Ethan's 1st Haircut

On October 5th, 2012, Ethan got his 1st haircut. We were trying to hold off as long as possible, cherishing his baby curls. But, the curls began to poke him in the eyes, and itch his ears leading us to the guilt ridden decision...he needs his hair cut.

Here are some "before" shots!

Looking at and talking to my cousin, Jackson!

I know I'm a little biased...but, aren't they the cutest?!?!

So, there you have it...the long curls!!

We called in my sister, "Aunt Sarah," to do the honor! And, what a lovely job she did. Ethan was a trooper, and didn't even fuss!! I guess it helped that we gave him his sippy cup and some raisins to distract him. :)

Whatcha doin' up there, Aunt Sarah?

I think I can reach that paper towel!

Yep, I love the camera!

...and my daddy, and climbing up a slide!

 

 

And, now that I have finally recorded the first haircut, I feel like it has grown out so much he is almost ready for another! :) 

Over the Speed Bump!

We survived! I mean, there IS a hurricaine on the way, but we survived (albeit a few more meltdowns, tears, and bumps on the head) without a funcional Daddy in the home the past 2 weeks. Greg had hernia surgery on Oct. 12th. And, per Dr's orders-  no lifting the kids...or anything heavier than 5-10 lbs. for at least 2 weeks. Even though he hasn't gone to his post-op visit yet (Tuesday! pending the weather!), he is definitely feeling better, and has even cheated a few times and lifted Ethan. I don't know who the past couple weeks were harder on- me, Greg, or the boys. I know they miss his involvement and rough housing. I missed his helping hands with the boys, and having the flexibility to leave him home with the kids while I got out of the house to run to the store or to go for a run. And, I know it killed Greg every time Ethan would stand by his bed and say DA DA DA!!! Or hang on his leg begging to be picked up. And the look I saw on his face everytime Landon just wanted to tackle hug Greg said it all. :( 

But, with a lot of help from family, we did it. I always knew how much of a hands on dad Greg was, but man, these past few weeks put it into true perspective and made me more appreciative. I don't know how any single parent survives.

Here are a few pictures of a few Fall fun activities we were able to get in before Hurricane Sandy hits!

Pumpkin Picking at Duffields Farm

Daddy had a big helper to lift the heavy pumpkins for him!

Such a loving big brother!!

Family photo op, thanks to the kind stranger! :)

Scarecrow museum had lots of fun things to look at!

2 Walking boys holding thier daddy's hands.

 

The Doggone Halloween Parade at Collingswood Manor  AKA Grammie's house!



Bella as Vader & Landon as Obi Wan Kenobi

Greg and his not so little  Yoda

My little padawon!

Grammie as a Princess with Landon & Ethan!

Mommom got to walk in the parade too! Sure takes talent to walk a dog while pushing a stroller and keeping tabs on an active jedi!

 

 

 

We've enjoyed a fun past few days now that Greg is feeling more mobile and active. Looking forward to painting pumpkins later today!!

How Do I Get To Heaven, Mom?

Boy was  I shocked when this question was asked on the way home today! After asking Landon a few questions to "test prior knowledge" (the teacher in me...I couldn't help it), I went into the whole explanation about how everyone makes mistakes and just like you ask mommy and daddy to forgive you, we need to pray and ask Jesus to forgive us from our sins, and ask him to take us to Heaven to live with him. I was trying my best to make the explanation as 3 year old friendly as possible (knowing Landon and most 3 year olds take everything literally...like not saying the words 'ask Jesus to come live into your heart.'), and felt like I had done a pretty okay job. Until...after I was all done, he blurts out in his ever so commanding, know-it-all voice, "No, no, no. That's not the way! You need to drive there! Go this way, mom!" I guess it didn't all sink in. Little by little... :)

Our conversation wasn't over. I couldn't let him think you could actually drive to Heaven, so I continued on.  Some subsequent hilarious questions were posed, like:  Does Jesus live in my house, mom? But, how can He see us, does he have a telescope?  Ah, the mind of a child.

This conversation makes me smile at the thought of all the amazing moments in my "mommy life" to come, and today made me really excited for the day I've been praying for to happen. I am so happy he has already started asking questions, and am so thankful for the opportunity to be able to share the Good News with him. Moments like this remind me of the awesome responsibility yet amazing opportunity we have been given.