Preschool Graduation

Nolan had his preschool graduation on May 20th. It was very cute. The class sang songs, got certificates, watched a slide show, and then had a picnic at a park. We can't believe that he will be in Kindergarten! Time sure does fly, but we are so excited for him to start school!

Brody- 25 months

Brody is 2 years and 1 month! Spring is winding down and summer will be here soon! We can't wait to go to the zoo, play at the park, swim, and go to Adventureland! This summer will be great because Brody and Nolan can do many things together outside.

At 25 months Brody.....

• Weight and Length-somewhere around 24lbs and 35 inches
• Wears size 18-24 month clothes and a few 2T
• Wears size 7w shoe and size 3 diapers...still.
• Continues to be a great eater-he will try anything!
•  Is making progress in the speech department. He can repeat anything you say, but 2 syllable words are still difficult for him.
• Loves to look for buses outside
• Enjoys trains, cars, and stuffed animals. 
• Enjoys being outside and likes to ride in his car.
• Reads all the time and will often reach for a book to read in his crib when he wakes up.
• ADORES Nolan and loves playing with him.
• Is at the stage of "Me!" when it is time to do anything-wash hands, clean up, throw something away, etc. He loves to be Mr. Independent.
• Loves Mickey Mouse
• Loves to vacuum 
• Is for sure right handed
• Adores his Grandpa and loves spending time with him!
• Continues to bring joy to our lives each day!

Happy 2nd Birthday Brody!

Our little Brody turned TWO years old! It seems like just yesterday we were bringing him home from the hospital and adjusting to a family of four. These past two years have been wonderful and we have loved watching the bond that Nolan and Brody have developed as brothers. They play so well together and really enjoy each other. We celebrated Brody's 2nd birthday by doing a Mickey Mouse party. He loves Mickey!

At 2 years old Brody...

• Height- 35.5 inches
• Weight: 24lbs
• Wears size 18 month and some 2T clothes and size 6w shoe

• Wears size 3 diapers...still.
• LOVES milk and will try  any food. He loves peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and cheese.
• Is a wonderful sleeper-takes a 2+ hour nap in the afternoon and sleeps 12 hours at night.
• Is making progress in the speech department-words that we here often- more, papa, dada, dog, blue, and bus.
• He loves Sesame Street and Peppa Pig...and will often ask to watch them followed by the word please.
• Is always hot...he dislikes wearing socks and pants.
• LOVES BOOKS...he will pull books off of his night stand into his crib and read them when he wakes up.
• Favorite song-ABC song
• Loves playing with cars, trucks, and trains.
• Loves to take showers and play in the water but hates getting his hair washed.
• Continues to bring joy to our lives each day! 

Happy 5th Birthday Nolan!

We can't believe it....we have a FIVE year old!! It seems like yesterday he was just born and we were talking about how soon he would be going off to Kindergarten. (Well folks, that time is here!) It's amazing to think back on our time so far and how fun it has been to watch Nolan grow and develop into a sweet, caring, funny, and enthusiastic little boy.  

20 Questions- Nolan

(Age 5)

1.       How old are you? 5

2.       What is your favorite food? Peanut Butter Sandwiches

3.       What is for favorite TV show? Miles from Tomorrowland

                                        Pj Masks

4.       What is your favorite movie? Tinkerbell

5.       What is your favorite stuffed animal? Dog and Monkey

6.       What is your favorite toy? Wands

7.       What do you want to be when you grow up? Just like Dad

8.       What is your favorite color? Orange

9.       What do you like to learn about? Space

10.    What makes you happy? Play my video game

11.    What makes you sad? Storms

12.    What is your favorite sport? Soccer

13.    What is your favorite thing to do? Make a project

14.    What is your favorite song? X’s and O’s

15.    What are you proud of? Growing Up

16.    What do you like to do with Dad? Play my video games

17.    What do you like to do with Mom? Play board games

18.    What do you like to do with Brody? Play together outside

19.    Who is your best friend? Collin, Mac, and Sam

20.    What do you like best about school? We get to learn

We also spent a week on spring break in Texas with Kate, Mike, Jake, Ben, and Leighton. These pictures are from that trip. I will post more later! 

 

1 More Month!

One more month that is...until Brody turns 2! Where has the time gone!? I can't believe April is almost here and that we are planning for his 2nd birthday. Although I do miss the "baby" stage, I love each stage Brody goes through. Right now he is into repeating new words and trying to do a lot of this by himself.(Like unzip his coat, take off his socks, etc.) It is so fun to see things through the eyes of a toddler...even the littlest things make him laugh and giggle.

At 23 months Brody....

• Weighs around 24lbs
• Wears size 18-24 month clothes and size 5 shoes
• Still wears size 3 diapers
• Sleeps from 7:30 p.m.- 6:30 a.m. and takes a 2 hour afternoon nap
• Can say about 40 words and is improving in the speech department. His most recent words are dig, back, neck, door.
• Knows most of his colors and point to them when asked.
• Loves to read books and make animals sounds.
• Loves Mickey Mouse and Sofia the First
• Is good eater-good about trying new things, but his appetite is slowly reducing.
• Loves to vacuum, sweep the floor, and do the dishes.
• Enjoys helping us cook at the counter...he loves to stir things
• Carries Dog  around with him everywhere he goes
• Favorite songs-Get Your Head in the Game-from high school musical
• Loves to play outside and go for walks
• Continues to bring joy to our lives each day!