The trip down was long... traffic and then more traffic and a little more traffic.
GAvin liked to watch movies and snack and sleep. Pretty easy drive - just not the 3.5 hours that it was supposed to be according to Mapquest Bothell - Beaverton.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Trip to Oregon
We took a little trip to Oregon - we saw my sister Rebecca her husband Wally and their 4 great kids. Gavin was talking about seeing his cousins for awhile before we went. And now he wants to know when we will go play with the cousins again. hmm
The trip down was long... traffic and then more traffic and a little more traffic.
GAvin liked to watch movies and snack and sleep. Pretty easy drive - just not the 3.5 hours that it was supposed to be according to Mapquest Bothell - Beaverton.
The trip down was long... traffic and then more traffic and a little more traffic.
GAvin liked to watch movies and snack and sleep. Pretty easy drive - just not the 3.5 hours that it was supposed to be according to Mapquest Bothell - Beaverton.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
What would you do...
What would you do if you didn't HAVE to do anything?
I think I'm learning about myself...
I woke up to a 3 year old snuggling me (really precious and only slightly annoying)
Dropped Gavin off at daycare and went back home to shower - only to watch 2 episodes of The Office (That's what she said) and go to watch him at Gymnastics without showering.
Went back home - showered.
Oiled my cutting board. Very cool.
Counted socks - got rid of 18 pairs.
Deep cleaned my microwave.
Condensed spices into different jars - made 2 new curry blends!
Through the slug out of my plant in my living room to the great outdoors OUTSIDE!
Vacuumed house.
Napped.
Picked up Gavin.
Visited Grandma.
Met up with awesome Vikie and went to awesome Katelynn's Stampin Up Party (Way Fun - will host or attend one next month!)
Made 2 cards.
Picked up Gavin from Grandma's.
Ate popcorn for dinner.
Went to bed early.
Happy Day.
I think I'm learning about myself...
I woke up to a 3 year old snuggling me (really precious and only slightly annoying)
Dropped Gavin off at daycare and went back home to shower - only to watch 2 episodes of The Office (That's what she said) and go to watch him at Gymnastics without showering.
Went back home - showered.
Oiled my cutting board. Very cool.
Counted socks - got rid of 18 pairs.
Deep cleaned my microwave.
Condensed spices into different jars - made 2 new curry blends!
Through the slug out of my plant in my living room to the great outdoors OUTSIDE!
Vacuumed house.
Napped.
Picked up Gavin.
Visited Grandma.
Met up with awesome Vikie and went to awesome Katelynn's Stampin Up Party (Way Fun - will host or attend one next month!)
Made 2 cards.
Picked up Gavin from Grandma's.
Ate popcorn for dinner.
Went to bed early.
Happy Day.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
On to the Next Big Adventure!
Gavin is goofy. Recent events:
- Gavin got his first fishing pole - superman - and is a better caster then I am
- Gavin now says "not quite yet" and "I can't beLIEVE that" all the time - makes me laugh
- Gavin has 3 more days at Jill's house then I become a stay at home mom for the first time in 3.5 years. Wow.
- We are planning a trip around the US - Spokane, Omaha NE, Hot Springs AR, Las Vegas NV, San Diego CA, Modesto CA, Danville CA, Redding CA, Portland OR, and back home - need a portable DVD player - note to self.
- Gavin got a big boy bike that he loves - I will post picture of him riding
- Gavin told me last night that he was not honey. (I said good night honey) I said yes you are. He said "Ok Mom, I am Chocolate Heart Gavin Honey Me" hmmm yup.
- Miracles and a few good men have set me up with 4 new tires... apparently when you can see the cables under the rubber you should change them.
- We are so lucky and grateful for the most amazing friends and family ever!!! Much Love!
- Gavin got his first fishing pole - superman - and is a better caster then I am
- Gavin now says "not quite yet" and "I can't beLIEVE that" all the time - makes me laugh
- Gavin has 3 more days at Jill's house then I become a stay at home mom for the first time in 3.5 years. Wow.
- We are planning a trip around the US - Spokane, Omaha NE, Hot Springs AR, Las Vegas NV, San Diego CA, Modesto CA, Danville CA, Redding CA, Portland OR, and back home - need a portable DVD player - note to self.
- Gavin got a big boy bike that he loves - I will post picture of him riding
- Gavin told me last night that he was not honey. (I said good night honey) I said yes you are. He said "Ok Mom, I am Chocolate Heart Gavin Honey Me" hmmm yup.
- Miracles and a few good men have set me up with 4 new tires... apparently when you can see the cables under the rubber you should change them.
- We are so lucky and grateful for the most amazing friends and family ever!!! Much Love!
Thursday, May 21, 2009
New Pics
Gavin is doing some funny new things - he tells me when he needs 2 hands for something - he said he changed his mind - he says 'Actually' all the time - he makes sure to tell me to Stop - S - T - O - P at the stop signs - and is generally a bossy happy kid :)
you can see pictures of us at this link:
http://enebophotoblog.com/
There is a section called 'Puppy Love' that has pictures of Gavin and I :)
We've moved and are busy setting up the new house and loving summer.
you can see pictures of us at this link:
http://enebophotoblog.com/
There is a section called 'Puppy Love' that has pictures of Gavin and I :)
We've moved and are busy setting up the new house and loving summer.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
More Easter Goodness
Gavin's mommy (yes me) was SO nice that she made special Easter egg pancakes - well - they were special colors anyways. Later on Easter Grandma made special bunny cookies... and Gavin got to hang out with Jessica and her man, Cody. He had a great day! We both did.
