The school year has ended. First grade is past us. I'm sad to see him grow, but I haven't been prouder. Lucian is a shining star. He is a kind, unique child. This past week we were able to watch him be promoted from the first grade. They had a cute little ceremony where all the kids in each class were called to the stage and handed an envelope with their "awards" as they walked across and shook hands. The classes designed a red carpet made out of paper for them to walk down. Each side had individual pictures with hand prints and names of the students. They concluded the ceremony with the kids singing "Roar" by Katy Perry. Lucian couldn't read the lyrics fast enough and wasn't too well versed on the song. He did his best. It was cute to say the least.
He had three ribbons in his envelope. The first one was a ribbon saying he was promoted to second grade. The second one was the citizenship award. He was chosen as citizen of the month earlier in the year. The third one was for A-B honor roll. We aren't really sticklers on grades. Especially at this age, he doesn't need that type of pressure from us. We just encourage him to do his best. But, he also doesn't like to lose, so that may be his own personal push.
Now that we are officially on Summer vacation, we are just trying to have some fun. He finished his current soccer season right before school ended, and they had a picnic on the last day of school. It was a good way to end the season/school year and start vacation. They had little goodie bags with small water guns in them. All the kids pulled them out and raced along the playground getting each other wet. The water fountain had quite the crowd of eager participants.
Yesterday (memorial day), we took a family trip to the children's museum. It was nice to have us all go for once. During the school year, I would take Apollo during the day. It's a nice place to go in winter to get out of the cold. Now that they have opened the outdoor sports area, I've been wanted to check it out while it's nice. Though it was way too hot out, Lucian and I braved the outdoor heat and brightness for a little bit. He tried the basketball area first. I thought it was way too bright. I could barely open my eyes it was so reflective (the ground was yellow). Next time we need to take sunglasses. We were going to try the soccer area next, but ended up going into the hockey area, which was right before the soccer area. I've been trying to convince Lucian to play hockey for a few years now. He always tells me no. I think he is afraid of the whole skating thing. Luckily, the outdoor hockey area didn't need skates. It was roller hockey. Let me tell you, he is REALLY good. I was impressed how quick he picked up on it. He has a pretty good slap shot. It may be all those years we played mini golf and regular golf. He seems to be a natural with stick sports. He is still reluctant to try skating... how young can they start field hockey? Either way, I'll keep trying to get him to the skating arena.
Today, Lucian started volleyball camp. We signed him up for a couple different camps to get him to try new things and keep him busy. This allows some interaction with other kids around his age and keep his mind off being bored or relying on electronics. This was a fairly new sport for him. I thought they did a good job introducing basic movements. It's at the high school and several of the high school volleyball players were there to help and work with the kids. I was only able to watch here and there because Apollo was getting bored. I don't think Lucian has formed an opinion on it yet. We will see.
We started our garden within the last month. It has been so hot lately, we have been trying to maintain as much moisture as we can. We do have some things growing. We need to keep up with the weeds a little bit more. Hopefully, some more things will pop up.
Apollo has been adjusting to having Lucian home. He's been a little more grumpy and territorial, but I think he is getting there. He has also been attached to my leg lately. Anytime I go to work, he has a partial meltdown. At least it is nice out right now, he usually does better when occupied outdoors. He is an outdoor kid for sure. We stocked up on water balloons, and purchased a second hose, to keep them both busy outside. Otherwise, he is getting pickier, talking a lot more, and napping less. Sometimes it is aggravating when they fight, but it is pretty funny to hear Apollo's side of the story sometimes. He has a different perspective on life for sure. We need to work on the whole what really happened/truth thing.
That is pretty much it for the moment. We've been looking at houses lately and taking the boys to a few open houses. They have a thing about running in circles in empty rooms. I don't know, they like it. Maybe we will find the right place for us soon.
5.29.2018
5.01.2018
Is This Spring?
