A view into my adventures at 41,000 feet and below. These days, I am more of a Stay At Home Mom, but for about 3-4 days a month, I work as a Flight Attendant. My husband, Lewis, and I were married in April 2008. We have two sons, Britton and Bishop. In all, my life rocks! And any kooky or interesting thing that happens, I'll try to share.
The MDO that the boys attend put together a Mother's Day Tea to celebrate moms and Mother's Day.
Britton and Bishop are in different "wings" of the school meaning there were two different programs. So I decided to take Bishop with me to Britton's program so I wouldn't have to divide my time.
Snacks and drinks were served and it was nice to see all the moms with their kids. I am so blessed to be able to have a flexible schedule so I can be with my kids when they have functions like this.
I love these two boys. Thank you for making me a mother!
Mementos of the day
Britton was very proud of his "flower". He was very detailed in explaining to me how he made the flower with the hands and the petals with his fingertips.
I'm so glad these boys have each other. They are very much at the age where they are each others playmate and also protector.
We were at Chik Fil A one evening for dinner. I don't let the kids play until they've eaten a good amount. Both kids know this and ate well. I cleaned them up and I followed them into the play area to make sure they had taken their shoes off and all of a sudden Bishop comes towards me crying a "my feelings are hurt" cry. A little boy of about age 3 had told him to get away from him and that he couldn't play in a certain area.
I opened my arms to Bishop and loudly said to the room that it wasn't nice to hurt other's feelings and that the play area was for ALL kids. I picked up Bishop and went back to sit down. A lady asked me who made him cry and I described the boy. It was her son. She went and retrieved him and grudgingly made him apologize. By then, Bishop was in a better mood and went to join Britton in playing.
I took Bishop to the entry of the play area and told Britton to take care of his brother. A few minutes later, I'm watching through the window and I see the same 3 yr old boy pointing his finger in Bishop's face and yelling at him. I get up to take care of Bishop and when I open the door, Britton has beat me to it and I hear "Don't be mean to my brother!". I was SO proud of him for defending Bishop. That kid may have been bigger than Bishop, but Britton was bigger than that kid. The kid stepped away and didn't bother Bishop anymore. I just told Britton I was proud of him and went back to watching through the window.
A few minutes later, Britton comes out and wants me to help lift up Bishop to the next "level" of the play area. I told him I couldn't go it and he should figure out how to help his brother. He ran back in and attempted to pick up Bishop by his feet. Which obviously didn't work. And then he tried pulling him up by his arms. Which didn't work either. He finally figured out to lift him by wrapping his arms around his knees. The look on Bishop's face when he had access to the top level was priceless. His big brother made it possible. I tell them all the time that "brothers are brothers forever"...and that they need to look out for each other.
Not to say that these brothers don't argue and fight. Because they do! But I also know they love each other. I've started asking Britton how he "shows" his love for Bishop because I think thinking about the action that shows love shows Britton it's not enough to just SAY it. Britton will answer the question by saying, "I hug him". "I share with him". "I push him on the swing".
The boys wanted waterguns. I didn't want to keep refilling them. A bright idea struck me to use spray bottles. PRESTO! Water "guns" that don't need refills as often!
Britton and Lewis were sitting on the couch. When Bishop saw that, he immediately ran over and scooted himself onto Lewis' lap.
In Britton's bed before bedtime.
Our babysitter. The boys LOVE her. And I'm pretty sure she is smitten by them.
A sweet friend picked up Britton and took his to a Super Hero/Armour of God time at our church one Sunday. He had a great time and I am so grateful for the generosity of friends!
Silly moustache. He refused to get his face painted.
Showing off his balancing skills.
He was a king, a gold medalist and a superhero all in one day.
Breakfast
Torn knees. He tells me it's okay because "you will fix it, Mami".
With his beloved Paca and Mema
Mowing like Daddy. He insists on wearing his "eye protection".
More balancing
Using the small vacuum
Making a quesadilla.
He played hopscotch with some kids at the park
Jumping into the foam pit
Mowing. I love how he takes it so seriously.
He got this "hopper" for his birthday and loves it. He is singing, too.
He is now facing forward because he outgrew the rear facing limits on his Britax Blvd. I am actually quite surprised at myself for rearfacing for 2 years. I know it's safer, and I'm glad I did it, but I wasn't as diligent with Britton.
My baby turned 2!. This is the age Britton was when Bishop was born and I remember thinking Britton was so grown. I guess he wasn't because I certainly don't think Bishop is so grown!
His birthday fell on a Sunday when Lewis and I were both sick and felt like death. But we did buy him a cupcake and sing to him. He got a little tricycle as his present.
My Bishop is talking up a storm! He is also getting some attitude. He loves to say "O-KAY!" with a bit of sass. I know he has picked up some not-so-good habits at his school
He still loves his pacifier and blankie. Heaven help you if you don't have those two things when he wants them. He loves playing with his brother, until someone gets a toy taken away or bonked on the head.
He is in a size 7.5 shoe, a size 5 diaper, 2T clothes, with some 3T tops. He is sleeping well, but wakes up every once in a while wanting a drink. He is still in the crib, but I'd like to move him to a twin bed. He takes one nap a day, from 1-330/4pm.
He loves going to check the mail, riding his plasma car, swinging, playing with trucks, and singing along in the car. He knows the majority of the songs on the kids CD in my car. He can count to 11 and can even count backwards sometimes. He can correctly identify the color orange and will tell you that he is 2, while holding up 4-5 fingers.
He runs and greets me and Lewis when he hasn't seen us for a while. It's awesome. :) He loves to put his PJs alongside Britton and snuggle with him while I tell a story or read a book and do prayers. Britton wants him to sleep with him, but I know it'd be a disaster.
I love this kid. I can't imagine our family without him!
We celebrated with Papa Murphy's pizza, two kids, and a trip for me to Urgent Care.
However, come the end of June, Lewis and I will be taking a belated honeymoon/5th anniversary trip to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. We are staying at an all inclusive, adults only luxury resort and we could not be more excited! We are even flying first class!
I'm so thankful to God for providing this man to me. For all he brings to my life and for being the father to my handsome sons. He has made me a better person all around. I truly cannot imagine being married to anyone else and am contentedly excited to spend the rest of my life with him.
I chose to do a dual birthday party for the boys since their birthdays are about 2 weeks apart. The week in between was perfect. I hope they are keen on sharing a party for several more years.
The party was at a local gymnastics place called Cheer Texas. They have in ground trampolines, a bouncy house, a foam pit, a long trampoline runway, and a large floor area. The boys love going there occasionally for free play so I knew it'd be a fun place for a party!
We chose a mid morning time slot and it worked out so well! It allowed the kids to get some energy out (resulting in good naps!) and freed up the rest of the day for us!
I was so busy running around that I didn't really get good pictures. My SIL took some and that's what you'll see below.
Before we left the house
Bishop jumping into the foam pit. My dad lost his eyeglasses in the foam pit when he jumped in. My BIL and nephew dug to the bottom and found them for him!
Bishop clapping after we sang to him
Britton blowing out his candles
Britton with his cousins
Bishop
Bishop
Getting a decent picture of these two proved futile!
Our neighbors behind us are moving out of state. They so generously gifted their swingset to us. It is incredible and we are so grateful. The boys love it and play on it daily. Lewis and my dad put a new "roof" on the fort. I know it will get lots of use this summer and in years to come!
