9.17.12
My close friends daughter's birthday was on September 4.
A niece's birthday was on September 16 ... and
My mom's birthday was on September 17.
I mailed all three presents late. Reason? I forgot. I cannot believe it. So not like me to be forgetful when it comes to birthdays. I must have been too occupied planning Nathan's birthday celebrations. All I can say is "sorry loved ones".
I made spinach and artichoke dip for my mom and sister the last day they were here and lucky me, there was some leftover. Yum. They like it as much as I do. I cannot just eat a small amount. It's too good for it to be just a snack indulgence. I like making the hot version. I've tried the cold version and honestly it wasn't nearly as delectable. I love eating the dip with baguet rounds but it does fill you up a lot faster so I sometimes opt for tortilla chips. I'm craving this dip just by looking at it.
Sydna looking at a picture book with Riley. She would ask him where something was and he would point and say "right there". I know I've mentioned this before but each time we sit with him and look through books he gets better and better at naming things. They learn so fast. Such a smart little guy!
I really hate the beeping of a fire alarm's battery that's about to die. Such an irritating beep. This time it came from Sydna's room. The ceiling is slanted and it's placed on the tallest part. Sydna had recently rearranged her bedroom and now her bed was in the way of putting the ladder directly underneath it so Jacob had to get our step ladder and place it on her bed. Totally dangerous. I don't know how it all went down because I was busy with Riley in the living room but I took this picture after he replaced the battery.
Our nights usually end with a cozy Christmas movie while Riley drinks his milk bottle. I love it! The only thing that's missing is the cold weather to truly top off our nights. Must.Be.Patient. ... they'll be here before I know it.
Morning person. Momma, not so much ... but seeing his sweet smile sure gives me the energy to get out of bed and get
September 19, Wednesday was Talk Like A Pirate Day. Even the Little Einsteins were in the spirit. So cute!
Riley loves looking at himself on Nathan's iPad when it's on picture mode. He'll get close then he'll sit back. He will do this several times. He also makes faces and laughs.
Jacob and the kids were craving raspados. I don't typically crave things like that. I prefer a pastry and coffee. My sister had promised them some but we didn't have the time to go to the mall to get some whle they were here so she left them money. Thanks Tia Claudia.
After we left the mall we went to Party City. I'm the type of person that likes to shop for seasonal things as soon as they hit the stores. Paying full price doesn't stop me. I would rather have a good selection to choose from than waiting until the last minute and have a horrible selection left. I've done the waiting 'til the last minute thing and I hate it. Anyway, Riley's set for Halloween. He's going to look SO cute. You guys are just gonna have to wait until then to see him.
He looked cute in this cowboy sheriffs hat too. He walked around the store with it on. Funny guy.
You know how there are infants that look older than what they really are? Well I think Riley still looks much like a baby. I've seen other boys his age and to me some look older. Maybe it's the way they are dressed who knows but my little guy still looks and acts very much like a baby. I'm not complaining, I love it! Because as we all know children grow way too fast. So when Riley lays like this with his little hiney in the air it makes me smile and I think it's a cute looking one too.
Thursday was THE only day of the week that was cloudy.
I sure love waking up to a natural darkened room. I was showered and ready before dropping Sydna off at school. Took her to school, came back home to have some breakfast then left to Michaels to buy more Halloween stuff. Light Happy Heart.
My brother gave this little rocking chair to Sydna for her 1st Christmas. It's 15 years old. Once she's married and has kids of her own I will hand it down to her. I know it'll be a lot more special to her when her kids use it. Sweet sweet memories yet to be cherished.
Definitely captured a sweet moment here. Very touching!
In honor of my favorite season I went out and bought several little pumpkins to place on my console and dining table. I don't really decorate for Fall until November 1st, once I put away all of my Halloween decorations but I at least had to have a few pumpkins in my home come the first day of Fall to welcome this most gorgeous season with open arms. I buy a lot more when we go to the pumpkin patch. I totally want to move where one gets to experience the four seasons but without the scorching/humid summers. I wouldn't mind moving to Maine. It is so pretty there.
During our parent teacher conference that we had with Nathan's teacher on Tuesday we were told that Nathan would be receiving an award on Friday and would be honored as a Student of Character for exemplifying the qualities of Respect. Of his entire class he was the one that was chosen. That really warmed my heart and made me even prouder of my son for showing such a great quality in a person of his age. Principal shaking Nathan's hand and handing him his certificate.
You are awesome Nathan!
Nathan will be playing flag football through the Y again. Friday was their first day of practice. They will practice at an elementary school about fifteen minutes from where we live. I love where this school is located because you can clearly see the Catalina Mountains. There's a park next to the school. I will totally be taking Riley to that park in the Winter once there's snow on the mountains. Will make for some pretty pictures. Excited!
Sydna watching Nathan warm up.
By the time 5:00 pm came around the temperature was in the mid 90's. It got to 102 degrees around 1:00pm. I thought we were out of the triple digit weather. All I know is that it'll only get better from here on out ... weather wise. The heat is just being stupid stubborn here in Southern Arizona.
It felt so good not having to worry about Riley getting in peoples way or worrying about cars. He got to run around to his heart content. He gets red in the face so fast. Seeing him like this stresses me out so I'm constantly telling him to drink water. Before I leave the house {of course only during the hot Summer months} I always fill his drinking cup with ice water. No joking around in this dry heat. You'll collapse from dehydration since you don't feel you're sweating but you're totally drying out from the inside.
Came across two new yummy recipes that I hope Jacob gets the urge to try soon. I would love to have the banana oatmeal pancakes first. But he will have to make them for dinner one day because I can't have a sweet breakfast ... my stomach ends up hurting. Don't know why. I've been this way for as long as I can remember. Growing up Mexican I don't EVER remember eating anything sweet for breakfast.
Last week was sure one of the most eventful weeks I've had in a while. Guess it'll continue from here on out. Sydna also got her hair trimmed and layered. She still wanted to keep her hair long but she had lots of split ends so the lady cut off about two inches. She was stressing out, lol.
Riley doesn't really do well when we have to get in and out of the truck too many times. I don't blame him. It's tiresome. He likes being home and playing with his toys and watching Little Einsteins or Christmas movies. Although, once it's no longer hot we will be resuming our walks and visiting parks.
Cute picture of the two guys brushing their teeth.
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