Swimmer

Hudson has been in swimming lesson since he was six months old.  It was one of the best decisions we made.  He loves the water, loves swimming, and can swim about 10 feet on his own.  We can't wait for the outdoor pool at our club to open!

Brothers

Bennett loves to follow Hudson while he rides his bike.  It's so cute listening to Bennett yell "Hudson wait" and Hudson respond "hurry up buddy"...nothing is better than brothers.

Sunny Day at the Zoo

We went to the Zoo a few days and ago, the weather was amazing, the kids feed the giraffes, we had a picnic and ended the day on the carousel...we had the perfect day.

Fun with Olivia

When you ask Bennett to name his family he says mommy, daddy, Hudson and Olivia!  Yep, apparently I he considers Olivia family... pretty cute.  Last week Shelbi watched Bennett for me so I could attend a Mother's Day celebration at Hudson's preschool.  He loved it!

Interview

After reading an interview my friend Alicia did with her daughter I decided to do the same with Hudson.  I'm going to try to ask both boys the same questions each year and see how the answers change over time.


What makes mommy happy?  Making Things
How does mommy make you laugh?  Playing Silly Animals
What make mommy sad?  Not Following the Rules
What was mommy like as a child?  She Didn't Listen
How old is mommy?  I'm 5 so you are at least 6
What is mommy's favorite things to do?  Play with Me
What does mommy do when you are at school?  Rest and Shower
What does mommy do when you and Bennett aren't around? Go Crazy (my favorite answer)
What is mommy really good at?  Dishes
What is mommy's favorite  food?  Pizza and Salad
What do you and mommy do together?  Play Outside with Bennett
What is your favorite thing about mommy?  She Loves Me

Family Pictures

A few weeks ago we had family pictures done for Hudson's four year and Bennett's 1 1/2 year pictures.  As always, Jocelyn did an amazing job. Thank you Jocelyn! 

Sunny in Seattle

Last weekend we had some sun in Seattle so we decided to head to the beach to play in the sand, throw rocks in the water and enjoy dinner with Uncle Greg.

Proud Mommy

For Hudson's fourth birthday he decided to collect toys for Children's Hospital instead of receiving presents from his friends.  Yes, he made this decision all on his own.  About a month before his party we were having dinner and I asked him what he would like for his birthday.  He responded that he had a lot already and didn't really need any new toys.  We often talk about Children's because Bennett spent some time there last year.  I mentioned that the kids there sometimes don't have any toys or books from home, and that he should feel lucky.  He then told John and I that we should bring them some.  This is how the whole idea began, and he never looked back.  When we went to deliver the toys/books/games to Children's he was beaming with pride.  The woman that we gave them to gave Hudson and hug and let him pick out a Bennie Baby.  As we were walking back to the car he told me "I like sharing with other kids, sometimes they give you a bird" the Beanie Baby he picked was a bird.  I am a very proud mommy.  Of course John and I want to give our kids everything, but we know that would be only a disservice to them.  We want them to grow up knowing that birthdays aren't just about gifts, but about fun with friends and family. 

Disneyland

We drove over to Disneyland from Palm Springs for a few days and we had a wonderful time.  This was our 3rd time with Hudson and our best yet.  He loved everything and was even tall enough for Splash Mountain!  Bennett was amazed by everything, not thrilled with Pirates of the Caribbean, but he loved Toontown. We are hoping to head back in the fall to go to the opening of Cars at California Adventure.