Pumpkin Patch

Last Friday Cerner Kids spent the afternoon visiting Carolyn's Pumpkin Patch.  Unfortunately, Parker came down with a cold so Madison, Dad and Grandma H went to the patch by themselves.   Madison had a great time feeding the animals, going down the slides and running around with her friends.   We were not able to ride the train as it derailed from its tracks, but we did take a hay-rack ride to pick out our own pumpkins.  In addition to our own farming skills, we got 2 larger pumpkins for carving, a princess painted pumpkin for Madison and a little baby pumpkin for Parker that he called his ball.  A total of 6 in all.  We have plenty of pumpkins for the Holidays. 

Parker's First Haircut

Last Saturday, Parker had is first haircut.   No longer would the little guy have the mullet and his curly hair.   It was time for him to look like a little man.   So Jen, Grandma H and Grandpa H took Parker and Madison to get their haircuts.    Parker didn't like the experience at all, but Madison acted like she's done it 1000 times before.  Below are some pictures of the event.

Parker's First Ear of Corn

This past Sunday, Parker was riding with Grandpa Rezac when they picked an ear of corn from the field.  He was all smiles as he carried around his corn.  He also wanted to wear his hat each time he went outside.   I think he wants to live on a farm. 

Happy Birthday Princess Madison!

On Friday, Madison celebrated her 3rd birthday. As part of the celebration, her school asked that we create a celebration of life collage that has numerous pictures of her. Madison assisted with the process and enjoyed gluing and placing the pictures where they needed to go. On Thursday, we brought Popsicles for Madison's friends to enjoy. We sang to her, celebrated her three years, and she blew out candles. Then once we got home, we ate Dora cake...which she had been waiting weeks for. Happy Birthday Madison, we love you very much!

Madison singing while potty training

Gymnastics and fun

Madison had her third session of gymnastics. She calls her class, "tumbling." For this weeks session, Darin stayed home with Parker, so it was just Madison and I. This morning I got a cute little picture of Parker sleeping. Then tonight he was being a little ham and was not holding his sippy cup with his hands, just his teeth...little stinker.

A weekend for a Princess

Well (not to curse us) Madison has used her potty since last Monday. She reminded us throughout the week a Princess room, tozzle (I-Pad), cookies, and presents were due to her. So on Saturday, we took Madison and Parker shopping so Madison could select her Princess room. She is super excited. On Sunday, Madison taught Parker how to "watch" not use the I-Pad. She told Parker, "Don't touch my tozzle Parker, just watch."

Parker's Surgery

This morning, Parker had bi-lateral surgery on his ears (tubes inserted). The procedure lasted 10 minutes and the recover was about 30-45 minutes. He did great. Once he woke up from the gas, he was very irritable and I needed some assistance holding him. His hear rate fluctuated from 120-189 beats per minute. He's a strong little man. I sure hope the surgery works for him. Poor little guy has been struggling with too many ear infections. Here is a picture of him once we arrived home, after the procedure.

Week 2 of Gymnastics

Tonight was Madison's second session of gymnastics. She had a blast as she jumped, did more somersaults and hand stands, and began the balance beam. It was a bit hot at the facility, so Darin took Parker for a drive in the car. Thank you Aunt Sharon Johnson for the outfit, she loves it.

Recap the week

On Monday, Madison started gymnastics at Edge Gym in Liberty. When class started, they had circle time (ring around the rosy), but M had nothing to do with the little boy (see her arm behind her back).She enjoyed the bouncing and tumbling. The class was 45 minutes and about every five minute she did a check-in, by yelling, "hey mommy..hey daddy.." with a wave. Parker watched his big sis do lots of somersaults. On Tuesday, Madison "tried" soccer. CernerKids offered a demo for Happy Feet soccer. She seemed to have fun, but still talked about gymnastics. On Wednesday, I took Parker to his pediatrician, his cough and drainage was back...yes another ear infection. Our doctor referred us to an Ear, Nose and Throat doctor to consider tubes for Parker. On Thursday, we went to Darin's dentist office as they had a celebration of being in business for four years. The kiddos had fun and enjoyed getting some balloons. Here we are to Friday, Parker had his ENT consultation. After meeting with the doctor for only a few minutes and one look at Parker's ears, he thought surgery would be a good idea. I'm nervous, but surgery will be Wednesday, July 20.