Baby Hair

Last Saturday's hair.

Tuesday's Hair.

Yes, he's still super cute, but I miss the curls. Thank goodness the sweet cheeks are still intact!

Baby Hair

Last Saturday's hair.

Tuesday's Hair.

Yes, he's still super cute, but I miss the curls. Thank goodness the sweet cheeks are still intact!

Easy Asymetrical Poncho

The latest knitting project completed.

It wasn't made for this particular model as you can tell by the fit. This soft & fluffy poncho will be sent to a friend in PEI. Hopefully, she enjoys it as much as my boys enjoy carrying around the balls of un-knit yarn.

Easy Asymetrical Poncho

The latest knitting project completed.

It wasn't made for this particular model as you can tell by the fit. This soft & fluffy poncho will be sent to a friend in PEI. Hopefully, she enjoys it as much as my boys enjoy carrying around the balls of un-knit yarn.

5 o'clock Somewhere

It's 9am. The message I left on my husbands`work cell states that I will maybe be drunk when he gets home this evening. It's 9am....W locked himself in a cupboard and I was "this close" to calling 911...while W was sobbing and asking for help I FINALLY was able to get the door open, R pulled an island stool over onto himself to which there was no visible bruises but lots of tears and he has had 6 seizures already.
Really, it's gotta be 5 o'clock somewhere.

5 o'clock Somewhere

It's 9am. The message I left on my husbands`work cell states that I will maybe be drunk when he gets home this evening. It's 9am....W locked himself in a cupboard and I was "this close" to calling 911...while W was sobbing and asking for help I FINALLY was able to get the door open, R pulled an island stool over onto himself to which there was no visible bruises but lots of tears and he has had 6 seizures already.
Really, it's gotta be 5 o'clock somewhere.

Prairie Oasis Park Camping

The weekend found us camping here.

We had a great time. There were lots of kids for the boys to play with as well as puppy's to pet and get licked by. W & R spent some time at the beach which resulted in a 40lb diaper (oops! forgot to put the swim diaper on), sand in their "bits", and even a ride in the boat and tube behind it. Pretty special!

Of course, the lake freaks me out. On it's edge is a power plant. My FH isn't concerned and has kiaked there before. Yet, I'm sure that it must be contaminated and if we weren't already done having a family we would have no choice after tubing and water-skiing over the weekend as the contaminants may have made the decision for us. By the way, my FH thinks I've lost "it" and maybe watch a little too many episodes of "The Nature of Things"!

Prairie Oasis Park Camping

The weekend found us camping here.

We had a great time. There were lots of kids for the boys to play with as well as puppy's to pet and get licked by. W & R spent some time at the beach which resulted in a 40lb diaper (oops! forgot to put the swim diaper on), sand in their "bits", and even a ride in the boat and tube behind it. Pretty special!

Of course, the lake freaks me out. On it's edge is a power plant. My FH isn't concerned and has kiaked there before. Yet, I'm sure that it must be contaminated and if we weren't already done having a family we would have no choice after tubing and water-skiing over the weekend as the contaminants may have made the decision for us. By the way, my FH thinks I've lost "it" and maybe watch a little too many episodes of "The Nature of Things"!

Hospital "Retreat"

Last week our Bup was admitted to the ACH for surveillance in regards to the seizure activity his experiencing. We, we...as I was there 24-7 with him, ended up staying an extra day as there were no episodes the first two days, however day three brought 9 seizures, 5 of which were captured on EEG and video. Thankfully the Neurologist was able to see how the seizures present and analyze them. Some answers were given and all test results are not in yet. The MRI has been scheduled finally, so now it's the waiting game. A test of patience.
Prior to admittance, Bup & I made a trip to Beaner's for his first hair cut. I was sad to see his curls go, but he was even sadder. The poor little mite sobbed his heart out throughout the whole hair cut. He sat still, held my hand, and cried big tears with his bottom lip shaking the whole time. We all felt bad; Bup, the stylist, and me. He's still supercute with his little boy haircut and it will grow. The curls will return in a few months I'm sure.
Short of standing on my head while singing children's songs it took some creative play to keep our sweet little 1 yr old happy in a crib for three days. When you're 14mtbs old, able to walk and in the exploration stage it's really hard & frustrating to be confined to a crib for three whole days. But we managed. Of course, I snuck him out once or twice much to the staff's chagrin, but what's a mom to do?!
Bup is happy to be home and on the move again.

Picture to follow...technical difficulties...

