Not Me Monday!

This week has been very hectic, so I figured it'd be a good week to do a "Not Me! Monday." If you're not sure what it is, then head over to see MckMama at www.mycharmingkids.net and see what the hype is about!

I did not decide I was so tired I couldn't even keep my eyes open. I did not proceed to turn on the TV for Jalen and just go to sleep on the couch. It was only 45 minutes, I swear.

Jalen did not throw a rock at a tree this week and then, have the rock come flying back and hit him in the nose. Nope, my son!

I did not come in from work, kiss Jalen, and wake him up to tell him I love him and see those big brown eyes. Nope, not me. We did not stay up until 1 in the morning talking about monsters and rocks. Nope, my child is in bed by 9 o'clock.

I did not open up my sisters car door during the carpool line and let Jalen pee. Nope, I always find a bathroom for him.

Ry-Ry

It's Jalen Day!

Well, I'm not sure what day isn't Jalen's day, but yesterday was Jalen's day at preschool. He was able to share different things about him. He had lots of fun (and me too) getting his stuff together. We created a photo album of everyone in his family and put little labels in case he decided not to talk about it. Also, there were 2 books - one Thomas book and a Curious George book, a Thomas train, and a Curious George figurine from his birthday cake. I, being the Mom that I am, decided to see if the teacher would video tape it for me. I am very glad I did because it is so cute. He did talk about his pictures and he was very excited to show them how his train works. He did a great job introducing himself to his class and I was proud to see what he does when I'm not there.

After school, we went and ate lunch with Daddy. Then, we had to take Jalen for his 3 year old check-up. Yes, I know he's been three for a little bit but we had to wait for our favorite doctor and then, Mommy's schedule got messed up. He is in the 75th percentile for weight and height. He is a mear 35lbs and about 38 inches tall. Everything looked great and he was not scared. I was very suprised and he showed me what a big boy he was!! He would not let her check his ears though. He said nuh-uh, nope. That's Mr. J for you!

I love you, Jalen!

Our Boating Adventures

After the aquarium, we headed back to my Mom's house to wait for her to get off work. When she got home we went on the boat and headed to the cutbanks! We enjoyed it and loved being out. Jalen is a true boater and enjoys it all. Half of the time he falls asleep out there. I think if we took him boating in the winter, he'd still love it and still want to get in the water!!

Little Things...

Yes, I always say that it is the little things in life that mean the most and to me, it is. It's the little pitter patter of feet into my room at night that make me smile. It's turning over at night finding Jalen in bed with me with him smiling ear-to-ear waving at me - yes, I busted out laughing. It's watching through the little window at Jalen's school seeing him play with the kids. It's seeing my sisters pull up and hanging out with them all day. It's seeing Nicholas come home from work and Jalen saying 'Hi, Daddy!' It's seeing Jalen with all of his family. It's having a job to go to (even, when I don't want to work). It's having a dinner with all the people you love around you. It's seeing my nephew's face light up. It's traveling to the beach to see Mom. Sometimes in life it's the things that are free that make you the happiest...

Aquarium

Last Saturday, Jalen and I went to the Pine Knoll Shores NC Aquarium and got to see what it was like. I remember going when I was little, but I was excited to take Jalen. It was only $8 for me and Jalen was free (any kid under 5). It only took us about 45 minutes to go through. He enjoyed the touch exhibit, well, he enjoyed flinging the water all over me! I think the best part of the whole thing for him was getting a drink out of the drink machine. Oh, the little things in life..

Thankful Tuesday.. Oops Thursday!

My beautiful rose picture - My of my roses from Nicholas!

This week I have so much to be thankful for I posted it a few days later (or I just forgot to post it?) I'm thankful...

* Jalen is doing better with school and seems to enjoy going. His teachers seem to be doing really well with him and I'm pleased with that..

* We had safe travels to and from the beach with an excellent time inbetween!

* My Mom got to come back with us and enjoy some time here in Cary with everyone.

* My sisters and I were able to hang out and see each other. Seems like when we go days from hanging out that we're really going weeks. Ha!

* My Dad won his golf tournament. :) Congrats!

* My Grandnana is doing very well and seemed in good spirits when I talked to her on Tuesday!

* I get paid tomorrow!!!

Lots to be thankful for and that is just a few of mine.. What are you thankful for??