The weather seems to finally be normalizing. The sun has been shining. The dandelions are peeking out. The trees are, finally, budding. I'm so ecstatic to see green everywhere. We are starting to prepare our gardens. Joe cleaned out a lot of our containers yesterday in preparation. Lucian planted some seeds. We checked out the condition of one of our garden plots the other day. I am really excited to start planting soon. We tried to start some plants inside this year. The delay in weather killed most of them. But I'm hoping we can save a few that are still sprouted. I think the lack of sunlight in our house didn't help either. We have all North facing windows, which is pretty much the worst for sunlight.
Lucian's year of first grade at his new school is starting to come to an end. This is, officially, his last month as a first grader. I was glad to see him do well this year. He has made some friends, likes his teacher, and says he likes his school this year (probably due to the first two things). Today as I was driving him to school, he told me he really liked school trips. We recently went to the zoo as a field trip. Even though it was chilly and rainy, everyone seemed to have a good time. It was very rushed, I wish they could have had longer. Unfortunately, all the picnic tables were soaked, and they decided to bus back to the school for lunch. The kids were starving at the point, since they usually eat a lot earlier in the day. We joined the kids for lunch in their classroom. It was nice. Apollo had fun too. I think he wants to go to school with Lucian. He must miss him during the day.
Apollo is currently watering the grass in the yard. The kid loves water. We were going to go to the park today and get some energy out, but when we stopped home he took one look at the water table they filled yesterday and decided that was a better choice. It started with the water table and escalated to the hose. Now everything is getting a spray down. Including Burnie, who was standing in the wrong place at the wrong time. Though he moved, I know he doesn't mind it too much. At least he watered my lemon balm!
So what are the boys into now? Well, Lucian still loves watching videos on youtube kids. He learns about different video games that he plays. He is into the game Roblox right now. It's a game similar to minecraft where you take your character into different games. It's funny seeing him play a game where a bunch of players are doing everyday things. Some examples are: riding an elevator, plowing snow, running a pizza shop, or going to high school. There are some weird ones too and also some violent ones. He also still really enjoys playing minecraft and building levels in super mario maker. We have been playing a lot more board games lately too. Outside of the house, we have been going to the park after school on nicer days. It helps keep his mind off electronics. Plus, we could all use fresh air. As for sports, this spring he is currently playing soccer. He is enjoying it, and he is pretty decent. I like to watch all of his practices because I work during his games. I'm sad to miss them, but I'm glad Joe and Apollo go root him on. This summer he is going to be super busy. We have him joined into many events. Such as soccer camp, reading group, inventor camp, and possibly swim lessons. Invention camp seems fun, they are supposed to be making a robot and studying robotics. His school has a robotics club, so maybe this will get him more interested in joining something like that.
Apollo looooooooves Paw Patrol. He picked the video off the shelf to watch not too long ago and has loved it ever since. Within the last few weeks, he has found the paw patrol toys that have been hiding out among the toys. Now we play paw patrol every day. We also watch a lot of paw patrol. I did reintroduce him to Little Einsteins the other day to mix it up. He seemed to like it. We have also been playing a lot of trains, coloring, and play dough. We've been slowly making out way through the costco sized play dough bag I bought. Joe thought I was nuts, but now he thinks it was brilliant. Because it was ;-)
Now I'm going to hang out with Apollo as he watched Paw Patrol and eats his frozen sesame bagel (it's his thing lately, I don't know). I'll try to post again soon.
Lucian's year of first grade at his new school is starting to come to an end. This is, officially, his last month as a first grader. I was glad to see him do well this year. He has made some friends, likes his teacher, and says he likes his school this year (probably due to the first two things). Today as I was driving him to school, he told me he really liked school trips. We recently went to the zoo as a field trip. Even though it was chilly and rainy, everyone seemed to have a good time. It was very rushed, I wish they could have had longer. Unfortunately, all the picnic tables were soaked, and they decided to bus back to the school for lunch. The kids were starving at the point, since they usually eat a lot earlier in the day. We joined the kids for lunch in their classroom. It was nice. Apollo had fun too. I think he wants to go to school with Lucian. He must miss him during the day.
Apollo is currently watering the grass in the yard. The kid loves water. We were going to go to the park today and get some energy out, but when we stopped home he took one look at the water table they filled yesterday and decided that was a better choice. It started with the water table and escalated to the hose. Now everything is getting a spray down. Including Burnie, who was standing in the wrong place at the wrong time. Though he moved, I know he doesn't mind it too much. At least he watered my lemon balm!