Hospital "Retreat"

Last week our Bup was admitted to the ACH for surveillance in regards to the seizure activity his experiencing. We, we...as I was there 24-7 with him, ended up staying an extra day as there were no episodes the first two days, however day three brought 9 seizures, 5 of which were captured on EEG and video. Thankfully the Neurologist was able to see how the seizures present and analyze them. Some answers were given and all test results are not in yet. The MRI has been scheduled finally, so now it's the waiting game. A test of patience.
Prior to admittance, Bup & I made a trip to Beaner's for his first hair cut. I was sad to see his curls go, but he was even sadder. The poor little mite sobbed his heart out throughout the whole hair cut. He sat still, held my hand, and cried big tears with his bottom lip shaking the whole time. We all felt bad; Bup, the stylist, and me. He's still supercute with his little boy haircut and it will grow. The curls will return in a few months I'm sure.
Short of standing on my head while singing children's songs it took some creative play to keep our sweet little 1 yr old happy in a crib for three days. When you're 14mtbs old, able to walk and in the exploration stage it's really hard & frustrating to be confined to a crib for three whole days. But we managed. Of course, I snuck him out once or twice much to the staff's chagrin, but what's a mom to do?!
Bup is happy to be home and on the move again.

Picture to follow...technical difficulties...

Superquick Update

Bup & I are finally home from the hospital. Two days of no seizures and then 9 on the third day. Ugh. Thank goodness though as it wasn't waste of time and stress then.
Will tell all later...right now just want to hug all my boys, cuddle up with them, sleep in my own bed, but not before enjoying a much needed coconut rum & gingerale...medicinal of course!

Superquick Update

Bup & I are finally home from the hospital. Two days of no seizures and then 9 on the third day. Ugh. Thank goodness though as it wasn't waste of time and stress then.
Will tell all later...right now just want to hug all my boys, cuddle up with them, sleep in my own bed, but not before enjoying a much needed coconut rum & gingerale...medicinal of course!

Squeaky Wheel

Tomorrow is a big day for our little Bup. He's off to ACH for an overnight stay, 24hr EEG & video monitoring. The siezure activity hasn't ceased, which is the preferred result due to the meds he is taking, so we're back to ACH in hopes to find out what's going on & why. It took a few phone calls yesterday, emails last week & this week, to make this happen. The squeaky wheel gets the grease, right? If one doesn't ask, one doesn't receive. So, complacent mother is out of the question when it comes to our boy's health. Hopefully, yesterdays requests will result in the MRI that we've been waiting for too. Here's hoping!

Thanks to certain people we are able to make tomorrow a special fun day for W. He'll get to spend time with his Uncle B & a friend of ours. We've been talking about how fun tomorrow will be and playing it up so that when Bup and I are in the hospital, W won't feel left out or miss us too much. I'm very grateful that Uncle B & an M friend are able to help, as otherwise it would mean a sitter for W, R being on his own in the evening and/or B having to take time off work.

This EEG also means a hair cut for our babe. As much as I HATE to do it, having short hair will make connecting the EEG so much easier & less traumatic for R. And that's most important...the easier the procedures are on Bup the better. It'll be a trying morning anyway, having his sweet curls complicate things in unnecessary.
Wish our Bup luck!

Squeaky Wheel

Tomorrow is a big day for our little Bup. He's off to ACH for an overnight stay, 24hr EEG & video monitoring. The siezure activity hasn't ceased, which is the preferred result due to the meds he is taking, so we're back to ACH in hopes to find out what's going on & why. It took a few phone calls yesterday, emails last week & this week, to make this happen. The squeaky wheel gets the grease, right? If one doesn't ask, one doesn't receive. So, complacent mother is out of the question when it comes to our boy's health. Hopefully, yesterdays requests will result in the MRI that we've been waiting for too. Here's hoping!

Thanks to certain people we are able to make tomorrow a special fun day for W. He'll get to spend time with his Uncle B & a friend of ours. We've been talking about how fun tomorrow will be and playing it up so that when Bup and I are in the hospital, W won't feel left out or miss us too much. I'm very grateful that Uncle B & an M friend are able to help, as otherwise it would mean a sitter for W, R being on his own in the evening and/or B having to take time off work.

This EEG also means a hair cut for our babe. As much as I HATE to do it, having short hair will make connecting the EEG so much easier & less traumatic for R. And that's most important...the easier the procedures are on Bup the better. It'll be a trying morning anyway, having his sweet curls complicate things in unnecessary.
Wish our Bup luck!

Purse Project

Here's the latest little craft project.
Something cute from very little.
My 15yr old neice was over today and noticed & commented on the "cute purse" right away. And she wasn't even being facetious!
Maybe these will be added to the Christmas ideas list.

