just a temporary fear. We got him to walk up the stairs...slowly...while everyone had to filter around us. Then there was a brief, tearful episode on the 3rd level. A bag of popcorn fixed that. Finally he was ready to brave the stands. He slinked his way up the 8 rows he had to climb to get to our seats. He crawled on his belly over each row until he made it. I'll admit it was too freakin' high and I did not like it either. Once people filled in around us all was fine and the fear of heights (for Lucas) vanished. The game was a blast. The kids really got into the usual fan support, the screaming ahhhh, the keys, Good for a Wildcat First Down...they loved it all. The people in front of us really enjoyed us as well. They only got water, popcorn and frozen lemonade spilled on or near them or their seats. Luckily some of it they were unaware of. After the game they put on an amazing fireworks show. On the long drive back to the hotel we did have to pull over so Lucas could relieve himself...he was on the verge of uromysitisis. He avoided being arrested much like his aunt Kasey did in college. Sunday morning we toured the campus and played/explored Memorial Stadium. We lingered until 2:00 and headed to KC. Not to worry we did replenish our K-State gear while we were there.

The boys are now bleed purple. We were beginning to worry with all this Razorback brainwashing they are exposed to. Logan would even move there so Dad could go to all the games.

Not going to wait another 8 years to return.

Now a wolf scout

This years scouts was once again kicked off by the rocket launch. Due to some canceled summer events it was also cross over. Logan is now a wolf scout. Logan took on this event in classic Logan style. Watching from the sidelines barely participating. The scouts would chase down the rocket as it was launched. Logan sent Lucas in his place. But if you ask him, he had a great time. Lucas is asking when he will be a scout. He didn't like my response...never. Okay maybe.

Hillbillies

So whoever thought of Hillbillies as the theme for a theme park was genius. Both the people in costume and the guests all blend together. Today was the first theme part experience for the B boys and they loved it. Couldn't have been a better day. We joined Meredith and Connor for the day in Branson. We had good boys, brave boys, patient boys...perfect. Kale found his home in the theme park. There wasn't a ride he said no to. The minute he got off he wanted to do that ride again. It all went down hill for him when he got wet. Unplanned wet clothes is not Kale's cup of tea. We all know this about him. The boy got drenched on the first water ride. Had I been a wise mom, I would have brought him a change of clothes. It was no surprise that Logan was the least into the rides. There was only one ride (the flooded mine) that was dark and in water (but not wet) that we experienced a slight panic attack from Lucas. "This guy doesn't like this. Lucas wants off!" was heard by all. The drive home was an adventure as Steve and Meredith thought they knew better than the GPS. So you know...they don't. We actually will consider going again. Results I did not expect.

Always thinking

Kale has decided that he will wear this next time to Aunt Kasey's. Just in case she looses "lightricity". Random...but always a thinker.

Words

Lucas is into writing words. He is very proud of himself. Unfortunately these words also come out of his mouth.

Day 3

Day 3 of school. Lucas got his card pulled from green to yellow. That didn't take long. However, he did not like it and has vowed that it will never, ever happen to him again. Anyone want to place any bets on when the next time will occur?