Ok so we are halfway done now! I know by Friday I am gonna be exausted but I know in the end the memories made and the impact on the children makes it all so worth it! I am suprisingly not too terribly tired yet. I mean I am tired but I am trying to stay focused on the goal and not get overwhelmed.
Colby had a pretty good night...started out rocky on the car ride there...he was very whiny and needy. He only slept for about an hour today so I knew it would be a long night for him. My mom said though he was good in class! He got to go in assembly again...not sure if he liked it as much as the first night but I think that all was because he was tired. He also cried when he had to leave with his daddy which he hasn't done the last 2 nights either. He also cried when we got to church like AGAIN MOM? But I think he will be ok..I hope tomorrow night he will be better rested and have a good time. Like I say I think he had fun once he was there but I know he had to have been exausted!
My class I felt went better tonight. We had 16 though! Our class keeps growing...but that is a good thing! I feel like things went smoother though! They are still a little hyper and hard to get them focused but I pulled out my "teacher voice" a couple times and they all listened up! Its been fun being a teacher...I guess I missed teaching more then I realized! Again part of me wants to whine about how tired I am but I know I just have to stay focused and not let myself think that way! When I feel like I want to complain I just stop and think what we are doing and the impact VBS has on these children and how Colby is beginning his first ever VBS experience! We are creating so many great memories its hard not to be excited and smile! So that is all..we have 2 more days of VBS then family night on Friday! Looking forward to what God has in store the rest of the week!
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
2 Year Checkup
Today Colby had his 2 year checkup! It seems like we just brought him in for his first one! He did really well. I have only brought him to the doc a couple times by myself but I think he has behaved the best when its just me...somehow I think he understands when its just momma there she really needs him to behave! He was a big boy from the time we got there to the time we left. He sat very patient in the waiting room then didn't cry a bit when the doctor came in! We saw a different doctor today and I almost say I like her better...now I do feel like our other doctor might be more efficient and checks him over really well but he doesn't relate to Colby very well. I also like that he is older and has been around forever! Sometimes experience is the best way to go when it comes to doctors.
The doctor today was a lady ...I think we saw her at one of Colby's infant checkups...she was very personable and had a good time with Colby. She was very patient with him and went out of her way to make him feel at ease. He didn't cry at all which is a first! He stood up on the scale too like a champ! He didn't want to leave the scale though b/c of Elmo being on it! Overall I felt very good about this appointment. They asked me things like if he could kick a ball, point to one or more body parts, communicate with us somehow, and follow directions. She also asked about his sleeping habits and if he was talking. She seemed very pleased with his development. She said at this age is when they start noticing autism in kids and Colby didn't fit any of that bill. She said he was very social and could do point at things and focus on someone at the same time which autistic kids usually can't. So that was good to hear that as far as we can tell he is right on track for a normal 2 year old boy!
He weighed 33 lbs ( I think it might be more like 32 since he had clothes and shoes on) and he was 35 inches tall. She said he was in the larger percent for both which is good! He's just a big boy! So grateful for a happy, healthy 2 year old! I thank God every day for giving him to us and keeping him so healthy! I know there are so many less fortunate parents and kids out there and I am just soo grateful my little man is healthy! She also commented on his "skinny file" I said yea he hasn't had very many sick visits at all! So thats good too!
The doctor today was a lady ...I think we saw her at one of Colby's infant checkups...she was very personable and had a good time with Colby. She was very patient with him and went out of her way to make him feel at ease. He didn't cry at all which is a first! He stood up on the scale too like a champ! He didn't want to leave the scale though b/c of Elmo being on it! Overall I felt very good about this appointment. They asked me things like if he could kick a ball, point to one or more body parts, communicate with us somehow, and follow directions. She also asked about his sleeping habits and if he was talking. She seemed very pleased with his development. She said at this age is when they start noticing autism in kids and Colby didn't fit any of that bill. She said he was very social and could do point at things and focus on someone at the same time which autistic kids usually can't. So that was good to hear that as far as we can tell he is right on track for a normal 2 year old boy!
He weighed 33 lbs ( I think it might be more like 32 since he had clothes and shoes on) and he was 35 inches tall. She said he was in the larger percent for both which is good! He's just a big boy! So grateful for a happy, healthy 2 year old! I thank God every day for giving him to us and keeping him so healthy! I know there are so many less fortunate parents and kids out there and I am just soo grateful my little man is healthy! She also commented on his "skinny file" I said yea he hasn't had very many sick visits at all! So thats good too!
