Monday, December 28, 2009

Christmas 2009!

What a very Merry Christmas this was! Overall, I got presents SIX different times. I'm not quite sure where we're going to put all my new stuff, but I love it! We started out on Christmas Eve morning with brunch and presents at Nannie's. Once we were done there, it was off to Nana's. All my cousins were there, and we opened tons of gifts. I carried around my golf clubs and played with Dylan on Peyton's new train. It was really hard to share, but I'm slowly learning. Then it was off to Aunt Mary Sue's house to see Poppy. We practiced building Thomas the Train out of blocks. So fun! After all that, I went back to Uncle Daniel's to get ready for bed. I really wanted to open a few more gifts first though, so I handed mommy the tape and my golf ball and she wrapped it up for me. I opened it at least a dozen times and thought it was great!! When I woke up on Christmas morning, Santa had come!!! I rode around inside on my new tricycle, played with my new puzzles, CDs, DVDs, and books. Christmas is awesome. I was so happy that I decided to say "Cheese" and smile for the camera during breakfast. I wasn't as excited to put on my dress clothes for church, but everyone thought I looked very handsome. Nannie was proud of how well behaved I was during church, and afterward we headed to MaMa Collins' house for more presents! My cousin Tatum gave me some blocks, and we had a blast playing with them. I made sure to help everyong else open their presents too! After all that food and present opening, I was tuckered out. It was time for a snooze in the recliner after a very busy morning. My day was not complete though. We made a few mores stops around town, and then I charmed my way into one more gift. Campbell had a present she was going to return, but I convinced Nana to just let me have it. I'm starting to think I can get whatever I want when I come down here to visit :) I hope everyone had as wonderful a holiday as I did, and thanks to everyone for all my fun gifts!!!

Wednesday, December 23, 2009

A Day at Nannie's

It's the day before Christmas Eve, and I've been running all over Nannie's place! I woke up this morning and ran straight to the tree. I've been practicing my self-restraint by pointing to each and every ornament without grabbing it. I am so ready to rip into all those awesome presents though! This afternoon the weather was beautiful, so Nannie took me outside to play. First we went down to the pier. I liked looking through the boards at the water. Then I wanted inside that boat!! I practiced driving and waving at the ladies. I explored every inch of that thing and even found some unexpected water in the cup holder. Uh oh!! We left the pier and headed onto the driveway. I pushed the wheelbarrow all over the place, climbed on the trailer, practiced driving the 4 wheeler and a tractor! I was a very busy boy! I even made my grandma's day by saying "Nannie!" It has been a ton of fun, and I know tomorrow will be even better!

Saturday, December 19, 2009

An Impromptu Christmas!

This morning when I woke up, it was COLD! The kind of cold that makes it feel like Christmas. Despite the weather, I was ready to go outside. I didn't want to get out of my jammies, so Daddy just put on my shoes and bundled me up. It was awesome :) After running a few errands and getting my flu shot, it was back home for a day of play. I ate and ate and ate all day long. Mommy thinks I must be growing. I have to grow so I can be a big boy that follows Daddy everywhere. He was up in the attic today, and I did my best to get up there with him. Mommy kept pulling me down though :( I also spend a LOT of time reading my books. I read them at home, in bed, in the car, waiting in line at the doctor, really anywhere I can...even in a plastic bucket! I have been so well behaved staying away from the Christmas tree and presents that my parents got a little complacent, so I decided to make my move. I got the present I bought for Daddy and started to rip it open. Lucky for me, instead of getting upset, we decided to have our Christmas right then!!! Daddy got Meerkat Manor DVDs (which I love), and Mommy got her itunes gift card. I got a Handy Manny toolbox from my parents and my very own chair from Nannie. I LOVE THEM!!! I've heard there is more of this to come in the next week, and I cannot wait. A few more days to go!

Sunday, December 13, 2009

Adventures with the Girls

What a non-stop weekend! Friday night I went to a Christmas party with mommy that was for her AcDec team. I liked hanging out with all her students and some of the other teacher's kids. Afterward we met Daddy, Aunt Elizabeth, Aunt Jenny and the girls for dinner in Frisco Square. Watching the lights outside was so cool! When we got home, I put on my Christmas jammies and played in my basket of balls :) On Saturday, most of the girls went to the ballet. Daddy, Campbell and I decided to stay home and play. We never get to hang out just the two of us, and we had a blast! Today we all loaded up and went to the driving range. This time I got to get out and play. Daddy and Mommy showed me what to do, and I thought it was awesome. I like getting the ball out of the hole, swinging the club, and being in charge of the flag. So much fun!

Afterward everyone came over to my place for dinner and some football watching! I love playing with my cousins, and I love eating good food. I even got a taste of my first Oreo...YUMMY!! One more week of school until the holiday break. I can't wait!!

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Fireplace Fun

With all this cold weather, it's time to get the fireplace ready to go. Nana & Pawpaw got Mommy and Daddy some gas logs for the fireplace, so we don't have to go get wood anymore. Daddy picked them out, and I opened them up for inspection we he got home. They are going to be awesome! Some assembly was required, so we pulled out our handy tools and went to work. Things were going great until we tried to take the gas pipe apart. We were stumped because nothing was working and they were stuck!! We finally decided to call in the professionals, so we have to wait another week. In the meantime, we decided to have a farewell fire for the wood we had left in the garage. I thought it was great! Look at those flames! I've been keeping a good eye on it for Mom and Dad. In other news, I've been biting again at school. Not everyday, but sometimes things happen. Other kids just get in my way and I snap! I'm getting much better at using my words though, so that should help. I was sick this past weekend, so Daddy kept me home on Monday. We had a blast rough-housing and goofing off. Peek-a-boo!!! I see you!! I'm also getting into the Christmas spirit with my elf hat and Christmas jammies. I've been pretty good about staying away from the tree, but I cannot wait to get my hands on all those presents. Not too much longer to wait!!
Now I've got to get my rest so I can finish out another busy week!!

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Starting to Feel Like Christmas!

The tree is up, stockings are hung, and presents are wrapped. All the new stuff around the house is awesome! I love looking at the lights and ornaments on the tree, and I think all the decorations are new toys for me to play with. I was having a great time telling Daddy about the snowman's eyes, mouth and nose! Daddy and Uncle Daniel even managed to get lights up on the outside of the house. The picture doesn't do it justice, but I think our house looks great! This morning we got a great suprise. I woke up, got dressed, and when I looked out the back door, I saw this: That's right, SNOW. Real snow. Big fat snowflakes! Mommy bundled me up, and out we went to play. Boy was it cold, and I didn't really know what to think at first. I wasn't sure if I liked it or not, but I was clapping and laughing after a few minutes. Unfortunately it was all melted when I got back home, but I did have a package waiting for me. I'm loving the holidays and all these boxes!! I opened it up, and Nannie had sent me a Christmas duck. It even lights up and makes noise. AWESOME! Then I ran over to the tree and sat in the chair that is wrapped up underneath it. (Come on guys. You didn't think I would figure out there was a chair in there?) My parents say there are only a few weeks until the holidays, but it already feels like fun to me!!!!