Happy "Golden" birthday to Tio John also known as, the International Man of Mystery, The Johnald, Hot Boy Johnald, Johnny Nomad or Jo-No. Last night we celebrated "you." We had a nice dinner followed by a "surprise" party with cake and ice cream. (The "surprise" part was Griffin's idea. During the day he told us that when Tio came over we would all go and hide and yell... "sa-prize!")
Here we are after dinner with bellies full of catfish.
The boys standing in front of the "beware of alligator" sign.
This was moments before we realized that the sign was not just a prop.
Tio and Erika totally "sa-prized" when we all jumped out
and yelled "sa-prize!"
Make a wish!
Griff hanging with his idol... Tio.
Tio~ we wish you a very happy birthday. May all of your wishes come true!
I had a rough week.
I just sat for a second and it didn't take me very long
to remember the many
"Reasons that I smile."
This morning my tiny tornadoes pulled the toy baskets out from under the television set. Griffin looked at me and said, "take ticture momee, pease, pease, pease..." YES INDEED! Nothing would please me more. :) These are the quick pics that I got of 2 boys. I love everything about these pictures.
Last night Griff conked his head. He asked for a "nan-naid" to make it, "all bett-er." Happy to say that the patch of hair that came off with the nan-naid wasn't too big. :)
Here is Griff helping to unload the dishwasher. He is going through a very independent stage right now. I hear "I do it by self" in a sing song sweet voice all day long. He now wants to dominate assist me with everything. He insists on dressing himself without ANY help. So what if his pants are on backwards tucked inside his undies with his head coming out of an arm hole? I am so proud that he gave it his all!
Roman has also started his break towards independence. This is really a tough stage. I remember it very vividly from our first time around. Not a baby anymore, but not quite a toddler. Still needing Mommy, but wanting to flex his muscle of independence. I have accepted that laundry and dishes will not be done while he is awake. The bad good news is my chores will ALWAYS hang around until later. Chores sure are persistent little boogers! :)
The other night Kenton corrected Griff for something. Griff quickly came back with, "Wats the big idea?" OH MY GOODNESS. Discipline is tough enough. Do they really have to be so stinkin' cute?!?
"Wats the big idea" has become a widely used phrase by Griff thank you Imagination Movers. I smile every time he throws it into conversation. For example. The other day we pulled up to our house and a friend's car was parked in the driveway. "Hey momee, wats the big idea?" See.... it made you smile too!
Another current favorite phrase is, "wats goin on in here?" Ex. He walked into our bedroom and a piece of furniture was moved. "Wats goin on in here?"
Griff is into spelling everything. I love when he sees the letter "G" placed in a word. Example: D-O-G for Grippin A-G for Grippin-A-I-N. Regardless of the placement in the word "G" is always followed by "for Grippin."
We say grace before every meal. The other day during grace Roman grabbed my hand to hold hands like the rest of us. THAT was a moment that made my heart skip a beat. He now holds hands and prays with our family. At the end he lets out his utterance for "Amen." Proof that these precious child that we are loaned to raise pay attention to every word and action. Encouragement to lead by example.
We are so amazed by Griffin's progress. Just a few months ago he barely spoke and put together 2 word utterances. Wow.... his progression is AMAZING. Every day he throws in new words and phrases. He is such a smart and good boy. We are so proud of him!
Griffin has been cracking us up lately. He amazes us with the words that come out of his mouth. We often look at each other and wonder where in the world did that come from? The other day we had music on so we could dance. He started dancing around and yelling "rock and roll.... rock and roll!"
I couldn't stop laughing. "Rock and roll" came out of no where. I mean we love music, but "rock and roll" is not a word that we use in conversation around the house?
Fast forward a few days later... Griff pulled out his cajun drum kit (pot, pans, and wooden spoons) and set them up on his table. He started banging on the pots and singing "rock and roll, rock and roll." Thank goodness I had my camera handy to catch this precious moment. Once he finished his "show" he bowed and said, "thank you, thank you, thank you!" Seriously.... just when you think that they can NOT possibly be any funnier!
Griff and his very first "rock and roll" concert.
He added more drums to his drum kit. I guess he had a fever for a little more cowbell?
This was my favorite part of the afternoon. Satch walked in on this awesome show! Like the amazing daddy
that he is he grabbed some sticks and join in on the fun.
NEVER to be outdone, Baby Bear beat on his own drum.
Because the pictures do not do the concert justice.
I am blessed with a wonderful family and a great life. I am the mother to 3 precious boys and the wife to a great guy. This blog is about our journey through life through this Momma's eyes.
Griff has one speed... FAST! His smile lights up the room and I love his heart. Griff loves superheroes, putting on magic shows, and making a mess!
Roman {Baby Bear}
Roman is OH SO lovable. He loves to laugh, play with others, and makes us laugh all day long. Baby Bear loves to cook, garbage trucks, superheroes, and babies.
Cohen {CoCo}
Cohen has us all wrapped around his tiny little finger. He is such a good baby and loves to be held ALL DAY LONG. His dimple will melt you.
