Brave boy

Spencer went to the dentist yesterday to have two of his baby teeth pulled out. I was way more worried about it than he was. He lost his two bottom teeth in the middle and his permanent teeth are coming in really crooked. The dentist said we should pull the ones on either side to allow his permanent teeth to come in straighter. Its kind of like robbing Peter to pay Paul. Just before the next two permanent teeth start to emerge we will pull the next two. He says he will still DEFINITELY need braces, but that this will help a lot. He has a little jaw like his Mama.

I am sure all four of them will have this too, I better start saving NOW!!!! Yikes!!

They put some numbing gel on his gums then injected freezing as well. He wore a little mask with nitrous oxide while we did it too. He really didn't need it, but I figured it couldn't hurt. He was not nervous in the least. He told me today that he had "fun" at the dentist..........I know - strange child! The only thing that bothered him was holding the gauze in his mouth for a little while until it stopped bleeding.

He said his lip felt fat afterwards from the freezing. It was hilarious to see him try to have a drink for the first time. I did NOT have the video camera on either. Can you believe it, me not video taping the kids. ;)

He drew a picture of the tooth fairy coming in his room and a picture of him at the dentist and wrote her a note to leave under his pillow. He wrote the note all by himself so I will translate. "Spencer T. I went to the dentist to get to pull my two teeth". We put both his teeth under the pillow too. Remember he lost his two teeth that fell out on their own.

She left him some new toothpaste and a $10 bill for each tooth. ( I know its a bit steep, but he was so good and brave to have them pulled)

His gums were a little sore this morning so the littles ones and I took him some shells and cheese and yogurt and surprised him at school for lunch. He was thrilled and his mouth didn't hurt anymore at all he told me. His teacher said he couldn't wait for journal time this morning so he could draw and picture and write about his teeth. He showed almost everyone his missing teeth.

Bowling fun

We took the kids bowling today at Main Event. I think Bob and I needed the bumpers up when it was our turn too.

I haven't been bowling in years and we all really enjoyed it.

We managed to finish one and a half games in two hours. It would take 5 minutes for Peyton's ball to finally make it all the way down the lane to the pins. A few times it actually stopped before it made it there too and we had to go get it. Good thing the other kids are patient.

My little ballerinas

Sydney and Peyton started ballet today. They had a ball, Sydney told me "I had SO much fun dancing today" when they were done. They were just adorable in their little outfits too. The girls did everything their teacher asked them to, it was just too cute to watch them do their little poses and moves.

They kept looking over and me during class and flashing me their beautiful smiles. They just thought they were little princesses.

I wanted to put Caden in class with them, but he is so painfully shy there is no way he would have done anything with the parents watching. Maybe next time. Besides he is still not feeling up to par. He is a little better and has started eating some more so hopefully he will be back to his mischevious self soon.

Tae Kwon Do

Spencer has starting taking Tae Kwan Do at the YMCA. He has been asking for about a year to take karate. As someone who has no clue about this sport - they are all the same and they offered this at the Y.
He really seems to enjoy it. It is my least favorite sport to watch so far though. The instructors are very strict with the kids and he doesn't seem to mind at all.
They learned how to do jump kicks today. Now lets just hope he does not come home and pratice these techniques on his brother and sisters.
He wants a uniform too, but I am not convinced he will stick with this so am not going to waste money. I told him when he finishes this class if he still wants to do it we will get him a uniform. He ran to me when class was done and asked if he could get a uniform now? I guess I should have been more specific about finishing this whole session of classes first. I will not dress him in dark green next time so he stands out so much though.

Poor little Caden

Let the illnesses begin AGAIN!

Poor little Caden has not been feeling well for a few weeks now and I just figured he would get over it. (Thats the bad part about having an icu nurse for a Mommy) ;)

He was not just getting better and looked awful on Monday so I called and took him in. He also looked like he lost some weight. He weighed 40 pounds in July and only 41 now so I was right. He has mono!!! Its unusual for young kids to show symptoms, but leave it to him. He is just exhausted and has a VERY sore throat. He has already had it for about 3 weeks or so I am guessing, so should be getting more energy soon. Spencer has complained about being tired and having a sore throat on and off so I am sure he has it too. The girls seem fine, but may have it with no symtoms.........they way they are supposed to get it at this age.

The doctor wants to repeat blood work in a couple of weeks as his viral level is VERY high, more than normal.

When the lab tech drew his blood on Monday she got in the vein right away and then jerked the needle out and had to stick him again. He was not impressed and his tears were dripping down onto my arm. He was just crying quietly and saying "no more mommy, no more mommy". Just broke my heart. I have not told him he needs more blood work, we will just surprise him. No need for him to worry about it for two weeks.

