I Don't Know

I'm exhausted... today has been the worst day ever in two year old world--and it's only 4 PM!

I have realized how much I just don't know...

....I don't know how it happens that once a child turns 2, something (whether genetically or hormonally, again I don't know) changes to make them angels one moment and monsters the next.

....I don't know why my child can devour at any moments Macaroni and Cheese or Spaghetti (he absolutely loves them both), but can choose to refuse it, even though he hasn't eaten in 4 hours and I know is hungry.

...I don't know why he when given the choice to listen to mom or dad, he chooses the time-out chair and cries/ screams the whole time he's there.

...I don't know why he gets really frustrated by something (well I do know a little, it's my genetics) will ask for help and then scream when I try to help him.

...I don't know why he can drive me crazy, and get me crying just has much as he does in an afternoon, but I still love him; and would do anything for him.

...and finally I don't know, after days like today, how I'm going to be able to be a mom of 2 (um, too late!). Lately, I've felt like June couldn't be more far away--today June, stay away! (oh, except the sunshine, it can still come)

Sorry, I promise my next post will not be so "Wo is me"!

We're Moving...

...Okay, we aren't really moving but I want to move away from the winter!

Due to a family funeral, we headed out to California for the three day weekend, and man was the weather amazing. Funny, that when we got there my in-laws had the fire going... with both Andrew and I in short sleeves the whole time! Monday (our last day out) was an incredible 65 degrees--we took full advantage.

We started out at the park. Not sure what we were thinking with Jack's long sleeves, notice his uncle behind in shorts and short sleeves.

We were inside to basically eat lunch and take a nap, then back out for more fun.

Sorry, this was my attempt to get Jack mid-air. No success.

Although, we were sad to be out visiting family for a funeral, it was nice to see so many of our family members.

I put this last picture in for fun. Jack has transitioned so well into his bed. He sleeps just as much, unless he falls off the bed...sad, but often brings a laugh. The only problem is he still sleeps like he is in a crib, all over the place.

Until next time.

Happy Birthday Jack!

WOW! How did my little baby go from this:

to THIS:

Well it happened. Today our Jack turned 2! It was such a fun day. We started by introducing him to his new toddler bed, fit with Toy Story bedding. He loves the thing, except at bed/ nap time. He really has been so excited about it all day. He especially enjoys jumping on it.

For lunch we decided to do Chuck'e'Cheese. It was fun. Jack loved driving the cars and shooting basketballs with Dad.

We did get a short nap in the new bed, but it did take quite some time. (Yeah for that transition, just as long as he has it down when the next one gets here)

Jack helped me decorate his cake!

Which was a giant 2!

We finished the day playing friends and cousins, while enjoying Birthday cake.

A great day! Happy Birthday Jack!