Well, as of Sunday, Summer will have officially come to the Phillips house. We finished MOMs last Thursday and finished Bible study on this Tuesday. William finished his second AWANAS book on Sunday and will have his awards ceremony on this coming Sunday. We told him that is when he will "officially" graduate pre-K and then there is a party following with inflatables and activities to kick off the summer. It's going to be great!
Hannah turned 9 months on Sudnay. AH! That was fast. She had her check up today and is long and lean with a big smart brain (29.5 inches and 18lbs respectively). She's did great and didn't even cry when they pricked her finger for a small blood draw. Big girl! She's crawling all over, standing and pushing the walker around like a champ. Any time now she'll surprise us with that first little step. I'm so happy to have been blessed with her! She has started to say "momma" just as much as she says brother, but mostly when she's mad or upset. I hope this is not a foreshadowing of things to come. She's happy to be around people and loves her teacher at church: Ms. Wilma. Each day is a new adventure! We did Hannah's nine month photos at my friend Robin's house. Hannah gave Robin a run for her money by not wanting to stay in place for photos. I'm sure we got a couple of cute ones though despite Hannah's best effort to crawl off.
Robert moved up rooms at church. He did great and likes his new teachers. Having been up at church a lot, he knows most of the of the workers, so he wasn't much of a change really. More than one of them tells me how he is always so sweet. With mother's day coming up, they asked him why he loved his mom (for a project) and his answer, "mommy feeds me, plays with me....just because!" Melt my heart. He tells me he loves me all the time. So stinkin cute! He has got a great imagination too. His favorite game lately to to pretend he has "robot arms" or to build robots out of legos and play with them. A future engineer, maybe? Inventor? Time will tell!
William has had a fascination with math this week (nothing new)...specifically with multiplication. He's been asking Francis and me all sorts of multiplication questions and mulling over the answers. I turned the tables on him on Tuesday. "Hey William, What's 2 times 2." "4" I assumed he was answering like it was 2 plus 2 as he is very good at addition and subtraction. "Okay, what's one times one." "It's one mommy. Anything times itself is that number." I looked a little shocked, but kept going. "What's 3 times 3?" He didn't answer right away so I left to help Robert with something but when I returned he had on an impish smile. "9!" he said without hesitation. I asked him how he did it and he told me that he did three 3s on his hands and then counted. I asked him to do 4 times 4 and he used his toes, but came up with the right answer. Turns out he can do any multiplication problem up to five times four because then "I run out of fingers and toes". He can also multiply any number by zero or one and can multiply by 10 up to 100. Who knew? I'm amazed. Truly amazed.
I think that's it for now. Till next time!
Thursday, April 28, 2016
Wednesday, April 20, 2016
April 20, 2016
Last weekend was Parent Dedication. What is that? It's where parents' dedicate themselves to raising a child (baby) by continually seeking after Christ and following His lead. some call it baby dedication, but not Central.
I promise this life over here is not all sunshine and rainbows, but I do try to put mostly good stuff on here because that is what I want to choose to remember. Till next time!
My parents came in on Saturday. We met them for lunch at Chuy's the kids were delighted to see Sweetie and Papa! After lunch the men took the boys back to the house and my mom and I went shopping with Hannah for a new dress for me. We got new clothes for everyone (except poor Hannah who already had an amazing dress that we just couldn't top). My dress was striped navy and white with a pink belt and we even found shoes to go with it. Hannah was a trooper. I don't get as much time with my mom as I'd like, so this was a special treat. We all had dinner at Grub Burger out on the patio. The weather was just perfect and the company also.
Sunday we all got dressed and headed to church. In addition to my parents, Cyndy, Chris and Abby came up to see the dedication. I'm so happy they did. Hannah wore the cutest petal dress that went from white at the top to dark pink on the bottom. She got many compliments on it. The boys and Hannah were great while we were on stage and only got a little goofy once the service was over and we tried to take pictures. we got a gorgeous family Bible and they prayed over us. It was a special time. Everyone had lunch at BJs to celebrate (with a "kid" end of the table and an adult end). There was laughter and the love there was palpable. I'm so thankful for times like these. Everyone came back to the house. Abby and the boys played a bit before the Boergers and my parents had to head out. I was a little sad to see them go, but its hard to be sad when your heart is so full. Thank you God for family. Especially mine.
Tomrrow is our last MOMs meeting of the year, and William's last ever. He finished "PreK" on Friday and he so excited to start Kindergarten. He keeps talking about what he will do when he's in kindergarten and gets to move over from the preschool building to the children's building at church. We've been praying a lot about what to do with him next year and it looks like I will be joining the ranks of Home school moms. Our church is starting a Classical Conversations group and I feel a tug at my heart that this is where we will be next year. I still have to decide on and order separate literacy and math material, but baby steps! It will all come into place in His time.
