I just thought I would share somethings that Xander has told me over the past couple days. His imagination and thoughts put a smile on my face daily. So I thought I'd share a smile with you.
Ask Xander what he wants to be when he grows up and it will change weekly. Here are a few of his career choices.
1.-Transformer race car driver
2.-A shark so he can live under water.
3.-A dad
4.-A dinosaur digger
5.-A robber. Yes, a robber.
Hopefully what ever he chooses to be, he will love it and it will provide him much happiness and no prison time.
The other day Xander asked me, "Mom why are people bald?" I responded, "Because sometimes people just loose their hair." "It happens when people get older." He then smiled at me and said, "Grandpa must be real old then."
Keeping with the subject of grandparents. Please don't be offended mom. He asked me another time if he would have a cane to walk with when he gets older. I told him it all depends on if he needs it or not. To which he replied, "I'm going to get one so I can walk like grandma." I smiled and said, oh really, how does grandma walk? He then acted out as if he had a cane and moved from the living room slowly into the kitchen, lifting one foot at a time. It was truly funny to witness. He also wants a wheel chair so he can race grandma down the big hill we live on. He smiled and chuckled a little and said, I bet I will win.
Another conversation with Xander. "Mom, I know lots of stuff huh." Yes you do. "That's because I have lots of brains in my head and they're big. "And full of stuff I just know." "That makes me smart."
Yet, another conversation. "Mom, Did you know dinosaurs are xstinkt" Really, How did they become extinct? "Meteors hit the earth and killed them all."
And one more. Hopefully all of you might know the songs I will refer to. If not, look them up on the Internet or mom ask Katie for help.
One day while driving in the car a song by the Pussy Cat Dolls came on and It's titled, "I don't need a man." After the song was over, Xander said to me, " Mom, why is that girl singing about she doesn't need a bear." I have no clue why he heard bear but it was funny.
The other song was "Please Don't Stop the Music." by Rihanna. The chorus goes please don't stop the music, the music, the music. Please don't stop the music. My son was singing it, "Jesus got the music, the music, the music. Jesus got the music."
I love my little Xander for being him and for always making me smile.
Sunday, April 27, 2008
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Easter 2008
I know I'm a little late blogging about Easter. But, technically Easter is usually in April and since it's still April I'm on time. Like my reasoning!
We had a great Easter Sunday. The Kids woke up ready to see if the Easter Bunny hid eggs for them. As they ran around trying to find shoes and getting their baskets ready for the big hunt, Tyler went out to make sure the Easter Bunny had come. wink, wink. And then he came into the house to deliver the good news. The kids squealed in delight. They had to wait a few minutes in the house while we put new batteries in the camera and took a few pics. The reason I tell you this part is because in those 5-10 minutes someone had eaten the candy out of a bunch of eggs. Kenzie looked out the window and said, Mom some of the eggs are opened. What!! Yep, someone came and took the candy out of about 8-10 eggs and just dropped the empty egg back on the ground. I then cursed the person with massive, explosive, diarrhea from eating stolen candy. And I hope it came true. Then my repentance came when my daughter taught me a lesson. She said, "well, maybe some little kid didn't get an Easter and thought some of the eggs were for them." Ok. I raised her right. And she has a good heart. But, I still hope the person had mild diarrhea.
The kids then went out and scattered about collecting eggs. When the yard was bare they returned to the house to see what treasures they found. After doping them up on sugar we got ready for church and away we went. After church we made several attempts at taking a picture with all the kids perfectly posed. A challenge the children won. And later that evening Tyler's brother Nate, his wife Stephanie and their son Todd came over and we all decorated Eggs and had dinner. It was a great day for all. Except for the diarrhea thief.
Enjoy these pics of my spirited children.
The call of the Dawson.
Xander dancing instead of holding still for the picture.
This is about the best group picture we got. It just shows my kids individual personalities.
Decorating Easter Eggs.
