Finally! John and I got to go out for a few hours on Saturday night. We went to see Trey Anastasio play in Ricmond- we had a great time. Jen and Craig watched the boys and we had a night out! Thanks to Craig for the VIP tickets!! After a wonderful breakfast yesterday with Jen and Lily we headed back to Williamsburg. Sam and Lily had so much fun playing together. It's so fun to see Lily walking around. She and Sam are sure to be great friends. I can't help but thinking that phase when the babies go from babies to toddlers is bittersweet. In our case, we are expieriencing the transition from toddler to little boy and it is a little heartbreaking at times.
My friend Ellen had invited us all to her house for a cook out and Kayaking yesterday so Owen and I did that while Sam and John watched the Skins. It was a beautiful day and everyone was more than happy to watch Owen so that I could Kayak for a bit. As usual, he was as sweet and charming as ever.
Today I took Sam and Owen to Jumping Joey's so that Sam could get out some energy. After two hours of bouncing around it was time for a nap. I can't seem to get the boys to nap at the same time so still no naps for mom. I did however have yoga tonight so I guess I shouldn't complain. Sam has school tomorrow so maybe Owen and I will sneak in a nap...
Monday, October 27, 2008
Monday, October 20, 2008
Catching Up
I feel like I have so much to catch up on. Friday Owen and I joined Sam at school for a special activity. I asked Sam's teacher how he is doing in school. She said he is doing great but that he seems to be bored with the some of the activities she has planned. She also said that he is very active. I'm a teacher- I am familiar with teacher talk. At first I thought, "well he's bored because he's so bright right?" Then I remembered, that's teacher code for "He doesn't want to take part in activities that require sitting still." "Very active" is typically code for, "he runs and jumps on tables." Oh well, he loves school and they said they love him so that's all that matters I guess. Besides, he comes by it honestly. I can't sit still for more than 5 minutes and John is a self proclaimed daydreamer.
We babysat for some friends Saturday night so that was fun for all! Sunday, we finally made it to the pumpkin patch. We had been promising Sam we were going to go and we could not have gone on a better day. We all had a great time. Needless to say, Sam was very excited to ride tractors. I was very excited about the pumpkin pie. Owen was excited to be in the Bjorn with daddy all day while walking around the pumpkin patch. Later that day I took Sam to the grocery and he made two very big decisions. On the way to the store he told me he didn't want his ears anymore. He told me his are too soft and that he just really doesn't want them anymore. I told him he needed them to hear and he said he would just use Owen's.
He also decided that the lobsters in the tank in the seafood dept. were too scary. He's been freaked out by them for awhile but he finally decided that we couldn't go near them anymore.
Tomorrow it's off to another pumpkin patch! I will post pictures soon.
We babysat for some friends Saturday night so that was fun for all! Sunday, we finally made it to the pumpkin patch. We had been promising Sam we were going to go and we could not have gone on a better day. We all had a great time. Needless to say, Sam was very excited to ride tractors. I was very excited about the pumpkin pie. Owen was excited to be in the Bjorn with daddy all day while walking around the pumpkin patch. Later that day I took Sam to the grocery and he made two very big decisions. On the way to the store he told me he didn't want his ears anymore. He told me his are too soft and that he just really doesn't want them anymore. I told him he needed them to hear and he said he would just use Owen's.
He also decided that the lobsters in the tank in the seafood dept. were too scary. He's been freaked out by them for awhile but he finally decided that we couldn't go near them anymore.
Tomorrow it's off to another pumpkin patch! I will post pictures soon.
Sunday, October 12, 2008
Fall Festivities
This has been a beautiful weekend here in Williamsbug. Friday we had a great visit from Grandma and Grandpa. It was great to see them and Sam always loves having Grandpa to play with for a couple of hours. Yesterday morning we went to the farmer's market. We bought the most delicious cookies ever! There was also a John Deer Gator that Sam just had to sit on. Why does it seem that EVERYWHERE we go there is some sort of vehicle that Sam just has to sit on? After Sam's nap he got to visit the fire department, always a favorite activity. It's fire safety month so the fire station had an open house.
Today we went to a fall festival at Camp Chanco. It was actually a reunion of sorts for John. We got to see lots of friends and the boys got to go on a hayride. There was also a school bus there, which sam had to sit on. John and I decided to treat ourselves to some yummy Italian take out to end the busy weekend. I finally posted a couple of pictures from our trip to KY (below). I am still trying to figure out how to do a slideshow!!
Today we went to a fall festival at Camp Chanco. It was actually a reunion of sorts for John. We got to see lots of friends and the boys got to go on a hayride. There was also a school bus there, which sam had to sit on. John and I decided to treat ourselves to some yummy Italian take out to end the busy weekend. I finally posted a couple of pictures from our trip to KY (below). I am still trying to figure out how to do a slideshow!!
