Oatmeal Man

"L" loves oatmeal, and by love it -- we are talking two-bowls-a-morning-type-love!  Needless to say, I need to remember to tell his teachers that he enjoyed oatmeal that morning because there are usually more diapers than normal!

I try to limit "L" in his oatmeal intake, but fits usually ensue.  This picture was snapped after the second bowl was consumed.  As you can see, oatmeal eating is a very messy endeavor.  Immediately following this snap, his placed the empty bowl on top of his head.  I have heard that oatmeal is good for your hair ;).  So, the way to "L's" heart appears to be oatmeal!

Party Time

"K" has really been a busy party goer recently.  Lots of birthdays to celebrate, and each party has had its own unique personality!  This party featured gymnastics fun and cake, ice cream and juice.  Let's just say "K" was a bit on sugar overload.

The juice and the ice cream were sure a hit, and well, the cake was virtually untouched.  The party favors included stickers, a small plastic slinky and a hot pink elastic bracelet.  "K" has been sleeping with his bracelet each night, and insists on taking it to and from school each day.  Wow, would have thought that the bracelet would become the most memorable favor?

Potty Time

"K" is not really sold on the whole potty experience right now.  Actually, he told us that he was not planning to use the potty any more.  He was, "done with that."  My first thought was, what!?!  However, I decided that eventually, he would come around.

"L" on the other hand, really wants to sit on the potty, but does not know what should actually happen while there.  He is into throwing paper in, and flushing.  Yes, the flushing part is quite attractive.  So, I figured, well, we must capitalize on the "wanting to sit."  Will my New Year's resolution of having "K" potty trained come true? 

Gardening Gurus

"K" has really gotten into the garden experience this year.  He is so excited to help plant the seeds and the seedlings.  Actually, if Mr. Fixit tells him we will be planting watermelon tonight, he remembers.  As we are driving home from childcare, he asks me, "Mommy, when are we planting watermelon?"

"L," on the other hand, is the unplanter.  He believes it is his duty to pull the plants out, or step on them.  I am not sure where he acquired this notion, but it sure is hard on the plants!  So, usually, "K" helps Mr. Fixit and "L" and I head to the sandbox.  I look forward to watching our garden grow, and "K's" excitement too!

Reading with Dad

Both boys truly love books!  We read each night, while on the potty (if I can get them to sit that long) and at church.  "L" received a new book for Easter, and he absolutely loves this book.  It has been selected as a "read at church" book for the past month.  So, it definitely is a favorite.

Recently after "L" had his snack, he wanted to read his new book with Mr. Fixit.  That is the photo that is captured here.  I look forward to capturing many reading memories for years to come!

Party Time

The last few months have truly been a birthday bliss for "K."  Lots of friends have been celebrating birthdays, and well, Mr. Fixit and I must be the only parents not doing birthday parties for our kids.  So, "K" has really had fun playing at the parties!

This party pic features a bounce house.  He was not sure about the whole experience at first, and I had to bounce with him.  However, once he got comfortable, he had a great time!  The day at the park was gorgeous, so the kids certainly had a blast!

Easter Truck

Easter is definitely a fun holiday for kids in Mr. Fixit's family!  The family "egg" (aka "stuff") hunt definitely will be a memory that will be fun for the boys to gain each year.  The only disadvantage to this family fun -- is what should we, as the "Easter Bunny," do for the boys? 

We don't want to become "stuff" focused on this important day.  So, this year, each boy received a wood truck and new crayons.  It was low-key, but still marked the joy of the day.  As they get older, my plan is to do some type of art supply item for that day.  I think it will be a fantastic way to recognize the "Creator" who made our lives possible!

Miss Mommy Tree

We recently celebrated our 4th wedding anniversary.  Wow, who would have thought that 4 years could go by so quickly?  I just remember high school seeming like an eternity, and these past 4 years have certainly moved very fast!  Mr. Fixit decided to mark our day - and Mother's Day - with a new addition -- a Redbud tree!

I mentioned a few weeks ago that I really loved Redbuds, and thought that some day, it would be nice to get one.  Mr. Fixit purchased one, and enlisted the help of his two boys to help.  The "help" part may have been a little laid back, but they had fun just the same.

"K" has been calling me "Miss Mommy" for some time now.  I think the whole school thing has been rubbing off!  So, Mr. Fixit decided to call the tree the "Miss Mommy Tree."  It sits right outside our dining room window.  So excited to watch this tree grow as our family grows!

Mom & Boys

Mr. Fixit insisted on snapping a photo of the boys and I, after I snapped one of them.  I am really bad about getting a picture with all of us in it, and Mr. Fixit said that some day -- the boys will wonder where I was when they look back at pictures!  So, one of my goals is a family picture some time this year!

As you can see, "L" was ready to dash off (after snagging Mr. Fixit's hat) and "K" was ready to go check out his bucket contents.  So, not a super stellar pic, but a fun one just the same.  Hope your Easter celebrations were truly awesome too!