We had a great Easter Sunday. The Kids woke up ready to see if the Easter Bunny hid eggs for them. As they ran around trying to find shoes and getting their baskets ready for the big hunt, Tyler went out to make sure the Easter Bunny had come. wink, wink. And then he came into the house to deliver the good news. The kids squealed in delight. They had to wait a few minutes in the house while we put new batteries in the camera and took a few pics. The reason I tell you this part is because in those 5-10 minutes someone had eaten the candy out of a bunch of eggs. Kenzie looked out the window and said, Mom some of the eggs are opened. What!! Yep, someone came and took the candy out of about 8-10 eggs and just dropped the empty egg back on the ground. I then cursed the person with massive, explosive, diarrhea from eating stolen candy. And I hope it came true. Then my repentance came when my daughter taught me a lesson. She said, "well, maybe some little kid didn't get an Easter and thought some of the eggs were for them." Ok. I raised her right. And she has a good heart. But, I still hope the person had mild diarrhea.
The kids then went out and scattered about collecting eggs. When the yard was bare they returned to the house to see what treasures they found. After doping them up on sugar we got ready for church and away we went. After church we made several attempts at taking a picture with all the kids perfectly posed. A challenge the children won. And later that evening Tyler's brother Nate, his wife Stephanie and their son Todd came over and we all decorated Eggs and had dinner. It was a great day for all. Except for the diarrhea thief.
Enjoy these pics of my spirited children.
The call of the Dawson.
Xander dancing instead of holding still for the picture.
This is about the best group picture we got. It just shows my kids individual personalities.
Decorating Easter Eggs.
Fun at Kangaroo Zoo.
Can you believe my baby girl is 7. Kenz chose to invite 2 friends to Kangaroo Zoo for her birthday instead of having a big party at the house. Sounded good to me. No games to plan. No cleaning. And best of all, no stress. Kangaroo Zoo is a huge warehouse like building full of those giant blow up slides and jumpers you find at carnivals and fairs. The kids had a blast and played for hours. Here's a bunch of pics from Kenzie's birthday. I hope you enjoy!
Kenzie's in the mouth of a dragon.
Kenz and Dawson climbing up one of the slides.
Dawson jumping with the Lochness Monster.
Kenzie and her friends playing. Brianna and Taylor.
I know the pic is fuzzy, but I had to show off the hair.
Pic below is Xander conquering the monster.
Kenzie's in the mouth of a dragon.
Kenz and Dawson climbing up one of the slides.
Dawson jumping with the Lochness Monster.
Kenzie and her friends playing. Brianna and Taylor.
I know the pic is fuzzy, but I had to show off the hair.
Pic below is Xander conquering the monster.
Racer # 8961
Whooohooo!! I did it. Yes the SLC. Marathon has come and gone. For all those wondering, I did it. I conquered it. And I'd do it again. It was the most challenging and painfully rewarding experience of my life. (next to childbirth) My good friend Emma and I pushed each other, supported each other and cheered each other on. So when I refer to "We" it is she and I.
The day started in the early morning of 4:15. My alarm was suppose to go off at 4:30, but I couldn't sleep. Remember when you were a kid and it was the night before going to the amusement park and you couldn't sleep and kept watching the clock. It was that kind of anxiety. I laced up the ol' shoes and got ready to pound the pavement. I picked Emma up at 5. and off we went. We had to be up to Salt Lake by 5:40 so we could catch the trax train to the start line. Once we reached the University of Utah campus the butterflies really started. Were we really here, were we really doing this, what were we thinking??? Now I have to pee.
That's exactly what I did next. Then we heard it, "Racers to the start line please." Oh boy here we go. No turning back now. 5 4 3 2 1...GO!! And off we went. Very slowly at first because of the congestion of people. Then everyone spread out and Emma and I found a nice comfortable pace and away we went. It felt great. We were actually passing people. There might be hope for us yet. We ran the first 4 miles and then decided to walk so that we could recharge and not kill ourselves. We walked until mile 6 and then off we went again. We ran until mile 8 then it was potty break time. And off we went to 9. That's when I lost Emma. She took off a little faster and I decided to walk. I walked to mile 10 and 11. Then it was time to go again. So mile 12 I walked/ran. Then the last mile it was no holding back for a strong finish. The home stretch was in sight it was right there waiting for me. The crowed was cheering, music was playing, people were encouraging you on. And then there they were, my sweet husband and kids standing on the side lines screaming "Go Mommy Go! Yeah" The feeling inside me was so over whelming. I sprinted to the finish. "Finishing Half Marathon runner #8961" It was the best sound ever.
