Coolest rocking horse ever!

So, if you were having a birthday party for a 5 year old boy and his buddies, would you consider holding it 

a) in the dark?

b) somewhere where they would hold weapons?

c) somewhere where both of the above items would be ticked off?

Neither would I

On Saturday, Drew went to his buddy Leo's birthday party.  It was held at the "Putting Edge" in Oakville.  It was a glow in the dark mini golfing party.

I gotta say, was a bit nervous for it.  Even more so when we got there, as the venue did not allow parents to go in with the kids (only the parents of the birthday boy).

I had some visions of what might happen.....it was laughable, really.

Surprisingly enough though, it all turned out great.  Drew now loves mini-golf and has asked to go back and not one boy came out with a black eye.

Guess you never can tell with kids!

The golf clubs were used as pretend guns though (as were the glow in the dark sticks that Leo's mom gave out).

While Drew and I were at the birthday party, Hunter stayed at Nana and Papa's house.  Papa wasn't there, because we had sent him to the auction sale for the day (there was a set of drawers there that we wanted).

He brought this rocking horse home.

It rocks.....in an, "I'm the most awesome rocking horse ever" sort of way.

Papa rocks in the, "I'm the most awesome papa ever" sort of way.

He also brought home the drawers and a train plate (for the boys).  I made him drive the drawers to our house, only to ask him to come pick them back up as they aren't quite what we want after all.

He loves me (and is not annoyed AT ALL - ha ha).

We are switching drawers with them, taking the set from my brother's room, giving them the new ones to replace my brother's set with.

On Sunday we woke up, and because we are the funnest parents around (yes, I used the word funnest) we decided to head to Wonderland.  An early morning wake up call to my sister in law and it was fun times for everyone!

Drew rode on Thunder run for the first time.

He LOVED it.

These donuts are now an expectation every time we go to Wonderland.

I can't say I mind, they are pretty damn good!

Hunter rode on a ride independently for the first time.

I had tears in my eyes.

The day was ended off with ice cream.

Rock on.

We love kittens

Tuesday was gymnastics day.  The boys did GREAT.  Hunter did so great that his coach (Jen, whom he had last session) asked me if I'd swapped babies during the summer.  Last session, Hunter would want to do anything BUT what the coach was trying to do with the kids.  This session (well, on Tuesday anyways, am totally knocking on wood as I type this) he followed directions completely, did the circuit, put his "bum on the wall" when she asked them to.  It was SO cute!

After gymnastics, Nana came back to our house for a bit (she doesn't have a kindergarten run this year, so she has a bit more free time...yay!) and then after H's nap, we went up to their house for the evening.

Along the way, there was some love for the kittens.

Never enough love....

Wednesday morning Hunter had his discover together class at the Milton EYC.  Normally, Drew would be at school during this class, but since it hasn't started yet, the teacher was nice enough to let him tag along.

He was really excited to wear his new fireman shirt that his aunt Laurie made him.  I was really excited that he was wearing something OTHER than the fire-fighter costume he's been wearing everyday.  THANK YOU LAURIE....most thoughtful gift EVER.

Thursday was Drew's birthday party - take 2.  Normally, I'd just have all of our friends at one party so everyone could celebrate together.  I decided against this for Drew's party this year mainly because he was insisting on having it at our house (I was having panic attacks about the possibility of rain).  Our house just isn't that big and there is only one washroom.

I think the 2nd party was a great idea.  The kids seemed to have a great time, and I had a great time with my mommy friends....plus Drew's birthday got spread out a little more.....and everyone knows, I LOVE celebrating with my kids!

craft fun

yummy cupcakes!

Thanks girls for coming to celebrate with us.....we had a great time.

This morning the boys and I headed to Indigo (the Thomas book store).  We played, read some books, listened to story time and then hit the road.  We hadn't been there in a while, so it was nice to do something "different".

From Indigo, we went to First choice to get Drew's hair cut.  I was thinking of getting H's hair cut too, but he would have nothing to do with it.  It's not that long, so I didn't push it.

Right beside First Choice in Milton, there is a subway.  Guess what we had for lunch??

