Ferras/Spring Fling

In the tradition of Trisha and I being concert junkies, tonight we went to the Spartanburg Spring Fling then to Barnett Park to see Ferras in concert. Apparently he was on American Idol at some point, and he does have a song on the radio ("Hollywoods Not America"). Trisha and I did NOT know that he would be a solo act, sitting down the entire time strumming on his keyboard, without a band behind him. There were NOT many people there, so few that they practically made us get up from our seats and stand in front of the stage. So few people that at the end of the show, EVERYONE got to meet him and take pictures. We didnt stay at Spring Fling much, walked around briefly with the family. At the end of the night, I had to pee desperately so we stopped into Wild Wings. We took a pic of Trish at the bathroom. Of course we had to take a picture, yes, boredom at its finest!!! Tomorrow is the duck derby!!!! Yeahhhhhh!!!

Dear Heather....

Just posting a quick blog for you to read since I know you are bored to tears in that hospital!!! And I'm also gonna send you a Moose Kiss!!!!:

"Hiiiii!!!!! Get Better Soon!!!!!!! Love You!!!!!!"

What Another Fun Day!!

Thursdays are by far my favorite day!!! As usual, we started the day off by going to the library. Today we brought Ashleys son, Xander, for the fun!! There were alot of kids there today, more than usual. Ethan continued to not want to sit with mommy (he's too cool for that!) but instead walked around (throwing his paci several times, note to self-NO MORE PACI AT THE LIBRARY!!!). When the children were singing "Old MacDonald" Mrs. Nancy handed out animals for the kids to hold. I was so excited when Ethan volunteered himself!!! He ran right up to her pointing his finger, then he even stood up front with all the other kids!!! He also stayed up front while he kids were jingling the bells (thank goodness that only lasts a short period of time!) Love love love the library!!



Then I was the most super fabulous mama ever when I took the kids to Cleveland Park!!!

Then we all met Ashley and then Jeremy for lunch. We were going to eat at Wades, but the line was out the door so we ended up at Hearts in Boiling Springs because we had never eaten there before. I can say my food was good, but how hard is it to mess up a BLT??? After that it was time for some "me maintenance." On the way to the mall, Ethan fell asleep so I put him in the stroller (still asleep) and got my haircut (Ignore my orange face-the lighting was really bad). What a great day!

Sunday Activities

This morning Ethan and I went to his Daddys house to hang out for awhile. Ethan finally got to meet one of Jeremys "friends" (I use that word lightly since the man hadnt laid eyes on him until yesterday.) I think things are going to be okay for all of us, I really do. I know everyone thinks I'm nuts for even speaking to Jeremy, but I mean I thought I was nuts when I quit my job to stay at home and thats working out great for me!!!

After our visit there we went to the hospital to visit Heather (and bring her a frosty-yum!). She continues to look better and better every day!!! Her PT is going well, which is very very exciting!!!! ;-)

Then we went home and relaxed with family. It was a pretty standard Sunday for us!!!

2 Weeks Worth Of Updating

So I am very very behind on updating my blog. Each day I say I will do it later or tomorrow and the next thing I know ,2 weeks have passed!! I need this blog to help me improve on my horrible procrastinating!!

So alot has happened since my last post (of course). I continue to spend every day with Ethan, taking him to the park or the library or to hang out with family and friends . We continue to have an absolute blast. The other day at the library, he was an absolute terror. He wouldnt sit down and took one of the ladies keys and threw them across the room. Yes, I was mortified!!! It didnt help when he scrunched up his nose and smiled at me. Made me forget how mortified I was!! Ethan has also had many bruises, bumps, and scrapes. He has a horrible blister on his hand. Today he knocked the table over and left a mark on his cheek. Later he fell into the same table and now has marks in the corner of his eye. Yesterday he got a hold of the powder out of the bathroom and spilled it everywhere. My angel was covered from head to toe!!! Little adventures from my demon!

