6/29/08 - POPSICLES AND POOL TIME

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We returned this afternoon from a trip to Bainbridge Island and Benson Lake. It was a fun time.

The weather today was hot and the boys wanted to play outside. To cool off, I brought out some homemade Popsicles. Orion had a blueberry one and Ollie had an apple one. Ollie wanted some of Orion's and surprisingly he kindly shared with his little brother. Wonders never cease.

Then they wanted to bring out the kiddie pool. They enjoyed sliding down the slide. Ollie loved sliding fast and dunking completely under the water. He looked like he was coming up from a baptism. He was completely soaked. The first time he did it I thought we was going to cry but instead he laughed and said "slide!" He wanted to go again and again.

They also had fun playing with the new kitchen toy they got from the rotary auction. We put it in their backyard house. It is the first toy that I have seen both boys quietly and nicely share. Who knows how long that will last? I can always dream!

6/19/08 - OLLIE'S 18 MONTH CHECK-UP

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Ollie had his 18 month check-up today. I dropped Orion off at Daddy's work while Ollie and I went to the appointment. Ollie had dropped a bit in the weight chart. He was at the 10th percentile and is now at the 5th. The Dr. didn't seem too concerned though. I guess as long as he fluctuates within a certain range it's okay.

Then, we were also so concerned about whether Ollie was delayed in his milestones. It just didn't seem like he was talking much. It turns out he's not delayed. When Dr Mason and I counted the amount of words he does have it seems he's okay. And as far as his other milestones, he's operating at a 23 month level. So, Ollie is doing great. What a relief!

Afterward, we came home and had some fun backyard play with both boys. As you can see in the picture with Orion, Ollie has no issues with making eye contact. Another relief.

6/11/08 - INSOMNIAC CHILD!!!

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I've heard about how when you are held captive by terrorists they often use sleep deprivation as a form of torture. I can see why. It is very effective in breaking you down.

Ollie was a terrorist last night. I don't know what happened but he decided at about 1:00AM that he was done with sleeping and wanted to play. He dozed off a few times here and there. But for the majority of his normal sleeping hours he attempted to pile up his blankets and such and scale the crib to get out and destroy things. His goal was probably to lick electrical outlets or swallow poisonous cleaning agents. That child!!! At 4:00AM Mommy gave up and went into his room.

Then, after all that lack of sleep you would think he'd make up for it with a power nap. Mommy had hoped he would sleep while big brother was at school so she could nap. But, alas...no power nap. The child was just running on fumes all day long. And he was into trouble with a capital T. He wanted to bang on windows, knock down lamps, all the no-no's he knew of. Arrrggghhh!!!! Mommy had no tolerance because of her lack of sleep so some small scuffles came up between them.

In the evening Lynsey was scheduled to watch both boys while Mommy and Daddy had plans to go to the new Indiana Jones movie. But, we decided to pass on the movie and opt for sushi instead. Mommy was too fearful that she'd sleep through the movie. After sushi, we went in search of a crib tent only to find that they are quite expensive. So, we decided to get one on eBay and suffer through a few more nights of the crib scaling crazy boy! Look at this picture of him from today as he was trying to get behind the couch and knock over a lamp. He looks so cute and innocent. Looks can be deceiving!