Friday, April 6, 2012
Nehemiah's Wall
Henry starting working on this one afternoon and when I asked what it was, he told me it was a wall - Nehemiah's Wall. Later on he added some huge cannons and guns, which I'm guessing weren't around during Nehemiah's time but Henry was confident they were needed. A little background - this is one of the boys' favorite clips to watch and sing.
Thursday, April 5, 2012
Test Drive
Grandpa and Mimi came to visit during the first week that Walter was sick. Their arrival was a big morale booster! Mimi went for a bike ride with Henry to the park while Walter attempted to nap. Henry was so happy to get out of the house and was especially excited about going to have ice cream with Boppa and Mimi. Of course, Walter asked if he could go, too. While we were getting ready to go, I happened to look out the window and noticed the door to grandpa's car was opening...and the occupant looked a lot like a four-year-old I know. Grandpa and Walter joined Henry for a driveway test drive...
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Haircut
One of Henry's most dreaded activities? Getting a haircut!
He actually likes going to see his pediatrician, but has some major fear when it comes to the barber. Last week Henry decided that he wanted to "shave" his head. Although Uncle Jon didn't shave it for him, as he initially requested, Henry did cut off his luscious locks last night and I think he looks mighty handsome! I've caught him checking out his reflection on the side of the car a few times. :) He even let me snap a quick pic on my phone...a bit blurry, but you get the idea.
Hospital Visit
As you may have heard, Walter had a rough couple of weeks due to sickness and ended up staying overnight at the hospital. Thankfully, he is on the mend and doing much better. Here are a few pictures we took on our phones during the hospital stay.
This picture could be titled, "Daddy is so smart!"
After 5 hours in the ER, Walter was admitted and we were brought up to his room. "What is that?" Walter asked about the cage-like crib in the room, "I don't like that!" Thankfully, our kind nurse, Pam, switched it out for a "regular" bed. Anyway, we got to the ER around 3 p.m. and it was 8:30 p.m. by the time we got upstairs...and we were hungry! Nate went to find us something to eat and while he was gone Walter's IV stuff was taken care of (not super fun, but it could've been much worse). This tired, hungry kiddo was not happy and cried until the moment Nate walked in with McDonald's (a healthy meal for the hospital) and a talking James train. All I can say is that James completely changed the mood of the room for the rest of the night...as you can see from the picture.
Tired little trooper. He stayed so still and quite and then finally fell asleep during his echo-cardiogram...but woke up quickly when the electrodes came off!
Lunch in his room - everything looks so huge for such a little boy, especially the enormous water mug on the left!
The drive home. He was so, so happy when we told him we were getting ready to leave the hospital ("Yippee! I love to go home!"). On the walk down to the car, Walter wanted Nurse Jamie to carry James (the train), but was relieved when she remembered to give James back to him at the car! He happily played with James and checked out his fun bandage. For some reason, this picture keeps getting cut in half, which is really annoying...W is just as cute, but you only get to see part of him!
The Lord is good. We are so grateful that He healed Walter and provided him with amazing care at the hosital while giving us peace that we knew could only be from Him. It was a great encouragement to hear so many were praying - Thank you!
This picture could be titled, "Daddy is so smart!"
After 5 hours in the ER, Walter was admitted and we were brought up to his room. "What is that?" Walter asked about the cage-like crib in the room, "I don't like that!" Thankfully, our kind nurse, Pam, switched it out for a "regular" bed. Anyway, we got to the ER around 3 p.m. and it was 8:30 p.m. by the time we got upstairs...and we were hungry! Nate went to find us something to eat and while he was gone Walter's IV stuff was taken care of (not super fun, but it could've been much worse). This tired, hungry kiddo was not happy and cried until the moment Nate walked in with McDonald's (a healthy meal for the hospital) and a talking James train. All I can say is that James completely changed the mood of the room for the rest of the night...as you can see from the picture.
Tired little trooper. He stayed so still and quite and then finally fell asleep during his echo-cardiogram...but woke up quickly when the electrodes came off!
Lunch in his room - everything looks so huge for such a little boy, especially the enormous water mug on the left!
