So, as always it's been busy.....where do I even begin?
Probably the oldest, biggest event was Alex starting preschool. Josh was in charge of dropping off that day and it did not go well. Alex did NOT want to stay and Josh almost gave in and took him home. By the end of the 2nd week Alex was in love with going to school and wants to go just about everyday. (What a relief!!) This year he is only going 2 days a week, but next year he'll go 3 days a week, and then he's off to public school! Time just goes by too fast.
Halloween was really fun this year. Alex wanted to dress as the Man in the Yellow Hat, from "Curious George" and he wanted Emi to be George, so that is what we did. Emi wasn't crazy about her costume, but she loved all of the candy. Alex on the other hand wore his costume every day for about a week....some nights he even had to wear it to bed.
They both did a great job walking around the block in my parents neighborhood. We made it about three quarters around the block before calling it a night. Alex wasn't as shy as last year and actually said "trick or treat" and "Happy Halloween", except to Grampy, he didn't want to say "trick or treat" to Grampy. Go figure! Emi is never shy, so she was happy to chat with anyone....until she got candy and then it was time to go to the next house.
We had a low-key Thanksgiving this year at my parents' house. Marsha came down and stayed with us for a few days, which was great because Josh and I got to do some Black Friday shopping. The two of us spent Thanksgiving night at a hotel next to Kohl's so we could be there bright and early for all the great deals. Josh even went to the Christmas Tree Shops and didn't kill anyone! Now I'm torn about what to do next year - go with the ladies to Massachusetts or stay home for the Black Friday super sales. Only time will tell......
Christmas was great. The kids are at the age where they really get excited about Santa and the festivities. Santa brought the kids tents for their bedrooms and plenty of other toys to clutter up the house. After opening presents at our house the family, including Marsha, went to my parents for dinner and another round of gift giving with Larry's family. It is sad to think that this may have been our last Christmas in that house. Who knows, maybe we'll get one more there.....
Christmas was followed by a quiet New Year's at our house. You know you're getting old when there is "quiet time" at a New Year's Eve party. Although we did have a good time, some of us even had too good of a time - Mr. Kennedy.
With the start of the new year we got to celebrate Emi's 2nd birthday in January. We has a small family party and just a couple of friends. Emi was so excited that people were coming to see her ..... and give her presents. She especially loved her Dora the Explorer flip out couch that Auntie got her. As soon as she opened it she said "My couch!" and sat right down and put her feet up. Too cute!
February brought Alex's birthday and our first kids-only party. Because of the way the dates fell this year we decided to do a kid party on Valentine's Day, so that all of the parents could take the night and go have a nice dinner and not worry about getting a baby-sitter. (Josh and I had Valentine's Day earlier in the week thanks to Marsha.) Josh and I decorated the house with a ton of balloons and streamers. Alex was so excited that he was having a party. The kids played with play dough and made posters that they decorated with paint, glitter, jewels, buttons, stickers, crayons, and markers. I was surprised how clean the house was after the party, I was expecting a HUGE mess, but they all did very well staying on the poster board.
A few days later Alex had a 2nd party with the family, he got a Cars flip out couch with a built in sleeping bag and a big boy backpack for school. It even has his name on it.
I'll try to get some pictures posted soon, and maybe even another message. We'll see......
Friday, February 19, 2010
Monday, July 13, 2009
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Alex's Special Trip
Josh and I decided it was time to do something special just with Alex. So, on Friday the three of us (Emi and Zoe stayed at camp.) went to Storyland. It was a great day. The weather was perfect and there were a lot of good times.
When we got to Storyland we walked over to the animal area, Alex loved the pigs. He also got to see goats, geese, and a bunny. Then we made our way to the boats and tea cups. We got in line to go on the tea cups, but they were a little loud for Alex. He didn't like all of the clanking, so we went on the carousel instead. We also tried to go on a swan boat ride, but that didn't work out either.
At this point things were moving pretty slowly, we were beginning to have our doubts, so we headed over to the antique cars. It was a good move. Josh waited in line, while Alex and I sat nearby to have a snack. When we finished our snack we met Josh in line. Alex was very excited to drive the car, and he did a good job driving.....that is until he saw a cow. After the cars, we took a train trip around the park. Alex was wanted to go on the Polar Coaster, I was surprised that he like it so much after the Tea Cups incident.