So what are the boys into now? Well, Lucian still loves watching videos on youtube kids. He learns about different video games that he plays. He is into the game Roblox right now. It's a game similar to minecraft where you take your character into different games. It's funny seeing him play a game where a bunch of players are doing everyday things. Some examples are: riding an elevator, plowing snow, running a pizza shop, or going to high school. There are some weird ones too and also some violent ones. He also still really enjoys playing minecraft and building levels in super mario maker. We have been playing a lot more board games lately too. Outside of the house, we have been going to the park after school on nicer days. It helps keep his mind off electronics. Plus, we could all use fresh air. As for sports, this spring he is currently playing soccer. He is enjoying it, and he is pretty decent. I like to watch all of his practices because I work during his games. I'm sad to miss them, but I'm glad Joe and Apollo go root him on. This summer he is going to be super busy. We have him joined into many events. Such as soccer camp, reading group, inventor camp, and possibly swim lessons. Invention camp seems fun, they are supposed to be making a robot and studying robotics. His school has a robotics club, so maybe this will get him more interested in joining something like that.
Apollo looooooooves Paw Patrol. He picked the video off the shelf to watch not too long ago and has loved it ever since. Within the last few weeks, he has found the paw patrol toys that have been hiding out among the toys. Now we play paw patrol every day. We also watch a lot of paw patrol. I did reintroduce him to Little Einsteins the other day to mix it up. He seemed to like it. We have also been playing a lot of trains, coloring, and play dough. We've been slowly making out way through the costco sized play dough bag I bought. Joe thought I was nuts, but now he thinks it was brilliant. Because it was ;-)
Now I'm going to hang out with Apollo as he watched Paw Patrol and eats his frozen sesame bagel (it's his thing lately, I don't know). I'll try to post again soon.
3.15.2018
The never ending winter
This winter seems longer than most. The skies have teased us with sunlight and temporary warmth, than blasted us with brutal winds and snow. The world seems disrupted in an uproar of political spasm. I watch my boys grow each day. It gives me hope that the warmth will soon come. Maybe the sun will bring everyone to rest. Allow us all to simply get along.
I long for the chance to get out in the garden, to enjoy the parks, to try something new this year. This summer will hopefully involve camping, gardening, and horseback riding. We haven't taken Apollo on horses yet. I feel this year would be a good opportunity. Maybe try some other things we haven't done yet. We haven't gone to any pools since we moved up here. So maybe we will try that out this summer as well.
Lucian is signed up for soccer, which should start in a few weeks. We have been talking about putting both boys in swim lessons this summer as well. It's hard, since summer is so short. School restarts in the midst of what we knew as summer break. It really limits the time frame to try new things. I think we will also send Lucian to soccer camp again this year. It's not an overnight camp. He really liked it last year. Now that he speech is constantly improving, I hope it will be easier for him to connect with other kids. Maybe make some true friends.
Apollo is milking his toddler years. Enjoying the fact that he gets to stay home while his brother leaves for school. He does miss him though. The bigger he gets, the more things they are able to do together. They can actually play and have fun. Of course, there is a lot of fighting as well. They are siblings after all. Taking each others toys and deliberately annoying one another. It can be frustrating at times, but I actually kind of enjoy it. Through the disagreeing, they find a solution or they are separated. It gives them a glimpse into their potential closeness, into how much they are alike, into the unfair world. So, yes, I enjoy that they are unknowingly learning about themselves and the world around them. They will understand the importance of their relationship when they get older. For now, let them play, let them disagree, let them learn.
On the upside, Lucian has been going through an eating strike since being back in school. He thinks he can survive off of macaroni and cheese and lunchables. Ok, not quite that extreme. Though he would probably survive, he wouldn't be very healthy. He has been retrying and trying new things. We have been trying to re-expand his food palate. He has discovered he actually does like mango, and still dislikes anything in the squash category. Apollo, on the other hand, seems to be even pickier. He straight out refuses to eat anything the color green or that may have a sliver of green touching it. I can only hope we outgrow that sometime soon. Until then, one day at a time.
