We moved, and we hosted Nate's awesome grad party (which we still have to thank people for, but we moved and are now behind on EVERYTHING),and we went to Germanfest, and we celebrated the 2nd annual Zoo & Brew, and Turbo became a Godfather, and we did what feels like a million other summery fun things in the last few months.
Most importantly we are still alive and kicking, and trying very hard to get back into the E Family swing of things.
Monday, August 15, 2011
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Promoted
We spent the last week wrapping up Nate's grade school career. Great America on Wednesday, 8th grade dance on Thursday, and finally, the promotion ceremony on Friday.
I'll post some pics in a bit (I'm forcing Nate to go out and take some today...). For now, all I have is this one Turbo took just after Nate collected his grade school diploma.
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Squishy
As promised...here is a great Lucy story:
We were coming home from the store the other day and Turbo and I heard Lucy in the backseat saying,
Squuuishhhh. Squuuishhhh. Squuuishhhh.
I turned around to she what she was doing and she showed me the booger she was playing with. Squishing it between her fingers and giggling. So we told her that was gross, gave her a tissue, blah blah blah blah.
Last night we were in the car with the whole fam and I told the boys the story. The boys giggled, then Lucy said watch, and went to town picking her nose to find another nice, squishy booger to play with.
Ketchup
Guessing you were wondering where I have been...and I'm guessing you knew I was working, but the E fam has been up to SO much more in the last two months while I have been neglecting my dear blog. (So much for keeping resolutions...at least am not feeling as guilty as I would have if I attempted to swear off chocolate and carbs for a year...)
Here's a little update on the crew, 'cause I know you've missed us!
Nate...is a punk. He is now 14 and as smart an ass as I have ever known a smart ass to be. But, he is also FUNNY. Example: He is currently preparing for two projects at school, one in science and one in comp. For science, he must create an informative postcard about the animal of his choice. Of course his choice is the Dhole (pronounced dole, just don't tell his teacher that because she thinks it is called a D-Hole). This foxy little dogish animal has many interesting characteristics, perfect for the mind of a young teen. (Google it, and you'll see what I mean.) Project 2 is a persuasive essay attempting to prove his stance on a debatable topic. Nate checked out 5 books on Bigfoot, and is now working with Turbo to solve their favorite mystery. I don't think either one of them has ever been more excited about doing research!
Rex continues to be as active and entertaining as ever, though we are starting to see less of our little guy and more of the big kid he is quickly turning in to. He has blossomed into a fantastic reader, a math whiz, and a darn good storyteller. As his Christmas gift, Aunt Patti and I took him for snowboarding lessons and I don't think I have seen the kid more eager to learn ever. He took to it like a natural, and now even as the weather is warming he is out practicing moves on his skateboard that he can use next winter. In February we were also very pleased to finally get a few questions answered about some of his recurring medical issues. After a whole lot of pokes and patience, we were able to rule out any allergies and get a solid diagnosis for asthma. Not exactly good news, but we are now able to control and monitor his symptoms, something we have not been able to come close to accomplishing since this all started 3 years ago.
Lucy, oh Lucy. It is hard to put into words how this little lady of ours has changed the way we do things. She is everything a girly girl is expected to be - obsessed with painted nails, jewelry, dresses and shoes and pretty hair and princesses. But she is also one of the meanest, most stubborn, and precocious children I have ever known. Of course, there is the horribly undeniable fact that she is adorable and hilarious, two things that she kills us with whenever we try to scold her. I've got many many stories to share about her right now, but I think they deserve their own postings, so I'll hold off a bit and make you sweat it out...
Turbo and I are up to the same old shenanigans. Nothing new to report from our end.
(Well, I did just get this awesome new purse, that Lucy and I feel in love with instantly, but Turbo and the boys hate it, but I still can't wait to use it, but I know Turbo and the boys will tease me, but it is so cute that I kinda don't care right now. Really, it is pretty sweet. Even though it is a purse. But, in it's defense, it is a BLUE purse. And not just any blue, but this pretty patent leather, robin's egg blue that is perfect for spring, and I really can't wait to use it. Even though it is just a purse and I really (really) am not so shallow that I think a new purse is that important, but it is kinda like getting a new pair of shoes you love for no real reason other than sometimes you just really love a cool new pair of shoes because sometimes a new pair of shoes (or patent leather blue purse) is so perfect that you can't help but feel a little shallow for no real reason. Oh, and it was on sale, 30% off, so I also feel like I got a deal. Even though Turbo saw the receipt and thinks I got ripped off.)
Here's a little update on the crew, 'cause I know you've missed us!