After lunch we headed over to the Log Flume. This was Alex's favorite ride, we ended up going on it twice. We also went on the River Rapids. It was a perfect ride, just the right amount of water, enough to cool down, but not to get soaked.
Then we went into a giant room full of foam balls that you can vacuum up and shoot out of air guns. I thought we were going to spend the rest of the day in there. Alex didn't want to leave.....until we told him he could go on more rides. We finished up our afternoon with the Twisting Turtles and the Flying Fish.
We left the park around 4:30 and made our way to Boston. (The city really needs to work on its signage.....or mapquest needs to update its directions.) When we got to the hotel we had a quick diner, (The new Kentucky Grilled Chicken is pretty good.) and a swim in the pool.
On Saturday we took the T from the hotel to the Aquarium. Alex LOVED the aquarium. He was really excited about the sharks, but also liked the turtles, penguins, and seals. Once he saw everything he was ready to go, so we headed home.
It was a great trip, we all had a wonderful time and look forward to more trips in the future. I'll be posting pictures as soon as Josh gets them off of his phone.
When we got to Storyland we walked over to the animal area, Alex loved the pigs. He also got to see goats, geese, and a bunny. Then we made our way to the boats and tea cups. We got in line to go on the tea cups, but they were a little loud for Alex. He didn't like all of the clanking, so we went on the carousel instead. We also tried to go on a swan boat ride, but that didn't work out either.
At this point things were moving pretty slowly, we were beginning to have our doubts, so we headed over to the antique cars. It was a good move. Josh waited in line, while Alex and I sat nearby to have a snack. When we finished our snack we met Josh in line. Alex was very excited to drive the car, and he did a good job driving.....that is until he saw a cow. After the cars, we took a train trip around the park. Alex was wanted to go on the Polar Coaster, I was surprised that he like it so much after the Tea Cups incident.
After lunch we headed over to the Log Flume. This was Alex's favorite ride, we ended up going on it twice. We also went on the River Rapids. It was a perfect ride, just the right amount of water, enough to cool down, but not to get soaked.
Then we went into a giant room full of foam balls that you can vacuum up and shoot out of air guns. I thought we were going to spend the rest of the day in there. Alex didn't want to leave.....until we told him he could go on more rides. We finished up our afternoon with the Twisting Turtles and the Flying Fish.
We left the park around 4:30 and made our way to Boston. (The city really needs to work on its signage.....or mapquest needs to update its directions.) When we got to the hotel we had a quick diner, (The new Kentucky Grilled Chicken is pretty good.) and a swim in the pool.
On Saturday we took the T from the hotel to the Aquarium. Alex LOVED the aquarium. He was really excited about the sharks, but also liked the turtles, penguins, and seals. Once he saw everything he was ready to go, so we headed home.
It was a great trip, we all had a wonderful time and look forward to more trips in the future. I'll be posting pictures as soon as Josh gets them off of his phone.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
4th of July Weekend
Well another 4th of July has come and gone.....
The kids, dog and I went to camp on Friday, (Josh had to work) we spent the day getting ready for company on Saturday. Alex has discovered fishing, he has caught a couple small fish, but if you ask him they're big. He also loves boat rides, and is always asking to go on a ride.
Saturday the gang made there way to camp, some of them even braved the hail and pouring rain. Overall it was a good day, just a couple of strong showers that passed fairly quickly. The kids enjoyed playing in the water, smores, and sparklers. Alex liked the fireworks around the lake until the neighbors set some off; they were a little close and he got scared. The rest of the group liked them as they went off right over our heads.
Sunday the kids and I stayed at camp for some more fun in the sun. Alex and Grampie did some fishing and we all enjoyed lunch out on the dock. Josh was good and headed home to mow the lawn (the yard doesn't look like a jungle anymore!) and then he went to play disc golf with the boys.
The kids, dog and I went to camp on Friday, (Josh had to work) we spent the day getting ready for company on Saturday. Alex has discovered fishing, he has caught a couple small fish, but if you ask him they're big. He also loves boat rides, and is always asking to go on a ride.
Saturday the gang made there way to camp, some of them even braved the hail and pouring rain. Overall it was a good day, just a couple of strong showers that passed fairly quickly. The kids enjoyed playing in the water, smores, and sparklers. Alex liked the fireworks around the lake until the neighbors set some off; they were a little close and he got scared. The rest of the group liked them as they went off right over our heads.
