So last Friday Noah was playing soccer at the neighbor's house. After retrieving the soccer ball from a window well, Noah fell back and hit the metal edge of the well. I was sitting in my office and next thing I know I look out the window and see Noah with blood all over his head/neck/back, totally bawling. Who knew heads bleed so much? (Did I mention he was wearing a brand-new shirt?) At any rate, it took me a few minutes to see where it was coming from. I cleaned him up a bit, took a picture (as any cruel, blogging mother would do) and headed off the the Urgent Care.
Good news: The doctor said I wasn't overreacting. It was not that long, but actually pretty deep. The shot was a bit traumatic for him, but we made it through. Four staples, ten days worth of antibiotics, and topical goo later, he is looking and feeling fine. The biggest bummer was that I could not wash his sweaty head for two days.
Sorry if the pics are a little too graphic, but it's for posterity's sake. Just be glad I cleaned up most of the blood before I shot it. If you try really hard you can see the staples in the close-up.
Did you know how LUCKY I am? Yep, it's true. One of the LUCKIEST you'll ever meet actually. See, I am married to an amazing man, who happens to be my best friend (not to mention he is a hot babe, and I mean smokin'!). I know! And not only that, but I also have the three cutest kids EVER! Their smiles can just melt your heart into a million pieces and their hugs and indescribable. Now, I am not trying to make you GREEN with envy, but my life just gets better and better!
I love ST. PATRICK's DAY! Maybe it is because green is my favorite color, or because it is my wonderful dad's birthday (yet another reason I am LUCKY). But, whatever the reason, I love it! We had GREEN SHAMROCK pancakes over the weekend, so it was GREEN eggs and sausage for breakfast this morning. I also found this adorable POT-O-GOLD filled with GREEN hot chocolate. Yum-o! Zoe and Noah loved it! Jonah, however, was not about to touch, let alone eat, anything GREEN so he opted for brown chocolate milk in a GREEN sippy cup. I sent the kids a chocolate donut with GREEN sprinkles in their lunch to keep the GREEN going.
Of course, PINCHES are in large supply around here, so be sure you are wearing GREEN. My kids made sure to go to bed in pajamas with GREEN on them so they would not get PINCHED this morning. Noah chose GREEN socks to keep from being PINCHED at school, and Zoe went for GREEN polka dot leggings under her jumper. They began plotting this morning how to trick people into thinking they were not wearing GREEN so they could return the PINCHES ten-fold. Funny kids!
On the agenda today: CORNED BEEF and CABBAGE, POTS of GOLD for the kiddos, and the Relief Society Birthday Party stuff. I've got my GREEN sweater ready to go and am ready for a great day. Hope you're feeling LUCKY today too! Frankly, I couldn't feel LUCKIER! :)
So I was in my office tackling my filing when J came in. His movie was bored so he came in to play with mom. Nothing out of the ordinary. He climbed on my chair, desk, back and all around, just like usual.
Then the phone rang. It was my mother-in-law. I set my filing aside and started cutting out some violin cards for Zoe while we talked and Jonah climbed on my back. He started getting quieter, which I thought was huge for him to be considerate while I was on the phone. But then instead of wiggles, I realized not only was he still, but he was getting heavier and his hand had fallen to my side.
No way...Yes way! He totally fell asleep standing in my chair, leaning on my shoulder while I had a phone tucked on my other shoulder just chatting away. I hopped off the phone with Irene and called Chris to tell him to hurry into the house. The photos show the proof.
P.S. I am not normally so hunched, but I had a three year old on my back.
Well, the new Nordstrom store is finally open and it was time to see Zoe's completed tile in person. We met up with the Parker's for the big reveal. They gave the girls these adorable lunchboxes with breakfast inside (granola bar, yogurt, fruit cup, and a bug egg with treats inside) and had a spread of juices, muffins, bagels and the likes for the parents. Of course there was entertainment too, balloon hats were a must.
