Big Daddy spent two days installing the new fence in the backyard. Things are slowing shaping up. Most of the yard is still a giant dust bowl, but on the upside, it only takes 10 minutes to mow rather than an hour and a half. Watching Big Daddy mow with the riding mower is quite amusing, it takes him longer to get it out of the garage than to mow.

Oh Really?

During breakfast this morning, Donny asked me to play a game of hopscotch with him. I asked him who taught him how to play hopscotch and he replied, "Daddy taught me to play at a park in New York City." I think Big Daddy and I need to communicate a bit more.

Great Weekend

What a great weekend! The weather was beautiful and company great. Donny was so happy to have his cousin at the house to play with, his cousin on the other hand is probably tired of hearing her name. The nice weather allowed the kids to play outside most of the weekend. I can't remember having such a nice time outside since we have lived here. Usually, the bugs are so bad we can't stand to be in the yard. I am hoping that all of Big Daddy's hard work is paying off, drainage system in, bugs gone. I have my fingers crossed.

We went for a nice long ride on the fire engine yesterday morning, Abigail's first ride. She fell asleep roughly ten minutes into the ride and woke as we were backing into the driveway. Donny took his nap with Big Daddy, he was so sad when he woke from his nap and the house was empty. However, he was happy to have his bed back last night after letting Grandma have his room for the visit. Yesterday morning, after a very rough night on the blow-up bed, Donny told me, "Next time, Grandma's sleepin' on the couch!" He sounded just like his father.

Something to Say

Donny was not happy with the neighbors last night and he let them know what he thought. They were riding their dirt bikes and the noise is very loud, however they quit when I started to record, so Donny just looks like a crazy little boy.

New Fence

Our yard has been an on going project since the summer of 2005. The latest completed phase is the installation of our new fence. The fence was purchased on Craigslist, but through two different transactions. The post were the first find and a couple weeks later Big Daddy found the rails. Big Daddy is so excited because the entire fence (175 feet) cost less than $800. Normally, I wouldn't talk about the cost, but because we purchased the wood through Craigslist and got such a great deal, I just have to share. You know what they say, "One person's trash, another's treasure."

Abigail's Big Day

Abigail was christened yesterday. She was dressed in the same christening gown her brother, father and Grandmother wore for their christenings. She was a perfect angel, even her brother was on his best behavior. I was a bit worried after the outburst last week, but all went well.

Auggie and his crew joined us after church for drinks, munchies and fun. The kids had a great time playing together. Donny was having so much fun playing, he didn't want to leave his friends. I am praying that is the reason he pulled his pants down, sat on the grass and tried to poo. Big Daddy whisked him to the bathroom in time. When I told him he shouldn't go in the yard he should use the potty, he replied, "Ashley goes in the yard." (Ashley is our dog.)

Sitting Pretty

Abigail really enjoyed sitting with Grandma on the front porch Saturday.

Build-A-Bear or Abigail?

Donny wasn't very happy when he saw Abigail wearing his teddy's fire fighter uniform. For the record, Big Daddy did that to her.

Jumperoo

Abigail has taken to her newest activity quite well.

Happy Easter

Doesn't Donny look angelic in the photo with his cousin Molly? The photo was taken about 20 minutes before Easter service on Sunday. His sweet demeanor was short lived. The plan was simple...after the children's sermon, Donny would go to the nursery with his cousin for the remainder of the church service. What we didn't plan on was the trumpet player accompanying a soprano soloist. About three minutes into her solo, my son put both hands over his ears and announced (quite loudly), "Make the lady stop, she's hurting my ears!"

Wait For Me

As Big Daddy was about to leave for the firehouse today, Donny told him to wait. Donny went into the closet and returned dressed in his turnout gear. "Wait for me Daddy! Now I'm a real fireman and I can come with you." His heart was broken when Daddy had to leave without him. I almost cried myself.