My favorite things are Animals, Pokemon, and Chase. -Sawyer The other day while watching a movie, Chase reached over and hugged Sawyer. Then he just stayed and cuddled with him. Sawyer says with a sigh “I wish we did this…
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Putting Sawyer to bed tonight- Sawyer: Mom, do you know who’s in my head right now? Me: No, who? Sawyer: Joy… Do you know which island is running? Me: Which one? Sawyer: Family. Me too, Sawyer.
I have a date with Sawyer on Saturday. I asked him what he wanted to do on our date. He said, “I want to run in slow motion, holding hands, on the beach”. He’s such romantic!!! Best date ever!!!
Tonight while putting Sawyer to sleep, I gave him a hug and told him I loved him. He said, “I love you, Mommy. You’re my whole world”. I just can’t squeeze him tight enough.
Listening to the boys talk and play. Chase keeps shushing Sawyer, so he doesn’t wake us. Chase made a journal for Sawyer, now he’s helping Sawyer write in it. Sawyer went in to Chase’s room because he couldn’t sleep, and…
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Mommy, I always want to be with you. My penis is so big, I can whack myself with it! (Then he does). (When I’m scratching his stomach) Oh Yeah! That’s the spot. Not playing video games make me sad.
-Sawyer wrapped his little arms around my neck and asked me to stay with him for a million years. I can’t think of anything I want more. I love these little monsters!!!!!! I know these moments won’t last forever. May…
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I can’t believe my little guy turns 4 today. I keep thinking he’ll outgrow this ornery phase, but I don’t think it’s a phase anymore. He’s headstrong, temperamental, disagreeable, and he bullies older kids on the playground. His hugs are…
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Chase draws a picture from the movie and plays the music from the scene he drew. “It’s just like watching the movie!” No Chase- it’s a thousand times better!! I love him!
Next time instead of taking the boys to my doctor appt, I think I’ll just opt for death.
Happiness is… Laying under a tree reading this to the boys. It’s even better this time around! (Summer 2014)
Yes, these last few posts are old- I’m copying from my Facebook page before I delete my account. Don’t want to lose these memories.
This is our first day of school photo. We will actually study today- but they can play a bit longer.
Today Chase did his writing in Elvish, Black Tongue, and some other language I can’t read. He told me what it said, but I have no way to know. He was so pleased with himself though, I couldn’t not accept…
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Chase picked these both of these outfits out, I think he did a fantastic job!! He even tied his own tie. They are growing up so fast. I just love them!!
“Um, Excuse me guys…” “Chase, how many times does Mom have to tell you not to play back there?” “You can’t talk to me that way.” (when we are disciplining or yelling at him) Sometimes Chase and I just…
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Chase is so excited to join the Cub Scouts, as a Wolf. He read the entire manual (about 220 pages) the day we got it, and he can’t stop talking about the fun things he gets to do (even the…
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A conversation with Chase- Chase- Mom, can I modify this Lego garage while I eat my lunch?A conversation with Sawyer- “Sawyer! Stop chewing on your toenails! “No.”
Last night we were leaving for swim lessons, I ran back in the house to grab something. Chase comes in and says, “Mom, come quick! You’ve got to see this!”. I said I would be there in a minute. “Mom,…
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Chase- this year I’m going to set a trap for Santa. I don’t believe he’s magic. If he proves he is, I’ll let him go. Me- what if he’s not magic? Then what will you do with him? Chase- Oh…
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Sawyer loves swimming! He wasn’t happy when she dunked him- but other than that, he did great. He bounced back fast and screamed as we left (ran out of) the Y. He keeps saying, “I want to swim like a…
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When I sing to Sawyer and I sing something like, ” I love you” or “you are my baby”- he nods his head and whispers, “uh huh”. Tonight when I asked him what his favorite part of his day was-…
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Chase- Sawyer, do you want to cuddle? Sawyer- I am not a teddy bear, I’m a ninja turtle.
I came home from the grocery store one night last week. It was after 10, we had put the kids to bed before I left the house to go shopping. I came home and found this on my deck. We…
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Sawyer is playing on the Talking Tom app. It’s a little cat the repeats everything you say. Sawyer is yelling at Tom, “stop saying that”. He always argues with Tom! He’s so funny!
We love you big guy! You make us laugh and give us love everyday. We are so proud of you and love the sweet, thoughtful little man that you are. You completed our family and brought more love to our…
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“I had about 10 bad dreams when I was 5. One was about Mickey Mouse but he had robot parts- I thought that was pretty scary. One was about insurance- it was just awkward, but still scary. One was about…
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Sawyer is not the cuddler that Chase is. We have been spoiled with hugs, kisses, and sweet words from Chase. Sawyer has moments, but they are short lived, and few & far between. Last night when I put Sawyer to…
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Sawyer has had a cold this week- which makes him more difficult than usual. Me- Sawyer, take this medicine. Sawyer- No. You take it. Me- It’s for you. It will help you feel better. Sawyer- Than you drink it. Me-…
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“Are you thinkin’ what I’m thinking?” I guarantee you Sawyer, you are not thinking what I’m thinking. Go to bed!!!