I long for the chance to get out in the garden, to enjoy the parks, to try something new this year. This summer will hopefully involve camping, gardening, and horseback riding. We haven't taken Apollo on horses yet. I feel this year would be a good opportunity. Maybe try some other things we haven't done yet. We haven't gone to any pools since we moved up here. So maybe we will try that out this summer as well.
Lucian is signed up for soccer, which should start in a few weeks. We have been talking about putting both boys in swim lessons this summer as well. It's hard, since summer is so short. School restarts in the midst of what we knew as summer break. It really limits the time frame to try new things. I think we will also send Lucian to soccer camp again this year. It's not an overnight camp. He really liked it last year. Now that he speech is constantly improving, I hope it will be easier for him to connect with other kids. Maybe make some true friends.
Apollo is milking his toddler years. Enjoying the fact that he gets to stay home while his brother leaves for school. He does miss him though. The bigger he gets, the more things they are able to do together. They can actually play and have fun. Of course, there is a lot of fighting as well. They are siblings after all. Taking each others toys and deliberately annoying one another. It can be frustrating at times, but I actually kind of enjoy it. Through the disagreeing, they find a solution or they are separated. It gives them a glimpse into their potential closeness, into how much they are alike, into the unfair world. So, yes, I enjoy that they are unknowingly learning about themselves and the world around them. They will understand the importance of their relationship when they get older. For now, let them play, let them disagree, let them learn.
On the upside, Lucian has been going through an eating strike since being back in school. He thinks he can survive off of macaroni and cheese and lunchables. Ok, not quite that extreme. Though he would probably survive, he wouldn't be very healthy. He has been retrying and trying new things. We have been trying to re-expand his food palate. He has discovered he actually does like mango, and still dislikes anything in the squash category. Apollo, on the other hand, seems to be even pickier. He straight out refuses to eat anything the color green or that may have a sliver of green touching it. I can only hope we outgrow that sometime soon. Until then, one day at a time.
1.13.2018
New Year
A new year is among us. We have all survived (barely it seems with everyone being sick). Yet, here we are, almost the year of the dog. I can proudly say I made it to midnight for once. I rang in the new year alone. As everyone else was asleep. It was nice and quiet. Just me and my book. Aw.
This new year has already been adventurous. We've had lots of cold weather, ice, and snow. Apollo had his first real sledding moment down a hill. He wasn't excited about it. He was sitting on my lap and we were pushed down a hill by our house. It was dark and cold out. He seemed happy at first. Then we hit a little hill at the bottom, and a big spray of snow went right into his face. He immediately started crying. I put him in the car to warm up and calm down.
Lucian, however, had a great time on the hill. He has really warmed up to these types of activities. He had his own tube to use and was good about walking it back up. He flew down pretty fast if you ask me. I don't think he wanted to go home yet, but it was too cold to stay out too long. So we drove home, put warm clothes on, and drank hot chocolate.
We've had more snow with a little warmer weather recently. Lucian didn't care about going outside, but Apollo was all about it. I think he was just genuinely interested in the snow. He was even willing to put snow pants on this time around. He had a lot of fun in the short time we were out there. He was throwing snow at Daddy and me, shoveling snow with his pretend frying pan, and tossing handfuls into the air, watching it rain back on top of himself. I feel like he has come a long way with his explorations.
Otherwise, we've mostly been hanging out inside with this frigid weather. Sometimes we all do our own things. Sometimes we play family games, like Mario Bros. Even Apollo helps out on the gamepad. I've also been trying to get the boys into reading more. We used to read a lot with Lucian when he was little. Now that we've been working on reading, writing, and speaking, we have been trying to incorporate more books that he can read to us. He huffs and puffs about it because he'd rather do other things or have us read to him, but I think he does have a small bout of accomplishment when he realizes he could read some of a book. He has a weekly library class at school and always brings home interesting titles. One of us will read the book with him. I've also been pushing Apollo to read more with me during the day. Sometimes when we are having a snack or just sitting around I'll ask him if he wants to read a book. He usually answers with "No book", but I pull some out anyways. He's such a curious kid. It would be a shame not to force him to look in a book. He's always asking "what's that?"
