Cade's been pretty funny these past few weeks with his "I love you more than..."
Last night my fav was "Mom, I love you more than Daddy loves you and I love Daddy more than you love him."
Now that's a lotta love!!
Glad my kids realize how much we love them AND how much we love each other. Just today at the zoo, Cade asked me for something and I told him no. So, (like any little boy trying to work the system) he went and asked Curt the same question and got the same answer - no. He looked at me in exasperation and said "Why do you have to agree all the time. You can say different things you know??" I just had to grin and keep my chuckles inside. He's becoming much more observant and realizing exactly how our family works - like a team. I hope he always remembers he's a part of our team, not that we're (Curt and I) are a team AGAINST him and Keira.
GO TEAM GRUBB!!!
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Saturday, March 21, 2009
The last few weeks
Since my birthday when the kids and Curt brought me breakfast in bed, Cade has been begging for breakfast in bed on his birthday. So...he got his birthday wish. A beautiful creation made by Mom. Cade was pretty proud of his beautiful pancake and thought he was THE MAN!!
Last Saturday the kids had a skating birhtday party. Just in case anyone is wondering...most 3 and 6 year olds CANNOT rollerskate. My arms were so sore that evening from holding up two very unbalanced children on rollerskates. We did have a lot of fun though. I'm looking forward to when the kids actually can skate and we can all go rollerblading together.
Doing the chicken dance. No skating party would be complete without the chicken dance. We also did the limbo and hokey pokey just for old times sake.
Last Saturday the kids had a skating birhtday party. Just in case anyone is wondering...most 3 and 6 year olds CANNOT rollerskate. My arms were so sore that evening from holding up two very unbalanced children on rollerskates. We did have a lot of fun though. I'm looking forward to when the kids actually can skate and we can all go rollerblading together.
Doing the chicken dance. No skating party would be complete without the chicken dance. We also did the limbo and hokey pokey just for old times sake.
Friday, March 6, 2009
Birthday Bash
It's the birthday boy!!!!
We had Cade's Birthday Party tonight. I really shouldn't say had, the party is still going...I don't think it's gonna quit until the parents come in the morning. Hopefully they'll get a little sleep tonight, otherwise it's going to be a loooong night for Curt 'cause you all know I need my beauty sleep.
Cade had a total of 4 friends come for his party; 2 from school, 1 from church and Caiden Scott. It was nice to put a face with the name for Cade's friends from school, and to be able to meet their parents. We made pizzas, decorated cupcakes, played with just about every toy in the house and had a generally loud, crazy fun time.
Blowing out sparkler birthday candles. Quite the hit with the boys!
Anyone feeling a little silly??
The boys when acting normal. I had to catch it fast before they got crazy again!
We had Cade's Birthday Party tonight. I really shouldn't say had, the party is still going...I don't think it's gonna quit until the parents come in the morning. Hopefully they'll get a little sleep tonight, otherwise it's going to be a loooong night for Curt 'cause you all know I need my beauty sleep.
Cade had a total of 4 friends come for his party; 2 from school, 1 from church and Caiden Scott. It was nice to put a face with the name for Cade's friends from school, and to be able to meet their parents. We made pizzas, decorated cupcakes, played with just about every toy in the house and had a generally loud, crazy fun time.
Blowing out sparkler birthday candles. Quite the hit with the boys!
Anyone feeling a little silly??
The boys when acting normal. I had to catch it fast before they got crazy again!
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Cade's readers theater
This is the first time I've tried using this to upload a video, so I hope it goes well!! This is Cade's play "The Little Red Hen." It's long and not very exciting unless you're family...then you'll love it!! Cade is kinda quiet, so you might want to turn it up loud. Hope you enjoy it!
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Tuesday, March 3, 2009
All about Caden
My Baby is turning 6!!!! Can you believe it???
I know I certainly can't believe it! Since most of you don't get to see Caden on a daily basis, I thought I'd give you all a little run down on what he's up to these days.
-Cade hasn't lost any teeth, but his 2 bottom front teeth are VERY wiggly.
-He's into very "boy" things - Power Rangers (his fav is the blue Ranger...not really sure why), Star Wars (he always has to be Anakin), cowboys and ninjas.
-LOVES playing outside - and I mean REALLY playing outside. Frequently comes home from school covered in mud and dirt and the first thing he wants to do when he gets home is go play in the back yard.
-Is much more comfortable around Reggie (our dog), he actually plays with him when he's outside. This is a huge step for Cade!!