Nate...is a punk. He is now 14 and as smart an ass as I have ever known a smart ass to be. But, he is also FUNNY. Example: He is currently preparing for two projects at school, one in science and one in comp. For science, he must create an informative postcard about the animal of his choice. Of course his choice is the Dhole (pronounced dole, just don't tell his teacher that because she thinks it is called a D-Hole). This foxy little dogish animal has many interesting characteristics, perfect for the mind of a young teen. (Google it, and you'll see what I mean.) Project 2 is a persuasive essay attempting to prove his stance on a debatable topic. Nate checked out 5 books on Bigfoot, and is now working with Turbo to solve their favorite mystery. I don't think either one of them has ever been more excited about doing research!
Rex continues to be as active and entertaining as ever, though we are starting to see less of our little guy and more of the big kid he is quickly turning in to. He has blossomed into a fantastic reader, a math whiz, and a darn good storyteller. As his Christmas gift, Aunt Patti and I took him for snowboarding lessons and I don't think I have seen the kid more eager to learn ever. He took to it like a natural, and now even as the weather is warming he is out practicing moves on his skateboard that he can use next winter. In February we were also very pleased to finally get a few questions answered about some of his recurring medical issues. After a whole lot of pokes and patience, we were able to rule out any allergies and get a solid diagnosis for asthma. Not exactly good news, but we are now able to control and monitor his symptoms, something we have not been able to come close to accomplishing since this all started 3 years ago.
Lucy, oh Lucy. It is hard to put into words how this little lady of ours has changed the way we do things. She is everything a girly girl is expected to be - obsessed with painted nails, jewelry, dresses and shoes and pretty hair and princesses. But she is also one of the meanest, most stubborn, and precocious children I have ever known. Of course, there is the horribly undeniable fact that she is adorable and hilarious, two things that she kills us with whenever we try to scold her. I've got many many stories to share about her right now, but I think they deserve their own postings, so I'll hold off a bit and make you sweat it out...
Turbo and I are up to the same old shenanigans. Nothing new to report from our end.
(Well, I did just get this awesome new purse, that Lucy and I feel in love with instantly, but Turbo and the boys hate it, but I still can't wait to use it, but I know Turbo and the boys will tease me, but it is so cute that I kinda don't care right now. Really, it is pretty sweet. Even though it is a purse. But, in it's defense, it is a BLUE purse. And not just any blue, but this pretty patent leather, robin's egg blue that is perfect for spring, and I really can't wait to use it. Even though it is just a purse and I really (really) am not so shallow that I think a new purse is that important, but it is kinda like getting a new pair of shoes you love for no real reason other than sometimes you just really love a cool new pair of shoes because sometimes a new pair of shoes (or patent leather blue purse) is so perfect that you can't help but feel a little shallow for no real reason. Oh, and it was on sale, 30% off, so I also feel like I got a deal. Even though Turbo saw the receipt and thinks I got ripped off.)
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Rated E for Everyone
Last week Rex brought home a 'Fix It Plan' from school. In his first-grade print, it said: 'I will not say bad words.' and 'I will tell the bus driver when someone is making fun of me.' Before signing the 'plan' Turbo and I managed to get this story from him...
On the bus some kid said to Rex, 'Your last name is stupid. It sounds like I Fart.' Rex said 'F@*# you.' Kid tattled. Rex went to the office. Principal asked Rex where he heard that word. Rex said 'My Mom and Dad.'
Long story short, Rex is no longer allowed to play Call of Duty.
(On a side note...Today Lucy dropped a flashlight and said 'Oh shit.' Turbo already told me I could not blame that one on video games...)
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Bear Down
If you looked up jealousy in the dictionary today it would show a picture of me, sitting on the couch, wearing my Bears gear, sporting a very pouty face while Turbo and my dad (and uncle) sit with hand warmers, snow suits, big fuzzy hats, and booze in Soldier Field.
Ah well, at least here on the couch we will be entertained by a Honey Bear...been years since anyone at the stadium had a front row seat to see them...
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Resolutions
1. Set aside some Ky time (I started this post on Jan 3, haven't reopened Ky&Co since my holiday break, just got going on a secret baby gift due in May...just been SO busy with this whole work thing...)
2. Save some presidents (because, the more the merrier...)
3. Read more (Turbo got me the best gift ever for Xmas...a Kindle...sadly, I am just over half way through my first book and he is now 2 paperbacks into the new year and secretly wishing he put his own name on the super-awesome-no-need-for-trips-to-Borders e-reader.)
4. Organize (those darn toys don't clean themselves, you know...and the kids are pretty bad at it too.)
5. Have fun (why the hell not?)
2. Save some presidents (because, the more the merrier...)
3. Read more (Turbo got me the best gift ever for Xmas...a Kindle...sadly, I am just over half way through my first book and he is now 2 paperbacks into the new year and secretly wishing he put his own name on the super-awesome-no-need-for-trips-to-Borders e-reader.)
4. Organize (those darn toys don't clean themselves, you know...and the kids are pretty bad at it too.)
5. Have fun (why the hell not?)
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