I'm enjoying the snow. But I'm looking forward to Spring. Looking forward to Lucian playing soccer, planting a garden, and riding bikes. I think it's time to find dance or gymnastics classes for Apollo. He loves music, dancing, and downward dog. Maybe there is a toddler and mom yoga class? That could be good for both of us. Mostly my sanity. Thank goodness we go to the Children's museum frequently! It's been a great escape from the house. Plus, there are so many things to wear him out. If I'm being honest, it wears me out too. The loud noises and fluorescent lights and a killer. I'm being beckoned by the little guys. Time to be Luigi.
This new year has already been adventurous. We've had lots of cold weather, ice, and snow. Apollo had his first real sledding moment down a hill. He wasn't excited about it. He was sitting on my lap and we were pushed down a hill by our house. It was dark and cold out. He seemed happy at first. Then we hit a little hill at the bottom, and a big spray of snow went right into his face. He immediately started crying. I put him in the car to warm up and calm down.
Lucian, however, had a great time on the hill. He has really warmed up to these types of activities. He had his own tube to use and was good about walking it back up. He flew down pretty fast if you ask me. I don't think he wanted to go home yet, but it was too cold to stay out too long. So we drove home, put warm clothes on, and drank hot chocolate.
We've had more snow with a little warmer weather recently. Lucian didn't care about going outside, but Apollo was all about it. I think he was just genuinely interested in the snow. He was even willing to put snow pants on this time around. He had a lot of fun in the short time we were out there. He was throwing snow at Daddy and me, shoveling snow with his pretend frying pan, and tossing handfuls into the air, watching it rain back on top of himself. I feel like he has come a long way with his explorations.
Otherwise, we've mostly been hanging out inside with this frigid weather. Sometimes we all do our own things. Sometimes we play family games, like Mario Bros. Even Apollo helps out on the gamepad. I've also been trying to get the boys into reading more. We used to read a lot with Lucian when he was little. Now that we've been working on reading, writing, and speaking, we have been trying to incorporate more books that he can read to us. He huffs and puffs about it because he'd rather do other things or have us read to him, but I think he does have a small bout of accomplishment when he realizes he could read some of a book. He has a weekly library class at school and always brings home interesting titles. One of us will read the book with him. I've also been pushing Apollo to read more with me during the day. Sometimes when we are having a snack or just sitting around I'll ask him if he wants to read a book. He usually answers with "No book", but I pull some out anyways. He's such a curious kid. It would be a shame not to force him to look in a book. He's always asking "what's that?"
I'm enjoying the snow. But I'm looking forward to Spring. Looking forward to Lucian playing soccer, planting a garden, and riding bikes. I think it's time to find dance or gymnastics classes for Apollo. He loves music, dancing, and downward dog. Maybe there is a toddler and mom yoga class? That could be good for both of us. Mostly my sanity. Thank goodness we go to the Children's museum frequently! It's been a great escape from the house. Plus, there are so many things to wear him out. If I'm being honest, it wears me out too. The loud noises and fluorescent lights and a killer. I'm being beckoned by the little guys. Time to be Luigi.
10.26.2017
Go Nuts For Donuts
Today I took donuts into Lucian's school. He requested donuts to celebrate his birthday this year. Tomorrow they are having a celebration for Halloween (typical party), so he wanted donuts the day before. I went to Dunkin' Donuts and picked out Halloweenish yeast donuts in a few colors. I ended up with purple, pink, and brown. They had lovely sprinkles on top. His teacher requested I bring them at lunch time. Probably because they go out for recess right after and that is a great time to run off sugar. I decided to take him some lunch at the same time. He wasn't thrilled with the idea, but was happy in the end. I ended up bringing him mac and cheese. He was probably glad to have a warm meal. I passed out the donuts to all his classmates in the cafeteria. I did feel bad for the other classes who had lunch at the same time. They had major donut envy. I think that gave Lucian a couple bonus points with his friends (and some day friends). I'm glad he was able to feel special and cool.
Tomorrow, at lunch, he is receiving an award for being a good citizen. I'm not sure if he knows about it. One of us will be going in to lunch to watch him get announced. He makes me so proud.
