Loving to Listen

Kids say the funniest things. I am so grateful I get to listen to mine, and wish I could listen to what they say when I'm not there. Tate started in Sunbeams last week in our ward and I can only imagine the conversation that goes on in that classroom. Last week Tate told me that I sounded like a monkey when I was mad, that if we crashed our car it would make Heavenly Father sad but he could fix it, and to avoid napping he told me that instead we should just learn something together. Ian has perfected singing Chuggington just like the theme song with perfect pitch. between that and his dance skills his future is promising.

Extreme train crashing 101. This was a 3 hour endeavor. If only we could play with the strength of the engines.. That would make it more interesting than the anti climatic crash in the middle and grinding engines until Tate decides which side to supply more force too. He plays his favorites for sure.

To utilize the blasted cold weather we did some science experiments. We filled three cups to different levels, added a toy for entertainment purposes, and stuck them outside. Within an hour they had frozen almost completely with a little water remaining in the more full cups. The kids enjoyed retrieving the toys and watching their ice cups melt as I contemplated what else we could put in a snowbank...

Ian loves sugar. He is just discovering most of it. He has had the worst luck with allergies and now that they are finally under control I got to enjoy these "say cheese" moments. I love this funny little duck. He even likes to eat cake with me!!! I am 1 for 2 in children who enjoy the birthday treat of champions.

Playtime at our house. These boys are my world and there is absolutely nothing I like to watch more. Josh has been busy with school and we haven't seen him as much as we are used to but when he is home we do have a LOT of fun.