Waking Up
Again - waking up and getting dressed and getting out the door = MAJOR ACCOMPISHMENT EVERY DAY!!! Even after he's dressed - he likes to go back under the pillows - my bed or his to get dressed on - same scenario!
Also - got 2 red chairs - Gavin likes them.
Zoo Trip
We still go to the zoo often...I like the fresh air and walking around. Gavin loves being in control of everywhere we go I think. I just follow him around. I felt like a mean mom when I made him ride the carosel by himself. Let's clarify - he chose to spend the dollars in his wallet on a ride - and I am not a big fan so I told him he'd have to do it alone. He did! The lady operator said if he got too scared she could stop it early. About 6 spins around and he started saying "I'm done, Mom" each time he saw me. But I just stood and cheered him on and waved. He cracks me up.
Gavin Sleeps
It's hard to wake Gavin up sometimes. Easier to go to sleep Wednesday and Thursday nights... but tougher to wake up Thursday and Friday mornings. The weeks are long. He is a good sport as long as we talk about how awesome the day is going to be and what snacks he can have in the car (usually crackers and cheese) and what we will do when I pick him up from daycare...He is a good boy.
Gavin doing his thing
He's in the orange shirt! I have to hide the 'Boo' Ghost Sweatshirt apparently. Clothes are not a battle I fight very often. If he took off the sweatshirt he would match and be cute. I guess he's cute anyways haha. 
Gavin still loves Gymnastics a TON! He does circles around most of the other kids and has some real athletic talent. He's amazing. Yes, I have to think that... but also - it's true!
Gavin still loves Gymnastics a TON! He does circles around most of the other kids and has some real athletic talent. He's amazing. Yes, I have to think that... but also - it's true!
Went to San Francisco
Went to San Francisco for work - had a GREAT week (Thanks Mom for keeping Gavin :) )
Found a bookstore with a good name - sung some karaoke - did a lot of footwork - visited awesome family - and worked a lot.
Monday, January 19, 2009
2nd Half
(Read previous Post first for context)
I went back to tuck Gavin in and turn off the light - about 20 minutes of book time. I had heard a little noise but overall things were quiet over there. I walked into his room and he had piled all the blankets and toys and books on one half of the bed all around him - the other half was all clear - just the mattress. He looked at me and proudly said, "Look Mom, I worked too! I cleaned my bed. I no get out, I good." (This means he did not get out of bed, he was good and stayed in as I asked.)
I didn't know whether to laugh or cry at my little hard worker. He was so funny. He's growing up so fast. And he's a thinker.
I went back to tuck Gavin in and turn off the light - about 20 minutes of book time. I had heard a little noise but overall things were quiet over there. I walked into his room and he had piled all the blankets and toys and books on one half of the bed all around him - the other half was all clear - just the mattress. He looked at me and proudly said, "Look Mom, I worked too! I cleaned my bed. I no get out, I good." (This means he did not get out of bed, he was good and stayed in as I asked.)
I didn't know whether to laugh or cry at my little hard worker. He was so funny. He's growing up so fast. And he's a thinker.
Happenings...
Well, I have pictures - but they will have to wait for a different day. We had a New years Eve party - at home and were sleeping by 11... There was a birthday party - a big #3! Baseball party! And then we have had some great little moments. And then today we went to the doctor. Gavin is in 75th percentile for height and weight - the doctor is pleased with his development overall and said I'm doing a great job! What mom doesn't need to hear that every now and then?!
Funny things every now and then. My favorite part of every day lately is brushing teeth. Our night-time routine. We get to giggle and copy each other and I can't measure how much toothpaste has gone up my nose when I laugh at him. I am teaching him how to spit well. He makes funny noises. I love the little bonding moment before the power struggle to stay in bed.
Tonight I set him up with some books and said he could read for 10 minutes. Then I said I'd read for a few minutes or work and then come back and put him to bed (I have the blessing and curse of being able to work from any computer anytime!) He said, 'No, Mom, you worked already - you read book.' Such good advice from my little man.
More advice - at a stoplight this morning my little back seat driver yelled 'Green mom - Go mom, GO!' I said thank you - I will when the cars move. He said 'Come on cars - get a move on.' I don't know where he learns these things!
Anyways - he is cracking me up. Growing fast and saying more and more things. I am working hard and tired a lot - trying to be all things awesome to all people. My house is clean - laundry is done - work mostly caught up - and I'm going to read a novel now. Life is good.
Funny things every now and then. My favorite part of every day lately is brushing teeth. Our night-time routine. We get to giggle and copy each other and I can't measure how much toothpaste has gone up my nose when I laugh at him. I am teaching him how to spit well. He makes funny noises. I love the little bonding moment before the power struggle to stay in bed.
Tonight I set him up with some books and said he could read for 10 minutes. Then I said I'd read for a few minutes or work and then come back and put him to bed (I have the blessing and curse of being able to work from any computer anytime!) He said, 'No, Mom, you worked already - you read book.' Such good advice from my little man.
More advice - at a stoplight this morning my little back seat driver yelled 'Green mom - Go mom, GO!' I said thank you - I will when the cars move. He said 'Come on cars - get a move on.' I don't know where he learns these things!
Anyways - he is cracking me up. Growing fast and saying more and more things. I am working hard and tired a lot - trying to be all things awesome to all people. My house is clean - laundry is done - work mostly caught up - and I'm going to read a novel now. Life is good.
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