Okay, this really shouldn't make you cry. These silly boys of mine have had some fun playing in the water this week. On Sunday we did a Sink or Float Experiment. I filled a plastic tub with water and gave the boys a variety of items to put in. Before they could drop their item they had to guess if it would sink or float. I gave them things like plastic army men, coins, balls, potatoes, etc. They had a blast.
Next, today we "fished" for letters and numbers. I made make-shift fishing poles with woodenspoons and magnets and the boys fished out magnetic letters and numbers from my bathtub.Again, it was a big hit! I had Connor tell me the letters he was picking up and he probably gotabout half of them right!
Now I want to clarify that I did not come up with this idea on my own. I only wish I were so creative. I found it on Pinterest.
I recently discovered that you can use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream, ricotta cheese or even cream cheese. It has so much more nutritional value than those other products. I made spinach artichoke dip with it this weekend and it was fantastic. Next up? French onion dip! mmmm!
We are getting antsy for Spring weather and playing outside so we stopped at the city park today. Twenty minutes was about all we (I) could stand with the cold wind but it was worth it. The boys need to run and exercise. Connor mastered this climbing tower and was able to step across onto the jungle gym after only two attempts with me helping and coaching. He was really brave and that makes me so glad. I would rather temper his fearless courage than push him to try new things all the time.
Cameron is unaware that his capabilities are not equal to his brother's. He lives under the impression that if he sees Connor do it, he can too. So I have to stick right by his side or face the likely possibility of an ER trip.
He was able to climb nearly to the top without help and across the gap. His upper body strength or coordination - I'm not sure which - was what kept slowing him down. He has figured out that the tongue is quite helpful in situations that require physical strength.
Please forgive the poor quality pictures. They were taken with my phone.
It amazes me the changes that occur in just a year. Here are the boys last February.
Now Connor is just a jabbering conversationalist. You can't keep him quiet and there is no way to even count the number of words in his vocabulary. And Cameron is now learning to speak too. It's still quite small, but his little vocabulary is grow. He added "hippo" to his word list this week. He has lost several of his rolls since that video was shot and he is running and nearly keeping up with his brother as opposed to not-quite yet crawling a year ago. Oh my how they are growing so quickly. Thank you Lord for these boys! Let me not forget to savor their precious presence!
My parents were here visiting last weekend and in a conversation I made a comment that has played over and over in my mind since. I simply said, "I think some people are music people and some people are not." There's not a lot of depth to it or any hidden meanings. I simply think that some people are more drawn to music than others. I have always loved music and a variety of it. However, since marrying Matt 7 and a half years ago, my enjoyment of music has been pushed into a side-hobby. He enjoys music to a much deeper level than I. He has a passion for finding new artists that have great talent and make great music. I get to sit back and enjoy his research. It's really a great set up for me. Anyhow, I wanted to share a few songs that are on my frequently played list lately.
First up is Sydney by Brett Dennen. This song makes me get up and move - Every. Time. I use it when I'm on the treadmill and it buys me another 3.5 minutes. It just has such fun energy and I know I look like a total goofball while running and mouthing words and punching my fists in front of me but hey, it's another 3.5 minutes of elevated heart rate and sweat. Great song! Sydney
Next is In Christ Alone. This is a worship song that I learned while attending First Euless. If I choose to be engaged in worshiping (not just singing while allowing my mind to wander) this song brings me to tears every time. There is so much truth within that grips my soul and causes me to praise my Lord and my God. "No guilt in life; no fear in death; this is the power of Christ in me." Yes! I no longer am counted guilty! I am free to worship without shame or guilt. I am counted as a daughter of the Most High King! Ah! I could go on and on but that's a sermon for another day. Great song. In Christ Alone
Finally is Precious Love by James Morrison. I cannot help but get on my feet and dance with my darling sons when this song plays. They are a most precious blessing in my life and I am forever grateful for my time with them. Not to mention the fantastic beat and vintage feel to it - a great song. Precious Love
I am a wife, a mother of two boys and most of all a Child of God. I am trying to navigate this thing called life with a little grace all the while serving Him.
Now I want to clarify that I did not come up with this idea on my own. I only wish I were so creative. I found it on Pinterest.