Tomorrow, at lunch, he is receiving an award for being a good citizen. I'm not sure if he knows about it. One of us will be going in to lunch to watch him get announced. He makes me so proud.
10.09.2017
The Start of October, Smells Like Fall
It's no surprise that October is my favorite time of year. Fall, pumpkins, and the birthday season; what's not to love? We started our October by going to a pumpkin patch and festival. We bought eight pumpkins to start our fall pumpkin collection. By the time Halloween rolls around, we should have a vast collection. Some painted. Some carved. The ultimate image of Fall.
So far this fall we have already gone apple picking, pumpkin picking, festival going, cider drinking, and went to pumpkin town at the zoo. I'd say it's been pretty successful so far! I'm excited to do more apple picking so we can get a good storage of home-juiced apple juice. Maybe we can even mull some into cider this year. I'd also like to make dumplings this year. I've been too busy the last few years to make more apple dumplings. Now that we have an extra freezer, I'll have a place to store them as well.
The boys.
Man they are growing too fast. Lucian is in first grade. They are currently on fall break, so I get to see him more during the day. I like that. As much as I love having time with Apollo, I like spending time with both my boys. He has been doing well at school. He says he doesn't care for it, but never complains about going. I just hope he is able to make some new friends this year. That's the hardest thing about school these days, being able to socialize. Seems odd, I know. They are so strict these days about when kids can and cannot communicate with each other. Anyways, he has a good teacher who he seems to like and he is willing to go. That's enough for us.
Apollo is turning into a toddler. He is cranky, opinionated, and wants what he wants right now. All that being said, he has a lot of interests and a pretty long attention span. He loves to build train tracks, play cars, and interact with stuffed toys. He most favorite thing is being outside. Everyday we go outside and ride feet powered "bikes". We ride up and down our road until we need to get a drink. Mama's legs sure get a work out. It's fun and we get to enjoy the outdoors. I've also been taking him on solo trips to the museum, zoo, and playgrounds. We need to find him some friends to go with. He's okay with other kids, but he isn't much of a socializer. Lucian is more interactive that way. Apollo is more of a watcher. Then he goes off and does his own thing. Unless Lucian is there. Then he is loves to play with his brother.
I'm always surprised with time. The days seem long but the years are short. That's what people are always saying. I think the days go pretty fast. Too fast sometimes. I've been trying to enjoy the moments. Let the kids pick the movie, buy the dippin' dots, and stay at home at least once. Because in the long scheme of things... I'd rather see smiles.
So far this fall we have already gone apple picking, pumpkin picking, festival going, cider drinking, and went to pumpkin town at the zoo. I'd say it's been pretty successful so far! I'm excited to do more apple picking so we can get a good storage of home-juiced apple juice. Maybe we can even mull some into cider this year. I'd also like to make dumplings this year. I've been too busy the last few years to make more apple dumplings. Now that we have an extra freezer, I'll have a place to store them as well.
The boys.
Man they are growing too fast. Lucian is in first grade. They are currently on fall break, so I get to see him more during the day. I like that. As much as I love having time with Apollo, I like spending time with both my boys. He has been doing well at school. He says he doesn't care for it, but never complains about going. I just hope he is able to make some new friends this year. That's the hardest thing about school these days, being able to socialize. Seems odd, I know. They are so strict these days about when kids can and cannot communicate with each other. Anyways, he has a good teacher who he seems to like and he is willing to go. That's enough for us.
Apollo is turning into a toddler. He is cranky, opinionated, and wants what he wants right now. All that being said, he has a lot of interests and a pretty long attention span. He loves to build train tracks, play cars, and interact with stuffed toys. He most favorite thing is being outside. Everyday we go outside and ride feet powered "bikes". We ride up and down our road until we need to get a drink. Mama's legs sure get a work out. It's fun and we get to enjoy the outdoors. I've also been taking him on solo trips to the museum, zoo, and playgrounds. We need to find him some friends to go with. He's okay with other kids, but he isn't much of a socializer. Lucian is more interactive that way. Apollo is more of a watcher. Then he goes off and does his own thing. Unless Lucian is there. Then he is loves to play with his brother.
