Just Like Daddy

Malachi likes to be "Just Like Daddy". From haircuts, to phrases, to transportation. Daddy started riding the bike to the bus stop, and taking the bus to work about a month and a half ago. Now whenever we pass a bus -- "That's Malachi's bus, That's Daddy's blue school bus". And if we see someone riding a bicycle, Malachi is quick to point it out.

Now, he's one step closer to being "Just Like Daddy". Monday night I got confirmation that we had beat the crowds, and we were getting a cool trike off of Craigslist. I quickly informed Malachi that first thing in the morning, we were going to go pick up his bicycle. He was very excited. I showed him the picture on the website of HIS bike, and he started giggling. Then he pointed the the screen and said very clearly, "Mommy -- take it out!". I thought perhaps this is one of those developmental things so I explained "we can't take it out, it's just a picture". Then he pointed to the printer and said again, "Mommy -- take it out!". Then I got what he was saying. So, I printed out the pictures and he gleefully took it into his hands and held it close to his chest. His bicycle!




He insisted on taking the pictures to bed with him. He had a hard time falling asleep, I think he laid in bed for 1.5 hours before slumber finally overtook him.


But, he kept hanging onto that picture!


Finally morning came and after a quick jaunt in the car we had the bike. Here's a picture Malachi on his bike -- so pleased with himself! It was kinda yucky outside, and Mommy was tired, so we just rode it around the house a little. As you can see from the picture, it also has a rocking function. He was pretty pleased!!


Toddler's are sometimes chaotic, but I love all the "first" moments. They're never too shy to share their excitement about something. He's still working on learning how to pedal, but it seems like before long, we'll be teaching him how to drive a stick-shift. Savoring these days,

Sarah

The Hot Days of August

Okay, so the days have been hot, the sun is out, and I've felt a little shoppy-happy. Which probably doesn't say very much, because I'm painfully cheap, but I have gotten two new "toys" for Malachi. See below.


He's almost 3, but I've never bought him paint before. He's finger painted before, but not the good ol' water colors. Or so I think. He seemed to be a pro at this whole thing. Of course, there were a few casualties:



All a sign of a fun day I think. Here's the next toy:


Bring back memories? The crocodile on the left is of the "grow in water" variety. The frog on the right was Malachi's misinterpretation of the process. I'm excited to see if he catches on that the crocodile is growing. I remember having large animals growing in our bathroom sink growing up -- oh no wait, that was just calving season -- lol (only farmers' daughters will get that joke). Anyway, I'll have to get Malachi's feet in every shot so YOU can see just how big our slimy friend is getting.

Speaking of slimy -- this next tidbit calls for a little sympathy for the trials of older siblings. Luckily, Malachi had no idea what was going on. He was merely greeting his sister with a good "face in the car seat" hug, when the unexpected happened. He looked up at me (on the phone at the moment) afterwards and I noticed he was covered in quite a bit of regurgitated boob juice, if you know what I mean. Poor guy. Only wish I had gotten a clearer picture ... maybe I am a scrapbooker after all :)


Moving on, the heat tuckered everybody out, but Violet held true to her personality and would not fall asleep. Enter the Bjorn. Enter heavenly. Worked like a charm ... I think I'm going to wear it around the house more ...


Meanwhile, Malachi was having fun running rampant. He thought the big, powerful fan was pretty cool.


And now my first time posting a video -- I'll title it -- "What Happens When Toddlers Don't Nap":



Now that you've seen Malachi so "natural", here's a picture of Violet who didn't get a bath today, but enjoyed a cottonless afternoon:


It may have been super duper hot today, but it was a great Saturday. Awaiting tomorrow's adventures ...