Robert is still loving his Batman. My mom got him another batman shirt (and William a superman one) so he can now be Batman every day but Sunday (gotta draw the line somewhere). I'm sure the fascination will wear off but for now if I mention batman, I can get him to do almost anything ("I bet batman would eat his vegetables"). Honestly, it's pretty cute.
Francis got done a little early yesterday and took us out for dinner to Blue Baker. The boys were super excited, and we had a great time as a family. We had to rush to William's skating lesson without dropping Robert, Hannah and me off though, and yet by the grace of God I had accidentally left William's jacket in the car so he wasn't cold during his lesson. Robert and Hannah got to play upstairs as we watched William skate. He's gotten faster than me all of a sudden. I'm amazed!
I promise this life over here is not all sunshine and rainbows, but I do try to put mostly good stuff on here because that is what I want to choose to remember. Till next time!
Tuesday, April 12, 2016
April 11, 2016
It's been a full week and a half.
Sunday before last, Kristi, Gershom, and their three girls came to stay at our house for most of the week. Other than Tuesday during the day and Thursday morning, we hung out with this delightful family! Gershom had a conference on A&M campus, so he and Francis carpooled each day. Momday Kristi and I took all the kids to PetSmart. Then we went to lunch at Chick-fil-a and saw the ever sweet and fun Audrey Brower. the kids played and the ladies got to talk a bit. After a nap and some play at home, we walked with the kids to a nearby park. The walk was warm, but the kids had a blast. We all went out to Dinner in the college station favroite: Double Dave's. The kids had fun eating all the pizza, but especially the dessert pizza. When we finally got the kids to bed, the adults played Settler's of Catan. And I actually won!
Tuesday the kids and I had bible Study and a quiet afternoon, but when everyone arrived home it was a joyous reunion. The boys had very much missed the girls. It was so cute! That night Kristi and Gershom taught us how to play Eucher (sp?). We laughed so hard I'm amazed we didn't wakt the kids. Wednesday Kristi and I took all the kids to the Children's museum here and then out for a picnic lunch. After a brief resting period, we went back out to find a place to do bluebonnet pictures. We were unsuccessful, but we did have fun in Research park and hanging around with some friendly ducks and turtles. One funny thing happened. While we there a man in uniform came up and said, "Don't be alarmed, but some men are about to come through here with fake guns." Sure enough we turned around about 3 dozen men from the corps were in their fatigues carrying weapons. They had just finished their war games and were heading back. The kids thought it was super cool. I'm just glad they warned us! WE finished off the night by all going to Blue Baker and meeting up with our husbands, Tracy and Dave Brower and their kids. The gang was reunited and we all agreed at the end that it had been too long. We are so blessed that God had put such sweet friends in our lives!
Thursday after my moms meeting, The kids and I met up with Tracy, Kristi and their kids at a nearby park for a picnic. We tried to soak in every last minute of them being here. Kristi, Gershom and the kids were gracious enough to stay for dinner (I made tacos) before heading back to Ft Worth. The kids all said fond farewells, and we hope to see them again in July. We could not have asked for better house-guests!
Friday, the kids and I went on a field trip to a hospital where we took a tour or an ambulance and a helicopter. The kids got to look at all the equipment in the ambulance. William got strapped into the board they use to transport people, we saw the helicopter land, and then all the kids (even Hannah) got to sit in the pilots seat. It is not a day they will soon forget. Friday night was Junction (parent's night out). After dropping off the kids at church, Francis took me to Luigi's and we had a delightful time. Somehow we got off on the topic of our honeymoon, and together we recounted all we could remember from it. Each of us had memories the other had forgotten. We had ice cream from Sonic before heading back. I love this man I married.
Saturday William had his next hockey lesson and the Francis took the boys to A&M for a science exhibition. They had a great time and came back with all sorts of stories. Hannah and I went dress shopping with Audrey, and although we had fun I did not end up with a dress.
This week we've been getting back into the routine. The school year is almost over, and I'm sad to see it end. Summer promises new joys and challenges, but I will feel better when we've nailed down what we are going to do in the fall.
William's last week of "school" is this week. He will finish both his books on Friday and I'm sad to see "pre-k" come to an end. He's excited though and who can blame him! He is reveling in the excitement of growing up. He is a delight to my heart and seeing him grow and change gives me a glimpse into how the Father sees us.
Robert is fully in the "me-do" stage. He also likes his privacy. He is pretty much in full time underwear and take himself to the potty. If I barge in when he's going, he kicks me out and tells me to close the door. If only he could give me the same courtesy! I am so thankful for his laughter and silliness. He makes each day more joyful!