The drive home. He was so, so happy when we told him we were getting ready to leave the hospital ("Yippee! I love to go home!"). On the walk down to the car, Walter wanted Nurse Jamie to carry James (the train), but was relieved when she remembered to give James back to him at the car! He happily played with James and checked out his fun bandage. For some reason, this picture keeps getting cut in half, which is really annoying...W is just as cute, but you only get to see part of him!
The Lord is good. We are so grateful that He healed Walter and provided him with amazing care at the hosital while giving us peace that we knew could only be from Him. It was a great encouragement to hear so many were praying - Thank you!
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Snow Day
We finally got a snow day! After a day of freezing rain, on Wednesday we woke up to a white yard instead of brown grass! The snow was very wet and heavy - we had one large tree branch down and our evergreen tree was bent over under the weight of the ice and snow. The boys were excited to break out the snow pants and boots.
Henry making a snow angel. Walter has been making snow angels in the dirt over the last few weeks, so this was a big improvement...especially from a laundry perspective!
Ice-covered trees in our neighbor's yard
Tromping around
Honestly, this may be the first snowman we've ever made because the snow has always been so dry.
What a helper!
This was the real fun: The low spot in our front yard had lots of water and they loved adding more snow to it and then jumping up and down in the sludge...for about 20 minutes. Best part for me: The boots we got this year kept their socks and feet totally dry!
I had to get out the camera when I saw Henry using his toes to hold cards during our game of Old Maid. Is he talented or what?
Henry making a snow angel. Walter has been making snow angels in the dirt over the last few weeks, so this was a big improvement...especially from a laundry perspective!
Ice-covered trees in our neighbor's yard
Tromping around
Honestly, this may be the first snowman we've ever made because the snow has always been so dry.
What a helper!
This was the real fun: The low spot in our front yard had lots of water and they loved adding more snow to it and then jumping up and down in the sludge...for about 20 minutes. Best part for me: The boots we got this year kept their socks and feet totally dry!
I had to get out the camera when I saw Henry using his toes to hold cards during our game of Old Maid. Is he talented or what?
Monday, February 27, 2012
Winter Expedition
This afternoon we met my parents at the lake. Henry and Walter were anxious to get outside and explore the ice on the lakeshore.
With Grandpa
Walter (and Kenda)
Henry
Right before we left, Walter managed to fall in good-sized hole in the snow! Thankfully, Nate found Walter's missing shoe and we had an extra set of dry clothes.
Here's a close-up...I wish you could see the look on Walter's face because it's priceless. Henry is even looking at the camera and smiling!
With Grandpa
Walter (and Kenda)
Henry
Right before we left, Walter managed to fall in good-sized hole in the snow! Thankfully, Nate found Walter's missing shoe and we had an extra set of dry clothes.
Here's a close-up...I wish you could see the look on Walter's face because it's priceless. Henry is even looking at the camera and smiling!
Winter Continues
I've discovered that an important part of being a mom to boys (at least my boys) is being able to build railway systems. A few weeks ago, the three of us spent all morning putting together 2 systems. We were so happy with the results, we decided to take some pictures...which will be very exciting for you to view. :)
Some silliness and rest was needed after hours of creative track building...naturally, that means climbing up and perching on the footboard of your bed...
...and then falling back onto the bed and pillows.
Henry has graduated up to the next carseat/booster and these two sure enjoyed decorating the carseat box with markers, stickers and lots of other stuff.
Walter and Henry were more than happy when they saw grandma and grandpa L pull into our driveway this afternoon. After lunch, the boys had fun leading them around the house. The picture quality is terrible but when I went to take a second (and hopefully better) shot, my battery died. Still a sweet moment of reading with Grandma...on the radiator. :)
Some silliness and rest was needed after hours of creative track building...naturally, that means climbing up and perching on the footboard of your bed...
...and then falling back onto the bed and pillows.
Henry has graduated up to the next carseat/booster and these two sure enjoyed decorating the carseat box with markers, stickers and lots of other stuff.
Walter and Henry were more than happy when they saw grandma and grandpa L pull into our driveway this afternoon. After lunch, the boys had fun leading them around the house. The picture quality is terrible but when I went to take a second (and hopefully better) shot, my battery died. Still a sweet moment of reading with Grandma...on the radiator. :)
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