Molly's Party

After Donny's game, we headed to Westchester to attend cousin Molly's birthday party.   The party theme was model/runway.  The children were taught a dance, taught how to pose and walk the runway.  I think Aunt Kee-Kee and I had the best time just watching the kids interact with the instructor.

Abigail, Donny and Molly doing their best model pose.

Opening Day

Donny's opening day for T-ball was Saturday. We had to be at the park at 7:30 to line up for the opening day parade. I really wanted to be sitting in my chair drinking a cup of coffee in my PJ's, but in the end it wasn't so bad. It was a bit chilly when we left however once the sun was over the mountain it started to warm up. The team did well for their first game. I am hoping that after a few games the entire team will learn not to run for the ball and end up in a large pile on the field.

Pleassssse

Abigail fell asleep on the couch and Donny was beside himself. "Pleassse let me hold her. Can I, please?"    Donny sat with her on his lap for about one minute and the magic wore off.

Picture Day

Abigail did not change her mind about what she was going to wear for picture day.  I asked her several times to see if she might change her mind, but no, the Alice in Wonderland dress would be making its debut at school.  She even pulled out the satin gloves to complete the outfit, although I'm not sure if Alice wore gloves.

We give Abigail's best friend Liam a ride to school since it is on our way.  On the way to pick him up, Abigail was discussing the other children in her class.  "Oh, I hope the other girls and boys are wearing dresses and are handsome."  I told her it wasn't going to be like last Friday's photo shoot and that the boys were most likely not be wearing tuxedos.  She didn't seem fazed by anything I had to say. 

She was thrilled when I opened the door and she saw Liam.  He was dressed in  his best.   The two of them chatted about their outfits for the remainder of the ride.  Liam asked Abigail, "What do those gloves feel like on your hands?"  She replied, "Very nice."   Then he added, "Well, my pants are very comfy.  Hey look, we are both wearing shiny black shoes."  It went on and on.  I want to wire the car so I can record their conversations.

He's Got Rhythm?

Sorry, but you will need to tilt your head to watch this one.

Hound Dog

Abigail and Donny were having a dance party and Donny requested to hear Hound Dog by Elvis.  I was using a radio app on my phone that will sometimes play the song you request and then again it will play what it wants.  I did a search for Hound Dog and Fun, Fun, Fun started to play.  The kids were in full dance mode when all of the sudden Donny stopped and said, "Hey wait a minute.  This isn't Elvis, it's the Beach Boys."  How the hell did he know that?  Probably the same way he can identify the Four Freshmen when he hears one of their songs.  He's really 68 years old.

Spring Photos

Donny finally came home with his class photo today.  He is so proud of the photo that he displayed it in his window.  Oddly enough, he has spring photos taken tomorrow.  I asked him what he wanted to wear and he said a tuxedo.  Thank heavens we don't own one and he doesn't know that one can be rented.  I think we came up with a suitable outfit, if I can just get him to the bus before he changes his mind.  And then there is Abigail.  Her school photos are taken Friday.  I asked her if she wanted to wear a pretty dress and she said, "Yes, I think I will wear the Alice in Wonderland dress."  Not what I had in mind and apparently my face said what I was thinking because she quickly added, "You let Donny wear George Washington."  Stay tuned, I'm sure it will get better.

Triple D

On the way to school this morning, I asked Abigail if there was anything special she wanted for dinner.  "Corned beef," she replied.  I think I make her watch too much Diners, Drive-ins and Dives on the Food Network.

Advice

We were leaving Donny's swim lesson today and Donny looked into the equipment room.  There were several people working out.  Donny said, "Hey Mama, you need that.  It could really help you."  "Thanks son."

Flower Girl

Abigail was invited to participate in a mock wedding photo shoot for the May edition of Model Life Magazine.  I am so proud of her!!  She was such a little lady today. Abigail was a good listener and so well behaved.  Her day started at 9:30 when she sat in the chair to have her hair done and the day ended at 3:00. She enjoyed herself and was thrilled when she was told she could keep her dress. Well done, my little princess. Did I mention I am proud of her?

   

(Gaplin Studio handled the photography and the dress and headpiece is by  MelissaJane Boutique. Hair Design by Jenny Puglisi Studio 454)

Open House

Donny, Abigail and I attended the Open House at Donny's school tonight. He had his outfit planned and ready to go, he even had a travel hairbrush in his pocket in case his hair needed to be fixed. As we were walking to the building, Abigail picked a dandelion and gave it to Donny for his lapel.  He couldn't fit it in the button hole, so he tossed it aside and said to Abigail, "I don't need a flower, I have you."  I almost cried.  Donny went through his check list and showed us all the different areas of his classroom and school.  He was so proud and his mama and sister were very proud of him.

Daredevil

Fire Ride

Big Daddy gave Donny a ride to the bus this morning.

I'm back

I spent last week with Mom in Charlotte working on a project. We were very busy and the project started shortly after we arrived at the airport. I'm very proud of Mom, she worked very hard and didn't complain at all. Everything went very well until I got to the airport and flipped my mental switch to off.  Mom and I were sitting at her gate when I realized that I returned my personal keys with the rental car.  It all worked out in the end, but DAMN, we almost pulled off the perfect trip.  Good job Mom~!!!!

Happy Easter!

Abigail, Donny and cousin Molly before church.

Abigail and Uncle Jim up to no good.

Nora works very hard every holiday to provide the most beautiful and delicious desserts.  Okay, maybe she cheats a little but we love to give her credit for all the hard work.  Go Nora!!!!

Easter Eggs

More Cousins

Cousins

The cousins are here for a few days and the kids couldn't be happier. I broke all Donny's bedtime rules last night because he and his cousin Elaini were playing so well in his room. They were drawing up plans for today's playtime. I honestly have never seen four children who get along so well.  The four adults couldn't believe we were able to finish not just one sentence but several conversations.  We will see what today brings.

Abigail's Surprise

I left Abigail in the tub for about thirty seconds to help Donny.  "Mommmmy, come here. I have a surprise for you."  I returned to the bathroom to find Abigail holding her hands behind her back smiling a big toothy grin.  "Mommy, watch I have a surprise for you."  She brought her hands forward and told me to watch. I wasn't quite sure what I was waiting for and then they started to flow around her tummy...little, round, brown turdlettes.  "I POOPED!  And they float, watch."  Thank you Abigail for surprising me with an added chore of disinfecting the bathroom at 7:30 in the evening.