Sunday the kids and I stayed at camp for some more fun in the sun. Alex and Grampie did some fishing and we all enjoyed lunch out on the dock. Josh was good and headed home to mow the lawn (the yard doesn't look like a jungle anymore!) and then he went to play disc golf with the boys.
Josh, Alex, and I will be making a trip to Storyland and the New England Aquarium soon, stay posted for pictures.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Life Since January...
So I guess it is time to get caught up....
In February we celebrated Alex's 3rd birthday. We didn't have a big party, but it was still a good time. Alex was excited because he had three birthdays. One with just me, Josh, Emi, and Alex; one with us and the Farrars and Mimi, and another one with the Irvings. I hope he doesn't expect four parties next year. We got him a beta fish, which he loves to feed, but won't name. If we ask what the fish's name is he just shrugs his shoulders.
Josh, Marsha, and I went to see John Edward at Merrill Auditorium. We didn't get to talk to any dead people, but it was amazing to watch. It really make you wonder.....
March was a quiet month, just the usual....work, home, work, home, etc. As April rolled around, we celebrated Easter at my parent's house with a nice dinner. Marsha came down and spent the weekend with us too. The Easter Bunny was especially generous this year. Alex got a bike and Emi got a wagon, in addition to candy, clothes, and movies. It was like a mini-Christmas.
May was filled with wedding activities as the Hibbard - Cote wedding approached. Josh was a groomsmen in the wedding and I preformed the ceremony. I was very nervous, but once the ceremony started I was ok. The wedding was outside at Spring Meadow Golf Course in Gray. The ceremony went well, even when the Best Man dropped Sarah's ring, and the Maid of Honor forgot Derrick's ring! All was well as Derrick had his grandfather's ring, and Sarah's ring was recovered without incident. It was a very cute and funny moment that will be told in stories again and again.
The reception was also at Spring Meadow. There was a wonderful dinner and dancing that lasted into the night. After the reception the Farrar's hosted an after-party. I'm sure it was a great time, but by then I was pretty tired and took advantage of the couch to catch some zzzz's before Josh and I took the bride and groom back to the hotel.
In June Josh and I took our first vacation in years. Without the kids. We left on a Friday and drove to Connecticut, spent the night, and then drove to Philadelphia the following day. We spent two nights in Phili, it was a great time. We went to all of the tourist sights including the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. (You know, where Nicolas Cage found the glasses so he could read the treasure map.) It is amazing to be in the same place that our Founding Fathers were when they debated and signed the Declaration of Independence. We also saw Congress Hall which is were John Adams was sworn in a president.
While we were in Philadelphia we stayed at the historic Penn's View Hotel. It was a wonderful hotel. Our room was huge and we had a jacuzzi tub. They also served a buffet breakfast every morning which was yummy. On Saturday night we went to the Omni IMAX and saw Star Trek. I actually think the screen was too big. I had to keep turning my head so I wouldn't miss anything.
On Monday we left Philadelphia for Washington D.C. We stayed at the Latham Hotel in Georgetown, it is a "boutique" hotel. It was a nice place, but we like the Penn's View better. Our first night there we took a bus tour of the monuments at night. It was really pretty to see all of the monuments lit up. Tuesday we went to Arlington National Cemetery and saw JFK's grave and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The precision of the Guards is an amazing thing to watch. In the afternoon we had a tour of the Capital building. We also had our picture taken with Susan Collins, and road the mini-train from the Senate Office Building to the Capital Building. Wednesday we got up early and hiked around the Mall and Tidal Basin so we could check out all of the monuments. After that we went to the Natural History Museum and the Air & Space Museum, both were impressive. I especially liked the Air & Space Museum. We rode in a flight simulator, I'm a much better gunman than Josh is a pilot. (He might not agree, but he's not writing this.) It was also neat to see the space capsules from the Mercury and Apollo missions. On Thursday we were going to go to the Holocaust Museum, but it was closed do to a shooting. (I'm sure you saw coverage on the news.) So instead of the museum we went the Ford's Theater. The theater is still in use today, and they keep Lincoln's balcony the same as when he was assassinated. On Friday morning were got up early and were on the road home by 7:30. We (Josh) drove straight through to Maine. We only stopped for gas and food. We made great time and seemed to avoid rush hours in all of the major cities. We arrived home around 5 or 5:30.
Saturday we drove up to Augusta to get the kids and dog. It was so good to see them after a week apart!!!
