Blast from the Past

I thought it would be fun to share our pasts. Not only is it fun to look through old photos, but fun to share them with people that don't know that side of a person. So look for more Blasts from the Past to come!


In this photo: Jonathan Walter (around 6 months I'm guessing) with me (age 10). I loved being a little mother and must have been a good one (and bossy one I've been told) because Jonathan called me Mother when he would get mad at me for telling him to do something. I'm sure he would look back now and say he really appreciated all the extra mothering he got! Ha Ha


Like Father, Like Son

Cloned! I guess we know what Kaleb will look like when he grows up. Left; Eric, age 2 1/2, Kaleb, age 2 1/2.

Finished Project

A Beautiful SITE

Eric's building accomplishments never cease to amaze me. Thought I would share the latest project he just finished up. This cabin is already so charming, but the owner wanted to add a bedroom addition. I don't know how he did it, but he managed to make the addition look as if it were part of the original building. Good job honey!

Sick, Sick, and more Sick

THE TROOPER Can't tell here, but this is one sick little guy.


There's nothing fun about being sick, but especially when you have two kids sick and a mommy and daddy that are sick too. That has been the case for the past 2 weeks. It started out with Jaxon having an ear infection and Kaleb waking up with terrifying croup. Just when we thought we were on the mend, we got slammed with what we think was RSV and Jaxon's ear infection was still an issue. Not to mention, the amoxicillin he was on for the infection caused an allergic reaction and he broke out in a terrible rash from head to toe. It looked alarming but I don't think he was in any discomfort. Eric and I also came down with bad colds and coughs and are having a hard time getting over it because of the lack of sleep we've been getting. (Sorry if this is too graphic, but I don't think anyone believed how bad the rash was, the picture really doesn't do it justice :)




Needless to say, we've been laying low, wiping a lot of snotty noses, watching cartoons that are about to make me crazy & just trying to get through this time of sickness.



Yes, this is cute, but Elmo needs to stop talking now! :)

THIS and THAT

My son, the commander in chief, of his clothing. It could be a daily battle if I let it, but I have finally learned this battle is NOT worth fighting :) (learned that the hard way) Kaleb is really particular when it comes to his outfits. And when he finds something he likes, he really holds onto it, i.e. wears it over, and over and over again. Take for instance his Peyton Manning #18 jersey he got for Christmas. Most nights, the jersey is worn under or over his PJ's. I literally have to hide it from him after about 3 days so I can throw it in the wash without his knowledge. But, he still asks where it's at. His clothing can be summed up in three categories.

1. WORK CLOTHES
2. COWBOY CLOTHES
3. FOOTBALL CLOTHES

He came up with these categories all on his own, I might add, and each day it's pretty hilarious to watch which category he's "feeling

Fashion Statements





The notorious #18 Jersey.

New cowboy boots were worn to bed with PJ's. We were going to take them off after he fell asleep, but we fell asleep too so the boots were worn in bed the whole night.

MILESTONES

From introducing solids to Jaxon and watching him (finally) roll over, to having full success in potty training Kaleb, we've been accomplishing many firsts around here as of late! I will let the images speak for themselves.



Kaleb loves to assist in all things concerning Jaxon, especially feedings. Kaleb even dips his fingers in the baby food and takes a few tastes, claiming he likes baby food. Whether he does or not, I'm not sure, but I do know he is very enthusiastic about trying all the baby food and eating biter biscuits. One morning he even requested to have baby oatmeal (blah) for breakfast. I fixed it for him and he ate the entire bowl.






I got really lucky and caught Jaxon rolling over the second time!



I love watching Kaleb paint. He's probably the tidiest little painter I know. He doesn't enjoy getting paint on his hands or anywhere else ( I think my neat freakness may be rubbing off - is that a good or bad thing I wonder? ) He's learning to paint squares and triangles and doing a great job!

Snow Much Fun

There's really nothing like being able to go out and play in the snow on a sunny winter day. And we did just that. While home at Sheridan for the weekend (they had much more snow than we did) we took the opportunity to enjoy the winter day. Kaleb and Madeline loved the snow fort Uncle Mike and I built for them. And, ironically, Mike and I loved it too. Kind of felt like a kid again out playing with my brother. As I reflect back on that thought, we spent countless hours outside as kids. Now as a mom, I can appreciate why my mom always told us to bundle up and get outdoors. :) It was probably the best way for her to have a break from us and enjoy some much needed quietness! And it was good for us kids to get the fresh air and sunshine. I must confess I'm really thankful that my boys will grow up having each other to play with. It makes it all the more fun to have a buddy.

GO, GO-CART
Probably the most fun was getting out the go-cart and four wheeler and pulling Kaleb and Maddy behind on the sled. My other brother Jon joined in on the fun by spinning wheelies in his Fiat. I failed to get a picture of that but trust me, it was a site to see with him spinning around, snow flying up, top off and all!



It was so pleasant out that we decided to build a fire in the fire pit out back and roast marshmallows. The kids had so much fun roasting, um I mean scorching, marshmallows :) Jaxon got in on all the fun too. I bundled him up and he enjoyed a couple hours outside in his baby jogger getting some sunshine and watching the activities. It was a really great weekend!