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Today was a fun day for all, except John. John had parent teacher confrences today so I knew it would be a long day for us. I find it best to have many activities on days like this. I'm less likely to go crazy if we are out and about. This morning we met the Federicos at the park for play and a picnic. After Sam's nap we went to a different park and took a hike. The hike is a familiar one for Sam but it is a mile, so it's a nice little walk for him. I told him to find red and yellow leaves and he really got into it. After dinner we took the leaves and made a suncatcher. He was really proud of his leaves. He is also learning to have patience. It has been taking us about an hour to get Owen down for the night. On nights that I am here by myslef Sam really does have to be patient while I am getting Owen down.
That being said, Sam did make an observation the night before last.
Both kids were in bed but Sam had not gone to sleep yet when Owen woke up and needed to be fed. I was feeding Owen and Sam came down the hallway and said "This isn't fair." He then said, "It isn't fair that I have to be in bed." We asked him three different times what he said because we kind of couldn't believe he was saying this. Of course, he was referring to the fact that Owen was out of bed and he was in bed. I felt so bad for him because to him it really doesn't seem fair. I didn't know he could understand the concept of fair. We had to agree with him, explain that Owen needed a snack, and put him back to bed.
That being said, Sam did make an observation the night before last.
Both kids were in bed but Sam had not gone to sleep yet when Owen woke up and needed to be fed. I was feeding Owen and Sam came down the hallway and said "This isn't fair." He then said, "It isn't fair that I have to be in bed." We asked him three different times what he said because we kind of couldn't believe he was saying this. Of course, he was referring to the fact that Owen was out of bed and he was in bed. I felt so bad for him because to him it really doesn't seem fair. I didn't know he could understand the concept of fair. We had to agree with him, explain that Owen needed a snack, and put him back to bed.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
BIG DAY
Yesterday was a big day in the Gulick house. Sam pooped in the potty! As promised, we went to target and he got the biggest firetruck we could find. Since we have six firetrucks already I tried to persuade him to choose a bowling set, leap frog computer thing, or a really cool tent but he was determined to get the firetruck.
The other big accomplishment was Owen sleeping through the night. Owen slept from 9:00-5:00am. I woke up at our usual time of 2:30am in a panic. I made the familiar run into Owen's room confused as to why he was not demanding a feeding. Ahhhh, a sleeping baby. I was very apprehensive as I went back to sleep. I just knew that as soon as I went to sleep he would wake up. I actually considered waking him just to get in a feeding so that my sleep would not be interrupted an hour later. Wake a sleeping baby?? It sounds crazy but any mother knows what I am talking about- I mean, I was already up. I decided I would just see what happened. He didn't wake until 5am!! Not only that but when I brought him to bed to nurse (which I only do when it is after 4am) he stayed asleep until 7:30am. Of course Sam was up at 6:00am but at least there was only one. I know this will probably not happen tonight- we shall see...
The other big accomplishment was Owen sleeping through the night. Owen slept from 9:00-5:00am. I woke up at our usual time of 2:30am in a panic. I made the familiar run into Owen's room confused as to why he was not demanding a feeding. Ahhhh, a sleeping baby. I was very apprehensive as I went back to sleep. I just knew that as soon as I went to sleep he would wake up. I actually considered waking him just to get in a feeding so that my sleep would not be interrupted an hour later. Wake a sleeping baby?? It sounds crazy but any mother knows what I am talking about- I mean, I was already up. I decided I would just see what happened. He didn't wake until 5am!! Not only that but when I brought him to bed to nurse (which I only do when it is after 4am) he stayed asleep until 7:30am. Of course Sam was up at 6:00am but at least there was only one. I know this will probably not happen tonight- we shall see...
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Our Trip To KY
I didn't have a chance to post while in KY so I will do my best to recap. Everyone had a great time!! It will be easier if I think in terms of days...
Saturday- the plane ride went fairly well. Thank God for portable DVD players. Once we arrived in Nashville we thought it would be best to let Sam run around before getting back in the car. Gram had a great idea to go to Rainforest Cafe. Sam absolutely loved it, however the gorillas were a bit scary! When we got to Gram's Sam was super excited to see all the new toys!
Sunday-Sam and I went to the park in Mayfield and visited with Jen and Addaleigh. We then went to visit Grandma Lucy and Grandpa Dean. Aunt Terry, Adleigh Grace, and Aunt Andrea were there too. Sam discovered his talents for baseball today! That evening uncle Jeff joined us for dinner at Grams. Of course Sam had uncle Jeff outside playing baseball and throwing rocks.
Monday-The morning started off rough. At 4:00am we had to take Owen to the ER. He had a very high temp. A chest X-RAY determined he had a viral infection in his chest. It was really scary and I am so relieved he is feeling better. Needless to say, we stayed at Grams the rest of the day. I was on the phone throughout the day with Owen's pediatrician in VA because his fever was getting higher throughout the day.
Tuesday-Uncle Aaron came over for a visit and played baseball with Sam. Since Owen was feeling better Sam and I were able to take a hike around the farm. We had a great time! We went to the big pond and Sam threw rocks. This was pretty much an every day activity. That night we had dinner at Aunt Terry's house. Uncle Leonard took Sam for a ride on the 4-wheeler around their beautiful land. Even though Sam had a helmet, I was a bit nervous. Needless to say, the pink helmet Adleigh let Sam borrow was a permanent fixture for the rest of the trip.
