It's In The Box

The other day we were at our friend Rachel's house and she had two large boxes in the living room that the kids were playing with. The kids were really enjoying it, especially Liam. So when the twins new duvets arrived in a large cardboard box, I decided to keep it for them. Well, this box has provided them with endless fun this entire weekend. Another perfect example of how the simplest things can be so much fun while engaging their imagination. This box has been all sorts of things, a hide out, their house, a store, etc.etc. and the imagination continues. The only down part of the whole thing is that only two fit in at a time and all three want to be in it, plus a cat or two.

Entertainment or Bedding

Finally bought the boys bedding for their new beds. I bought down-alternative duvets during Macy's memorial day sale (score!) but had been unable to decide on the rest. I settled on chocolate brown duvet covers with this fun letter and number sheeting. This morning I washed it all and made their beds. The boys were pretty excited about it and the sheeting has initiated a series of alphabet singing and counting. Hmmm... not sure if this is going to be a problem. We'll soon find out.

Teacher's Memory Pages

With Aidan's preschool coming to an end and his graduation just a week away, there's a series of projects and activities the parents are working on for teacher appreciation week. We had to put together 5 memory pages (4 teachers and the director) which will be compiled with the other kids to make memory books for each teacher. These will be presented to them as thank you gifts on graduation day. So I chose a couple of pictures of Aidan and had Aidan give me a quote regarding what he liked about each teacher. One project done, several more to go...

Luau

Today, Max and I attended Aidan's annual preschool luau. The kids dress up in outfits they made and perform a series of songs and chants. Aidan being his shy self appeared stunned with stage fright however, towards the end of the program he was warming up to the crowd. He even had a part in one of the performances where he faced the rest of his classmates holding up a sign to cue through the song. The boys did a Hawaiian chant that left us impressed. Following the performance we watched a volcano erupt (baking soda and vinegar with orange dye) then the parents got to hang out and indulge in food with the kids. Fun festivities for all.

Dentist Visit

Miles and Liam had their first visit with the dentist. We were called in right away as soon as we arrived. The boys both looked bewildered as to where we were. Despite the fact I explained to them several times that we were going to the dentist, they just didn't get it. The staff there were so good with them in making them comfortable, it was amazing. They got there teeth cleaned and examined and it was all over before we knew it. We just had a few tears from Miles towards the end, he had reached his limit. But all in all it was a pretty successful visit. That is, except the bad news I heard about Liam's teeth. Liam's teeth are already very crowded. The dentist informed me that he would need a retainer at about age 7 to limit the crowding and that we were possibly looking at a future of teeth extractions and braces. Poor child is headed down the same path his Mommy did.

Brotherly Love

I heard the sweetest thing today while in the van with the twins (2 1/2 yr olds). Miles was singing, he first sang his ABC's, went on to Row Row Your Boat, and continued with Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. As he finished Twinkle Little Star, Liam said to him, "Good job Miles." Miles responded with a "yeah?" I looked in the rear view mirror at them and they were looking at each with great big smiles. That sure is some brotherly love.

Make Your Own Taco Night

For tonight's dinner I laid out all the fixings for tacos and let everyone decide what they wanted. I also made quesadillas too. The boys loved it, especially Liam. I can't believe he ate 4 soft tacos by himself. He chose the corn tortillas smothered with beans, beef and a bit of cheese, and absolutely enjoyed them. Aidan had fun fixing his own too. He had corn tortillas with cheese and avocado. Miles stuck to the quesadillas. The boys love this dinner and I do too, since it's so simple to put together.