Someday when you read this blog, please know that your parents were people once too. That they love each other and are best friends. I wish nothing less for you both than the love and friendship your father and I…
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It’s so fun to talk with Sawyer now. He has a big vocabulary, but his speech still isn’t always clear. It’s so cute! Me- Sawyer, are you my baby? S- No! Me- Are you Daddy’s baby? S- No. Me- Who’s…
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Today is our last day of vacation. I’m going to miss having the boys home next week. Back to hectic schedules:(. The boys are missing their activities though, it’s probably for the best- we would just get lazier.
Chase is reading a series of books called “Captain Underpants”. The books are about two boys that solve problems (in mischievous ways), they also make comic books about their adventures. It has inspired Chase to make his own comic book….
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Today Chase spent the day with Ryan and Amy. He had so much fun. Amy sent some pictures. The boys are too cute! And such great friends.
Two nights ago Sawyer came in to our room in the middle of the night. He couldn’t go back to sleep, so I came back to his room to sleep with him. I asked him if he was scared and…
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The boys rang in the New Year with us tonight. Lots of cuddles and hugs. It was the best New Years ever. My resolution is to have more moments like these with my family and friends. I love these boys!!…
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Also included homework. Chase said Santa did a good job, but he cheated on the patterns page.
It not Happy Halloween time, it Christmas time. I busy poopin.
It was so fun- we did it again. We made Star Wars ornaments this time too, at Chase’s request (clearly). He did a great job. He looked at the characters pictures and mixed his colors to match. It was fun….
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Chase and I made ornaments this weekend. We had so much fun, we are doing it again tomorrow. We have the gaudiest tree- I love it!
Chase goes to a great school. He has a wonderful teacher. The students in his class are so nice. I love sending him there everyday, and he loves going. I work in the classroom every other week and I signed…
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It has taken us a while to find a program that is a good fit for Sawyer. He needs something physical, but he also loves music and games. The Little Gym is perfect for him. It’s the first time he…
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Sawyer is playing with a musical, alphabet toy. It shows you a letter and tells the sounds the letter make. Sawyer put the E in, and the machine made the two sounds the E makes. Chase said, “the E makes…
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Tonight at the mall, I had to use the restroom. Chris hadn’t gotten there yet, so I had to take the boys with me. When we went in to the Macy’s women’s restroom, there was a little lounge area with…
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Chase made many notes and showed them all to Santa. When we were in line and Chase asked me if this was THE real Santa. I told him I didn’t know and that he should ask him. Then he said,…
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“Santa doesn’t always get me every thing I ask for, I’ll just get it myself.” Chase bought a giant pencil with his allowance this week. He wants to buy the giant eraser and giant paper clip to complete his set….
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I Cryin!!! I busy. I want my iPad. Oops. I sorry. (After he purposely hits you). Okay, okay. You like that. Okay. Okay. I like your Christmas tree. I like your hat…. And so on. I’m going to miss his…
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Chase wants every thing he writes or draws to be on display. He is going through about 10 sheets a day. This is his spirit of Christmas display. He made a list of what Christmas is all about, a Christmas…
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I got a puzzle that is 550 pieces. We worked on it for over 2 hours. Chase loved it and put as much of it together as we did. He did great! We came close to finishing, I thought it…
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Chase loves these! Of course this year, he has to share with Sawyer. But, there is something for both of them on each day. It is packed full of gifts, treats and Christmas activities. The red boxes will have the…
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Now they can camp by the tree every night. They both have their own little trees for their rooms.
We spent the day at Curt and Joan’s. it was a great day with great food. I’m stuffed and going to bed.
Tonight we made a Santa threat to Chase. He responded, “I’m telling Santa on you. You’re bullying me”.
I know- too cheesy to even finish. Chase is a night owl just like me and Chris. Tonight he came in to my room around 10:30, to check on me. (I had gone to bed early because i wasn’t feeling…
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We couldn’t wait another day. Last night Chase and I put out our decorations. Chase really just gets to pull things out if the bins, I have a place for each thing- he was happy just to look at it…
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He always gobbles salad up- not even the good stuff in the salad- he wants the lettuce. Chris just gave him a leaf of romaine and Sawyer’s eating it like celery. I can hear him crunching away.
Chase was sitting in the grass making wishes on Dandelions that he didn’t have to go to school. I just didn’t want to forget that.
We have not been since Sawyer was about 6 months old- so, we decided it was time. It was a fun time, Chase admired the planes and Sawyer ran amuck. On a side note- Chase started puking last night. This…
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Since Sawyer has to watch Chase during gymnastics twice a week, it’s only fair Sawyer gets his time out there too. They both now go twice a week. That’s a lot of gymnastics. Luckily, it’s really spread throughout the week.
Chase- OH, you’re just SO excited to get rid of us so you can relax and retire. Me- YES!!!!!!! …, but, you’re going to have so much fun too! Granny and Papa are so excited to see you! Chase- I…
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And, we’re back. Chase has been asking all summer when we could start Gymnastics again. We went to an open playtime every Friday this summer at Eastside Gymnastic. I liked the facility and the instructors more than Gymagine.
