Preschool...

So after much prayer and consideration, I have decided to do preschool activities at home at least two days a week with Pearson and Aaron. I may even start a new blog about it, not sure yet. I feel they both, but especially Pearson, need structure and activity to our days at home. I have researched preschools and mother day out programs and while they all look amazing, I don't feel that our budget will allow for it at the time. So after at first being sad about that, I then realized, God has given me gifts and talents and knowledge to teach, SO TEACH! I can teach my own boys at home. So I got to planning and oh boy was that so much fun! My teacher brain was on! And I loved it! I bought a $1 teacher plan book and planned our year thematically. I then went to the library and checked out a ton of books for our 1st two themes. I also found a ton, I mean a ton, of websites about preschool activities to do at home with little ones. And the lessons and activities are all good. These other mamas are sharing all of their good stuff for free to other mamas doing the same thing at home. It amazed me how openly and willingly these ladies are sharing their ideas. I have printed a few really cute packets already for this week.

So last week I introduced a few new activities to the boys and at first they were hesitant, but then they really enjoyed it.

We sorted by colors, read books, sang songs, worked with cool whip and danced. Oh and attempted potty training for Aaron, hence his attire, but when a friend called to treat us to lunch, we hung up potty training for the day! It will still be there when the time is right. These pictures totally sum up the personality of the boys: Aaron jumps right in for new adventures and Pearson is unsure at first and then likes it.

"Yum!"

"Not so sure about this Mom?!"

"OH, this is really fun!"

Rolling dice and exploring the numbers.

We had a blast and look forward to more fun mornings together! I am excited for what God has in store for us this year!

Pearson is 4!

Where have 4 years gone? My baby is now a big four year old! Pearson is an independent, inquistitive, observant, fun-loving sweet boy! He continues to amaze me daily! He has a love for books, his family and the Lord. I pray all of those continue.

 Here are a few things about this precious boy I want to remember.

Things Pearson loves:
-The color orange
-Buzz Lightyear, Ernie, and Big Bird these days
-singing and dancing especially to Chris Tomlin and Lincoln Brewster songs
-wrestling with his daddy and brother
-dinosaurs
-playing with his hot wheels
-books, books, and books (that's my boy!)

A few things he dislikes:
-his sweet younger brother playing with his things and getting in his space!
-naptime! Bummer! But not to worry, we are still having "quiet time" in this house as long as possible.

Pearson, we love you so much! God totally blessed us immensely four years ago when he allowed us to be your parents! Happy, happy birthday! We love you!
Mommy and Daddy

Handsome, Silly Boys!

New Hairdos!

Silly Faces!

Handsome boys ready for church!

 

We have been enjoying our last few days of summer with the daddy being home with us! We loved having him with us more. The boys were looking spiffy in their matching shirts from Nana for church this morning so I had to capture at least one photo! Cute things, if I must say so myself!

Fun with Water!

When it is so hot outside what do we do?!? Play in the sprinklers and wash the cars! We love simple fun activities with water to cool us all off!