I'm always surprised with time. The days seem long but the years are short. That's what people are always saying. I think the days go pretty fast. Too fast sometimes. I've been trying to enjoy the moments. Let the kids pick the movie, buy the dippin' dots, and stay at home at least once. Because in the long scheme of things... I'd rather see smiles.
7.21.2017
Summer 2017
I guess I need to get off my butt and write a few more blog posts. I'm sure a lot has happened. I'm sure I have forgotten so much already. It was a tough spring/beginning of summer. We had a month of the chicken pox. The isolation is enough to bring the weary drearies, but otherwise we faired well. We weren't completely isolated. We did take quite a few walks around the neighborhood to get some fresh air, and played outside in the yard. There just wasn't a lot of interaction with other people. All has healed since then, and the boys have gained a lifetime of immunity. A small inconvenience really.
Lucian missed the opportunity to do an outdoor summer camp due to being contagious, but I managed to get him into a soccer camp. It was a few hours during the day for 3 days. He seemed to really like it. He is looking forward to his next soccer experience. I think he does better with intense programs where coaches push you more rather than in laid back programs. I might have to find a more intense program for fall soccer.
We've been trying to get out and do things. We have been trying to go to the Children's museum and Zoo; at least one of them weekly. We started a garden plot this year, but the boys don't seem to enjoy that experience very much. It's a big plot, buggy, and directly in the sun. At least they get to play with the hoses, right? We have hit some local playgrounds and splash pads. There are a lot of parks around the city, it's nice to try different ones. Summer is going way too fast.
Lucian starts first grade next week. He seems to be dreading it, but we will see how it goes. I'm excited to get him back into speech therapy. I'm also excited for him to have the opportunity to make new friends. It's not the easiest thing for him to do, but he does try.
Yesterday, we went to Daddy's kickball game. There were a few other kids there, and he played with them a little bit. He was on the younger side, so the older kids weren't all that nice to him. Apollo didn't seem to care though. He had a grand old time running around the basketball court disrupting their playing. He also was throwing Kirby around like a ball. He loves Kirby, and refused to leave him in the car. Naturally, Kirby was dragged around the field and along the tiny play area.
I gave Lucian a workbook to do for the summer. It was a fairly easy one. It was meant to be between kindergarten and first grade. We told him he could get a prize if he finished it. He did it. I wasn't sure if he would want to do it. He surprised me though. He wasn't always motivated, but if he didn't work on it for awhile I would have him do a page or two. Five pages later he would decide he was done. He made it through the book and picked out a prize. We are now proud owners of two plasma cars (ride on cars). They are pretty fun. When you move the steering wheel back and forth it moves forward. If the steering wheel is flipped and then moved back and forth it moves backward. It can also be moved by foot power. Naturally, we couldn't get one. They both HAD to have one. So, we bought two cars and some rainbow cones. Looks like we will be racing in the near future.
Apollo has been into books and drawing. It's a nice break from eating cat food with Burnie. Everyday, we read a couple books. He mostly points at things and says "what's that?" I'm ecstatic. Since Lucian didn't talk at this age he would point to find objects we'd mention, or point to things he wanted me to say. I don't think most parents understand how nice it is to just have simple things said to you. Truly taken for granted. It's such a different pace. Lucian wasn't usually interested in books. Apollo seems to enjoy it. We also draw together a lot. No piece of paper is safe in this house. We have to move important documents to high places. We utilize all types of material. We use dry erase markers on our mini white boards, we use legal pads with pens, we use coloring books, and rolls of easel paper. He likes markers, crayons, pencils, and pens. He has no problem hiding and stealing them from you too.
As I mentioned earlier, Apollo has been attached to Kirby. We have a lot of mario themed stuffed plushies. Apollo personally loves Kirby and Yoshi. We play plushies almost daily. It used to be a Lucian game, now it seems everyone enjoys it. It's not my favorite, but I love my babies. It's been really great for my imagination. Plus, it's a nice break from playdough (I'm pretty sure it's all dried up) and marble run. I really enjoy marble run. It's fun building him little marble masterpieces. Not fun when he immediately destroys it out of anger. Glad he gained our stubbornness. Insert giant eyeroll here.