Purse Project

Here's the latest little craft project.
Something cute from very little.
My 15yr old neice was over today and noticed & commented on the "cute purse" right away. And she wasn't even being facetious!
Maybe these will be added to the Christmas ideas list.

Sunshine & Playgrounds

H-cubed on a sunshiny canola day.

"Look at this treehouse...perfect for me!"

"Smile Baby!" (Just don't look at the lipstick on my front teeth!)

Ride'em fisherboy! Jonah has nothing on you!

Happy Tottering!

Sunshine & Playgrounds

H-cubed on a sunshiny canola day.

"Look at this treehouse...perfect for me!"

"Smile Baby!" (Just don't look at the lipstick on my front teeth!)

Ride'em fisherboy! Jonah has nothing on you!

Happy Tottering!

R = 14 Months

Our babe is 14 months. It still amazes me that he is 1yr let alone, two months past!
Bup continues to be such a little lovebug. He's sunny and sweet and fun.
Lately, he's enjoying climbing up onto furniture and when he peeks over the top of the couch he has the biggest smile on his sweet cheeky face. Those baby blues just sparkle!

Conversation is a part of new skills. Of course he is still speaking a language all is own, but he knows what he is saying and it is accompanied by pointing. It amazes both B and I when he takes action, like bringing us his shoe or W's sippy cup, because he wants help with drinking it & wants his shoe on.
R enjoys being outside and gets quite upset if the patio door is shut before he can get too it. He just toddles about, playing in his water table or climbs to the top platform on the little slide, but can't quite sit down & needs assistance, he'll call you to come help too. Not by name, mind you, but he's calling out for help just the same.

We love our littlest man. It's a joy to watch him grow & develop. I just want to breath it all in and cherish it knowing time travels all to fast.

R = 14 Months

Our babe is 14 months. It still amazes me that he is 1yr let alone, two months past!
Bup continues to be such a little lovebug. He's sunny and sweet and fun.
Lately, he's enjoying climbing up onto furniture and when he peeks over the top of the couch he has the biggest smile on his sweet cheeky face. Those baby blues just sparkle!

Conversation is a part of new skills. Of course he is still speaking a language all is own, but he knows what he is saying and it is accompanied by pointing. It amazes both B and I when he takes action, like bringing us his shoe or W's sippy cup, because he wants help with drinking it & wants his shoe on.
R enjoys being outside and gets quite upset if the patio door is shut before he can get too it. He just toddles about, playing in his water table or climbs to the top platform on the little slide, but can't quite sit down & needs assistance, he'll call you to come help too. Not by name, mind you, but he's calling out for help just the same.

We love our littlest man. It's a joy to watch him grow & develop. I just want to breath it all in and cherish it knowing time travels all to fast.

Birthday Banner

Another sewing project completed courtesy of The Creative Family.
Looking forward to using this for W's upcoming birthday...and maybe his daddie's too!
How do I sew with two little boys about? Well, picture W standing on the sewing machine case stirring a container of soybeans (future bean bag project) with a tracing wheel & there is a small (empty) pincushion in the mix. "I'm cooking tomato soup Mom" While R sits on my knee as I sew. The lights flash off & on as W is standing beside the switch and R keeps trying to put a giant brass button in his mouth. This is the safer version because when they are fancy-free in the basement they find a wooden box of cigars and try to eat them! By the way, I still need to vacuum THAT mess up!

Birthday Banner

Another sewing project completed courtesy of The Creative Family.
Looking forward to using this for W's upcoming birthday...and maybe his daddie's too!
How do I sew with two little boys about? Well, picture W standing on the sewing machine case stirring a container of soybeans (future bean bag project) with a tracing wheel & there is a small (empty) pincushion in the mix. "I'm cooking tomato soup Mom" While R sits on my knee as I sew. The lights flash off & on as W is standing beside the switch and R keeps trying to put a giant brass button in his mouth. This is the safer version because when they are fancy-free in the basement they find a wooden box of cigars and try to eat them! By the way, I still need to vacuum THAT mess up!

No Tutus Just Aprons

The Farmer's Market was fruitful yesterday. Not only did we bring home yummy CocoBrooks pizza but this little piece of PPE was the favorite find of the day. $5! The vendor is basically giving them away! W had the choice of batman, scoobydoo, baseball or ladybugs and he picked ladybugs. My little entomologist! What a cooker he will be in his new apron!

No Tutus Just Aprons

The Farmer's Market was fruitful yesterday. Not only did we bring home yummy CocoBrooks pizza but this little piece of PPE was the favorite find of the day. $5! The vendor is basically giving them away! W had the choice of batman, scoobydoo, baseball or ladybugs and he picked ladybugs. My little entomologist! What a cooker he will be in his new apron!

