FEED ME!!

The other night, we had a friend over for dinner, and for some reason, Sean started acting a little funny. After we sat down for dinner, Sean just made this face (see picture) whenever he wanted something to eat. Never before has he acted this way, and we haven't seen it again, but man was it hilarious.

Summer Vacation - Day One

Today was the first day of our first vacation with our son. A lot of firsts today. We drove about 500 miles in just under 7 hours and still have about 4 hours to go tomorrow - CRAZY, but hopefully worth it in the end. Sean did OK? in the car. It was a long trip for him to be strapped into his car seat - he is, in general, a very active boy. The first section of the trip took about 2.5 hours - no problem, he took a nap. Part two, close to three hours, not so good. He wanted to play and was getting tired of the few toys that were available to him. Sorry about your luck, son, but we have got to keep going. Part three was pretty good, he played a little, ate a little, and even slept a little before we got to Spartanburg, SC for our one night stay.

Seven hours in a car is a very long time, even for Mary and I. So we got changed and headed to the pool, for a short relaxing swim - it was very nice. Now it is time for bed, and we need to rest up for another exciting day tomorrow.

Good night, and I will post again soon.

A Sleepover

I have been chastised recently for inconsistently posting on the blog. I apologize and will make an attempt to "catch up" and then stay more up to date. Josh may help fill in the blanks since he has time off this summer - yay! (I am jealous).

Around Memorial Day, Sean had a friend over for a sleepover! Luckily, Simon is also his cousin so they can be friends for life! Simon is great with Sean - having his own little brother helps him know what to do with a little guy!

They had lots of fun together. I missed a good shot of them playing together one. By the time I thought to grab the camera Josh and Simon sat down for a movie. Not to be left out, Sean climbed up on the couch to sit by Simon.

Happy Family - no, not the Chinese buffet

G.I. Joe knows how to get dirty!

A 5-year old boy's birthday party. Camouflage, rubber-band guns, boot camp, wounded soldiers, medics, and missions -- it was awesome! Sean wore his camo vest and had a blast in the dirt!

Sean got dirt everywhere - his nose was running mud the next morning even after his bath!

Leaving

Sean did not want to leave the house today. He is usually pretty happy to go anywhere; today I had to convince him with a cookie. For the first time, he did not want to leave me when I dropped him off at his babysitter's house. He is usually happy to go with the sitter and play with the other children. At the least, he has appeared indifferent to the interchange. I was sorry I had to leave him as he reached out his hand to me, the sitter carrying him to the house. I pulled out of the driveway feeling sad.

As I drove to work, I thought about how Sean's behavior had changed from last night to this morning. Last night he barely wanted anything to do with me. Josh is his favorite now; he chooses Josh when he has the choice. That is okay... he is a boy and wants to learn how to grow into a man from his father. They have so much fun playing together.

What a difference -- ignoring me to not wanting to leave me. I'll take it. I'll always take it. He's my little boy and I love him.

14 Years

Learn from the past, don’t dwell in it.

Hope for tomorrow.

Live today. Today is a beautiful day.