Hunter fell asleep on the way home, so once I transferred him to his crib, Drew and I hung out.  He made a birthday card for his buddy Leo (whose party we're going to tomorrow), we played with some of his new playmobil stuff and then we headed outside once H woke up.

Nana and Papa's was the next stop.  There we played on the trampoline and played with the Thomas trains.

And there you have it, it's Friday night, I've got some DVR'd shows to catch up on!  James works tomorrow, but then is off for a few days.....hopefully we'll do something fun!

Monday September 12, 2011

 I know, a bit behind on the blog posts....

On Monday September 12, Drew had his first half-day of school.  It was from 8:30-11 and we had to drop him off and pick him up.  James was off, so the whole family went.

We are so completely nerdy like that.

Drew was soooo excited.

This kitten is tails or ginger...I honestly can't tell them apart....the kids LOVE them.

I'm not sure they love the kids.....they are good sports though.

 While Drew was at school James, Hunter and I went to Walmart to pick up a few things and then it was time to pick him up again (2 1/2 hours goes by fast!).  He had a great time, smiling from ear to ear when we picked him up.  It's so much fun to hang out with his buddies again!

The afternoon found us at Nana and Papa's where Drew (and Hunter) got another gift.

It's not as fast as his gator, but he really seems to like the handle bars.  He's been riding it non-stop since he got it.

 When Papa started shopping around, he started out by looking for a "real" 4-wheeler for them.  He decided they weren't quite ready for it.  I'm glad he made that decision, I don't think I'm quite ready for them to be driving a "real" one yet.

and yes, I realize that big brother has a helmet and little brother does not.  We've since decided that helmets are not necessary....it does not go very fast.....still, I'm sure this photo will end up in the hands of Hunter's therapist one day.

That's that!

Happy birthday Drew!

On Sunday September 11, 2011 Drew turned 5 years old.  I'm still trying to wrap my head around it.  We had a whole bunch of fun lined up for him...here's how it played out.

Once he woke up (H was up already) we got straight to business opening his gifts from James, Hunter and I.  He was very excited and once opened, he was busy for a long time playing with his new toys.

Drew got Hunter a gift, so he wouldn't feel left out of the action.

Next up was the ritual of marking his height on the wall....he's grown about an inch since the last time we measured him.

 Once we calmed down from that, we headed to our neighbour's place (the Hume's).  The Toronto Live Steamers club meets there once/month to run their trains around the track.

The boys were mesmerized.

And were thrilled to get a ride!!!  Seriously, best day EVER!!

Hunter wouldn't go on his own, so James went on with him.  I think James had as much fun as the boys.

At 4pm, Drew's party (his first, of two) started.  I was a bit panicked about this whole thing....I'm not entirely thrilled with how it all played out.  Should have organized more games, but when I asked Drew if he had fun at his party, his eyes lit up and he said it was the best party EVER....so I guess that's all that counts.

Craft fun...painting picture frames!

Hadley having some fun.

Grandma instructing the kids.....it was so funny!

K and J on the bouncy castle.

My uncle and cousins having some dinner.

Drew's cake, which was brought by Nana and Papa.  He gave strict instructions that he wanted blue and white icing with transformers on top.  Well done Nana and Papa!  He was thrilled!!

Hadley getting some cake.

Pinata craziness.  I love how Hunter is just waiting at the back...

He's got his nana to pick up the candy for him....why stress???  LOL

Drew opening his gorgeous painting from Hadley.

It's tough to open your gifts when there are vultures all around you!  LOL

Opening gifts from Uncle Jamie ("he sent them all the way from Golden?!?!?"  Drew was super excited about that)

Sparkler fun.

Perhaps that full moon had something to do with the craziness of the night!

The photo collage below was done by my friend Laurie (from Clover photography).  I think it captures the day perfectly.  Although, there is no picture of me pulling my hair out.....that should probably be added to get a true feel for the afternoon!  Ha ha ha

Happy birthday Drew.  I love you so much, little bean.  I am so very proud of you, and can not wait to see what the next days, months, years have in store for us!!!!

XOXOXO