A Bedtime Bag

I've rediscovered that I enjoy sewing. Creating. Small projects that is. My attention span is too short for time consuming projects of any length. Plus my boys explore off limits areas (like trying to eat cigars today) will I'm immersed in sewing or anything else for that matter.
Recently I completed this cute little "Bed Time Bag", which is used for holding jammies (Dora jammies in this case) & a story book then hung on the door knob or end of the bed. Courtesy of Soule Mamma.
This one is a gift for our Fall girl who is turning 3yr on Saturday. Unfortunately, I wasn't organized enough to have it arrive on her big day. Hopefully, it'll be a nice surprise early next week though.
These really were fun to make so I've decided that every neice & nephew is getting one for Christmas. That's several to make so I'll be starting soon. Christmas in July!

A Bedtime Bag

I've rediscovered that I enjoy sewing. Creating. Small projects that is. My attention span is too short for time consuming projects of any length. Plus my boys explore off limits areas (like trying to eat cigars today) will I'm immersed in sewing or anything else for that matter.
Recently I completed this cute little "Bed Time Bag", which is used for holding jammies (Dora jammies in this case) & a story book then hung on the door knob or end of the bed. Courtesy of Soule Mamma.
This one is a gift for our Fall girl who is turning 3yr on Saturday. Unfortunately, I wasn't organized enough to have it arrive on her big day. Hopefully, it'll be a nice surprise early next week though.
These really were fun to make so I've decided that every neice & nephew is getting one for Christmas. That's several to make so I'll be starting soon. Christmas in July!

A Kraft Dinner

We don't keep "KD" in our house. I bought it once and W didn't like it so of course I had to eat it all SO KD is not welcome here!
Tonight we had a Kraft dinner, which was okay. Definately nothing wrong with the meal, just not outstanding. However, I do find it slightly amusing that this recipe is found in the healthy eating section. What do you think? Cream cheese, salad dressing & pasta, even though it's whole wheat does not scream healthy eating to me...comfort eating though, that should be the section this recipe is in. So if you're looking for an easy to create comfort meal, then give it a go. I used no Kraft brand foods though...all generic store brands & ww spaghettini. Give it a try if you like. It's simple and filling.

A Kraft Dinner

We don't keep "KD" in our house. I bought it once and W didn't like it so of course I had to eat it all SO KD is not welcome here!
Tonight we had a Kraft dinner, which was okay. Definately nothing wrong with the meal, just not outstanding. However, I do find it slightly amusing that this recipe is found in the healthy eating section. What do you think? Cream cheese, salad dressing & pasta, even though it's whole wheat does not scream healthy eating to me...comfort eating though, that should be the section this recipe is in. So if you're looking for an easy to create comfort meal, then give it a go. I used no Kraft brand foods though...all generic store brands & ww spaghettini. Give it a try if you like. It's simple and filling.

Conversations at the Firetruck Park

After a leisurely morning of sleeping in until 8am (8am!!! Happy Birthday to me!) the Littles and I went for groceries where to little fellas were perfectly behaved while they consumed & share a cheese bun, did not stand up in the cart, and helped me bag groceries without breaking any eggs, we then stopped at the Firetruck Park for a play before lunch & naps.
I had to laugh out loud. W was standing at the top of the stairs on the Firetruck talking to me about the spiderweb that was in the corner of the play apparatus.
"I don't touch spiders with my finger. They maybe bite me."
"Yes, W spiders bite so we don't' touch them."
"Beetle bugs bite my lip"
"Yes, you're right"
"Lady Bugs are gentle. They don't bite. I hold them up close & look with my eyes at their googlie eyes. They're nice googooglie eyes."
And then, off my little entomologist goes to whiz down the slide.



Bup enjoying the swing today. He sat on my knee, laid his head on my shoulder,and snuggled right in as we swung on the big swing. What a great day, swinging side by side with W while R is nestled in on my lap. Moments like this are worth treasuring.

Conversations at the Firetruck Park

After a leisurely morning of sleeping in until 8am (8am!!! Happy Birthday to me!) the Littles and I went for groceries where to little fellas were perfectly behaved while they consumed & share a cheese bun, did not stand up in the cart, and helped me bag groceries without breaking any eggs, we then stopped at the Firetruck Park for a play before lunch & naps.
I had to laugh out loud. W was standing at the top of the stairs on the Firetruck talking to me about the spiderweb that was in the corner of the play apparatus.
"I don't touch spiders with my finger. They maybe bite me."
"Yes, W spiders bite so we don't' touch them."
"Beetle bugs bite my lip"
"Yes, you're right"
"Lady Bugs are gentle. They don't bite. I hold them up close & look with my eyes at their googlie eyes. They're nice googooglie eyes."
And then, off my little entomologist goes to whiz down the slide.