Hannah is standing independently now. I think she learned it from Elliana (who is a year old) last week. On Wednesday I turned and she was just standing there holding a toy in her hand and grinning big as day. "When did you learn to do that?" I asked. She just sat down and went on about her business. She's done it a few times since and thinks it is hilarious. she is also getting good at using the push walker instead of the one she sits in. I foresee first independent steps before I know it! Thank you God for her and her infectious energy!
I think that's all for now!
Sunday before last, Kristi, Gershom, and their three girls came to stay at our house for most of the week. Other than Tuesday during the day and Thursday morning, we hung out with this delightful family! Gershom had a conference on A&M campus, so he and Francis carpooled each day. Momday Kristi and I took all the kids to PetSmart. Then we went to lunch at Chick-fil-a and saw the ever sweet and fun Audrey Brower. the kids played and the ladies got to talk a bit. After a nap and some play at home, we walked with the kids to a nearby park. The walk was warm, but the kids had a blast. We all went out to Dinner in the college station favroite: Double Dave's. The kids had fun eating all the pizza, but especially the dessert pizza. When we finally got the kids to bed, the adults played Settler's of Catan. And I actually won!
Tuesday the kids and I had bible Study and a quiet afternoon, but when everyone arrived home it was a joyous reunion. The boys had very much missed the girls. It was so cute! That night Kristi and Gershom taught us how to play Eucher (sp?). We laughed so hard I'm amazed we didn't wakt the kids. Wednesday Kristi and I took all the kids to the Children's museum here and then out for a picnic lunch. After a brief resting period, we went back out to find a place to do bluebonnet pictures. We were unsuccessful, but we did have fun in Research park and hanging around with some friendly ducks and turtles. One funny thing happened. While we there a man in uniform came up and said, "Don't be alarmed, but some men are about to come through here with fake guns." Sure enough we turned around about 3 dozen men from the corps were in their fatigues carrying weapons. They had just finished their war games and were heading back. The kids thought it was super cool. I'm just glad they warned us! WE finished off the night by all going to Blue Baker and meeting up with our husbands, Tracy and Dave Brower and their kids. The gang was reunited and we all agreed at the end that it had been too long. We are so blessed that God had put such sweet friends in our lives!
Thursday after my moms meeting, The kids and I met up with Tracy, Kristi and their kids at a nearby park for a picnic. We tried to soak in every last minute of them being here. Kristi, Gershom and the kids were gracious enough to stay for dinner (I made tacos) before heading back to Ft Worth. The kids all said fond farewells, and we hope to see them again in July. We could not have asked for better house-guests!
Friday, the kids and I went on a field trip to a hospital where we took a tour or an ambulance and a helicopter. The kids got to look at all the equipment in the ambulance. William got strapped into the board they use to transport people, we saw the helicopter land, and then all the kids (even Hannah) got to sit in the pilots seat. It is not a day they will soon forget. Friday night was Junction (parent's night out). After dropping off the kids at church, Francis took me to Luigi's and we had a delightful time. Somehow we got off on the topic of our honeymoon, and together we recounted all we could remember from it. Each of us had memories the other had forgotten. We had ice cream from Sonic before heading back. I love this man I married.
Saturday William had his next hockey lesson and the Francis took the boys to A&M for a science exhibition. They had a great time and came back with all sorts of stories. Hannah and I went dress shopping with Audrey, and although we had fun I did not end up with a dress.
This week we've been getting back into the routine. The school year is almost over, and I'm sad to see it end. Summer promises new joys and challenges, but I will feel better when we've nailed down what we are going to do in the fall.
William's last week of "school" is this week. He will finish both his books on Friday and I'm sad to see "pre-k" come to an end. He's excited though and who can blame him! He is reveling in the excitement of growing up. He is a delight to my heart and seeing him grow and change gives me a glimpse into how the Father sees us.
Robert is fully in the "me-do" stage. He also likes his privacy. He is pretty much in full time underwear and take himself to the potty. If I barge in when he's going, he kicks me out and tells me to close the door. If only he could give me the same courtesy! I am so thankful for his laughter and silliness. He makes each day more joyful!
Hannah is standing independently now. I think she learned it from Elliana (who is a year old) last week. On Wednesday I turned and she was just standing there holding a toy in her hand and grinning big as day. "When did you learn to do that?" I asked. She just sat down and went on about her business. She's done it a few times since and thinks it is hilarious. she is also getting good at using the push walker instead of the one she sits in. I foresee first independent steps before I know it! Thank you God for her and her infectious energy!
I think that's all for now!
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