Party Time!!!

The kids had so much fun at Nolan's party!!! And it was so easy. We had his party at the gymnastics academy here in town. All we had to do was bring the cake. The instructors took all the kids out on the floor and let them play. They led them through an obstacle course. They did duck-duck-goose, they had a lot of free play, and for the grand finale, they brought out the zip line and let the kids fly and drop in a big hole. I definately recommend a birthday party there for anyone, but especially little kids. Nolan talks about doing it again every day. Another great part of the party was the awesome cakes that Aunt Leia made. She made Nolan 2 pirate cakes and some cup-cakes. Everyone was amazed! We let the kids have at one of the pirates and just pick and lick. I know, kind of gross, but they really just picked all the decoration off. I didn't really see too much fronsting licking. I just have to say, what a huge success. I am so glad it went well and glad it's over. Lots of friends came and we had lots of fun! HAPPY BIRTHDAY NOLAN!!

(THe last picture is a picture of the kids' cousin Wyatt. He is such a busy boy that it took me the whole party to get a picture of him. I caught him just in time and it was a great picture. Yah. )

A Long Week

I must say that this was a tough week for me. A lot of running around and not a lot of sleep. Garrett and Avery had bronchitis this week and was constantly coughing night and day. Poor babies. It was hard not to get mad. I knew they weren't coughing on purpose, but it was so frustrating. We went to the doctor on Sunday hoping to get a good start on recovering, but Avery's medicine didn't seem to be working, so back in we went on Wednesday (after 3 days of suffering). Luckily, the medicine worked this time. I have had 2 days of almost cough free. Thank goodness.

Yesterday I found out that my Grandma Wakefield has cancer on her lung. Very hard to hear. I love my Grandma so much. So the last 24 hours I have had all of the good memories of her going through my head. We don't have any details yet, but I am praying that it is something that can be taken care of.

Nolan's birthday party is tomorrow and because of the long week, I am totally not ready. Oh well. It will all be o.k. Just a lot of stress. I hope I at least remember my camera so I can get some good pictures. Signing out. Gotta clean.

Happy Birthday to the Noley Poley!

I can never get the pictures in the order I want them. Oh well. Today is Nolan's third birthday. I can't believe my baby is 3! Last night we sang happy birthday to him and had ice-cream cones. Hence, the pictures. Notice the goofball boys of course. They had ice-cream all over their faces. They said they were clowns. Ha, Ha! Nolan woke up this morning and wanted me to sing to him, so I did. When I was done, he said, "Can I have some ice-cream now?" What a tricker. Nolan loves sweets. He has the biggest sweet tooth. He loves cookies, cake, ice-cream, candy, and the occasional soda.

Nolan, I must say, has his hard headedness like the rest of us. He wants to do what he wants and that is it. Today he wanted to do something outside and I said no. He proceeded to sit in the middle of the drive way and fold his arms and say, "I don't care." Where that came from, I have no idea. Nolan is such a fun happy kid though. He is my cuddler. He loves to cuddle and is still small enough to fit in my lap. He loves to play with toys, or things he makes his toys. For example, his toy last week was a night light cover. His toy this week is the remote for the tv in the car and a shiney twisty tie off a loaf of bread or something. Silly Nolan. Nolan also loves kicking balls in the air no matter where. Mostly in the house since it has been raining a lot. He loves funny movies and teasing anyone who will play with him. He loves his big bro and sis and wants to be like them. My baby is growing up. I love him so much and it is so much fun to see all of my children grow and learn!

Yay, for Saturdays!!

"Can I play wii?" "Can I play wii?" "Can I play wii?" Yesterday, we played wii. It was fun. We also got outside and played on the swings and rode bikes. The whether was nice. It rained just enough in the morning to cancel soccer. (I'm glad because we are all tired and still a little sick.) So the rain smell stayed in the air all day. I love that smell. We all had fun just hanging out together, playing, cleaning, and resting. Avery kicked our butt at wii bowling. Actually daddy did, but we don't count him because he always kicks everybody's butt.

My little squatter. What am I going to do? This kid refused to poop on the potty. So this is how I find him these days, squatting in the corner.

