Denver, CO

Last weekend we went to visit this great couple in Denver, CO.

That's Uncle Wes and Aunt (Gail) Gamma.  We also had a chance to see some of Tom's cousins and their kids too.

After an afternoon and evening of traveling we slept for approximately 6 hours, and we found ourselves driving up into the mountains.  I know.  We barely said hello before we were off, but we wanted to avoid the weekend rush on the mountains, so we decided to ski on Friday, our first day in town. 

Micah was pumped to ski for the VERY FIRST TIME!

He didn't really remember what snow was either, so he was pretty excited about that too.

First, we had to get Micah registered for ski school.

I opted out of skiing for the day in case Micah freaked out when we left him with a bunch of strangers in a foreign place. Besides, I wanted some time to relax alone, sip some coffee, read a magazine, etc. [my feelings weren't hurt one bit by not being able to ski]. 

He did outstanding in ski school.  He didn't get upset when we left him. He was thrilled to get out there.  He'd raise his hand to try every new move first in his class.  I was so proud of him.

Meanwhile, Tom snowboarded for several hours. 

Ski school ended around 3.  Everyone was pooped, but before we left Micah asked to build a snowman.  Well, snowman building quickly turned into a snowball fight and lots and lots of giggles. 

Day 1 of our trip was spectacular!  Micah can't wait to go back to ski school.

(BTW, I'm finally caught up on the laundry.  It's past my bedtime though.  I'll be back soon with the rest of the trip.)

Where Have We Been?

Here are a few hints:

I'll be back with more when I catch up on the laundry.

Soccer

I had no idea my son loved soccer so much until he was begging me to go outside one morning and it was only 38 degrees. 

Unfortunately, his birthday was too late to start playing with a league this year, but hopefully next fall I'll get to claim my full Soccer Mom status.

Instead of playing with a league, I signed him up for Soccer Shots through his school.  A soccer coach comes to his school once a week and they work on different skills with the kids for about 45 mintues.  He loves it!  He's good too! 

Move over David Beckham.  HA!

Spring Glorious Spring

I had a date Saturday with my 3-year-old little man.  I took him to his first 3-D movie, Dr. Seuss' The Lorax.  He thought the glasses were cool and made me keep his pair rather than recycling them at the end.  It's a good movie.  I recommend it for the 3-and-up crowd.  By the end Micah was singing "Let it grow, let it grow, let it grow". 

Since the movie, I've been craving some relief from the rain and a little springtime weather.

God Is Good!

After church today, the clouds cleared from the sky and the sun was shining.  I opened the windows to air out the house and the whole family dispersed into the backyard.

My canas are sprouting.

 My daffodils are on the verge of blooming.

Micah and I kicked the ball around.

And, of course, we snuggled with Silas.

Micah even did a little weeding digging in the dirt.

Hello Spring!  We're so happy to see you again.

Family

Gotta love Groupons!  I had another one for portraits at JC Penney that was about to expire, so I bribed Micah with pizza.  Tom actually went willingly this time.  Silas doesn't really mind going yet.  As long as there's milk nearby he's happy. 

Micah: 3 1/2 years old

Silas:  4 months old



The Rattlers

Hooray!  It's Blastball Season!

Back in the fall I mentioned that I'd signed Micah up for Blastball, a younger version of t-ball. 

Last Saturday was his first practice.  Below is a picture of Coach J teaching Micah about his stance.

There are seven little boys on his team.  One parent related coaching t-ball to herding cats.  I'll admit it's rather entertaining.  They're so unpredictable.

Getting a few pointers about 1st base, the only base in blastball, from the other Coach J.

And the best part of all:  Honking 1st Base

Our first game is March 31st.  I can't wait to see him in his uniform even if their colors are maroon and white.

Silas - 4 Months Old

Tidbits About Our Chunk

• Weight:  16 lbs 4 oz (67%)
• Length:  25.7 in (76%)
• Head Circumference:  16.75in (79%)
• He's wearing 9 month clothes and size 2 diapers
• We started poking rice cereal in his mouth.  He pokes it right back out.
• He still doesn't care too much for tummy time. 
• He's discovered his hands. 
• He shakes and chews his toys.
• He slept 6 hours straight one night.  Once.
• He likes getting naked for bathtime.
• He's lost most of his hair except a mohawk on top and a mullet in the back.