Monday, July 19, 2010
VBS Day 2
Tonight was our second night of VBS! It was another great night! We had a lot more kids and I think it was slightly more hectic for everyone but still turned out good!
The report from Colby's class was that he did awesome. They didn't get to come in assembly though. They had 3 kids tonight and 2 of the 3 were crying. Colby was the only one not upset. I feel bad he didn't get to go so I may try to sneak him in the next 3 nights with me if I can. They said he did great in the room though and ate a great dinner. Austin again came and picked him up at 7. He was so sweet though when he was leaving...I go with Austin to pick him up and see them out the door. When they were leaving he ran back to me and I thought he might get upset that I wasn't leaving with them but he just turned around gave me a hug and went out with his daddy! That made me smile so big! He's growing up all too fast!
Our class grew from 9 to 15! We had 5 boys and 10 girls! They were pretty good just with that large or a number for that age you can expect more chaos. It took us longer to do things tonight which also made things more hectic b/c I felt like we were always running late. I felt more at ease tonight teaching so that was good. I think the kids really had a blast though which is fun to see! It might be a lot of work and they might make a huge mess but its worth it to see them get excited and having fun together!
I am looking forward to the next 3 nights to see what God has in store for me, our class, and my little boy! I know he's only 2 but right now this is planting small seeds for him later in life! I hope he is soaking up all his teachers are telling him! He is blessed to be able to attend VBS at such a young age!
The report from Colby's class was that he did awesome. They didn't get to come in assembly though. They had 3 kids tonight and 2 of the 3 were crying. Colby was the only one not upset. I feel bad he didn't get to go so I may try to sneak him in the next 3 nights with me if I can. They said he did great in the room though and ate a great dinner. Austin again came and picked him up at 7. He was so sweet though when he was leaving...I go with Austin to pick him up and see them out the door. When they were leaving he ran back to me and I thought he might get upset that I wasn't leaving with them but he just turned around gave me a hug and went out with his daddy! That made me smile so big! He's growing up all too fast!
Our class grew from 9 to 15! We had 5 boys and 10 girls! They were pretty good just with that large or a number for that age you can expect more chaos. It took us longer to do things tonight which also made things more hectic b/c I felt like we were always running late. I felt more at ease tonight teaching so that was good. I think the kids really had a blast though which is fun to see! It might be a lot of work and they might make a huge mess but its worth it to see them get excited and having fun together!
I am looking forward to the next 3 nights to see what God has in store for me, our class, and my little boy! I know he's only 2 but right now this is planting small seeds for him later in life! I hope he is soaking up all his teachers are telling him! He is blessed to be able to attend VBS at such a young age!
Sunday, July 18, 2010
VBS Day 1
Today was our first night of VBS. Our church does it from 6-9 pm. I really wish it were during the day it would work better for Colby and I but we have figured out a way to make the night thing work too!
Colby goes to his own class. There is a 1&2 year class for teacher's children only. Right now its only Colby and Cade in class together. We have worked out a plan of Austin picking Colby up at 7 each night. This way he is home and in bed as his normal bedtime would be. No cranky pants for us! I just feel like right now 3 hours is too long for him at night and with us living so far from the church the poor child wouldn't get to bed until 10! Since Austin was off today he brought us then just left with Colby at 7.
From what I hear (my mom is one of his teachers) Colby loved the open assembly. I am glad they decided to bring the toddlers in for the meeting time. I knew Colby would love the music and all the excitement! It is so cute to look back too and see him sitting in there like such a big boy! My mom said he clapped and danced along to all the music. After assembly the little ones have dinner delivered to their room which is also awesome! Tonight was hotdogs and a fruit cup. My mom had also brought grapes for the boys! They said he ate like a champ. He also had fun playing in the room. And Austin says he did great at bedtime even without me here! My little man is so big!
Ok onto my class...I am teaching the pre-k class this year. We had 9 children tonight. We had 3 boys and 6 girls. They were all very well behaved. I am the head teacher so I had to prepare and do most of the lesson and activities. It wasn't bad though...I really enjoyed it! I hope the kids are as well behaved every night as they were tonight!
I didn't get home though until about 9:45 so by the time I got ready for bed and watched the news its now 10:45 so I am going to be hitting the hay soon! We have a busy day tomorrow...grocery shopping then day 2 of VBS! I wish I had pictures from today...I had hoped I would have time to go and get some of Colby in his class...hopefully before the week is over!