The girls however, thought the whole thing was very cool. When the tech put the tube in her hand they were not impressed and informed her that they could not see the blood now. lol

Ice Skating

Its been a while since I posted, I have been working a bunch...yuk.
We took the kids ice skating last night after work. Caden was not feeling great so he tried it for just a little bit and then was done. Spencer thought it was really neat and enjoyed it. The girls just amazed me. We rented the little "ice walkers" that help them stand up. I took them around once and they were fine on their own. I could not even keep up with Peyton. They skated the whole two hours and wanted more.
I don't think Bob was able to let go of the wall the whole time he skated. lol
Sorry the pictures are so awful. I finally took my camera in to get fixed.

Happy New Year

I hope that everyone has a fantastic New Year and all your dreams come true.
My New Year's resolution is simple this year........I am going to take care of ME. When Mommy is happy everyone is happy. lol
We went to James and Queta's to ring in the New Year last night. Sydney and Caden fell asleep and didn't quite make it. We lit fireworks and had a ball.
The kids didn't get up until after 10am this morning. That was wonderful as they are usually up at 6am.

Birthday party

Spencer had his birthday party with his friends today, we went to the bowling alley. It turned out really well and everyone had a great time. It was the first time the kids had bowled and they did really well. There were 10 kids altogether including my four. After they bowled we had cake and opened presents. He got some great gifts too, thanks everyone!

I always breathe a sigh of relief when his party is over as that means all the December stress is done!!! Four birthdays and Christmas is a little overwhelming.

Happy birthday Spencer

My baby is 6, I can't believe how fast time is going.

We had a wonderful day today and Spencer got to pick what we did ALL day. That was the best present we could have given him. ha
We went to Pump It Up for open play in the morning. We played hard for the whole hour and a half. I can hardly move now though. I guess I am too old to be climbing through obstacle courses and behaving like a six year old. I feel like one though.......well actually I feel like someone ran over me with a truck right now. Maybe I should act my age, but that would be NO fun.
Then we went to feed the ducks and play in the playground at the park. Spencer got to pick where his birthday lunch would be and picked Olive Garden, totally surprised me. I figured we would be eating at Incredible Pizza for sure. We called and invited James, Queta and Rebecca to come with us and had a great lunch. The waiters sang to him for his birthday and embarrassed him, but I think he kind of enjoyed being the center of attention a little too. Then we came home for his birthday cookie and presents. Our good friends Sharyon and John and their daughter Kayla came over to give the kids all their birthday and Christmas presents. They thoroughly enjoyed that too.
Afterwards we rushed out the door to lazer tag. The little ones stayed out in the waiting area with me and played air hockey while we waited for Spencer and Dad to play. Spencer has been wanting to play for a while now and thought it was the coolest thing.
By this time lunch had worn off so we went to Wendys for "hangaburs" as Spencer calls them. Then home to bed. He told me it was the "best birthday ever!" I am so glad he enjoyed it so much.


Spencer, I can't believe how much you have grown up. You inspire me everday and I am in awe of how smart you are. You are reading very well already and learning so much everyday.
You are the sweetest little boy I know and are always trying to please everyone. You don't want anyone to be sad and try to fix it if they are. You have such a zest for life and enjoy every moment.
You are so cuddly, even at six and are always giving hugs and kisses. I truly enjoy spending time with you , we have so much fun!!!!
I hope this year brings you nothing but smiles and laughs!! I love you little man!!!!


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Merry Christmas

We had a wonderful day today. The kids really enjoyed opening their presents and were done in no time. We stayed home and played with their new toys all day and had a great turkey dinner.

The kids were excited to see that the reindeer had eaten their carrots and read the notes that Santa left in their stockings. They wrote him letters and put pictures in their stockings for him Christmas Eve.

Its so much fun to see Christmas through their eyes. Just wish I had their stamina and I might not be so exhausted!!!

I hope everyone had a great day and Santa was good to you all.

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Merry Christmas Eve

We have been busy making cookies from scratch and the kids have loved every minute of it. They have eaten almost as many cookies as we have made.

We decorated our gingerbread house and train, went to see some Christmas lights and then came home to get ready for Santa.

We wrote letters to Santa to put in our stockings and left him some of our cookies and some milk. Then we had to take "magic reindeer food" that Spencer made and water for the reindeer outside. They wanted to give them carrots too and the only ones I had were for supper Christmas day. Who am I to deprive the poor little reindeer. As soon as the kids were in bed I rushed out to rescue my carrots and washed them off. Do you think Martha Stewart would approve? ha ha ha

I am attaching my Christmas card as none of you actually have one in your hands. I JUST finished it on the 23rd. Really I am going to mail them out too. lol Every year I say I am going to make them earlier and I never do...sigh!!
I hope everyone has a wonderful night and dreams of sugarplums dancing in your heads.