-Is an avid reader, loves reading everything around him. In fact, he asks to keep the cereal box on the table so he can read it while he eats his breakfast. (Remind you of anyone Mom??)
-Must be going through a growth spurt because he eats NONSTOP!
-He's a very adventurous eater - he'll try just about anything. He loves seafood, especially shrimp, and steak. Yep, he's got an expensive palate.
-He's still a sensitive little guy. He doesn't require much discipline other than talking to. Tears come quickly when his feelings get hurt or he's disappointed us.
-I think he's hilarious! I know most parents think their kids hung the moon and I'm no different. He's got his dad's clowning ability and does some great voices and silly faces...unfortunately he's kinda hard to calm down when he's in his wild and crazy mood.
-He was chosen to be a Student Ambassador last semester at school because of his leadership abilities among his peers. Did I mention he LOVES school!
-Caden has several responsibilities at home. They include: setting and helping clear the table after meals, clean his room each night, help Keira in and out of the car, empties small trash cans on trash night, and he helps put away laundry.
-Loves to play on the computer. Has many sites that he frequently asks to play on, many of which he learns about at school.
-Cade is very creative and imaginative. He can sit and play by himself with his toys and books for hours without needing anything. He's really independant in that area. It's really amusing to listen to him playing in the bath and all the silly things he comes up with. Goop Monster and Santa clause are 2 of my favorites during a bubble bath.
-Prefers showers over baths
-Is very concerned about being a good friend. Talks about his friends at school all the time and wants to be a good friend to them.
-Is an excellent cousin to Ethan. He's always watching out for him and trying to "help" him whenever possible.
-Still a movie junkie. He's completely lost to the world when the TV is on. For that reason, our TV is not on very much.
-Doesn't take naps anymore, even when he REALLY needs one. Curt says he's too busy being busy.
-has an amazing memory. Remembers random facts told to him once...such as mom and dad's anniversary!
-refuses to learn to ride a bike...don't know why!!!
-favorite saying "I wish I was grown-up, then I could do whatever I want." He uses that start A LOT - "I wish..." Most of it has to do with his imagination (like wishing he could be a dog so he could run fast), but sometimes he's just wishing for stuff he wants...like toys!
-One surprise for us is that he is still REALLY blond. We figured his hair would start darkening by now (like Curt and I as children) but maybe he'll be more like Uncle Mark and keep his blond hair until his teens!
-A typical day for Caden includes waking up at 7:00, getting dreassed for school, breakfast, and off to pick up our neighbor for school at 7:45. School is over at 3:00 and he goes to to Adventure Club at his school until Curt gets off work at 5:15. They head home for a quick dinner, to the gym so Curt can work out, then home by 7:30ish. Baths, homeworks, books, songs and prayer and it's time for bed!! It's a busy day, but he's doing great and thriving!
-Vital Stats: Weight: 45 lbs, Height: 48 in, shoe size: 12- 13, clothes size 6 - mainly for length, he's still tall and skinny :)
I guess that about sums up my boy in a nutshell. Hope you've enjoyed learning about Caden at 6 years old!!
I love you sweet boy...you'll always be my baby, no matter how old you get!
I know I certainly can't believe it! Since most of you don't get to see Caden on a daily basis, I thought I'd give you all a little run down on what he's up to these days.
-Cade hasn't lost any teeth, but his 2 bottom front teeth are VERY wiggly.
-He's into very "boy" things - Power Rangers (his fav is the blue Ranger...not really sure why), Star Wars (he always has to be Anakin), cowboys and ninjas.
-LOVES playing outside - and I mean REALLY playing outside. Frequently comes home from school covered in mud and dirt and the first thing he wants to do when he gets home is go play in the back yard.
-Is much more comfortable around Reggie (our dog), he actually plays with him when he's outside. This is a huge step for Cade!!
-Is an avid reader, loves reading everything around him. In fact, he asks to keep the cereal box on the table so he can read it while he eats his breakfast. (Remind you of anyone Mom??)
-Must be going through a growth spurt because he eats NONSTOP!
-He's a very adventurous eater - he'll try just about anything. He loves seafood, especially shrimp, and steak. Yep, he's got an expensive palate.
-He's still a sensitive little guy. He doesn't require much discipline other than talking to. Tears come quickly when his feelings get hurt or he's disappointed us.
-I think he's hilarious! I know most parents think their kids hung the moon and I'm no different. He's got his dad's clowning ability and does some great voices and silly faces...unfortunately he's kinda hard to calm down when he's in his wild and crazy mood.
-He was chosen to be a Student Ambassador last semester at school because of his leadership abilities among his peers. Did I mention he LOVES school!