What's Going On with the Weagants

I wish I was better at taking pictures. (I know I always say that, but no matter how hard I try, it just doesn't happen for me.) For example, the only way I could even get the boys to take a picture for me was to let them hold their light savers, but even then they wouldn't smile or anything. They looked so handsome for Christmas. Plus, have I gotten a professional to take their picture in the last year, no. So bad.

So we have been busy of course. Just living life. We love to do things as a family and that is what keeps us close and happy. The last six months have been pretty mellow for us. No trips or anything, just hanging out. Austin and Avery learned how to ride their bikes without training wheels, so every free clear sky we can get, we are out riding bikes. Nolan got a bike for Christmas and is really good at riding with training wheels. Quite the dare devil. We have been getting a lot of rain, so they even beg me to ride circles in the garage.

Like I said, Nolan is our little dare devil. He flies down the driveway on his bike and makes the turn just in time to hit the grass and slow to a stop. All without tipping over. Scarey, but funny to watch. Last weekend we were at my moms and he took off down her long driveway which ends on a busy street. I don't remember running that fast for that long since maybe eighth grade. Luckily he made the turn about half way down and we were safe. Other than making me gasp everyday, Nolan is potty training. I am so glad this is my last time. This boy has refused to poop on the toilet. I can't believe that someone could hold it for that long. Finally today Sherry (daycare) got him to go. We love Sherry. He got a bag of M & M's and we did the poop poo dance all day. Yah for Nolan. Now we just have to keep it up.

Austin and Avery started Spring soccer for the last two weeks. Austin has shown much improvement. He is actually getting in there and kicking the ball with a purpose. A lot less running with crowd and looking like he's involved. Avery gave up ballet for a while to do soccer. She is not as into it as last time. She hasn't connected with the coach or her teammates yet to get that spark going. Soon we hope. She missed Laurel and her dance.

Since it has been raining a lot and we have held back on going to our favorite place (Disneyland) sadly, we purchased a Wii. Since then, Garrett doesn't get greeting by the kids when we get home, he gets asked if we can play the Wii. It is fun to play and we can play together. Garrett is the worst. So competitive. He definately kicks my butt.

So happy we are, growing as a family. We have fun being at home or hanging with friends. The twins start school next year and we will start another chapter in our lives. Scarey, but good. I am excited to see them get into new things. I hope they love school as much as I did. I know that is why I became a teacher. Can't get away from school. Signing out.

We're BaaAAAck!

Back in business baby. New computer. NOw I'm not sure what to put on here. The last events we had were Christmas of course and Austin and Avery's birthday at our favorite place, Disneyland. I do have pictures, but saved away off the old computer. No new ones on this computer yet. WE are doing well, busy of course. The kids are starting Spring Soccer this weekend. Mommy and Daddy are working and Nolan is just enjoying the ride. What good kids I have I have to say. I think I am going to dedicate this entry to things I am thankful for, just because I don't stop and think about it enough. I am thankful for my family. Garrett has been such a blessing to me. He is my rock. I love him so much and we make such a good team. I am thankful for my happy, beautiful, well behaved children. I can't explain the love I have for them as well. They all have their own personalities and it is such a joy to see them grow. Avery and Austin will be starting a new phase in their lives next year as they start kindergarten. And Nolan will be on his own. I think he will be just fine. I am thankful for my parents who have always been there for me. I am thankful for my sister who puts up with me. I am thankful for my brothers. I am thankful for the rain that we needed. I am thankful that I have a job that pays me money and allows me to take time off when I need it. I am thankful for summer vacation and every minute I get to spend with my family. I am thankful for the strength I have to get through every day. I am thankful for friends and good times we have together. Here's to having good times and getting through the bad with the ones you love.

Technology Fallout

So I haven't posted anything because my computer at home is not letting me log into my blog. We are planning on getting a new computer in January and I am hoping to get caught up on our blog. As for us, just living life and trying to enjoy the kids as much as we can. Christmas vacation is coming and we are excited about just being home for two weeks. No vacations planned, just being home. Austin has learned to ride a bike and that is all he wants to do. Avery is put out about not being able to ride and tries so hard every time, but she just doesn't have the balance down yet. Nolan is still determined to keep up with his brother and sister and if he can't, he loves to drive them crazy. Well, hopefully we will be able to get going on the technology disaster in the Weagant house and catch up with some of our friends online. Have a wonderful Christmas with family and friends.