The Elves

I just had to share, not sure how to embed it so just click below and it will take you there.
I hope you enjoy it.

My four little elves

Christmas lights

We started today off by going to see Santa's reindeer and check out some snow they made. Well it was 78 degrees so you can imagine what the "snow" looked like. We avoided the huge puddle and just looked at the reindeer.

Then our dear friend Beth took the kids and I to see Alvin and the Chipmunks for their Christmas present. They laughed throughout the whole movie. Then to add more to our full day we went to see Christmas lights with Bob's brother James and his family. Once we got to the neighbourhood we all piled in the back of the pickup truck with hot chocolate, blankets, pillows and Christmas carols on the cd player and drove around. We had a blast and the kids just loved being in the back of the truck. They waved to everyone and yelled "Merry Christmas".

I just love this time of year!!!!!

Dear Santa

The kids wrote their letter to Santa tonight. Actually the little ones drew him pictures. I wanted to share Spencer's letter, he did it all by himself and even addressed the envelope. I will translate below. You can click it to make it larger.

"Dear Santa,

I want a transformer and a tractor and a poster and a car and a action figure."

Then he drew himself and santa. Not bad for sounding it all out by himself. He even argued with me about the "ch" in transformer" and tractor being a "ch" not "t" sound. lol

Bad hair day

Sydney was playing quietly on the floor in the kitchen drawing pictures........or so I thought. When I looked down and saw her hair on the floor no longer attached to her head!!! Actually it was not bad, she didn't manage to cut that much before I noticed.

She seemed very pleased with herself for a second or so until she could tell I was NOT pleased. The tears came and she was all upset then. I of course made her pose for pictures holding her missing hair.

Happy birthday to you and you and you

Sydney, Caden and Peyton
Caden, Peyton and Sydney

Happy birthday Peyton, Sydney and Caden. I can't believe that they are 4 years old already, where has the time gone?

They wanted to go to Chuck E Cheeses for their birthday. They had a ball and really enjoyed the attention and their presents this year.

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Caden,

You are my little man. You have grown so much in the last four years it just amazes me. You are so soft hearted and always want to please. You are the shyest little guy I know and always want to have your Mommy close by for reassurance. I know the day is coming when you won't want me so close so I am treasuring every moment. Your big beautiful eyes just melt my heart when you say "Mommy, I love you!"

Sydney,

You are so indepenant already. You remind me so much of myself its scary sometimes. You are stobborn and definitely have your own opinions on things. You are so smart and just amaze me everyday with things you come out with. You don't need to be shown things more than once to catch on. You may be bossy, but you definitely like hugs and kisses. You can melt me with your sweet little face and expressions.

Petyon,

You are just so cuddly and sweet. You are always hugging and kissing me and I just treasure every one. You never stop talking and love to hear how cute you are. You are the last to go to sleep and the first to wake up. You were the one who the other two always pushed around and you just sat there and took it or ran away. Well you have come a long way and don't take it anymore. In fact you will chase down the your brothers and sister and take back whatever they took and let them have it. Even your mad pouty face makes my heart skip a beat you are so cute.

I hope the next year is absolutely wonderful for you and my only wish is that you stop growing up so fast!!!!!

Party party party

I helped out at Spencer's school for their Christmas around the world day. I helped the kids play the dreidel game. It was kind of cute the first couple of times, but after playing it for twenty minutes with 5 different groups of kids I am done. ha

Then all the kindergarten kids went into the hallway and sang Christmas carols.

The little ones celebrated their birthday at their preschool today. I took cupcakes and chocolate milk. The teachers decorated the tables and sang to them.

They really seemed to enjoy it. The teachers were great and took pictures for me as I left my camera. I am sure they think I am the crazy picture lady.......hey, I think they are right. lol

Frosty

Looks who lives in our front yard now. The kids were absolutely thrilled when Sharyon and John came over with this. They even helped set it up.

Spencer tried to be excited, but had to come in the house and lay down as he is sick AGAIN!!!

I've said it before........gotta love kindergarten.

The next American Idol

I just had to share my sweet Sydney singing. She is a natural, just like her Mama........NOT.
She is such a ham too and wanted me to tape her. The others all conveniently
"forgot" the words once I started recording.

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We have most of our decorations up now despite the kids best efforts to "help". They were putting ornaments on the tree and everytime I would put one on, 4 would fall off as they just hung them by one little needle on the tree. It took a little longer than expected to decorate.
Their little faces just LIT up with all the stuff. They had every musical and talking critter going at the same time, my head still hurts.
Before they went to bed they wanted to make sure I wasn't going to put it all away before they got up. The little ones must have asked a dozen times if it was still Christmas.