Here's to a great season

I don't watch football or really get into the games but I would have liked to see the Colts go a little further this year. Chloe got this cheerleader's outfit from Car Grandma for Christmas, so of course we had to take some pictures.

And on a side note... last night when I was reading a book to the kids I didn't say a word or paraphrased a sentence and was busted by the newest reader in our house. I guess I am going to have to start paying closer attention and read it word for word.

Fukyugata Shodan

No I didn't just call you something terrible. This is the Kata Gavin did to earn his next belt at Karate. Before Christmas break we weren't sure if he was going to continue with it; but, he has a renewed passion for it now. He is now an orange/blue belt. I have to say Donnie is so great with the kids. They all look up to him and respect him, but at the same time love going to his classes.

I challenge you!

The kids and I spend most of the afternoon in the basement. Chloe got a paper doll kit from my mom for her b-day and her and Gavin spent about 3 hours dressing the dolls. Just for clarification there were boy dolls in the kits! I cleaned up the mess left over from the Christmas decorating. Tonight I pulled out an oldie for the disney movie marathon - The Rescuers. Kinda of dark and scary but the kids did great. Tomorrow we start back, somewhat, on the school schedule. Chloe has dance and cheer spirit and then back to school for Gavin on Tuesday. Not sure if we will get a movie in or not. Instead of posting a picture today I thought I would post the challenge layout in case anyone was interested in participating. It's not due until the 25th but my goal is by next Sunday.

Disney movie marathon weekend.

We have really been gearing up for disney... how?? Watching all the movies my kids have never seen. Friday we watched Finding Nemo for the first time. I don't know why we haven't seen it before now. Gavin has always been so sensitive when it came to movies and anything bad happening so I guess we have kinda sheltered him in that way. Today was Monsters Inc. and yes for the first time. Gavin laughed a lot at this one. Above is Chloe playing her leapster.

What is your favorite TV program?

On TS the blog challenge was what is your favorite TV program so I thought I would blog about that. I love watching Jon & Kate plus 8 WHY?? I am not sure. I think Kate is amazing with the 8 kids and her and Jon are so real. They don't try and make you think its easy but do laugh at the situations they are in with so many children. I know why God didn't give me that many kids... because I couldn't handle it. I watch it so intensely that I can tell all the kids apart and know their personalities. They are really fun and cute.
We went to Chuck E. Cheese today with Suzi and Josh. Wow its big now. It was still pretty busy with kids home on Christmas break but lots of fun.

Growing up

I am now one of those parents I never thought I would be... Gavin knows more about the Nintendo DS and playstation 2 and even the other one (that we don't even own) I can't even remember the name of...... oh ya gameboy. How sad!!!! He will say things like I got another track unlocked and I am like "Cool - good job!" and in my mind I am thinking what the heck does that mean??? Also there is no more spelling things out or talking in code because he figures it out. And to top it off yesterday we were putting away the last of the Christmas stuff and Gavin said you know I am beginning to think Santa isn't real. WHAT!!!!!? I wrap Santa's present in all white kraft paper and stamp the names on it. And in the office I decorated in snowmen with a blue and white theme. So two of the presents I wrapped in the white kraft paper and he noticed. I really didn't say anything and just let it go. I think he really still wants to believe but it starting to question it. He's growing up.Here is my attempt at using the flash while Gavin is playing the playstation2. Too much flash but you got to love that concentration!

Playroom after Christmas

Well, I can tell you where we will be eating at 5:20pm on Feb 16th Liberty Tree Tavern with Mini Mouse and all her friends. Everyone we have talked to says to book your sit down meals at Disney ahead of time or we will never get into see the characters. So we are set for one of the meals everyday. The last day is what I am looking forward to the most Breakfast with the princesses I can't wait and oh ya I hope Chloe likes it too. I have a feeling she is going to like the Play and Dine more, but I could be surprised. I can't wait now that Christmas is over I am ready to go to Disney.

Here is my first photos of 2008... I am trying to learn how to take better snap shots. I am hoping to learn a lot and get much better.
Its warmed up to 12 degrees today so things are better, but 50 something by this weekend thats what I am talking about.

Home Improvment

Even new homes need things. We spent the last day of 2007 and the first day of 2008 tiling and painting our bathroom. I am really happy with it. Scott does great work. Next is the finishing touches and it will be done.
And here is a merry Christmas & Happy New Year, since I didn't get a chance to say it. I wish everyone many great things in the coming year.