Jackson's Birthday Party

One of James' friends from school, Jackson, has his birthday party this afternoon. We went to McDonald's to join in on the fun. First, the kids ate Happy Meals and then they played until their heart was content. For about 2 hours, James was on turbo speed. Lilly (who wasn't technically invited to the party) wasn't going to be left out. She was right in the middle of the action and even sat next to the birthday boy when it was time for cupcakes!

Doctors Visit

James and Lilly had to both go to the doctor this afternoon for their well check-up visits. Unknown to them, it was time for them to receive one of their immunizations. So, they were also getting a shot!

One of Trevor's favorite things to do is pick on James. Every time we have to go for a doctor visit, Trevor tells him that he's getting a shot. Today, James kept picking on Lilly telling her that she was going to get a shot. He didn't think that it was so funny once he realized what he was in for!

They both did very well. Neither one of them cried, they just wined for a minute. As a treat, we went to dinner at their favorite deli and they were able to get some ice cream for dessert!

Honor Roll

I am so proud of Trevor. He is doing such a good job in his first year of middle school. Report cards came home again this week and he was on the A/B Honor Roll again! He actually only has one B and the rest A's, so I think that he is doing excellent!

Since the beginning of this school year, I can tell that he has matured alot. There are many factors that are attributed to that maturity. I believe that middle school has been big part of that, as well as his development and responsibilities in our household. He has been given certain chores and tasks to do around the house and once those are done, he is rewarded. In addition, he is looked at as a role model by his siblings. This not only encourages him to make the right choices, but to do the right thing.

Play Ball!

James is going to be playing "smart start" baseball this spring. He has been wanting to play ball since he was big enough to hold one. The town of Huntersville offers a pre-tee ball program to 3 and 4 year olds. He is so ready to be like his big brother. He can't wait! Last night, we went to Dick's Sporting Goods to pick up some new baseball gear for Trevor. James had to have one of everything, too. As soon as we got home from school this afternoon, he was ready to practice. He can't wait until the ump says "PLAY BALL!"

On the Road Again!

Todd left for California again this morning. This is his thrid trip to the state in as many months. He will be gone for 16 long, long days. This time, he is in San Jose. He is there on business learning about new Cisco products and getting a few new certifications. It is going to be a hard few weeks for him, but it will be worth it in the end. I am so proud of him. He is very motivated and gives it his all. Not just in work, but everything that he does in life!

Ice Cream

Today was a beautiful day! Todd took Trevor and Josh to the skatepark so I decided to take James and Lilly to get some ice cream. It is such a treat to go to Bruster's. They love eating ice cream and the little carousel always makes them happy. This is one of those days that you can say "Life is Good!"

Time to eat!

Lilly got a new kitchen from Santa this year. She loves to put on her apron and hat and do some cookin'. This morning, she was making hot dogs and pretzels for breakfast. What could be better??