Hmmm...Let's See What...

I can COMPLAIN about today....

The weather? Nope. It's really nice today. Cool, clear...FALL!

My oldest kiddo? Nope. He's been REALLY good lately. (Granted, he isn't without his moments, but overall, it's been good!)

My youngest kiddo? Nope. He is growing and learning and playing...just like a healthy little boy does!

My house? Nope. Well, not really. I'm getting it painted (just have to finish), I planted my flower beds (thanks to help from my mom...now I just hope they live), I'm getting stains out of my carpet (that I didn't think would EVER come out!)...

My husband? Nope.

My former childcare provider??? ...


HA HA HA! Not on your life! No complaints there, either!

I do have to say: Why does anyone bother to comment on a blog and leave it as "anonymous"? Kinda chicken, isn't it? (That's not a complaint, mind you, just an observation/opinion.)

Mikel

So, he may have sustained his first may-need-continuing-medical-treatment-keep-him-from-bullriding injury. He got his arm hooked by a bull horn in Choctaw on September 30. We finally went to the doctor yesterday. (Yes, I am a terrible mom, but you know, sometimes you just DON'T know with kids. Is it real, or is it, "I need some attention"?) Anyway, they took x-rays, came back in and told me he has an appointment with an orthopedist on Friday morning. Apparently there is a bulge in his bone and it could just break. He can't really use it for anything substantial right now. However, that doesn't keep me from making him do stuff around the house. We'll see what happens Friday. I just hope they don't say it actually needs to be broken and then set to correct the problem. Lord, please, no...

New Things About Evan

As we all know, the child has had an incredible vocabulary - especially for his age - for quite some time. His vocabulary continues to expand and his skillful use of language is amazing. From what I have observed of other children, his language skills are closer to that of a three-year-old than a not-even-two-year-old. He says things like, "More drink, please, Mommy." If he thinks you are hurt in some way (physical or emotional), he will pat or rub your back and say things like, "What's matter?" or "I'm sorry," or "It's okay." He may see something he likes and say, "Do you see that flag, Mommy?" or "Look at the school bus." He can be very polite and say, " 'Cuse me," when he wants past you or he thinks he is in your way. He is also very verbal when he doesn't like something you are doing to him. If you are holding him down (as in chasing him around to tickle him after he's had enough), he'll stay, "Stop that right now," or "Let me go!" But the very best thing he has learned to say is, "I lub you." And he will say it without prompting or hints. Yesterday we were leaving and he told Mike, "Bye Bubbie," (that's what he calls big brother), "I lub you. See you later." Now, granted, many of his words are still "kid-speak," as in the pronunciation isn't exactly correct, but STILL!!!

For several weeks, he was telling me he wanted to go potty...both ways. Talk about EXCITING! But that's kind of slacked off, and I don't push him. I know he'll start again when he's ready. Honestly, though...I don't think he really likes HIS potty. I need to look into a new one. Lord knows I need one with a "splash guard."

He has been able to match pieces to a puzzle for a while, but he has really started being able to fit them in now, too.

We have gotten into another phase of not eating much. I am working under the assumption that's normal at this age just like it was 6-8 months ago.

Man...there are so many things!!! I could probably sit here for the next four hours and go on and on. I won't though.