First Day of School

Well, we have 3 years before kindergarten, and I thought that was a little early for a formal preschool. (Maybe next year!) So instead, I heard about this great little program run by the school district for kids 3-5. So, when Harrison turned 3 we decided to start. I have him in 1-2 sessions a week and so far he has loved his first week. He was a little shy and quiet during all the singing, but loved to color and loved centers!
Mommy even got out of bed the first day to see how it all works. It was up to Grandma Ward on day 2.
Here's to hoping that school is really as exciting as he thinks it is.

A Week of Birthday Celebrations

Well, Harrison turned three this week and I was planning on having a little friend's party for him to celebrate, but alas, my plans changed a few weeks back with bed rest. So we settled for 3 different days to celebrate his birthday at home. First, Grandma Ward was here helping out (thank goodness) and decided to give Harrison his present before his birthday so we could enjoy it one night.
He loved opening his first present and loved watching the new Lion King movie.
Then on his birthday, I made my first venture out of the house and we went to playgroup at a park by our house. Grandma got to chase him around while I got to sit back and watch him play. Then we had a picnic lunch. It was a fun morning.
When we got back from the park, Harrison "helped" Grandma make his cake.
He did better putting the sprinkles on!
Then with Daddy on Skype, we got to open some of his presents. He got new shoes and a dump truck from his Willerth Grandparents and family.

And I managed to finally finish his super hero cape that had been a long time in the making. He also got some Cars stuff and a new water bottle.
After presents, we had a Spaghetti dinner which Harrison picked and sang Happy Birthday to him. He did a great job blowing out his candles.
Then on Saturday, when Daddy was home, he got another present.
He got 2 new trains to play with and he and Daddy spent most of the weekend playing with trains and building new tracks.
Saturday was also Grandma Ward's birthday so we were able to take a little time from Harrison to celebrate her. We had a great cook out and enjoyed some time together. Grandpa sent some awesome flowers. They smell amazing!
Jeff made a great cake and we all enjoyed the rest of our weekend together.
Happy Birthday!

To My Angel Boy!

Dear Harrison,

Three years ago today I looked into the eyes that would change my life forever. Your presence has made my life so much better. You came a little later then we wanted you too, but when you got here you were worth the extra waiting. You were so healthy and calm and just wanted us to hold and cuddle you. You were a great sleeper and never did more then whimper when you needed something. You brought such a calmness and sweetness into our home. Your daddy and I can't imagine life without you.
You have taught me so much and helped me to grow in ways I never thought possible. I always knew I wanted to be a mom, but until you were here, I didn't really know what that meant. You helped me to learn patience and unconditional love. You have helped me to learn what true joy is as I have watched you grow from a little 8 lb, 5 oz baby, into a 33 lb toddler! You have grown bigger, not just physically, but mentally as well. You have quite the little personality and although you keep me on my toes all the time, you make life fun and exciting! I love watching you discover what the world has to offer and I love that you help me stop and enjoy the little things. Like the flowers along the sidewalk or the bugs in the grass. I love that you can remember all the lines in the movie Cars and get so excited to watch it again and again with me. I love that you copy what I say when I read books to you now and how you "let" me play with some of your toys! I love our games of hide and seek when you tell me where you are hiding. I love to color, cut, paint and do projects with you. I love that you made potty training so easy and quick. I love that we get to learn together. I love your laugh, your smile, and all your different emotion faces that you have been working on lately.
I love that you have been so patient with all the changes and travels in our lives and that you have been so excited to welcome a baby sister into our family. I am glad you have been able to adjust and give up some of your mommy time so that baby sister can get here safely!

Harrison, you are truly a blessing to me and all those you meet. I hope you enjoy your special day my little angel baby! I can't wait to see all that you teach me as you are learning what it is like to be 3!

Love,
Your Mommy

29, 1, 5

Take your pick of numbers...

29 weeks pregnant today with baby girl! This is a picture of her little face. Chin is on the left side and forehead on the right a little lower. I think she has Harrison's nose.
And here is me and 29 weeks...
1 week on bed rest and I am still trying to make the best of it. I can sit up and do some little things so I have read almost 2 books, read lots of books to Harrison, finished a 400 piece puzzle-with help- (see below) and am working on a few craft projects that are pretty simple but time consuming. So here is my chance I guess.
5 more weeks of bed rest to go. My Dr. said they would take me off at 34 weeks and see what my body does from there. Let's hope we last a little longer then that, but who knows what this little girl wants to do.
In the mean time, Harrison is trying to enjoy himself with some outside play time while I watch from my chair and also a lot of train track building and race car tracks in our house. Luckily Grandma Ward is here to keep track of the little guy and do everything around the house! Thanks so much and we love you Grandma!