Waylon Turns 10

I'm not sure where the time went. You know, when you grew up and became so funny. When you got so smart and your vocabulary became so big, I think it was between Carson Street and Main Steer that your intellect blossomed. I think you might agree. 

I miss seeing you in your NASA coveralls. Perhaps I should order you the set you never had. I see big things in your future.i hope I can help you see just how special and talented you are. I love that you read so much and that you like to talk about interesting things. You're above your years, Waylon. That's not a bad thing, never dumb yourself down to make others feel better. I love you and your dinosaur obsession. 

Full Lives

We are leading full lives. Nothing we can not handle.
Joaquin has an MRI on Tuesday. It's been awhile.
Dexter has been studying for the CHSEE. Yes, I know he in only 13. He just rocks like that.
Jimmys work may strike, right now the contact is extended.

Sometimes I need to breathe, so I lay down and nurse the baby while we listen to some NPR Podcast or Catholic Stuff You Should Know. Lost of podcasts get played at home, and an NPR station in the van.

I am shamelessly still trying to get my room clean.

Waylon got a haircut today. He was mostly asleep through it and cried. Poor kids was confused and now he is happy.

Tanni is so long. This girl need to slow down.

That is all

Love,

Momma

Full Lives

Life continues to be full for us. Of course, there are times when the fullness isn't what we planned. Last week Hezzie had a three day hospital stay. The swelling was really bad. It looks much better now. Maggie is still doing cookie sales and Waylon got his first beltloop for Cub Scouts. He said he didn't know what he got it for reading and writing since he can't do either. I had to laugh a little because, he leaves me notes and just yesterday was reading to us. He and Maggie both think reading is pulling open a giant novel and going to town. Okay, for people who have been reading longer, that is easily accomplished. They are both more confidant now.

Sunday was my first day since Jimmy and I were engaged that I went to Mass. Jimmy has been going a bit longer. More on that at another time.

I take Hezzie back to the neurosurgeon on Friday. I honestly am not looking forward to it. He now says that his swollen area hurts. That is new and I am not feeling the love there. I will be honest with the doctor but, I have a feeling that means more surgery. I have been saying all kinds of prayers and am just hoping this all ends soon. HE wants to go to Legoland (we have passes) and Disneyland. That won't happen until we get the okay. He could easily be back in the hospital form riding certain rides. But, it could always be worse. We still have him and he is talking more. Although, I am not excited he says "buttmunch" all the time.

That's really all I have for now.

Love,
Momma

Recovering and Daily Life

Hezzie is doing better. He is talking more and sleeping less during the day. He's been treated well by his brothers. Maggie is at her friends and calls for updates. Today grandpa came to visit. Hezzie said grandpa for the first time, "Bampa, look at dis." My heart jumped.
Waylon plays with Hezzie a lot, the older boys have been busy watching science videos on YouTube. I'm not at all shocked.
Today we also painted empty toilet paper rolls for a craft. He loved that.
This evening we had firewood delivered. Then we had more visitors. His old in home teacher and kids came. It's been over a year since she has worked with him. He remembered her.
He also got mail today. People are so loving and we are thankful for cards and little gifts. He shares them.
Best news of the day...his left eye is opening up!
Joaquin has mastered the grilled cheese Sandwhich. All I can say is yum! Got to love when he learns to cook/bake some thing new. He does it until its delicious and pretty! Pretty awesome for a 10 year old kid.
Now we prepare for baby Tanni! She will be here soon.

That's all for now.

Love,
Momma

Swimming Before Sunset

Last night Jimmy took the older boys to Boy Scouts. While he had them out, the littles and I enjoyed some backyard time. They went into the pool while I enjoyed fresh air that wasn't hot enough to burn my throat or fade my tattoos. They had fun hamming it up for the camera.

Waylon was water weary until our beach trip. This is great news for me. He is getting over fears a little at a time. This weekend may be his first overnight trip without a blood relative. Damn you Cub Scouts! He said he wants to do it, so we are going to look into it.

Hezzie was splashing around a little. Mostly he was screaming with joy at the silliness of Maggie and Waylon. These kids are so fun together. They call themselves "The Three Amigos". I call them fun!

Look at these two. They were taking turn being strong in the water holding one another. They crack me up.

Here is Hezzie some time later, Fluffy fell asleep with him. He looked so cute not to snap this picture. What can I say? It was a great night for all. Enjoying a little moments is what it's about.

Love,

Momma

Weekend In Review

Saturday, Waylon had a Cub Scout swim party. It was pretty fun for him. He made a friend. It's nice to see him around kids and being unashamed to be himself. It was also nice that even though he is water weary, he was not made fun of. Not many from the pack showed up, so it was low key and not very loud. I visited with some of the parents for awhile, and it's always interesting to see how adults interact. I have grown used to limited adult interaction that is in person. For my kids, I will learn to move beyond my own comfort.

Saturday evening, we went to a birthday party and had a good time. I photographed the Hello Kitty themed party. This was a nice size crowd and there was lots of food. My friend really can put a themed together. Here are a few pictures from that.

We started to clean up and move things around yesterday for our big once a year unBirthday Party. That takes place this Sunday. Waterslide, snow cones, pool, trampoline and lots of food. Here is a picture of last years waterslide, she will be making a return visit! What did you do this weekend?

A Boy Turns Six

Meet six year old Waylon. Oh goodness, he is six now. He is full of remarkable comments and quite an imagination at times. Spiderman is his favorite superhero, and he loves iced tea. He likes chocolate cake and cheesy pizza on special occasions. For snacks he likes carrots and celery. He is learning to read and loves to look at the atlas on his iPad. He is fourth of my children and is a good brother.

Waylon spent his birthday playing superheroes with his sister, making crafts and enjoying "the best birthday ever." He played at the park and was excited to get Darth Vader ear buds. I wonder what the next year will bring for my curly haired, cherub faced child.....only time will tell.

Love,

Momma