What do you do when you are bored??

Boredom. We all experience it at one time or another. But what do you do to pass the time? I like to read or watch some mindless TV. Well, listen to the tales of a 2 year old. I have to give her some credit...how did she think of this at the age of 2??

Madeline has been in day care since she was 9 weeks old. It's a daily routine that she is used to and I think she really enjoys. She recently got 'promoted' to the Preschool 1 class, which is for 3 year olds. She was the oldest 2 year old in the "Two's" and lately her teachers have noticed that Madeline has been 'acting out' and getting in trouble for doing thing that are very out of character for the Madeline at day care (note: I think she has 2 personalities, one at day care and another at home). Nothing bad, just little things. Since these things are so out of character for her, they came to the conclusion that she was bored in the 2 year old class. We made the decision to move her up where she will have more stimulating activities and less down time.

So, what does a 2 year old do when she is bored. Here is one example. Since Madeline is the oldest, she pretty much does everything on her own, including bathroom trips. She can take care of business on her own and she is able to reach the soap and turn the water on and off. On a recent trip, they noticed that Madeline was in the bathroom for a long time, so they decided to check on her. What did they find? Madeline had taken a wad of paper towels, stuffed them down the sink and proceeded to turn on the water and flood the bathroom. Her reaction? That sweet little "what" smile with her head cocked ever so slightly and her hands up in the "I don't know position."

Ahhhhh, I am so proud!!!

Fall in North Carolina

This past weekend we went to Samantha's one year birthday. We had a great time, some good grub and great family time.

The evening then progressed to this.....a bunch of people who are probably a little too old to be attempting forward and backward rolls.

Chris was quick to show off the forward roll.

Then Aunt Bernie joined in

Even Layla was wondering what in the world they were doing. She had to check out Bernie to make sure she was OK.

After being shown up by the younger cousins Johnathan and Angela, Chris decided it was time to take on the backward roll.

His first few tries were unsuccessful.

Then Johnathan gave some lessons.

Finally, Chris made it over

check out the face.....

Fall

Well, fall is finally upon us. I think we are past the random 90 degree weather that usually pops up here in NC. It is officially hoodie weather, and I couldn't be happier!!

Here are some pics of our recent fall outings:

Pickin' Pumpkins at the NC State Farmers Market

The NC State Fair:

Checking out the big pig

Feeding the goats

Smile. This is the apple she 'bought' with the money she made from harvesting her crop at the Farm Bureau 'farm'.

She thought the chickens were so cool.

And for a bit of ag nerdiness...here is a picture of the Grand Champion Barrow.

Jesus Messiah

After hearing Daddy play "Jesus Messiah" 524,235 times, Madeline has mastered the song.


Here are the lyrics she is singing:

Jesus Messiah
Name above all names
Blessed Redeemer
Emmanuel
The rescue for sinners
The ransom from Heaven
Jesus Messiah
Lord of all

Tales from the beach

Last weekend we took a long weekend and headed to Myrtle Beach, SC. We usually hit MB every year once the vacation crowds have gone for a weekend of shopping, pool time and a little bit of beach time.

Last year Madeline wasn't too big on the beach. She liked looking at the ocean from a distance, but she wanted no part of the water or sand. This year started off a little shaky, but she did venture out to make some sand castles- as long as the water didn't touch her.


MB is great for shopping. Lots of outlets- and someday I'm sure that Madeline will actually enjoy shopping. Luckily many of the outlets have lakes with fish to feed, toys to ride on and goofy cut outs to pose with.

Out trip ended with a trip to Ripley's Aquarium. Now this Madeline LOVED. She is still talking about the sharks, Nemo and the sea horses. (Note: bad mommy- camera betteries went dead...).



Only one bad thing to report. Our first meal in MB was at the new Mellow Mushroom. YUM-O we thought- something good and familiar. The service was HORRIBLE, the pizza did not meet the usual Mellow Mushroom standard....and Madeline refused to eat the pizza...in fact she was scared of it. Chris would put a piece next to her and she would squeal and say NO. Sorry to disappoint, Sellers!!

Happy Birthday, Uncle John