Mulch and more mulch

For those of you who know anything about mulching, you know that it is not the most fun job... especially when it is hot and humid outside. We got 5 yards of mulch delivered this wknd. Devon and Beth came over to help us put it down on Saturday morning. Then we went to their house and help put theirs down that afternoon... they had about 5-7 yards left to do. By the end of the day, we were all soooo tired. Henry was a trooper. He literally worked most of the day with us. Wyatt, on the other hand, has demonstrated to us that he DOES NOT like the heat. He just melts -- if there is no water around, you have to count on one person holding him or at least taking him inside. The rest of us had fun ... sorry Wy.

Memorable Things Kids Say - Volume 2

To continue the discussion on sugars...and food... with Henry (of course... who else?)
Q. Mommy, do donuts have bad fat?
A. Yep, they do.
Q. Do they have natural sugar?
A. No, they have processed sugar.
Q. Is processed sugar bad for Henry?
A. Yes, it is. That's why you don't eat a lot of sweets.
Q. So donuts have bad fat?
A. Yes, they do.
Q. Why isn't that bad fat happy?
A. What?
Q. Why can't that bad fat be happy fat? Then we could eat more donuts.

Don't Ask, Don't Tell - Volume 4

Henry called me out in the garage the other day -- he had gotten in the van to get something and was like, "Mommy, come fast!" So of course... I ran. Only to find this nasty piece of something in one of the side cubbies... that powder stuff is the mold that was coming off of it. Henry said he had no idea how it got there. Umm... right...

Mother's Day 2009

Well, we don't have any crazy traditions for mother's day. I like it that way - Jonathan has made me breakfast the past 3 years -- and that has been very nice. This year I really wanted to do yardwork, so we put the boys down for naps and got to work. Henry got up (btw, Jonathan dressed him that afternoon...) and helped us in the yard. Overall, we had a great day. The one unusual surprise was that Jonathan purchased me a pedicure this year. I'm so excited to go get it! After all my running, my feet are in need of some serious pampering. I'm already praying for the girl who has to touch them! :)
An excerpt from Jonathan's homemade card from him and the boys, "... we thought you might enjoy a pause in your endless chasing us around the house, up and down the staris, and standing for hours in the kitchen. Wyatt protested the idea a little, claiming that he has been trying to give you a lower leg massage for months as you work hard preparing dinner in the kitchen, but you just won't stand still. We explained that his efforts looked more like hanging on your legs, and after a little crying and reflection on his technique, he agreed. So with love and gratitde for all that you do to make our lives perfect, we hope you will enjoy this time of relaxation..."
All in all, it was a great day... Beth, can't wait to get that pedicure with you :)

New Bike

Henry got a new bike graciously loaned to us from our Kettering neighbors, the Renshaw's. (Thanks Jackson!) He LOVES it. It is so darn cute to see him ride around on his training wheels. I feel like we have entered a new phase of parenthood. It's like he's growing up before our very eyes.

There are so many things to journal about these days. I feel like I could post every picture I take and tag a story to it. They are all going to be such sweet memories -- I just don't have time to post that many. I will say to you, Henry, that you are such a darling! We love you immensely and you are a joy to spend time with.

This one's for Nathan...

Dear Nathan, ever since you came to our house to finish the basement, I have been in heaven. I talk about you all the time. I ask where you are when I wake up, and I ask when you're coming back to work when I go to bed. I like to eat breakfast, lunch, and my snacks watching you downstairs. I like it when you eat dinner with us. I really like it when you let me help you with your tools. I always tell Daddy what I got to help you with when he gets home. I will be very sad when you are all done. You keep me entertained by answering every single question I ask. See you Monday!
Love Henry

the Heth's

While we were in Indy for the race, we also got to visit with some of our longtime friends, Justin & Hannah Heth, when we went to p/u the kids in Upland. They are dear friends and b/c of distance, we just don't see enough of each other! It was so fun to see the boys interact - we did our best to get a picture of all 3, but after about 6 takes, we decided to just be satisfied with what we got. We were able to actually have the kids play and then the four of us went to dinner by ourselves. It was a very special time.

Race Wknd in Indy

We raced in Indy this past wknd. The Festival 500 half marathon is now officially behind us. It's kind of nice not to be tied to a training schedule. We had a great time! We stayed at David and Sona's new place in Indianapolis. It's only a few blocks from the monument and the circle -- it was a beautiful place!! And a perfect location for all of us to stay... Unfortunately, we didn't take our phones or cameras down to the race since we were all running - so no official documentation that we did indeed run and finish. But trust me, we did. You can look us up on the race results site :)