Ten on Friday

1. So, I'm sitting on my couch, working on my computer (Facebook), and not two feet to the left of me is Ryan STANDING on the coffee table. Standing on tables? Hadn't thoughtof that one. He used his "Cindy-chair" to climb up on the table. Table and chair have now been separated.

2. Ry hearts golf in the same way I heart breakfast tacos. This morning made Rod proud. With shaving cream on his face, he had a grin from ear to ear. Between each swipe of his razor, he'd walk back to Ryan to help reposition him, correct his posture, and help "follow through". I asked Rod, "How psyched are you?"

3. Tomorrow, Ryan will be experiencing Chuck-e-cheese for the first time. If I were a betting woman (which sometimes I am), I'd say that Chuck-e was made for Ryan.

4. Ryan's friend Walker gave him some green Crocs. SCORE. I slapped those shoes on him, and he stood a foot taller. I don't know what it is about Crocs, but this kid LOVES them. We had to go "walk the streets" to test them out. Big hit. I'm going to put the blue pair and green pair side by side and see which he goes for.

5. We're back on antibiotics. Apparently, Ryan's chronic sinusitis never really went away after the third round of antibiotics. So, we're on round four to really knock out the stubborness.

6. I started a new Bible study was some good friends of mine. I LOVE it so far. It's Beth Moore's A Woman's Heart. I've got to get disciplined and do my studies each night. Behind already and it's the first week.

7. MiMi or Nama, can one of you watch Ryan Saturday night? I have a baby shower and Rod's out of town this weekend.

8. The first week in April, Ryan and I are heading out to California to see the Arnolds. I cannot tell you how excited I am about this trip. Rod's going on his "man-cation" (which he termed), so we're heading off to the West coast. My glowing, white body will provide a new source of light out there, saving millions on their electricity bill.

9. Sharla and Abby are out in Seattle visiting Kim and Scott....and, busting at the seams in jealousy. Isn't that horrible?! I'll admit...I get jealous. Doesn't a trip to Seattle with friends, to see a best friend sound sooooo fun?!?!

10. I hope to get a video of Ryan telling the Wiggles bye at the end of each show. It's loud and proud, and full of might.

Ryan's First Rodeo

Ryan said he likes the idea of rodeos. Just don't make him ride ponies.

Stroller rides only please. And, one snack trap of pretzels.

Sweet Hannah Banana Rose Bowl. She was so much fun to watch enjoy the rodeo, the rides, and all the animals.

I could watch Hudson smile, laugh, and pout all day. He is tooo fun!

Pig envy.

The ONLY child trying to climb in with PIGS.

This part of the rodeo trip was the CUTEST. He just stared and stared, and then finally took a seat and scooted up to the cage...and stared and stared some more. He was in awe of the baby chicks.

Five on Friday

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!!

1. TONIGHT....Rod and I are going on a date! Wildfish has been calling my name since it opened. Now, just need to find something fun to wear! I REALLY want to wear my tights with my new boots, but I'm afraid I "won't do it right". And, Rod's never one to be in to the "trendy" fads.

2. Ryan's Valentine to all his classmates is playdough (pink, white, hot pink, and red). Big Lots, five bucks. I'm sure some parents are going to bawk at me giving playdough to kids under the age of two. They'll be two soon!

3. Rod and I have already given our Valentine gifts to each other! We were really on the ball with them. I gave me mine. And, he gave him his.

Here's how it went down....after a few glasses of wine at a Jewelry Party (Stella & Dot), I called Rod and said, "Hi Babe. Just wanted to let you know you don't need to worry about Valentine's. I got it all covered." So, the following day, Rod walks in to the living room. "Hey Cupcake, you don't have to worry about mine either. I took care of it." To my utter dismay, "Oh, really. What is it?" His careful explanation...."Sonterra is having awesome deals on private lessons. So, I couldn't pass them up. No seriously Jessica. You never see these kinds of prices." touche. touche. I would have had that exact conversation with him about something irresponsible.

4. It's so true....your kids get more and more fun as they get older. Ryan is a ball right now! And, HILARIOUS! I can't pinpoint what it is that is so funny about him. He's just got this little personality that is soooo addicting. I have to say, I had a "favorite" moment with him the other day. The two of us laid down (with his blankie) on the floor, and looked out the window to watch the airplanes fly right over us. I think I stared at him more than each anticpated plane. Every once in a while, Ryan would look over at me, and just smile. OH man, this makes my heart feel full.

5. On another note...Ryan got bit by another kid at school yesterday. The teacher said, "I didn't see what happened. Ryan just came up to me and pointed to his arm." It's a definite bite mark. So badly, I wanted to ask which kid. There are some younger kids that just moved up to his classroom, so they're all a little confused, crazy and whiny.

My Subject...and His Shoes

Ryan and I were home Friday after Open Gym. So, when he mandated his "boo shis" be put on, I decided to break out the camera, and practice. Here are a few shots of Ryan in his boo shis that FINALLY fit him. We've been waiting for this day.