Sick, sick sick

Over the BEAUTIFUL 80 degree weekend, the boys & I enjoyed being SICK! Yes, that's right! What better way to spend beautiful weather than inside??? I know what's better - sick mom taking care of sick kids by herself!!!
Jason had his good friend, John, in from KC this weekend. The boys had fun sampling different Austin foods, golfing, IKEA, and the MU vs. Texas basketball game.
As for the sicko ones, we did just fine. It was a little hectic, but we were so glad healthy Jason got to enjoy time with his friend.
So far, Mom is going CRAZY. Little one is better, Mom is getting there, and Big kid is still sick. Until today. He was "too sick" and "too weak" to go to school at 7:30am today, but by 9:15 that kid was his crazy, normal self! Yikes! The boys have been acting like... well, brothers today. They have been fighting, hugging, wrestling, playing, screaming, laughing, and, of course, a game of footsie was included. My dear friend Becky got to hear me screeching at my kiddos when they were wrestling to the point of Nicholas screaming "He's killing me!!". That was about the end. Yikes.
I currently feel for all the Mommies in Missouri who have yet another snow day. I need a vacation from all of this! A day to for Mom to just rest & get better - can we schedule that in? Maybe next month...
So thankful they are both happy, healthy boys. Now when is naptime?

Why can't I???

Looking for advice from anyone who may be reading this...
So the oldest is 6, youngest is 2.5. And they don't understand why they have different responsibilities and/or privileges.
The six year old is angry that he has to clean his room, do chores, etc. and little brother has minimal requirements. He "helps" to clean, but has no independent jobs like big bro.
The two year old hates that he can't use stamps & play with markers. And why doesn't he go to school?
How do you keep life "fair" for each kid while acknowledging their frustrations? What do you do when your six year old leaves his markers & stamps around for the little one to find. Little one then displays his artwork on the walls & furniture!!! Yikes. Guess we have a lot to learn!

Before & After

It finally happened. Matthew got a haircut! We knew it was time, but we really have enjoyed his long, scraggly hair. It suits him. He is a rocker & he knows it. Thankfully, boys with short hair can rock out too. Enjoy the before & after pics!

Grumpy!!

In case you talk to me in the next few days, ignore my grumpy attitude! I will blame it on lack of sleep, sickness coming on, and a general distaste for all foods. Blah. If anyone has a way to get me out of this mood, please share! :) Think I need to re-start my Gratitude Journal...

Now We are 6!

Borrowing from A.A. Milne's title...
Nicholas turned 6 earlier this month... and celebrated with a trip to Toys R Us, an afternoon movie, Chuy's for dinner, and a bowling party with friends! What a great day!

Christmas 2010

Pics from our 2010 Christmas! Enjoy!