Since getting back from our vacation we haven't done much, just the usual....work, home, work, home, etc. Although last weekend Josh and I bought a time share. What's a little more debt, right? So now we have to plan for our next vacation, this time I think we'll take the kids.
The 4th is coming up and I'm looking forward to seeing everyone at Auntie's camp, it will be a blast as long as the rain holds off. Keep your fingers crossed.
So I'll try to write again soon, and by soon I mean within the next six months.
In February we celebrated Alex's 3rd birthday. We didn't have a big party, but it was still a good time. Alex was excited because he had three birthdays. One with just me, Josh, Emi, and Alex; one with us and the Farrars and Mimi, and another one with the Irvings. I hope he doesn't expect four parties next year. We got him a beta fish, which he loves to feed, but won't name. If we ask what the fish's name is he just shrugs his shoulders.
Josh, Marsha, and I went to see John Edward at Merrill Auditorium. We didn't get to talk to any dead people, but it was amazing to watch. It really make you wonder.....
March was a quiet month, just the usual....work, home, work, home, etc. As April rolled around, we celebrated Easter at my parent's house with a nice dinner. Marsha came down and spent the weekend with us too. The Easter Bunny was especially generous this year. Alex got a bike and Emi got a wagon, in addition to candy, clothes, and movies. It was like a mini-Christmas.
May was filled with wedding activities as the Hibbard - Cote wedding approached. Josh was a groomsmen in the wedding and I preformed the ceremony. I was very nervous, but once the ceremony started I was ok. The wedding was outside at Spring Meadow Golf Course in Gray. The ceremony went well, even when the Best Man dropped Sarah's ring, and the Maid of Honor forgot Derrick's ring! All was well as Derrick had his grandfather's ring, and Sarah's ring was recovered without incident. It was a very cute and funny moment that will be told in stories again and again.
The reception was also at Spring Meadow. There was a wonderful dinner and dancing that lasted into the night. After the reception the Farrar's hosted an after-party. I'm sure it was a great time, but by then I was pretty tired and took advantage of the couch to catch some zzzz's before Josh and I took the bride and groom back to the hotel.
In June Josh and I took our first vacation in years. Without the kids. We left on a Friday and drove to Connecticut, spent the night, and then drove to Philadelphia the following day. We spent two nights in Phili, it was a great time. We went to all of the tourist sights including the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. (You know, where Nicolas Cage found the glasses so he could read the treasure map.) It is amazing to be in the same place that our Founding Fathers were when they debated and signed the Declaration of Independence. We also saw Congress Hall which is were John Adams was sworn in a president.
While we were in Philadelphia we stayed at the historic Penn's View Hotel. It was a wonderful hotel. Our room was huge and we had a jacuzzi tub. They also served a buffet breakfast every morning which was yummy. On Saturday night we went to the Omni IMAX and saw Star Trek. I actually think the screen was too big. I had to keep turning my head so I wouldn't miss anything.
On Monday we left Philadelphia for Washington D.C. We stayed at the Latham Hotel in Georgetown, it is a "boutique" hotel. It was a nice place, but we like the Penn's View better. Our first night there we took a bus tour of the monuments at night. It was really pretty to see all of the monuments lit up. Tuesday we went to Arlington National Cemetery and saw JFK's grave and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The precision of the Guards is an amazing thing to watch. In the afternoon we had a tour of the Capital building. We also had our picture taken with Susan Collins, and road the mini-train from the Senate Office Building to the Capital Building. Wednesday we got up early and hiked around the Mall and Tidal Basin so we could check out all of the monuments. After that we went to the Natural History Museum and the Air & Space Museum, both were impressive. I especially liked the Air & Space Museum. We rode in a flight simulator, I'm a much better gunman than Josh is a pilot. (He might not agree, but he's not writing this.) It was also neat to see the space capsules from the Mercury and Apollo missions. On Thursday we were going to go to the Holocaust Museum, but it was closed do to a shooting. (I'm sure you saw coverage on the news.) So instead of the museum we went the Ford's Theater. The theater is still in use today, and they keep Lincoln's balcony the same as when he was assassinated. On Friday morning were got up early and were on the road home by 7:30. We (Josh) drove straight through to Maine. We only stopped for gas and food. We made great time and seemed to avoid rush hours in all of the major cities. We arrived home around 5 or 5:30.
Saturday we drove up to Augusta to get the kids and dog. It was so good to see them after a week apart!!!