Nordstrom ended up choosing the tiles that were actually the girls' second choice. They were a little disappointed, but it was still fun to see their artwork have a permanent home. They turned out adorable and are a lasting memory.
P.S. I don't know what the problem is with Slide. If you want to see the pics, click on View All Images. Sorry!
Jonah started his big day with a haircut by Shayla. Of course, he didn't want his hair fixed beyond that, but it was his day so I didn't push it. Then we decorated Indy-style for the big 3 party. He didn't feel what we had was sufficient, so we headed to the store for balloons to finish things off.
That afternoon we headed to Build-a-Bear with J's best bud Ryan. They both chose to build monkeys. They stuffed, kissed the hearts, bathed and then got them all dressed up. Jonah chose a Batman costume and Ryan a cub scout uniform. Jonah was in serious need of a nap, so his patience wasn't really there for the birth certificate creation, which means Chris' patience was about spent as well. :) He got to ring the birthday bell as we checked out, but had to plug his ear because it was too loud.
By the time we got home, Jonah was in serious need of a N-A-P. He was on a time-out in his room when he decided to come out in his birthday suit and treat us all to a "naked boy" dance. I was able to coax him into clothes just in time for his guests to arrive.
We had Nana Z, Grandma & Grandpa Hardman, Kerilyn, Adam & Jenn and the Madsens over for presents, cake and ice cream. In our family it is all about the chocolate, and Jonah is no exception. As a matter of fact, he is probably worse than the rest of us. He wishes he could get chocolate milk in IV form to keep a constant flow.
He received and Indy collection, Indy Jeep and guys, Buzz Lightyear and Woody, swim rockets, squirt gun and rash guard, Buzz kite, and another train for his set. He was spoiled as usual and has been loving playing with all his new things. Thanks to everyone for his great gifts!
I am trying to come to terms with the fact that he is now three, but I have to admit it is a little hard. This year has been really fun with J. He is my best bud and I can't imagine a day without him. He makes me smile constantly. Some of the things that I love about Jonah...
When I say "I Love You" and he says "Too"
When he tries to sign "I Love You" with his little hand
When he cuddles with me and puts his hand on my face
When he tells me I am the best mom ever
When he goes through the best friend list, "Ryan's a best friend, Noah's a best friend, Dad's a best friend, Mom's a best friend and Zoe's a best friend!"
When he talks out of the side of his little mouth
When he give me the "pleeeease" with a big cheese to get just what he wants
When he used to say "so bad" after everything last summer..."I need a tookie so bad!"
How he cares for and loves all the little ones in nursery
Watching him play and his animated facial expressions that are hilarious
His little wet kisses
Holding his little, but growing bigger every day, hand
I love you so much my little J! Happy Birthday Big Boy!
Zoe had her first dance competition of the season yesterday. And guess what....they took FIRST PLACE! She was so excited. It was a great way to start the season.
They have a really fun dance this year. They dance to the "Wild Mike" song on Barnyard (Wild and Free is the actual name). Zoe loves her "fat farmer" costume, which I think she looks adorable in. She, and the rest of the girls, have been working so hard to get ready for this and it really paid off. (I'll post a video another time, since the one I took did not turn out too well.)
Zoe & her cute teacher Amber doing make-up.
I don't know what it is, but the moment they started coming out on stage I got totally choked up. I am not even pregnant! I was so proud and excited for her. Maybe it was just emotion overload or something, but it took serious concentration not to let actual tears fall. Just feeling all that she was feeling or something. Guess I'm becoming a softy!
Way to go Zoe, I am so proud of you sweetheart!
P.S. So, I get a call from the studio director on Monday before dance. There were planning to surprise the girls with some BIG news. Not only did they get first place, but they were also awarded GRAND CHAMPIONS, High Point Award for their division! WOW! Unfortunately, only half of the girls were there to hear the news. I think they were excited, but stunned.
Zoe & her cute teacher Amber doing make-up.
