On Monday, we relaxed and I finally hooked the tent up to the tunnel. It is officially their new favorite hide out.
Even with Corinne being as crabby as can be, Lincoln was soooo loving towards his little sister. He even shared his banana with her one morning.
Despite her aching teeth, she did have moments of fun in between the bouts of pain.
On Tuesday we had a successful Mommy and Me class. I was on edge the entire time, waiting for Lincoln to have a major meltdown, but I was able to bribe him out of being upset for the most part. We made "secret shapes" and I distracted him with the promise of candy to get him to behave. He ended up with enough beans this week to go get ice cream!
Corinne was not very into dance class this week. She liked the wings, but I had to wake her up from a nap to take her to class and she was not too happy with me.
On Wednesday, Ryan (our neighbor) came over and washed Nathan's truck for me. Nathan assured me that he would handle it when he got home. But to be honest, it was filthy after a few random thunderstorms we had a few weeks back. Ryan could use the money and I honestly think it bothered him that the truck was so dirty. So he and Lincoln got to work on it.
Corinne decided she better help too!
Everyone decided that black cars suck to wash in California when clouds are rare and it is too cold to wash cars really early in the morning.
Then Lincoln decided to do a little washing of himself.
No need for a bath tonight!
Thursday was going to be our laid back day. Lincoln found a 4th of July flag hidden in the toy box and gave it to Corinne to play with. He was being such a good sharer and she was having a blast---until she gouged the roof of her mouth with it! Beat up mouth + cutting 2 teeth = a very painful day for the Princess.
After some Tylenol, Corinne laid down for her morning nap and I took the opportunity to break out the craft project that Papaw and Amber sent Lincoln for his birthday. It was even cooler than expected. No glue needed, just peel away shapes, roll up tissue paper, and "tada" perfect pictures! I loved that he was able to make something and practice his shapes without having to use a pen and get really frustrated. Plus, this is no delicate art project, the point is to smash the tissue paper into a ball.
I just asked him what section he wanted to do next and what color he wanted to make it.
And before we knew it, we had an awesome fish to hang on our wall! Plus it took us at least 45 minutes to an hour to complete. I will chalk this one up as fun, simple, clean, educational, and a great way to spend some Mommy/Lincoln time together. He was ready to do another one, but I told him we had to wait until tomorrow. I will definitely be restocking for Christmas!
After craft time, we hit the kiddie pool for some fun in the sun.
Or mud---that's where Lincoln spent most of his time.
These two took a break while I hosed down the mud-covered patio.
Here they are examining parts---belly buttons in particular.
After we cleaned up it was time for lunch and some crazy hair.
Corinne has some serious mohawk potential.
Lincoln decided he wanted to model for me too.
Cheese!
This is her "What, I can't help it if I am adorable" look.
Corinne headed to bed early and Lincoln and I played his new board game from Miss Linda. It is sort of like Candy land with the colored cards telling you how many spaces to move. But when you get to an animal you have to do what the card says---walk like a bear, dance like a monkey, etc. It was fun and another great learning opportunity. Gotta love those educational toys.
On Friday, we ran errands and I picked up the newest Nicholas Sparks book "Safe Haven" to help me pass the time. With my projects complete I find myself watching the clock/calendar like a mad woman. The book lasted 1.5 days and now I am out of reading material. It was a good story, but I would have appreciated a couple hunded extra pages...now I am back to being bored. Luckily we had a busy weekend planned.
On Friday evening we headed over to the Lewison's for Jacob's 2nd birthday celebration.
After Emily sang for us (she has a real gift), the kids broke out in a serious dance session.
They were as wild as can be. Corinne showed off some of her moves too.
Whatever it takes to wear them out for good sleeping that night.
Then Jake blew out his own candle and the kiddos had cupcakes.
Lincoln devoured his!
After Jake opened his gifts, the kids took turns riding his mini roller coaster.
The very next morning we headed to Pump It Up for Gabe's birthday party!
It was a ton of fun for kids and adults alike.
Lincoln even took a turn on the rock wall.
It took awhile for Corinne to warm up to the place, but after a few trips down the big slide with me, she was ready for more.
Ahhh how I love big kids. Gabe's cousins Brooklyn and Jenna carted Corinne around everywhere---giving my arms a much needed break.
Here they are taking her through the obstacle course.
Did I mention that I love big kids???
My kids had so much fun and I know they were thankful. While we were enjoying pizza and cake Corinne grabbed my face and gave me the biggest kiss ever. Then she wrapped her arms around my neck and held me like she was never going to let go. Even with her horrible tooth ache, she had a great time and was super thankful. I asked her if she had fun and she nodded her head "yes" over and over. Ahhh, I live for those moments! Happy kids = happy Mama.
QUOTES OF THE WEEK
Quote 1: When we went outside for some kiddie pool time.
Lincoln: "I am going to save Sissy from the bugs. I am going to scrape them into little pieces. See this is how you squish them." Stomps his feet over and over again.
Quote 2: While we are outside playing.
Me: "Watch out for poopy!" Referring to the Chomper pile.
Lincoln: "Who made that poopy?"
Me: "You tell me. Who makes thier poopy outside?"
Lincoln: "Bugs and dogs."
Me: "So whose big pile of poop is that?"
Lincoln: Contemplates the question, with a head tilt "I think it must be a big mommy spider who loves her babies."
Right, as opposed to one who doesn't love her babies.
Quote 3: While doing our second tissue paper project.
Lincoln: "I'm teachin' you how to do this. Roll it up Mama."
Me: "Thanks for teaching me."
Lincoln: "You're welcome. I'm a good teacher."
Me: "Yes you are."
Lincoln: "Teachers teach you how to do things. My teacher at church teaches me how to pray really nice."
Me: With a smile "Oh that's so good."
Lincoln: "Oh, that makes your heart really happy Mama."
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