Kannapolis splash pad

Yesterday we went to Kannapolis Splash Pad...it is AWESOME!! Not only do they have an incredible water fountain area..they have 2 huge playgrounds and a train that goes all around the park. We took our little friend, Aden, with us which made the day even better!! The boys loved it as did Sophie. I knew they would be running all over the place and they did. Sophie, I thought would like it but would stay pretty close to me. Well, I was wrong!! She was all over the place, and soaking wet!! I just wore a sundress because I really didnt think that I would be getting wet, but Sophie made sure that I did. I wasnt soaking wet but still wet!!

After about 20 minutes the boys were over the fountain area. Apparently, a daycare in the area had planned a field trip there. So, normally there are only about 10-20 kids there at a time. Very manageable. Not yesterday...there were 2 bus loads of kids there, that ranged in age from 2-5. It was crazy!! So the kids got a little overwhelmed....but the joy of that park is...that you can go to a different area play for a while and then go back. Oh and did I mention that it is only $1 per person. Yes you read that right!!

So we were all exhausted when we got home and I was ready for a nap!! But since my 3 year old no londer takes naps...I had to manage!! Now I am trying to line up playdates for this week!!

An entertained child is a happy child...and a happy child is a happy mom!!! Thank God for good friends!!

Fun times with great friends!!

Gregg and I.....love this pic!!



Gregg and Jason....towards the end of the night....obviously!


Dancing Queens!! What we do best!


Mama Casey with baby Maddy in the belly!! This is her 3rd child....bless her!! HAHA!!


So went went to Clemmons last weekend for Kane's 30th birthday/"Welcome back" party. He had moved to Texas for a job and apparently hated Texas...so he is back. But as I am a person who hates to EVER miss a thing I talked Jason into going and we had so much fun!! Jason had to be talked into it a little because in his old age his has turned into quite the homebody. But, as always, he was glad that we went because we got to hang with some great friends and met some new friends. Here are some pics from the night.

Ethan's new obsession!

So Ethan has taken up a new hobby....Skateboarding!! Yes, he is only three but it does not help that our 2 neighbors are 14 and are serious skateboarders.....so Ethan follows!! So far I have been pretty impressed with him, he watches the other kids and tries a few thing and before you know he is up and riding. He obviously gets his athletic skills from his dad...who was the all-star athlete in high school. Not to say that I am not athletic but I am in no way a comparison to his dad!! But the one thing that I have to say is that ethan thinks that he is invinsable and refuses on a daily bases to wear his helmet.....so the arguing ensues between him and I. But as I write this blog I am staring at a nice knot and scab on Ethan forehead, he got a little up close and personal with the garage floor. Although it was scary and Ethan cried, I knew from that moment on that the helmet issue would be a non-issue. And I was right...not only does he wear it every time but it is the first thing that he grabs. Ahhhhh....such a relief!!! One less battle to battle!! So stay tuned for more, I am sure that I will writing about a broken arm or leg next month!!! Happy Skating!!

Sophie

Where should I begin with sweet Sophie?!? She has been the biggest joy of our lives and the biggest heartache of our lives. The first week of November 08, she was diagnosed with ITP, which is a disorder where her body was attacking her platelets, and she had an extremely low platelet count. So long story short...she is almost fully recovered and we hope that the Hematologist will release her next month. It has been a long few months with one 3 day stay in the hospital and one 3 day outpatient treatment, and weekly visits to the Hematologist. But through it all she has been a trooper. She has hit all of her milestones and is still thriving everyday. She is truly happy and content all the time and unless you knew of her illness, you would never know there was anything wrong with her. I will say that having seen some very sick children at the hematologist, and their families, I am thankful that all Sophie had was ITP. I love having a little girl...dressing her....and putting bows in her 3 hairs!!

Ethan

This is Ethan...he is 3. What can I say about him.....he makes me smile beyond belief, he is absolutely the cutest most adorable child. He has a amazing at everything he does...which on most occasions scares me because he will try anything once. He loves to jump and jump off anything. I see broken bones in my future! He loves balls, firetrucks, cars,tools and anything his dad likes. He loves to dress like Jason and insist on having the same clothes that he has. He is probably the most compasionate 3 year old that I know. He is always concerned about any child, or adult for that matter, that is upset, crying, hurt or in distress. Now with all of his great qualities he is still just a 3 year old and with that comes tantrums, stubborness, and lots of yelling.....from both of us. However, he is the light of my life and I am so blessed to have him as my son.

I am breaking down and doing it....

As everyone who knows me well knows that I love to talk and so I have decided that I need to channel my chattiness into a blog. We will see how it goes! Not sure that anyone cares about what I have to say but I am sure that it will be therapeutic for me!! That's all for now...I will write more later when the mood hits!! :)