ordinary days

I realize that my blog does make our days seem extremely glamorous.  In an effort to "keep it real", I give you these photos of C working on his Reading Eggs activities while wearing his favorite t-shirt.  Low key and relaxed - what can I say?  That's how we roll.

winterfest

C's class performed at the preschool Winterfest again this year. I was under the weather, but Daddy A videotaped the program for me. Here's one selection, just for you!

Snow Ball
I made myself a snow ball as perfect as could be
I thought I'd keep it as a pet and let it sleep with me
I made it some pajamas and a pillow for it's head
Then, last night it ran away
But first -- it wet the bed.
Shel Silverstein

Bring It On! The Musical

In early February, Bring It On! The Musical came to our local auditorium.  P was interested in seeing the show after spending last year on the competitive cheerleading circuit.  C, of course, loves anything involving the stage.  P donned his cheer jacket from the National Championships 2013 and we headed out.

The boys rode the elevator a few times... just for fun.

P got to go backstage and see a few of the stunts while the cast was practicing.  We did eventually settle into our seats.  The show was awesome.  All four of us enjoyed the evening!

the belts of purple

At the end of January, P was ready to test for his purple belt.  C wasn't quite ready to test for his orange belt, but he was able to test for a white belt with a colored stripe, which was supposed to signify that he had gained some knowledge of the white belt curriculum but hadn't mastered all of it yet.  I think it actually signified that I have a willingness to open my wallet far more often than I ought.  Anyway, C chose a purple stripe belt both to match P's purple belt and because "purple is my favorite color of all the belt options".  I'll let y'all decide which reason held more weight.

P and C showed their self defense, sparring, and form skills and graduated to new levels!

C stopped for a high five from P when he was on the way to receive his new belt.  It was a "mom moment" for me... and I may frame this photo and gaze at it adoringly when the summer bickering starts.

Way to go, boys! Daddy and I are proud of your hard work. :)

Let it Snow!

perhaps we should stick to the blue squares

We had more snow than usual this winter, and the boys took the opportunity to spend hours sledding down the neighbors' driveway.

It was all fun and games until C went face first into the parked truck at the bottom of the hill.  I'll spare y'all the picture.  We had a conversation very reminiscent of Marcia Brady the night of The Great Sledding Debacle of 2014.

me:  Please move your hands, baby.  I need to look at your face and see if anything might be broken.

C:  No, no!  If my nose is broken please don't send me to school.  Please, mommy!  I don't want anyone to see me with my face like this!

It wasn't a conversation I expected to have with a son, especially one still in preschool.  I was worried in the moment, of course, but it struck me as funny later.  Fortunately, his nose and cheek were both not broken, and he recovered quickly... but I don't think he'll be skiing down any Black Diamond trails in the near future.

ordinary days

Lo, these many months ago, Daddy A took this picture.  {It was in January.}  C arrived at school and went straight to the science center to finish his experiment.  I can't help but notice that he's wearing his favorite shirt, which has a picture of Princess Anna and Queen Elsa of Frozen fame.  I enjoy his look of concentration in this photo, because it really showcases his personality.  He tends to focus - really focus - on whatever he's doing.  Provided, of course, that it's an activity he's chosen.  If anyone knows how I can achieve that look of attentiveness when I ask him to clean his room, please leave your advice in the comments.  :)