what we do

on the days Peyton goes to pre-school. we wake up early, make pancakes (Peyton's favorite), get ready, and usually have just a little time to play.this morning, for some reason, playtime was in the kitchen right under my feet, and Peyton told knock knock jokes the WHOLE time.he makes them up as he goes....
Peyton: 'knock knock
Me: 'who's there'
Peyton: 'chicken'
Me:'chicken who'
Peyton: 'ummmm....... chicken poo poo head!'
then he cracks up like it's the funniest joke in the world.then he starts a new one. it goes on and on until someone changes the subject.... usually me. but don't get me wrong i LOVE his jokes, or even more than that, i LOVE watching him crack up at himself. he's such a 'boy' now.we drive to pre-school with Peyton usually telling me 'we will play in the gym today because it's too cold to play outside'. he also asks for me to play his favorite song 'the road song' aka 'On the road again' by Willie Nelson. after we listen to Willie'LOUDER PLEASE'.... both boys want to hear Kelly Clarkson's new cd (also one of my new favorites). it is SO FUNNY watching the boys dance and play the drums in their carseats. cracks me up every single time! once we drop Peyton off at school the car is really quiet. Jayden asks where 'gung gung' is a few times on the way home. (Jayden calls Peyton 'gung gung'. we don't know why). once Jayden and i get home he usually sits on the couch with his sheekie while i make breakfast for us. today he had a slight meltdown after we got him dressed. (i'm pretty sure it was because i got my camera out). i wanted to practice my 'manual' skills, (i've been shooting in 'aperture' mode for a few months and got a little worried that i forgot how to shoot in manual). so i took pictures (in manual) of Jayden's melt down. he was SOOOO happy with me!
so we went into the dining room to play peek-a-boo.peep eye!i must be boring. sorry Jay. (but i'm loving i didnt forget 'manual'! i was a little worried.) then i followed him into the kitchen to play his new favorite game.... on.... off.... on.... off..oh so fun for mommy. thinking, thinking....
i can turn the lights on! he was obviously so proud of himself.then he ran around the kitchen (i dont know why).... but me and my camera could not keep up with him. he went to the playroom and found his leap pad....both boys love these things!then he took it into the living room.... our mornings are so interesting, dont ya think?such a smart little boy.ok mama enough with the pictures!
so pretty much our mornings without Peyton are all similar to this. i love watching Jayden entertain himself, but he misses Peyton a lot when he's in pre-school..... we both do. i catch myself watching the clock and looking at Peyton's school schedule a lot when he's gone. it's only 3 hours, but it feels much longer. both Jayden and i are SO HAPPY when school is out and see Peyton walk outside with his friends. every Friday we drive through McDonalds for french fries.... a special bonus to start the weekends.

Happy 2nd Birthday Jayden!

it seems like just yesterday i was waiting for you to arrive, and now here we are on your 2nd birthday! in the past two years you have become such a sweet little boy with a huge personality. always babbling and making us laugh with everything you do. it's amazing how much you've grown in just two years. you've become our little sunshine every morning with your crazy blonde hair and today was extra special....you were so excited to see the balloons and Happy Birthday sign this morning. (i had no idea my speedlight was running low on batteries, but i loved your expressions so i HAD to add these pictures).the 'it's my birthday' dance!!!!you obviously woke up this morning happy as ever, just like every day.... and ready to open some presents!we let you open one gift before Daddy left for work.you opened a new pair of swim goggles. your favorite! you really can't seem to own enough of them. we went swimming while daddy was at work. you and Peyton had so much fun in the pool. (as usual). silly birthday boy!then we had lunch, and naps. after naptime Daddy came home and it was time for MORE PRESENTS! you and Peyton were so excited! Peyton even got a couple of gifts as well. it makes for a happier day for everyone.

i obviously couldn't get enough of your happy face today.then finally.... you got a little bored. but you did SO WELL with waiting.... come on mama! then you started to go for it,which honestly.... i don't blame you!
then the real fun started!you opened a buzz lightyear backpack!then opened a pair of Buzz Lightyear swimshorts and two Buzz Lightyear shirts! (do you see a theme starting here?)then you were ready for your big present.... (hmm wonder what it could be!)
your very own Buzz Lightyear! Peyton opened a new pair of swim shorts as well, and had to put them on right away. he was also VERY excited about your new Buzz!you were so excited to show Grandpa your new Buzz, and your new sunglasses (which also have buzz on them. duh.)
your two new favorite things!i'm so proud of you Jayden!
it was finally time to get your new swim shorts on and swim. you had fun playing in the pool and watering the flowers. daddy bought a new hose for you for your birthday. it might be your MOST favorite thing. you LOVE watering.... even things that don't need water, like wheels from a truck,or even yourself.... (thank goodness watering babies doesn't make them grow).then.... it was time for birthday cupcakes.your party is this weekend, so we will do a cake then. (Buzz Lightyear.... shocker.) and yup, once again both of you only ate the icing.and thought it was great to show me your icing tongues....ahhh boys.then MORE PRESENTS! these were from Aunt Tracy and Uncle Scott.both of you got some great clothes and a couple of movies! (thank you Aunt Tracy & Uncle Scott!)
today was such a fun day....thank you for a great 1st year little Jay!Happy 2nd Birthday! we love you!