Wednesday-Mom went back to work so it was just me and the boys. Uncle Denham was there to entertain us for a bit. After another hike we went to visit Shelley and the kids for the day. That evening I went to visit some friends while Mom, Sam, Owen, and Uncle Aaron made cupcakes.
Thursday-Sam, Owen, and I met cousin Melanie at the park for some lunch. That afternoon there was more baseball and more rock throwing. That evening Owen and I spent the night with Janelle, and watched the debate. sigh..........
I had a great time with Janelle though and Owen was perfect. This week Owen has really started to laugh and "talk".
Friday- We spent the morning outside with Uncle Kyle and Uncle Denham. Later, we all carved a pumpkin. Sam decided we should carve a scary pumpkin but that night once it was lit he kept saying the pumpkin looked "worried". Once the kids went down for a nap Gram and I baked a pumpkin pie to take to Grandma Lucy's house. The dinner at Grandma Lucy's house was yummy, everyone was there and we even had a surprise visit from Cousin Jesse.
Saturday- We went to Nashville early to visit with Uncle Steve and family. Then it was back to the airport. All was going smoothly on the plane until the explosive diarrhea. Owen, not me. Changing a diaper and clothes on a two month old was one of the more challenging things I have done thus far. I was glad to land. John met us at the gate and we were welcomed with flowers, dinner, and a cake at home. He should be well rested after a week without the wife and kids!
With the exception of the visit to the ER, we had a great time. Thanks to Gram for the wonderful meals, many loaves of banana bread (per sam's request), round the clock assistance, and all around good time. I loved seeing all my friends and family. We missed Paw Paw but we know he is having a great time in Alaska!!
I have tried to put the pictures on a sideshow but of course it won't work for me. It will take me a bit but I do plan to put some pictures from our trip. I have posted a few below.
Saturday- the plane ride went fairly well. Thank God for portable DVD players. Once we arrived in Nashville we thought it would be best to let Sam run around before getting back in the car. Gram had a great idea to go to Rainforest Cafe. Sam absolutely loved it, however the gorillas were a bit scary! When we got to Gram's Sam was super excited to see all the new toys!
Sunday-Sam and I went to the park in Mayfield and visited with Jen and Addaleigh. We then went to visit Grandma Lucy and Grandpa Dean. Aunt Terry, Adleigh Grace, and Aunt Andrea were there too. Sam discovered his talents for baseball today! That evening uncle Jeff joined us for dinner at Grams. Of course Sam had uncle Jeff outside playing baseball and throwing rocks.
Monday-The morning started off rough. At 4:00am we had to take Owen to the ER. He had a very high temp. A chest X-RAY determined he had a viral infection in his chest. It was really scary and I am so relieved he is feeling better. Needless to say, we stayed at Grams the rest of the day. I was on the phone throughout the day with Owen's pediatrician in VA because his fever was getting higher throughout the day.
Tuesday-Uncle Aaron came over for a visit and played baseball with Sam. Since Owen was feeling better Sam and I were able to take a hike around the farm. We had a great time! We went to the big pond and Sam threw rocks. This was pretty much an every day activity. That night we had dinner at Aunt Terry's house. Uncle Leonard took Sam for a ride on the 4-wheeler around their beautiful land. Even though Sam had a helmet, I was a bit nervous. Needless to say, the pink helmet Adleigh let Sam borrow was a permanent fixture for the rest of the trip.
Wednesday-Mom went back to work so it was just me and the boys. Uncle Denham was there to entertain us for a bit. After another hike we went to visit Shelley and the kids for the day. That evening I went to visit some friends while Mom, Sam, Owen, and Uncle Aaron made cupcakes.
Thursday-Sam, Owen, and I met cousin Melanie at the park for some lunch. That afternoon there was more baseball and more rock throwing. That evening Owen and I spent the night with Janelle, and watched the debate. sigh..........
I had a great time with Janelle though and Owen was perfect. This week Owen has really started to laugh and "talk".
Friday- We spent the morning outside with Uncle Kyle and Uncle Denham. Later, we all carved a pumpkin. Sam decided we should carve a scary pumpkin but that night once it was lit he kept saying the pumpkin looked "worried". Once the kids went down for a nap Gram and I baked a pumpkin pie to take to Grandma Lucy's house. The dinner at Grandma Lucy's house was yummy, everyone was there and we even had a surprise visit from Cousin Jesse.
Saturday- We went to Nashville early to visit with Uncle Steve and family. Then it was back to the airport. All was going smoothly on the plane until the explosive diarrhea. Owen, not me. Changing a diaper and clothes on a two month old was one of the more challenging things I have done thus far. I was glad to land. John met us at the gate and we were welcomed with flowers, dinner, and a cake at home. He should be well rested after a week without the wife and kids!
With the exception of the visit to the ER, we had a great time. Thanks to Gram for the wonderful meals, many loaves of banana bread (per sam's request), round the clock assistance, and all around good time. I loved seeing all my friends and family. We missed Paw Paw but we know he is having a great time in Alaska!!
I have tried to put the pictures on a sideshow but of course it won't work for me. It will take me a bit but I do plan to put some pictures from our trip. I have posted a few below.
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