Gray is on the Move!

Yesterday was full of excitement for our little Baby Gray!
I had a full day of work - spending the day as a Kindergarten teacher (6:45-2:30), seeing 2 First Steps kiddos (2:45-4:45), then returning to school for Kindergarten Transition Night (5:30-6:30). I had not been home or seen my sweet boys all day! Will was with Big C at a birthday party and Mom had the little boys........again.
After leaving school, I rushed to Mom/Dad's to pick up the boys. I walked in the front door to see Little H and Baby G playing in the floor.
Then.............I saw this.............



I couldn't believe it! G had never even attempted to move forward. Until this, he had been content to roll around - our little "tootsie roll." Aunt Shannie was there to capture this sweet moment on her IPhone! I was ecstatic! Shannie and I laughed and cheered! Grandma cried. I have to say - it was pretty sweet. I immediately called Will to share Gray's big accomplishment.

Good luck Grandma, Gray's on the move!

A Bigger, Sweet Voice

We absolutely love Big C's school!!! And this sweet video is just one of the many reasons why!

Other reasons why we love Big C's school:
2) Prayers are said every morning
3) Chapel is every week
4) Songs and praises are learned and sang
5) Memory verses are practiced
6) Little Readers are stories of Jesus and his teachings
7) C is surrounded by sweet little friends and sweet families
8) Teachers are Christians, who teach the truths of Jesus
9) Kindergarten is balanced with teaching and PLAY!
10) High expectations are established and these little kiddos perform!

He looks ready for 1st grade to me!

A Sweet Voice

Tonight while H was in the bath, I was able to capture his sweet voice on video.
Note* the coughing and splashing in the background in our Baby G!

It's never too early to begin learning the truths of Jesus!

Hudson Humor

I have to say, our 2.5-year-old Hudson constantly keeps us laughing. His sweet smiles, the funny things he says, and Kentucky southern accent make him the little boy he is! Clayton was very verbal at this age, though it seems that Hudson is even more so. Maybe due to the fact that he spends endless days with Grandma, big brother, and Mommy, who all do their fair share of chatting!



Just this week, I have been jotting down some "funny Hudson sayings".
Enjoy a good laugh at our sweet son........

1) After running back from the bathroom - H: "I have to go to school in my underwear!"

2) While playing with dinosaurs in the floor - H: "One time the dinosaurs said we are gonna poop in the potty, not in our diaper!"

3) When discussing going to the doctor - H: "Bubby and Gray can go to the doctor. I will sit in the car and wait."

4) After getting Hudson ready to go out for errands - H: "Good job, Mom!"

5) While cleaning Hudson's face at the beauty shop - H: "Mom, I not an orphan (pronounced urphan)!"

6) When I ask him to pick up his toys - H: "I watching the T.V."

7) Today while playing in the floor - H: "I love you, Gray."

8) After waking from his nap - H: "I want my Dad."

9) While I'm cooking dinner and see Hudson on top of Gray - H: "I just want to hold him."

10) When putting on his underwear - H: "Mom, I wanna wear my underwear backwards."
Whatever Hudson. (He likes to see the pictures on the front. At least he's wearing undies)

11) When taking Hudson by the hand to hurry him along - H: "Mom, don't squeeze me!"

12) While our friends Mahlon and Ashley were babysitting - Mahlon says "Hudson, I'll be right back, I'm going to the bathroom." Hudson's reply: "O.K. Mahlon (Ma-win) don't get lost."

Here's to our sweet Hudson - who brings joy and laughter into our home (and a lot of rowdiness!)
We love you!

All Smiles!

This weekend was an absolutely gorgeous two days! I thought I would take this opportunity (since my camera was dead Saturday) to take a few photos of Gray. He's almost 10-months old and it seems like forever since we've had pictures made of him. - Don't worry, I'm scheduling professional ones for early summer! He was all smiles today, playing in the sun, and watching big brothers.












**Note: the Western shirt in these pictures was one that I wore as a baby (it even says "Lauren" on the back). I have taken pictures with each of my boys, in this little shirt. I love it!

Friday's Fab 5 Kid-Friendly Chores

With having three little munchkins, we all have to do our part! Big C is getting to the age where he can, and sometimes wants to help Mommy and Daddy with the chores. He knows that he is a part of the family and he can do his part to help out. And....the quicker we work, the faster we play!
So.....here's to some easy chores that a 6-year-old can help with.

1). Dust - Clayton is able to help dust furniture around the house. Spraying the polish is his favorite part. It may not be perfect, but I would NEVER tell him that!



2). Make his bed - Big C is able to help make his bed. Most mornings Grandma is responsible of making all beds (including mine). - I know pathetic! But on weekends, Clayton does help make his bed and mine too!



3). Packing his school lunch - On days when Clayton chooses a packed lunch over the school lunch, he does help in packing his own lunch. He always wants a sandwich, and is able to make a ham/mustard or peanut butter/jelly sandwich with little assistance. He then stuffs his lunch box with a package of chips, yogurt, fruit, cheese stick or sweet treat and Capri Sun to drink.



4). Laundry - Clayton has always been interested in the laundry. Even as a toddler, I was able to hand him the wet laundry from the washer and he placed it into the dryer. Now, he is able to fold towels and washcloths and helps put away laundry. He is completely responsible for putting his own clothing away!



5). Unload/Load Dishwasher - Clayton does help in the kitchen. He is able to help unload silverware and Tupperware from the dishwasher and putting away all silverware correctly. When loading, I am able to hand him the rinsed dishes and he places them into the dishwasher to be cleaned.



Just think......give him a couple of years and he will be mowing the yard, washing cars, vacuuming, mopping - you name it!

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Baby Trinket of the Week - The Skwish


Gray and Cousin Adalyn love to much on this adorable toy! It is easy to hold, chew, and squeeze. A little easier to hold and manage than wooden beads or balls, the strings in this toy make is super flexible and super fun. We love it!