Bup enjoying the swing today. He sat on my knee, laid his head on my shoulder,and snuggled right in as we swung on the big swing. What a great day, swinging side by side with W while R is nestled in on my lap. Moments like this are worth treasuring.

Fortunate Birthday

Today's birthday fortune cookie says..."An important word of advice may come from a child."
One never knows what my child will say, so this fortune could prove to be interesting!
My day was special & festive. From the playdate with my friend Mrs. Mittens, tissue paper flowers, purple balloons, chocolate mini-cakes baked for the little boys to enjoy, a late lunch at Cora's with sister A, multiple Happy Bday phone calls from friends & family, to take-out Chinese for dinner, friends over to share a Dairy Queen ice cream cake which was inscripted, "Happy 28th M!"...we're not delusional, just optomistic, haven't you heard that 40 is the new 30, so 36 is close to the new 28 & my FH thought it was a sweet'n'funny gesture not even in my 30's, not even 29 & holding, just 28!...and lovely, thoughtful gifts. I truly am fortunate.

Fortunate Birthday

Today's birthday fortune cookie says..."An important word of advice may come from a child."
One never knows what my child will say, so this fortune could prove to be interesting!
My day was special & festive. From the playdate with my friend Mrs. Mittens, tissue paper flowers, purple balloons, chocolate mini-cakes baked for the little boys to enjoy, a late lunch at Cora's with sister A, multiple Happy Bday phone calls from friends & family, to take-out Chinese for dinner, friends over to share a Dairy Queen ice cream cake which was inscripted, "Happy 28th M!"...we're not delusional, just optomistic, haven't you heard that 40 is the new 30, so 36 is close to the new 28 & my FH thought it was a sweet'n'funny gesture not even in my 30's, not even 29 & holding, just 28!...and lovely, thoughtful gifts. I truly am fortunate.

35 Months

"Mom, I am disappointed for you.....You cry now Mommy.Ha!Ha!Ha!"
With the age of 35months comes a sense of humor, imagination and mimicking. Apparently, the chat about being "disappointed" in W's behavior had a lasting effect. I used that word once. 1x! Maybe not the result I was looking for, but it did leave an impression.
We were at a mall playplace today after a visit to our favorite chiropractor and it was so fun & interesting to watch W interact and play with a little girl there. They got on famously and were both pretending that sharks were in the water going to eat them. They would squeal and jump into the canoe to save themselves while W pretended to row and she sang "row, row, row your boat." It's wonderful to be past the days of parallel play, pushing and shoving...well that's not completely gone but it was for the moment.
Our W continues to be an active boy and today was wanting to climb the playstructure onto the roof of the garage...."I'm just looking here." Uh, no you're not. Get down!
This high activity level can get him into trouble at times, like stitches in the back of his head while jumping on the bed and most recently "riding" the babygate down the stairs as it came out of the wall while he was swinging on it. No stitches, just tears & bruises.Thankfully,there's an angel watching over him.
Next month W is three. 3!!! We shall see what three brings us, maybe a little more of the same with an added bonus or two & three times the intensity & fun. Stay tuned....

35 Months

"Mom, I am disappointed for you.....You cry now Mommy.Ha!Ha!Ha!"
With the age of 35months comes a sense of humor, imagination and mimicking. Apparently, the chat about being "disappointed" in W's behavior had a lasting effect. I used that word once. 1x! Maybe not the result I was looking for, but it did leave an impression.
We were at a mall playplace today after a visit to our favorite chiropractor and it was so fun & interesting to watch W interact and play with a little girl there. They got on famously and were both pretending that sharks were in the water going to eat them. They would squeal and jump into the canoe to save themselves while W pretended to row and she sang "row, row, row your boat." It's wonderful to be past the days of parallel play, pushing and shoving...well that's not completely gone but it was for the moment.
Our W continues to be an active boy and today was wanting to climb the playstructure onto the roof of the garage...."I'm just looking here." Uh, no you're not. Get down!
This high activity level can get him into trouble at times, like stitches in the back of his head while jumping on the bed and most recently "riding" the babygate down the stairs as it came out of the wall while he was swinging on it. No stitches, just tears & bruises.Thankfully,there's an angel watching over him.
Next month W is three. 3!!! We shall see what three brings us, maybe a little more of the same with an added bonus or two & three times the intensity & fun. Stay tuned....