When they announced my number it was priceless. Months of preparing. All the sweat, blood, and tears paid off. My goal has been achieved. It was exciting.
After the race I had my time chip removed and then fell into Tyler's proud and supporting embrace. He gave me a huge kiss and said," you did honey I'm so proud of you. "The kids were just as excited as I was. They gave me hugs and kisses and wanted to see the medal I got. Xander got to wear it and was so proud. Kenzie held onto my hand like she was parading me around. Dawson just wanted out of the stroller.
All and all, it was a wonderful experience. It is amazing to see the change that has occurred in me. My mind is clear and my body has been pushed to new limits. What a blessing this has been. I am thankful for my family's support through all this. And for Emma who kept me going. And to my Father in Heaven who blessed me with health and strength and with my wonderful family.
Here are my stats in case you wondered.
Miles ran=8
Miles walked=5
Time 2:40
The day started in the early morning of 4:15. My alarm was suppose to go off at 4:30, but I couldn't sleep. Remember when you were a kid and it was the night before going to the amusement park and you couldn't sleep and kept watching the clock. It was that kind of anxiety. I laced up the ol' shoes and got ready to pound the pavement. I picked Emma up at 5. and off we went. We had to be up to Salt Lake by 5:40 so we could catch the trax train to the start line. Once we reached the University of Utah campus the butterflies really started. Were we really here, were we really doing this, what were we thinking??? Now I have to pee.
That's exactly what I did next. Then we heard it, "Racers to the start line please." Oh boy here we go. No turning back now. 5 4 3 2 1...GO!! And off we went. Very slowly at first because of the congestion of people. Then everyone spread out and Emma and I found a nice comfortable pace and away we went. It felt great. We were actually passing people. There might be hope for us yet. We ran the first 4 miles and then decided to walk so that we could recharge and not kill ourselves. We walked until mile 6 and then off we went again. We ran until mile 8 then it was potty break time. And off we went to 9. That's when I lost Emma. She took off a little faster and I decided to walk. I walked to mile 10 and 11. Then it was time to go again. So mile 12 I walked/ran. Then the last mile it was no holding back for a strong finish. The home stretch was in sight it was right there waiting for me. The crowed was cheering, music was playing, people were encouraging you on. And then there they were, my sweet husband and kids standing on the side lines screaming "Go Mommy Go! Yeah" The feeling inside me was so over whelming. I sprinted to the finish. "Finishing Half Marathon runner #8961" It was the best sound ever.
When they announced my number it was priceless. Months of preparing. All the sweat, blood, and tears paid off. My goal has been achieved. It was exciting.
After the race I had my time chip removed and then fell into Tyler's proud and supporting embrace. He gave me a huge kiss and said," you did honey I'm so proud of you. "The kids were just as excited as I was. They gave me hugs and kisses and wanted to see the medal I got. Xander got to wear it and was so proud. Kenzie held onto my hand like she was parading me around. Dawson just wanted out of the stroller.
All and all, it was a wonderful experience. It is amazing to see the change that has occurred in me. My mind is clear and my body has been pushed to new limits. What a blessing this has been. I am thankful for my family's support through all this. And for Emma who kept me going. And to my Father in Heaven who blessed me with health and strength and with my wonderful family.
Here are my stats in case you wondered.
Miles ran=8
Miles walked=5
Time 2:40
Saturday, April 5, 2008
Wild spray!
I guess this little story has taught me that boys are definitely different from girls. Not just in attitude or play. But in words and actions and appearance. A lesson I learned in the utmost of infuriating situations. Yet, laughter and bewilderment were my rewards.
When Xander was potty training he never said he needed to go to the bathroom or use the potty. He never referred to it as "I need to pee". It was always I have to spray! Think about it. Isn't that what it would look like to a little boy standing over the toilet. We could have been any where and at the top of his lungs you'd hear, "I have to spray!' Stores, Gymnastics, car, most embarrassing would be sacrament mtg. Xander's term has always been spray.
Now imagine my curiosity when I went up stairs and found him naked. The naked part is not out of the ordinary, it was when he informed me his spray went wild. What do mean went wild. He responded, it went whoosh, whoosh,whoosh in circles. What???? To this answer I had to turn to my husband. I called Ty at worked and explained that I not having the male anatomy was truly confused. I explained what Xander said and then had to ask. "Is it possible for spray to go around in a circle?" Tyler said yea if he moves his hips or shakes his bum.
