Handsome Boy

Today Jack walked up to Charlie, gave him a squeezy hug and said " Charlie, you look handsome" How precious is that? What a good big brother. The boys have been playing so well together lately. Jack has been giving Charlie rides in his HotWheels and even sharing his tractors and tools with him. It is neat to see how they interact and get along. They are def their own person but it is nice to see the brotherly love and the not so brotherly love that rears when someone has to have a toy. I am glad that they are close in age. I hope that they will be friends as well as brothers and playmates. The photo is Jack and Charlie playing with Robert their "big brother" on the farm. We love you Robert!

HELLO

Hello Again,
I have failed miserably at keeping in touch with you so far this year. By year, I mean September to June, is it weird that my year is based around the school year? I have thought about adding to the blog many times and have even started a few but something more pressing has always diverted my attention away. It is Sat so I do not have to go to bed too early, though I am surprised that it is almost 10, there are still papers to grade, plans to tweak and open house to get ready for but there is always tomorrow! I am hoping now that the school year is under way and we are in our routine both at home and school that I will find some time to download the many photos on my camera and to add to my blog that is frozen in summer time.

Quick Facts:

Charlie is growing in leaps and bounds and has transformed from a baby to a little boy with a big personality. He is changing and growing everyday, it is amazing to be a part of.

Charlie is my lover. He walks right up to you and wraps both his arms around your neck and squeezes tight, he is a good hugger! He loves giving kisses too and they are drool free! Watch out ladies a heart breaker he is!

Jack is doing very well in preschool and loves it! He is excited for days before and cannot wait to go back!

Jack has already started talking about Christmas and Santa. He carries a fisher price catalog around with him and shows us the toys that he is going to ask Santa for. Only if you are a good little boy who listens and shares with his brother!

Well wish me luck. I am hoping that I will be able to add an update at least once a week from here on in. That is my goal but time will tell.

Captain Jack

First Day of Preschool :(

Here is Jack on his first day of preschool. How cute is he with the little backpack and ball cap on? Jack was so excited to go to school that he hopped right out of bed, got dressed and was ready to walk out the door. He is so excited about school and so far loves it! Keep your fingers crossed that it continues for the next 12 years or so :) Attached there is also a picture of Jack's first homework assignment. We had to decorate a paper doll to reflect him. I think we did a pretty good job myself. However I was out of paw stickers for the dogs so those will be added later :)

Flying Solo

Here is a rare picture of Charlie playing by himself. He escaped from the craziness that ensues when the two boys play together and took refuge in his room with blocks. When I sneaked around the corner he was stacking the blocks on top of each other and creating a tower. He played with his tower building it, knocking it down and rebuilding it again. It was too precious.

Fuel'in Around

Yesterday we spent the afternoon at the Queen Anne County Fair supporting Team Fuel'In Around. Robert Turner is a 21 year old Tractor driver from Cecil County. We met Robert 4 years ago when we moved to Maryland. He was in high school at the time and worked at the Uleau farm doing odd jobs and what not. As the years passed Robert became a part of the family and can often be found at the farm still doing his odd jobs or visiting with the family. Jack has taken to Robert and looks up to him as kind of an older brother. He thinks Robert is the best thing since sliced bread and has followed him around since he could walk, even before I think! Now that you have the back story; Yesterday we went to support Robert at the tractor pull. Robert did a great job coming in 4th and 2nd. Jack watched the pull in awe; glued to thier every move. After Robert's first pull we went back to his "camp". This is where you will see Jack weasled his way up onto the pulling tractor. He is accompanied by Mister Eddy (Robert's brother in-law) and Rae Lynn (niece to Robert). Jack sat up there with Mister Eddy discussing the ins and outs of tractors and hows and whys and what nots. Mister Eddy was very patient and kind with Jack and answered every one of him million questions. Thank you Mister Eddy. Jack has a new respect for you and appreciates all the attention you gave him yesterday. Few people take the time to answer his "silly" questions.....that is how he learns about the world. Anyway; to say the very least Jack and Charlie had a fabulous time. Thank you Robert for all the love and attention you have given and continue to give our little man. He looks up to you!

Charlie has started to develop the same love and appreciation for tractors and driving that his older brother has. I think that we are in trouble!!!

Where does the time go?

Today we are going to have a tour of and sign Jack up for preschool. I am so happy and excited for my little man but I cannot help the urge to cry just a little bit. It seems like just yesterday we brought our little man home from the hospital and now he is off to school. I could not be more proud of the little person that he has become. He is a very strong, confident, little person who is not scared to ask questions, loves to try new things and meet new people and easily adapts to any situation or environment. He can be stubborn as all get out but is the first one there to offer a hug or a kiss when someone is feeling down. I am sure his first year in preschool will be a very successful one! Below are some photos of our little scholar over the years!