Ethan's school had Grandparents Day last week and my mom and Brandon's dad were able to attend. It looks funny to see them mismatched with Ethan, but he was SO excited they were both there. We met them in the parking lot and he walked them into school and to his room where just like everywhere else, he wants to go straight for the cars. So he showed them those, then off to the kitchen to name all of the play food and utensils, then to the reading area and look a books, and build a lincoln log house for them. When it was time to go he wanted them to stay of course, but he let them go so he could go play outside with his friends. It was fun to let them visit and see what he does when they're not playing/babysitting him :)
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Grandparents Day 2010
Ethan's school had Grandparents Day last week and my mom and Brandon's dad were able to attend. It looks funny to see them mismatched with Ethan, but he was SO excited they were both there. We met them in the parking lot and he walked them into school and to his room where just like everywhere else, he wants to go straight for the cars. So he showed them those, then off to the kitchen to name all of the play food and utensils, then to the reading area and look a books, and build a lincoln log house for them. When it was time to go he wanted them to stay of course, but he let them go so he could go play outside with his friends. It was fun to let them visit and see what he does when they're not playing/babysitting him :)
Fun with friends
First Soccer Practice
Ethan is officially old enough to try new activities, so we are starting with soccer. Both of my brothers played growing up, and I'm hoping for Ethan to learn about following instructions and teamwork. He was very excited when we got there, but I'm not sure he loves the structured practice yet. He drifts off and does his own thing, but I am choosing to only post pics of the team stuff he did participate in. He loves the coaches' whistles and the water breaks, he also likes the obstacle course, but it really wears him out!
First Day of School - Fall 2010
Ethan's first day of school, starting in his new class - 3B. He was ready to go and had no time for pictures, but this is real life to every day. I just can't believe how big he is and that he's not a baby anymore! He loves his new teacher and I know he's going to have so much fun and grow so much this year!
Ethan Turns 3
After the big birthday party the week before, we had a family celebration on Ethan's actual birthday, August 9. We had dinner and pound cake (Ethan's other favorite like his papa), and then presents and a pinata. Mimi, Papa, Gaga, Papaw, Courtney, Erika, Reagan, Ella, and Chris were all here to make Ethan's day so special. Ethan weighed in at 44 lbs and measured 40 1/2 inches, making him continue being off the charts for his weight and height. We definitely have a big boy on our hands and we're so proud of him. He had a big time celebrating his birthday for a few weeks and it was tough to convince him that his birthday had to end :)
Zoo Member Appreciation Day
With summer coming to an end and school beginning, we decided to take advantage of a special day at the zoo. They were giving free carousel and train rides and free food, so we made a day of it. Of course the day it's free, Ethan didn't want to ride the carousel and we only rode the train once, but we had so much fun running around and seeing the animals and enjoying a free day before the school routine begins!
Ethan's 3rd Birthday Party
The last 2 years Ethan has gotten upset at his birthday party, so I tried to pick a location he knew well and would have lots of fun without getting overwhelmed. We went with the neighborhood pool b/c there is plenty to do for all ages and hopefully he would have a blast. We had it on a monday night the week before his birthday and had a great turnout! Lots of his friends and ours came to celebrate and the weather turned out perfect with a little cloud cover so no sunburns and lots of happy people. Hopefully we can do this every year!