So far, Sawyer has shown no interest in Trains. He’s been wearing Chase’s old Thomas rain boots and it’s sparked his curiosity.
I had to keep them occupied this weekend with musketeer number 3 away on a golf trip. We went swimming, the mall play area, played outside til bedtime, made pizza, had a movie night, did a science experiment and read…
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Tonight Chase got to stay up late to watch Transformers: Dark of the Moon. It’s definitely not age appropriate, but he’s watched the first 2 and the only parts that interest him are watching the cars transform and the scenes…
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Was a huge success! Chase LOVES kindergarten! His teacher is wonderful! We definitely made the right choice with this teacher. When we transferred Chase to PM Kindergarten, I was dreading the switch. Sawyer with school in the AM, Chase in…
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I asked Chase how he wanted to celebrate his last day of being 5. He said, “I want to eat at Panda Express and play Name that Tune”. I said okay. When he realized we were going to let him…
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We are making the last week of summer the best one! Started Monday with this awesome farm. Very friendly animals and great trails through the woods. Good climbing trees- the kiddos loved it! So did the Moms. A very peaceful…
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We are having so much fun this summer! Some of the best times are just easy days around town. Meltdowns are getting more frequent, I think we are ready for school to start so we can get back into a…
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Sawyer’s having a hard day and needs some love. Who does he go to for comfort? Chase. And Chase held Him until Sawyer felt better. I never imagined they would love each other this much.
Can this be my Kindergarten hair? Make it really spikey- like little needles sticking up!!
Chris and Walt took Chase to a baseball game last night. He’s the cutest Mariners fan ever!
This afternoon we spent the day out playing. The boys play so well together and are about the best of friends… Unless Ryan is around, then Sawyer’s out:)! This was fun to watch today as they sat and talked while…
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We decided to start summer off right- and lucky for us, so did the weather! We went to one of our favorite parks- Carkeek. We hiked in the woods, up to a beautiful view of the Olympic Mountains! Then down…
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Chase had his preschool graduation last night. His teacher gave them a wonderful little ceremony and party. It was very special!
Today Chase asked me- “Can we play the game where you ask me who I love and I say someone’s name, not yours- and then you tickle and torture me until I say your name”. Ha~! I didn’t even realize…
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Open playtime at Gymnastics may be their favorite thing they do all week! They have so much fun there- and play together the whole time! Your browser does not support the video tag
Chase- Mom, I have somethin I want to tell you, but I don’t want to hurt your feelins. Me- (bracing myself) okay. Chase- this is the worst chicken I ever had.
Sawyer’s second birthday is coming up. He is doing many fun activities and a pretty good job of keeping up with his brother (he is lucky that his brother slows down a bit to allow this). He is taking Gymnastics,…
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Yesterday while Sawyer was napping, chase and I went on a little walk around the neighborhood. I love these moments with him.
Chase took his first lesson this weekend. He loved it and can’t wait to go back. Your browser does not support the video tag
Last night Chase, Sawyer and I went to the Epic Family Night at Gold Creek Church. There were bouncy houses and play areas for the kids. It was super fun!
On our way home from Anacortes we stopped by the Tulip Festival and took a walk and some pictures. It was a beautiful day.
Yesterday, while driving home from the Tulip Festival and a relaxing weekend with Granny and Papa, Chase asked us, “How did Sawyer come out of your tummy?”. This is not the first time Chase has brought this subject up, before…
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This last month with all of the colds and flu going around our house, we have been tired, grumpy and sometimes just miserable. But, through all of this, Chase has been so impressive. He has been such a little trooper,…
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This weekend we had one of those perfect days. We were sitting in Seattle Center, the sun was shining and we were enjoying a little picnic on our family day out. It’s one of those moments where you are just…
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Chase and Sawyer are always playing together, laughing and just being silly. Chase also loves to take care of Sawyer and always wants to be with him. He is the best big brother in the world! I LOVE these boys!
The first of the month Auntie Jessie and Dean came to play with us. We toted around Seattle and visited Edmonds Beach (one of my favorite places) and just hung out around the house, eating and playing. WE LOVE Auntie…
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Grandpa came up for Sawyer’ birthday. The weekend started out to be so much fun! Grandpa took Chase to the Go-Cart Track, which Chase LOVED! HE ended up coming down with the flu, luckily Grandpa was here to help me….
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We were very busy the whole month of March, which is why we have fallen behind on our blogging. But, there are some fun photos that I want to post- like Sawyer’s birthday. It’s hard to believe that Sawyer is…
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Could not be more pleased with Chase’s progress. We are so proud of him for overcoming his fear of being underwater. He is working with and listening to his instructor. He went from DREADING swim lessons- to loving them! YAY!
“Let’s get busy, cause this thing’s so darn hard to build.” (Referring to Legos) “That’s what I’m talkin about!” “I want to make what I want to make, so give me some space.” (chris laughs) “I don’t want to hear…
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I know… I know… this is late. We have been so busy around here, and sleep deprived, that I have not had time to maintain my blog. I have met many interesting people in my time in this world….
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