Our Christmas continued through Sunday, and of course Brode got MORE!!
Sunday night we went to Matt's aunt and uncles for Christmas with the LaBarge's. We had a great dinner and opened presents then finished with the family tradition of his uncle's homemade ice cream.
Brode got a handful of new clothes that he desparately needed as well as a Thomas train with a few cars, a stuffed Grinch with the "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" book and a stuffed dog named Jingle that came with a book "Jingle All The Way". Brode really enjoys reading with Jingle because he responds by barking and talking when certain lines in the book are read out loud.
Matt and Brode also got toys from Grandma Beth that they can enjoy together.
I jumped too quick to my favorite gift before heading to the LaBarge's. There I received a present from Matt and his mom that I think quickly became my favorite. I do still love my coat a LOT, but the Kindle I got is something I also really enjoy and I already got a few books on it and I even read 1/4 of one last night. The Kindle actually surprised me, it wasn't quite what I thought it was going to be particularily in the eye straining area. There isn't a 'screen' look to it, it is very much just like a book page so it is not hard to read for a long period of time.
Monday we finally got our first full day at home to simply play with toys. We got out Brode's gator golf and tool set that he really enjoyed! He spent some time on his trampoline and I got all of his new clothes organized.
You may remember the last post I talked a bit about GeoTrax. Well we couldn't wait to expand, so we returned one of the presents we had gotten Brode that wasn't quite in his age group yet and we got the train to go with his airport! Grandpa and Brode set it all up Monday nigt and he loves it! GeoTrax will definetaly be something we will put on Brode's gift lists from now on. There are a lot of little and larger parts to collect to create an entire town! They are also easy to use and perfect for his ages and many to come.
Tuesday morning Brode returned to day care, and NOT voluntarily to say the least. He lost so much sleep over the weekend and was spoiled with 5 days at home so he was not ready to return. Waking up and getting dressed was ok, but he refused to put his coat on and screamed "no go see my friends!" all the way there. At one point I needed to pull over and rebuckle his carseat because he pulled his arms right out and started climbing out. Our worst morning by far, he has cried about getting ready before but this was unbelieveable. Completely tested my patience. Those terrible twos are coming on strong so we will greatly be working the no spoiling and punishment area. Whew, boys.
Brode got a handful of new clothes that he desparately needed as well as a Thomas train with a few cars, a stuffed Grinch with the "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" book and a stuffed dog named Jingle that came with a book "Jingle All The Way". Brode really enjoys reading with Jingle because he responds by barking and talking when certain lines in the book are read out loud.
Matt and Brode also got toys from Grandma Beth that they can enjoy together.
I jumped too quick to my favorite gift before heading to the LaBarge's. There I received a present from Matt and his mom that I think quickly became my favorite. I do still love my coat a LOT, but the Kindle I got is something I also really enjoy and I already got a few books on it and I even read 1/4 of one last night. The Kindle actually surprised me, it wasn't quite what I thought it was going to be particularily in the eye straining area. There isn't a 'screen' look to it, it is very much just like a book page so it is not hard to read for a long period of time.
Monday we finally got our first full day at home to simply play with toys. We got out Brode's gator golf and tool set that he really enjoyed! He spent some time on his trampoline and I got all of his new clothes organized.
You may remember the last post I talked a bit about GeoTrax. Well we couldn't wait to expand, so we returned one of the presents we had gotten Brode that wasn't quite in his age group yet and we got the train to go with his airport! Grandpa and Brode set it all up Monday nigt and he loves it! GeoTrax will definetaly be something we will put on Brode's gift lists from now on. There are a lot of little and larger parts to collect to create an entire town! They are also easy to use and perfect for his ages and many to come.
Tuesday morning Brode returned to day care, and NOT voluntarily to say the least. He lost so much sleep over the weekend and was spoiled with 5 days at home so he was not ready to return. Waking up and getting dressed was ok, but he refused to put his coat on and screamed "no go see my friends!" all the way there. At one point I needed to pull over and rebuckle his carseat because he pulled his arms right out and started climbing out. Our worst morning by far, he has cried about getting ready before but this was unbelieveable. Completely tested my patience. Those terrible twos are coming on strong so we will greatly be working the no spoiling and punishment area. Whew, boys.
This week we're busy as we plan many activities while we're all off of work. Tuesday my friend Tiff from LaCrosse came and visited because we haven't seen her in months, we really needed to catch up! After Brode showed Tiff all of his new presents we bundled Brode up and took him to our friend Kelsey's house to play on her pond - Brode's first ice experience!
He was a bit hesitant at first, but much better than I thought. He started walking, then moved to a bit of a shuffle and by the end he attempted running. The girls loved watching him play hockey and Brode was excited to try out all of his skills on the ice. After over an hour of playing we went inside for hot chocolate and lunch. Once deciding that nap wasn't happening Brode was begging us to go back out on the ice. This time around we all got our skates on and Brode watched as we skated everywhere. It definetaly won't be long until he has his first pair of skates (we had them picked out and passed on them, but now knowing he loves it we may need to change our mind)!
After a long day of playing we sent Brode to Grandma Beth's with yet another one of his christmas presents. He got this backpack from my mom. Brode has been really into grabbing a lunch box or bag and saying "I'm going to work" or "I'm going to school" as he walks towards the door. He loaded his Tigger and blanket up in the backpack and headed off to Grandma Beth's for a sleepover. I couldn't help but think he looked so much older and started to completely dread the day he goes to Kindergarten.
Brode stayed at Grandma Beth's overnight because our family went to Jeff Dunham at the Resch Center in Green Bay. He is an amazing comedian that definetaly gave my abs a workout from laughing so hard for two hours straight.
The rest of the week we have a neighbor 'kid' night, work, lunch dates and celebrating New Years! It sure is the busiest time of year!
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