Nathan Quotes

Nathan has had some doosies lately. It is just proof positive that his little mind is always working and trying to make sense of the world around him. Nonetheless you can’t help but smile at his logic.

N: How did you sleep last night mom?
M: I slept good, how about you?
N: Well…I could not breath so well. One hole wasn’t working.
D: And what is that called Nathan? (There was a long conversation earlier explaining this to Nathan.)
N: My diarrhea? (Which was a conversation earlier in the week.)
D: No, Nathan, nostril.

We were hanging out a couple of days ago watching Monsters Inc. Towards the end of the movie the main characters are running through doors into different places and one of the scenes happened to be a beach scene.
N: Look they are in hallelujah!
D: I think you mean Honolulu Nathan.

Just a few days after that Nathan and dad has another profound conversation.
N: Dad do you ever feel bad that you don’t have a tail?
D: You know Nathan I really haven’t thought about that. Do you ever feel bad that you don’t have a tail?
N: Yes! I want a tail so that I can hit the bad guys with it.

Getting Lost

Saturday afternoon we went to the corn maze in Broken Arrow. The family had tons of fun wandering through the maze. Nathan’s has been begging to "get lost again" all year long and this year he added to his fun by trying to scare everyone as they rounded corners. William had more fun wandering thought the corn rather than staying on the trails. Once we made our way out of the maze we used the campfire to roast our hotdog dinner and then followed them up with s’mores for dessert.
After dinner (and during) we enjoyed the hay jumps, corn pit, rubber duck race, sand box and Nick’s favorite the paint ball range.
By the time we left we were all a wind beaten, exhausted and smelling like the campfire.

Fall Break

As kids get older they love school breaks, but Nathan is at that point that he is willing to go to school everyday. He understands the concept of weekends, but he would still rather go to school. I knew going into it that the idea of fall break was going to be rough on the little guy.
We eased him into the concept by letting him spend the night with Geesie. Then on Thursday we headed to the mall and met up with a friend and the two guys came back to our house and ran around like crazy. After that, we had a quick dinner at Chik-Fil-A and on we went to Arlene's house. On Friday we went bowling with several of our "old school" friends. While things were wild at the bowling alley I know that the patrons at Wendy's didn't know what hit them. Can you imagine four four year-olds and siblings with frazzled moms and a very patient dad who had bathroom duty with all of these guys? As if that was not enough activity for one day we went to Oktoberfest in the evening with Uncle Randy and baby Lucus. Nathan had on his dancing shoes and enjoyed the freedom of being able to just run around.

First Hair Cut

Today was William’s first hair cut. Nick finally won out and we cut William’s hair, but only the top and sides. So my baby still has his curls in the back. Will did such a great job, he just loves to have his hair brushed and this was not that much removed. He sat still the whole time, I don't think he was ready for it to be done. So in the end we all win, he no longer looks quite so unruly and those cute little curls remain.

Good Day

Today was Nathan’s first parent teacher conference. We learned everything that we already knew about our little boy. He is doing great academically with his numbers, letters, sounds, shapes, gross and fine motor skills he is ahead of the curve. Socially, he is an active little boy who is still learning the manners and rules of the classroom. It was exciting to go and watch him in his environment and see him focus on projects with patients and diligents.


In the evening the family met up with Eric and Jen at Whispering Vines Winery for some cheese, crackers, fruit, wine, fun and of course chasing after children. The weather was beautiful and the sunset was gorgeous!


To round out our day we headed out to the QT in Glenpool for a bedtime snack. I know, I know, don’t call the nutrition police on me but two out of three meals isn’t bad, right? We kicked back, opened the windows, cranked up the High School Musical Two soundtrack and enjoyed the ride. The only thing the boys were interested in was getting a slushy. We couldn’t pass up the photo op of the two boys sharing their treat. And as a bonus we even got them to help us vacuum out the van.

Now that’s a good day!

Pumpkin Patch

We made the anual trip to the pumpkin patch today. Nathan and William got to see donkeys, horeses, pigs, geese, goats and even a camel and buffalo too before picking out the perfect pumpkin to bring home.

Enjoy these good days!

We all know that everyday has its challenges, but it seems that Nathan's days have been a little more challenging lately. I am still trying to figure out how to convince a four-year-old that listening is a necessity. Well, today we had our silver lining and days like today deserve a reflection. Nathan was a joy to have around in almost every instance today, he was happy just to be together. After picking Nathan up from Adventure Club he requested that we walk on the Riverwalk, so east we went to the river. The boys had a great time playing in the fountain, getting wet and running up and down the walkway. (Although, Will is now sporting a new bruise on his forhead.) We even ran into Uncle Eric while we were there! And on the way home, well....you know how Nathan is....this boy can't stay dirty (or wet as the case may be). You can't help but smile at the boy standing in his underwear while wringing out his socks before he can buckle up for the ride home.

Then later on in the evening after we dropped Geesie off at home he wanted to call Oma on her cell phone because he forgot to tell her something. Such a simple request could not be denied. I dialed the phone and handed it over and the poor guy wasn't sure who answered the phone and called Oma Geesie. That was all that was needed to start the confusion at the other end. Once Oma was put back on the phone the little guy did the same thing, it is amazing that he remember what he set out to say in the first place. All of his efforts were put forth to make sure that Oma knew that we saw Uncle Eric today at Riverwalk. Once he hung the phone up he took a few moments to digest the situation.

Then he said "Mom I accidentally called Oma Geesie. I called her Geesie twice. I am sorry mom."

I replied "That is okay, sometimes these things happen."

Nathan replied "Yeah, it was funny."

Life is good! I am truly blessed. I thank God for all of my riches.