Since getting back from our vacation we haven't done much, just the usual....work, home, work, home, etc. Although last weekend Josh and I bought a time share. What's a little more debt, right? So now we have to plan for our next vacation, this time I think we'll take the kids.
The 4th is coming up and I'm looking forward to seeing everyone at Auntie's camp, it will be a blast as long as the rain holds off. Keep your fingers crossed.
So I'll try to write again soon, and by soon I mean within the next six months.
Saturday, January 17, 2009
The Long Over-due Update
Life has been very busy during the last year.......
Over the summer Josh started fencing in the yard. Now Zoe is free to roam a large chunk of the back yard without having to be on a leash. Josh has started working on the guest room, hopefully it won't take forever to finish. He made great progress last weekend....only a little bit of wiring and one wall to sheetrock then it's mine to finish. The only problem now is where to put all of the stuff we had been keeping in that room.
I'm enjoying my new job. I completed my first insurance class and have started my second class. I hope to have 2 additional courses completed by 2010. Once I've completed those courses I'll have to decide if I want to take underwriting classes or claims classes. I'm in no rush.....right now I love not having the responsibilities (and worries) that came with my previous jobs.
Alex is wonderful. He is keeping us BUSY. Potty training is going well, although lately he has had a few accidents. He as also started talking - finally! Although as most parents will tell you, once they start they don't stop......
Emi is also doing great. She started walking at 9 months old, just like her brother. I was hoping that she would wait a few more months, but she didn't think that was a good idea. Now that she has mastered walking, she has begun climbing. Josh found her on top of the play table last week (it's only 2 feet high), she was so proud of herself.
The holidays were wonderful. This year I went on the annual Burlington shopping trip and look forward to going again next year. Christmas was, as always, great....the children were thoroughly spoiled. It was also great to see everyone at the several holiday parties this year. New Year's was not very eventful for us. Josh ended up working from home most of the night and I was in bed at 9:30....the excitement never ends with us!
Soon we will be celebrating Emi's 1st birthday and Dedication, and Alex's birthday is right around the corner. I'll try to be more diligent about my postings; hopefully you won't have to wait another five months for an update.
Alex's new bed
Christmas.....
Halloween 
Emi is ready to go clubing in her leopord print outfit!
Feeding the animals at Pumpkinland....
Checking out the monster fire truck....
Emi playing
Emi wearing mommy's nightgown from when she was a baby.
Check out the new wheels...Thanks Grampie!!!!!
Over the summer Josh started fencing in the yard. Now Zoe is free to roam a large chunk of the back yard without having to be on a leash. Josh has started working on the guest room, hopefully it won't take forever to finish. He made great progress last weekend....only a little bit of wiring and one wall to sheetrock then it's mine to finish. The only problem now is where to put all of the stuff we had been keeping in that room.
I'm enjoying my new job. I completed my first insurance class and have started my second class. I hope to have 2 additional courses completed by 2010. Once I've completed those courses I'll have to decide if I want to take underwriting classes or claims classes. I'm in no rush.....right now I love not having the responsibilities (and worries) that came with my previous jobs.
Alex is wonderful. He is keeping us BUSY. Potty training is going well, although lately he has had a few accidents. He as also started talking - finally! Although as most parents will tell you, once they start they don't stop......
Emi is also doing great. She started walking at 9 months old, just like her brother. I was hoping that she would wait a few more months, but she didn't think that was a good idea. Now that she has mastered walking, she has begun climbing. Josh found her on top of the play table last week (it's only 2 feet high), she was so proud of herself.
The holidays were wonderful. This year I went on the annual Burlington shopping trip and look forward to going again next year. Christmas was, as always, great....the children were thoroughly spoiled. It was also great to see everyone at the several holiday parties this year. New Year's was not very eventful for us. Josh ended up working from home most of the night and I was in bed at 9:30....the excitement never ends with us!
Soon we will be celebrating Emi's 1st birthday and Dedication, and Alex's birthday is right around the corner. I'll try to be more diligent about my postings; hopefully you won't have to wait another five months for an update.
Alex's new bed
Christmas.....
Emi in her cute pink dress
Halloween
Alex was Winnie the Pooh and Emi was Tinkerbell.
Emi is ready to go clubing in her leopord print outfit!
Feeding the animals at Pumpkinland....
Checking out the monster fire truck....
Emi playing
Emi wearing mommy's nightgown from when she was a baby.
Check out the new wheels...Thanks Grampie!!!!!
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