Colby goes to his own class. There is a 1&2 year class for teacher's children only. Right now its only Colby and Cade in class together. We have worked out a plan of Austin picking Colby up at 7 each night. This way he is home and in bed as his normal bedtime would be. No cranky pants for us! I just feel like right now 3 hours is too long for him at night and with us living so far from the church the poor child wouldn't get to bed until 10! Since Austin was off today he brought us then just left with Colby at 7.
From what I hear (my mom is one of his teachers) Colby loved the open assembly. I am glad they decided to bring the toddlers in for the meeting time. I knew Colby would love the music and all the excitement! It is so cute to look back too and see him sitting in there like such a big boy! My mom said he clapped and danced along to all the music. After assembly the little ones have dinner delivered to their room which is also awesome! Tonight was hotdogs and a fruit cup. My mom had also brought grapes for the boys! They said he ate like a champ. He also had fun playing in the room. And Austin says he did great at bedtime even without me here! My little man is so big!
Ok onto my class...I am teaching the pre-k class this year. We had 9 children tonight. We had 3 boys and 6 girls. They were all very well behaved. I am the head teacher so I had to prepare and do most of the lesson and activities. It wasn't bad though...I really enjoyed it! I hope the kids are as well behaved every night as they were tonight!
I didn't get home though until about 9:45 so by the time I got ready for bed and watched the news its now 10:45 so I am going to be hitting the hay soon! We have a busy day tomorrow...grocery shopping then day 2 of VBS! I wish I had pictures from today...I had hoped I would have time to go and get some of Colby in his class...hopefully before the week is over!
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Colby's 2nd Birthday!
Colby's cousins Shelbi and Maggie
Colby on his new toy!
The party guests
Colby was not fond of us singing to him!
Everyone in the pool!
enjoying some sunshine!
Colby and Daddy in the pool
Colby's 2nd birthday cake
Opening presents from mommy and daddy at home
Birthday balloons and visit from Mrs. Doris the night before
Today my baby boy turned 2! His birthday party and actual birthday landed on the same day this year which was kinda cool! He woke up to presents first at our house. We got him a tricycle, a Little People farm set, and a truck puzzle.
He thought the tricycle was pretty cool he rode it all around the house...well we pushed him he hasn't quite figured out the peddles yet! Once we were all ready we headed to my parent's house for the party. It started at 10:30 so we had to get on the move. We got there and you could tell Colby knew something was up. He actually had a little "attitude" so I wondered how the day would go. Last year he was very fussy and overwhelmed at the whole idea. I thought this year would be the same. Once people started arriving he put on his "shy" act. He didn't want anything to do with anyone except Austin and I really. He did decide he wanted in the pool though. Once he got out there he slowly warmed up to the idea of so many people around. He put on a show too...they decided to let him go down the pool slide which he had never done before! And ofcourse my daredevil child loved it! He must have done it 10 times or more. He started by going down with Austin at first but by the end was sailing down by himself! Such a mess!
Once everyone was tired of swimming we went in and ate lunch. Colby was so good...he ate and ate. All the kids sat at one table together it was very cute! There were only 4 kids (Shelbi 6, Maggie 3 1/2, Colby 2, and Cade 1.) It was fun watching them all eat and then play together! After the kids ate they all played together for awhile before it was time to cut the cake. Colby at first did not want to stop long enough to have everyone sing to him...but once he saw the candle he was in awe. I think he got a little shy when we all sang to him too! He and I shared a piece of cake...he probably ate about half a piece. I knew he wouldn't eat a whole one nor did he really need to I didn't want any stomach aches this afternoon. He seemed to really like what he ate though...I would say he enjoyed it more then last year for sure!
After cake it was present time. Once again he didn't want to stop from his playing long enough to participate. He was quickly convinced though with the motorcycle toy his mawmaw and pawpaw got for him. Ofcourse though once he saw that he really didn't care about the other things so I opened all the presents for him. He would ooh and ahh over some stuff but not much reaction. I guess atleast we got them opened though...last year we didn't even open them at the party!
When the party was over we came home for naps. Colby did really well though hanging in there and not getting grumpy but we knew he was tired. Heck I was tired! We all rested for a few hours. Then we drove across the river to meet Austin's family for dinner. It was nice to get to hang out with them more. Colby had a blast at the restaurant and back at the hotel with his cousins. They were all so cute running around together! Its fun seeing him interact with them now!