-Caden has several responsibilities at home. They include: setting and helping clear the table after meals, clean his room each night, help Keira in and out of the car, empties small trash cans on trash night, and he helps put away laundry.
-Loves to play on the computer. Has many sites that he frequently asks to play on, many of which he learns about at school.
-Cade is very creative and imaginative. He can sit and play by himself with his toys and books for hours without needing anything. He's really independant in that area. It's really amusing to listen to him playing in the bath and all the silly things he comes up with. Goop Monster and Santa clause are 2 of my favorites during a bubble bath.
-Prefers showers over baths
-Is very concerned about being a good friend. Talks about his friends at school all the time and wants to be a good friend to them.
-Is an excellent cousin to Ethan. He's always watching out for him and trying to "help" him whenever possible.
-Still a movie junkie. He's completely lost to the world when the TV is on. For that reason, our TV is not on very much.
-Doesn't take naps anymore, even when he REALLY needs one. Curt says he's too busy being busy.
-has an amazing memory. Remembers random facts told to him once...such as mom and dad's anniversary!
-refuses to learn to ride a bike...don't know why!!!
-favorite saying "I wish I was grown-up, then I could do whatever I want." He uses that start A LOT - "I wish..." Most of it has to do with his imagination (like wishing he could be a dog so he could run fast), but sometimes he's just wishing for stuff he wants...like toys!
-One surprise for us is that he is still REALLY blond. We figured his hair would start darkening by now (like Curt and I as children) but maybe he'll be more like Uncle Mark and keep his blond hair until his teens!
-A typical day for Caden includes waking up at 7:00, getting dreassed for school, breakfast, and off to pick up our neighbor for school at 7:45. School is over at 3:00 and he goes to to Adventure Club at his school until Curt gets off work at 5:15. They head home for a quick dinner, to the gym so Curt can work out, then home by 7:30ish. Baths, homeworks, books, songs and prayer and it's time for bed!! It's a busy day, but he's doing great and thriving!
-Vital Stats: Weight: 45 lbs, Height: 48 in, shoe size: 12- 13, clothes size 6 - mainly for length, he's still tall and skinny :)
I guess that about sums up my boy in a nutshell. Hope you've enjoyed learning about Caden at 6 years old!!
I love you sweet boy...you'll always be my baby, no matter how old you get!
Sunday, March 1, 2009
What a weekend!
This weekend has been so much fun. First, Friday morning Caden and some of his classmates in the Reader's Theater group performed The Little Red Hen. Curt was able to take off work and video it for me. I would love to put it on here for you, but it's 5 minutes long and I don't think it would let me upload it. If I can figure how another way to do it, I will. It's not very exciting, but it gives you a great idea of what Caden does at school. Curt did take a few pics though. Cade was really excited about it. Here's what he'd like to tell you: "It was exciting. I was Narrator 1. I stood in front of the class and I bowed at the end. I love you!"
Curt and I had planned an overnight getaway to Branson Friday night. We didn't have anything in particular planned, just a chance to getaway from the busyness of life at home and just be us. It was WONDERFUL! We came back Saturday afternoon and have just enjoyed being together as a family all weekend. Thanks to Margaret and Lonnie for watching the kids for us. You are the best and yes, we owe you BIG TIME!! We spent Saturday evening with friends that I haven't had enough time to spend with since school started back this semester, so that was a blessing as well. Oh yeah, it snowed while we were in Branson and we had a beautiful drive back through the hills and mountains. Not a ton of snow, just enough of a dusting to make everything look a little more pristine.
Curt dusting off the car.
We're so goofy...and not very good at taking self-portraits!
Isn't it beautiful!!! Quite a difference from the 70 degree weather we had in the middle of last week!
Curt and I had planned an overnight getaway to Branson Friday night. We didn't have anything in particular planned, just a chance to getaway from the busyness of life at home and just be us. It was WONDERFUL! We came back Saturday afternoon and have just enjoyed being together as a family all weekend. Thanks to Margaret and Lonnie for watching the kids for us. You are the best and yes, we owe you BIG TIME!! We spent Saturday evening with friends that I haven't had enough time to spend with since school started back this semester, so that was a blessing as well. Oh yeah, it snowed while we were in Branson and we had a beautiful drive back through the hills and mountains. Not a ton of snow, just enough of a dusting to make everything look a little more pristine.
Curt dusting off the car.
We're so goofy...and not very good at taking self-portraits!
Isn't it beautiful!!! Quite a difference from the 70 degree weather we had in the middle of last week!
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