Summer is coming to a close and I am sad. We didn't really have one with all the illness and travels. Now my big guy will be going into first grade. My little guy might need to participate in a Mommy and me class. It will make him feel better. Ok, it will make me feel better. I have to snuggle on someone.
Things to look forward to:
October, Visit grandpa, Joe not travelling for work
I know this was long but it's been awhile. Lots of Love.
Lucian missed the opportunity to do an outdoor summer camp due to being contagious, but I managed to get him into a soccer camp. It was a few hours during the day for 3 days. He seemed to really like it. He is looking forward to his next soccer experience. I think he does better with intense programs where coaches push you more rather than in laid back programs. I might have to find a more intense program for fall soccer.
We've been trying to get out and do things. We have been trying to go to the Children's museum and Zoo; at least one of them weekly. We started a garden plot this year, but the boys don't seem to enjoy that experience very much. It's a big plot, buggy, and directly in the sun. At least they get to play with the hoses, right? We have hit some local playgrounds and splash pads. There are a lot of parks around the city, it's nice to try different ones. Summer is going way too fast.
Lucian starts first grade next week. He seems to be dreading it, but we will see how it goes. I'm excited to get him back into speech therapy. I'm also excited for him to have the opportunity to make new friends. It's not the easiest thing for him to do, but he does try.
Yesterday, we went to Daddy's kickball game. There were a few other kids there, and he played with them a little bit. He was on the younger side, so the older kids weren't all that nice to him. Apollo didn't seem to care though. He had a grand old time running around the basketball court disrupting their playing. He also was throwing Kirby around like a ball. He loves Kirby, and refused to leave him in the car. Naturally, Kirby was dragged around the field and along the tiny play area.
I gave Lucian a workbook to do for the summer. It was a fairly easy one. It was meant to be between kindergarten and first grade. We told him he could get a prize if he finished it. He did it. I wasn't sure if he would want to do it. He surprised me though. He wasn't always motivated, but if he didn't work on it for awhile I would have him do a page or two. Five pages later he would decide he was done. He made it through the book and picked out a prize. We are now proud owners of two plasma cars (ride on cars). They are pretty fun. When you move the steering wheel back and forth it moves forward. If the steering wheel is flipped and then moved back and forth it moves backward. It can also be moved by foot power. Naturally, we couldn't get one. They both HAD to have one. So, we bought two cars and some rainbow cones. Looks like we will be racing in the near future.
Apollo has been into books and drawing. It's a nice break from eating cat food with Burnie. Everyday, we read a couple books. He mostly points at things and says "what's that?" I'm ecstatic. Since Lucian didn't talk at this age he would point to find objects we'd mention, or point to things he wanted me to say. I don't think most parents understand how nice it is to just have simple things said to you. Truly taken for granted. It's such a different pace. Lucian wasn't usually interested in books. Apollo seems to enjoy it. We also draw together a lot. No piece of paper is safe in this house. We have to move important documents to high places. We utilize all types of material. We use dry erase markers on our mini white boards, we use legal pads with pens, we use coloring books, and rolls of easel paper. He likes markers, crayons, pencils, and pens. He has no problem hiding and stealing them from you too.
As I mentioned earlier, Apollo has been attached to Kirby. We have a lot of mario themed stuffed plushies. Apollo personally loves Kirby and Yoshi. We play plushies almost daily. It used to be a Lucian game, now it seems everyone enjoys it. It's not my favorite, but I love my babies. It's been really great for my imagination. Plus, it's a nice break from playdough (I'm pretty sure it's all dried up) and marble run. I really enjoy marble run. It's fun building him little marble masterpieces. Not fun when he immediately destroys it out of anger. Glad he gained our stubbornness. Insert giant eyeroll here.
Summer is coming to a close and I am sad. We didn't really have one with all the illness and travels. Now my big guy will be going into first grade. My little guy might need to participate in a Mommy and me class. It will make him feel better. Ok, it will make me feel better. I have to snuggle on someone.
Things to look forward to:
October, Visit grandpa, Joe not travelling for work
I know this was long but it's been awhile. Lots of Love.
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