All in all I think Colby had a wonderful birthday! We are so blessed to have so many friends and family who love our child! I know he is going to enjoy checking out all his new toys this week! It was a great day...birthdays are so special and I look forward to enjoying them all with him! I just don't want them to come too quickly! I can't believe he's 2 though! He's doing so many big boy things now! He is pretty much potty trained now and sleeping in a big boy bed! We also plan on getting rid of the paci soon...I wanted to do it today but with VBS all week and me not being here to put him to bed I don't think this is the week to do it so maybe the following week! He goes for his 2 year checkup Tuesday so I am anxious to see how tall he is mainly. We know he weighs about 31 lbs. He still wears a size 2T and probably will for awhile. His clothes fit him perfectly so I expect that he will be 2T until early next year! His growth has slowed down a whole lot! Looking forward to another wonderful year of many memories with him!
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Hair Cut Round 3
Today was Colby's 3rd time getting a hair cut. I chose this week because it was his b-day week and I thought it would be nice to have a fresh cut for his party and birthday. Its also been since March since it was cut and it was longer then it had ever been. Its always bittersweet to me though to get his haircut. He's so cute with it cut but again I like his longer more baby looking hair too. He looks so grown up when its short!
Once again he cried for most of the haircut...I hope he outgrows this one of these days. I think he just doesn't like people fooling with him but he acts the same way with the dentist and doctor! Again I hope he outgrows it one day! Luckily she can get it done in less then 10 minutes so it isn't too much of a disaster! Ofcourse once it was done he was a happy fellow again!
Once again he cried for most of the haircut...I hope he outgrows this one of these days. I think he just doesn't like people fooling with him but he acts the same way with the dentist and doctor! Again I hope he outgrows it one day! Luckily she can get it done in less then 10 minutes so it isn't too much of a disaster! Ofcourse once it was done he was a happy fellow again!
Mommy's Lil Escape Artist
So since we converted Colby's bed to a big boy bed now he has recently discovered how to open his door as well! Its happened about 3 times in the morning and yesterday it happened at naptime. So far it hasn't been a huge problem though because he isn't getting out in the middle of the night. I am trying to not make a HUGE deal out of it yet b/c I think if I do then he will want to do it more...thats just how kids work!
So this morning he got out around 7:30. This was a first for him to come out this early...it was also a first for him to get up while I was in the shower. The other times he has gotton up I have just been checking email or something so it wasn't a big deal...again I didn't make a big deal even this morning because atleast I was up and 7:30 isn't really early or anything. Now if it gets earlier then that or I'm still sleeping then I will be mad....I really didn't like him coming in while I was in the shower because it literally gave me no alone mommy time this morning which I so need! I love that quiet time I usually get before Colby wakes up. I hope this is not an end to that precious time! I need that time!
So this afternoon at naptime...I put him down like usual...he has never tried to escape at the beginning of naptime...yesterday it was around 2:30 and he had pooped so I let him slide then. Well a couple minutes after I put him down he was opening the door! I had to go in and really fuss and spank him. This is the first time I have really gotton upset with him about getting out but I don't want it to become a game. Coming out after all night or after awhile during naptime is one thing. Everyone keeps suggesting a baby gate and it might come to that but I really don't want it to. I want him to be a big boy and enjoy big boy responsibilities. We are going to keep working with him and let him learn the "right" times to enjoy freedom. We will probably invest in a baby gate for when we travel though. I am ok with him getting out at home but on vacation that will make me nervous! So that's all for now...I think he's taking a good nap today I haven't really heard him although we have had 2 very annoying phone calls for the wrong number !
So this morning he got out around 7:30. This was a first for him to come out this early...it was also a first for him to get up while I was in the shower. The other times he has gotton up I have just been checking email or something so it wasn't a big deal...again I didn't make a big deal even this morning because atleast I was up and 7:30 isn't really early or anything. Now if it gets earlier then that or I'm still sleeping then I will be mad....I really didn't like him coming in while I was in the shower because it literally gave me no alone mommy time this morning which I so need! I love that quiet time I usually get before Colby wakes up. I hope this is not an end to that precious time! I need that time!
So this afternoon at naptime...I put him down like usual...he has never tried to escape at the beginning of naptime...yesterday it was around 2:30 and he had pooped so I let him slide then. Well a couple minutes after I put him down he was opening the door! I had to go in and really fuss and spank him. This is the first time I have really gotton upset with him about getting out but I don't want it to become a game. Coming out after all night or after awhile during naptime is one thing. Everyone keeps suggesting a baby gate and it might come to that but I really don't want it to. I want him to be a big boy and enjoy big boy responsibilities. We are going to keep working with him and let him learn the "right" times to enjoy freedom. We will probably invest in a baby gate for when we travel though. I am ok with him getting out at home but on vacation that will make me nervous! So that's all for now...I think he's taking a good nap today I haven't really heard him although we have had 2 very annoying phone calls for the wrong number !
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