My little guy and me

When I was pregnant and found out I was having a boy I was a little nervous and excited at the same time. I didn't know what to do with a boy! Yes, I am married to one, but it's not like I totally understand him all the time. I'm still working on that. :)

I have two girls. I am a girl. And even though we can be emotional and dramatic at times, I understand girls.

Boys are different. And as my husband can attest--sometimes I just don't get boys.

My mom told me, "Mag, there's just something about a little boy." She should know. She had two girls and a boy too. Sometimes we tease her about how much she worries about our little brother. He's the baby of the family. (Not that we're not all a little spoiled though. )

But, my mom was right; there's just something about a little boy. Don't get me wrong; I love my girls dearly and I love sharing girly stuff with them. I look forward to all the moments we'll share through the years that only moms and daughters can share.

But, this little guy has really stolen my heart.

Can you blame me?

Peaceful

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Just can't find the words

There is so much I want to blog about, but I just can't seem to find the words or the time right now. I start composing posts in my head, then get distracted or feel I need to spend my time elsewhere and don't get then written. I have a ton of photos again and some stories, so hopefully soon I will get back to it. Just a few things I want to write about: 

J-Man is 4 months old! 

Emma in summer preschool

What we've been up to

MJ making a dress

Here are a few photos though until I can resume again...

Preschool graduation

Mackenzie's preschool had a graduation ceremony for all the kids moving onto kindergarten next year. It was really cute seeing them all in their caps and gowns. They performed several songs they learned, then went to the gym and ran around all the obstacles.

Mackenzie was rather sad to be finished with preschool. Poor girl-she's got her mother's emotions. One night before bed-that's when we do our best talking-I mentioned it being her last week of school. Her little lip started to quiver and she buried her head in her pillow. I realized she was sad. We talked about how she didn't want to be done and she had had so much fun. I think it was also a little sad for her that Emma was going to go to her school this summer and she wouldn't be there.

After that discussion, Josh and I did debate about sending her to school this summer also. But ultimately, we decided she didn't need to go through the summer; she's been well-prepared for school. Plus, it gives Emma a chance to do something on her own without big sis. It also gives MJ and I a chance to do some things this summer that she missed out on last year-like Walmart runs. She was always so bummed when she missed those. I'm looking forward to a fun summer with her before she's in school five days next year!

It's Exersaucer Time!

Josh brought up the exersaucer the other day and put J in it for a little while. He really liked it. So, I tried it out too when I had him in the office with me. We bought this thing at our friend's garage sale when MJ was about 4 months old. It doesn't have all the bells and whistles the new ones have, but each of the kids has really enjoyed it. They can bounce and spin and play with the toys. I'm also able to move it around so he can be with me while I work on the computer or in the kitchen cooking dinner. 

Playing tball

These photos were from MJ's first tball game. I really wished I'd had my camera for the second game. Could have gotten some really cute shots. The kids seem to have a really good time; although there are always a few who are lying down in the field when it wasn't their turn. They are so cute at this age. MJ had a really good hit at the second game and fielded several balls. Of course another highlight is the snack afterwards too. This has been good for her; easing into the world of competitive sports. Each team gets two at-bats; just the perfect amount of playing time. Fortunately our coach is low-key, focusing on fun while also trying to teach some skills. She got her shirt at the second game and was very proud of her little uniform. Her team is the Broncos-how fitting for us BSU fans!