I then turned to Xander and asked, "Xander, did you shake your booty when you sprayed?" Yep! Mom did you know that if you move this way(shakes hip to left) it sprays that way. And if you move this way(shakes hip to the right) it goes that way. And if you you do this(rolls his hips in a circle) [like a hula hoop was on his hips] It goes WILD!
XANDER! Is there pee all over my bathroom? No! It went in Kenzie's room.
What!!! I was so in shock at this point that I just looked in her room with a blank stare on my face. Not knowing what to expect I entered and to my relief found that most of the pee landed in a step stool that was turned upside down. What could I do? I just stood there in disbelief and began to laugh.
Wild spray. Now I have heard it all. (Yea right!)
When Xander was potty training he never said he needed to go to the bathroom or use the potty. He never referred to it as "I need to pee". It was always I have to spray! Think about it. Isn't that what it would look like to a little boy standing over the toilet. We could have been any where and at the top of his lungs you'd hear, "I have to spray!' Stores, Gymnastics, car, most embarrassing would be sacrament mtg. Xander's term has always been spray.
Now imagine my curiosity when I went up stairs and found him naked. The naked part is not out of the ordinary, it was when he informed me his spray went wild. What do mean went wild. He responded, it went whoosh, whoosh,whoosh in circles. What???? To this answer I had to turn to my husband. I called Ty at worked and explained that I not having the male anatomy was truly confused. I explained what Xander said and then had to ask. "Is it possible for spray to go around in a circle?" Tyler said yea if he moves his hips or shakes his bum.
I then turned to Xander and asked, "Xander, did you shake your booty when you sprayed?" Yep! Mom did you know that if you move this way(shakes hip to left) it sprays that way. And if you move this way(shakes hip to the right) it goes that way. And if you you do this(rolls his hips in a circle) [like a hula hoop was on his hips] It goes WILD!
XANDER! Is there pee all over my bathroom? No! It went in Kenzie's room.
What!!! I was so in shock at this point that I just looked in her room with a blank stare on my face. Not knowing what to expect I entered and to my relief found that most of the pee landed in a step stool that was turned upside down. What could I do? I just stood there in disbelief and began to laugh.
Wild spray. Now I have heard it all. (Yea right!)
Little Nudist
For those who need a laugh, read on. For those who think nakedness is bad, stop here.
My sons, yes both of them have discovered how fun it is to be naked. It started at bed time when they would undress to get PJ'S on and it just escalated from there. At any given moment of the day I can be bombarded by the sounds of laughter and then a little jingle that goes like this.
"Nuddie Bootie. I'm a little nuddie. See my Buddha belly. Spank my bootie cause I'm a little nuddie."
Sad to say but it is the most hilarious thing to experience. I think what adds to the scene is the shaking of a 2 yr old's little bum and then his manhood it all it's glory to be seen by all.
Xander is not as bad, it's mostly Dawson. However I have found Xander playing in his room with cars- Butt Naked. When asked why he was naked he replied,"I just wanted to play naked." "My clothes were twisted." "So I took them off." OK. How do you argue with that!
Welcome to my world! Never a dull moment around here. For those wondering how often this actually happens lets just say, Dawson gets redressed about 3 times a day!
My sons, yes both of them have discovered how fun it is to be naked. It started at bed time when they would undress to get PJ'S on and it just escalated from there. At any given moment of the day I can be bombarded by the sounds of laughter and then a little jingle that goes like this.
"Nuddie Bootie. I'm a little nuddie. See my Buddha belly. Spank my bootie cause I'm a little nuddie."
Sad to say but it is the most hilarious thing to experience. I think what adds to the scene is the shaking of a 2 yr old's little bum and then his manhood it all it's glory to be seen by all.
Xander is not as bad, it's mostly Dawson. However I have found Xander playing in his room with cars- Butt Naked. When asked why he was naked he replied,"I just wanted to play naked." "My clothes were twisted." "So I took them off." OK. How do you argue with that!
Welcome to my world! Never a dull moment around here. For those wondering how often this actually happens lets just say, Dawson gets redressed about 3 times a day!
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