Last weekend a friend of mine was in a bad car accident. A man ran a red light and hit her in the drivers side. God was definately watching over her, first she didnt have either of her kids in the car with her, which is rare, and second, right before the accident happened her window got stuck down so when she got hit, the window didnt shatter everywhere. As a result, she has one tiny mark on her face and thats it. I was telling her dad at her sons baseball game last week, she is very independent-definately the most independent, strong willed person I have ever met. This accident is a bump in her road, definately not a road block!!! Get well soon, friend!!! I cant wait to help out and hang out!!!! My calendar is ready for some activity planning!!

My nephew turned one. That was huge for me. I can not believe he's one. The party was fun, decorated in ducks. Joshua did NOT want to eat his cake. Ethan was into everything!! Great family fun!!!

That same night, Missy and I went to a Sex In The City Party. Felt kind of weird wearing a dress to go out in. We werent at the party very long. Way too many college kids crammed into a small space. It was not nearly as much fun as I had anticipated. So Missy and I changed clothes in the parking lot and went downtown, which also sucked. After walking around for about an hour we decided to go home.

My Dad also turned 50 in the last 2 weeks!!! We had his birthday party today, but I could not wait that long to give him his birthday present (a grill) so I gave it to him yesterday. Ethan gave him all the grill utensils. Trisha got him a grill cover. My brother got him some chairs for fishing (their favorite weekend hobby). My uncle and aunt got him an outdoor gazeebo thing for barbeques. My cousin got him a razor. And my mom (God love her) got him a 32 inch flat screen tv. He cried when he opened it, which caused everyone (but Trisha) to tear up. I just love my daddy!!!!

Went to Carsons baseball game. He got the game ball because he is AWESOME at ball!! That game he had 2 doubles and a triple and a bajillion outs!!

Umm what else has happened in the last 2 weeks.....Trisha had her powder puff game yesterday. They lost real real real bad, but she played good!!!

I bought 3 pairs of shoes-in the same day!!! I only spent $35 dollars. I was excited!!!

I found the exact toy box I want for Ethans room. I have to get it tomorrow.

I am pretty sure there is more, but these must be the highlights. I will post pics asap.

Ethans Day Of Culture

Thurdays are definately going to be one of my favorite days as a stay at home mom because the library offers a story time for kids!!! I was very very excited to take Ethan to his first library adventure! Of course we got up just in time to get ready and go. When we walked in, the kids were starting to sing a song that involved doing movements like "clapping your hands" or "nodding your head." Ethan sat on my lap and we played along. Today must have been our lucky day because the 2 books that were read were about ducks-which Ethan loves!!! They sang lots of songs and there was alot of interaction between the kids and the storyteller. Pretty quickly after we got there my "grown" son decided he didnt want to sit on my lap anymore and began venturing off to some kids who were parked in front of the room. He was very friendly with everyone. At the end of the story time, all the kids traced their hands and colored them to make tulips for a board in the room. Ethan didnt seem to mind me tracing his hand (I should have taken our artwork to save!!). We made several friends and will most definately be returning to the library next week!!

As if that wasnt enough of a learning experience for Ethan, tonight was also the talent show for the elementary school students. Ethan was going to now get some culture in singing and dancing and performing!!!! Once again my mommy excitedness kicked in!! At first, Ethan had his elbows up (thats how he dances). Then he became a little restless and finally, halfway through the show, he fell asleep!!! He missed some really amazing kids!!! The show made me want a girl so I can enroll her in some sort of dance class. The girls who tap danced and clogged were my favorites!!!! Maybe Ethan will want to take up playing the guitar. Great great job organizing the talent show Heather!!!! I dont think there was anyone who left that auditorium that wasnt pleased with every performance!!!

Date Night

Today was such a fun day!! This morning Jeremy and I took Ethan to Cleveland Park. Ethan had a blast. He made a new friend and loved chasing all the kids around. As usual, I loved watching Ethan run around the park and make new little friends.

Then once a week Ashley and I have "date night" to ensure we get to spend time together in our crazy hectic lives. We usually hang out at each others houses and do dinner and let our kids play. Tonight we went to Brookwood Park and invited company-grandma and grandpa as well at Heather, Carson, and Ella. We ate pizza and played on the playground. The kids appeared to love playing baseball. Everyone had alot of fun. I spend all week waiting for "date night." It is always so much fun!!!