So tonight at dinner, Camryn was entertaining us with some of her best jokes. After three or four good ones, she said, "Oh, I know! I've got an old fashioned knock-knock joke for you!"
After listening to said (un-funny) "joke," I probed further.
"What does 'old fashioned' mean?" I asked.
"Well," she replied, "It means it's like from a really, really, really, reeeeeally long time ago. Like in the 1980's!"
Wow. I was speechless. I had no idea that I myself, am practically an antique.
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Friday, March 25, 2011
Uncle Wob
For Christmas this year, Uncle Rob gave the girls kits to build their own birdhouses. As he is very talented when it comes to building things in general, the idea was that this was a project that he would be able to do with the girls. Then life got in the way, and he wasn't able to make it over the hill for the holidays. So since December, the girls have been holding onto their project kits so that they could assemble their creations "wif Uncle Wob."
The girls were ecstatic to work with their uncle on this project, and had a blast finally doing so. We carefully packed the birdhouses in tissue to bring home, so that on our next sunny day (whenever that may be), we can paint the houses, coat them in varnish, and hang them outside for the birdies.
Thanks Uncle Wob for such a special gift and memory! We wish we could spend fun time like this with you more often!
The girls were ecstatic to work with their uncle on this project, and had a blast finally doing so. We carefully packed the birdhouses in tissue to bring home, so that on our next sunny day (whenever that may be), we can paint the houses, coat them in varnish, and hang them outside for the birdies.
Thanks Uncle Wob for such a special gift and memory! We wish we could spend fun time like this with you more often!
Spring Break in Bend
Despite our best of intentions, we just couldn't afford to head somewhere sunny and warm this spring break. We were just so happy not to be moving however, that we headed off to Bend to see Mimi, Papa, Uncle Rob, and Jack! Daddy ended up being sick most of the trip, but the girls didn't let that stop their fun!
We celebrated February and March birthdays with our traditional "3-way Birthday."
We explored the animals and exhibits at the High Desert Museum. (Can you see the bobcat in this picture?)
They even had an interactive butterfly exhibit, where you could walk through, watch, and hold all types of butterflies.
We took a nature walk to see the birds of prey and the river otters, and along the way, found SNOW!
We also had plenty of down time to play, color, watch movies, and enjoy some cuddle time with Jack! :) I'm positive he could be certified as a therapy dog, and is single-handedly curing my girls of their fear of canines.
The girls got lots of long-overdue hugs, kisses, and snuggles in with Mimi and Papa. We've missed them!
We celebrated February and March birthdays with our traditional "3-way Birthday."
We explored the animals and exhibits at the High Desert Museum. (Can you see the bobcat in this picture?)
They even had an interactive butterfly exhibit, where you could walk through, watch, and hold all types of butterflies.
We took a nature walk to see the birds of prey and the river otters, and along the way, found SNOW!
We also had plenty of down time to play, color, watch movies, and enjoy some cuddle time with Jack! :) I'm positive he could be certified as a therapy dog, and is single-handedly curing my girls of their fear of canines.
The girls got lots of long-overdue hugs, kisses, and snuggles in with Mimi and Papa. We've missed them!
It's so cool...
...when the Dads come to school!
Last week, in the cold and rain, Brian cheerfully accompanied Camryn's kindergarten class on a Transportation field trip. On the trip, 50 kinders and roughly 20 adults rode the school bus, the MAX train, and the OHSU tram. Although that sounds like my version of a nightmare, Brian swears it was fun times! Camryn was ecstatic to have her two best buddies in her group, chaperoned by her dad.
Later that week, Emma's dad visited the class as a part of their Community Helpers theme. Since he is a police officer, he certainly qualifies as a community helper, and the kids got to see his uniform, police car, and even his weapon (always intriguing, no matter the age, I guess.)
It's so fun to see all these dads be involved in the kindergarten classroom and curriculum. Way to go, Dads!
Last week, in the cold and rain, Brian cheerfully accompanied Camryn's kindergarten class on a Transportation field trip. On the trip, 50 kinders and roughly 20 adults rode the school bus, the MAX train, and the OHSU tram. Although that sounds like my version of a nightmare, Brian swears it was fun times! Camryn was ecstatic to have her two best buddies in her group, chaperoned by her dad.
Later that week, Emma's dad visited the class as a part of their Community Helpers theme. Since he is a police officer, he certainly qualifies as a community helper, and the kids got to see his uniform, police car, and even his weapon (always intriguing, no matter the age, I guess.)
It's so fun to see all these dads be involved in the kindergarten classroom and curriculum. Way to go, Dads!Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Heartbroken
We found out yesterday that our dear friends across the street are moving. Not just as in across-town moving, but as in across-the-country-moving. We are happy for them, and the fact that they'll be closer to their family, but we are so sad for ourselves. Mostly though, I am so sad for Camryn, who will for the first time in her little life, say goodbye to a good friend. To sum it up, Camryn and Colin are buddies. They love to be outside together exploring, making up games, and especially riding bikes and scooters. They are the ones who brought our two families together in the first place, and who went off to kindergarten together, fearless, because they had each other.
So when Eileen sent me a photo of this note that Colin brought home from school today, it finally hit me how heartbroken Camryn's really going to be. She may not know just how much yet, but I have a feeling that she's starting to figure it out. It's going to be a rough go, come moving day on Mulberry Drive...
Saturday, March 5, 2011
3 and 6 year photos
Today was picture day!!! We have a tradition of taking the girls to get their photos taken shortly after their birthdays, so that we can always remember what they looked like at precisely each age.
In the past, Camryn has always loved the camera, smiling widely, and holding her pose, ready when the camera is. Aubrey has always been a bit more shy, and required some coaxing for more than a half-smile. Today, it was like their roles were reversed!!! Camryn refused to give us her trademark giant grin, while Aubrey followed each and every direction given by the photographer, down to the letter. She kept asking, "Is it my turn again???" while galloping around the studio. Literally. Galloping.
Eventually though, we did manage to get a few good shots of each girl. I am still playing with the cropping, and the black & white vs. color, but am happy with several. How did I get so lucky to have two such healthy and beautiful girls, anyway? Even if they are grumpy and galloping... ;)
In the past, Camryn has always loved the camera, smiling widely, and holding her pose, ready when the camera is. Aubrey has always been a bit more shy, and required some coaxing for more than a half-smile. Today, it was like their roles were reversed!!! Camryn refused to give us her trademark giant grin, while Aubrey followed each and every direction given by the photographer, down to the letter. She kept asking, "Is it my turn again???" while galloping around the studio. Literally. Galloping.
Eventually though, we did manage to get a few good shots of each girl. I am still playing with the cropping, and the black & white vs. color, but am happy with several. How did I get so lucky to have two such healthy and beautiful girls, anyway? Even if they are grumpy and galloping... ;)
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