Sharing...

Lawson is normally a wonderful "sharer" with other children. We normally never have that issue with Lawson except on a rare occasion. (Of course, now that I am saying this watch us go through a nasty spell.) Well, Lawson has decided to take it upon her self to teach Wes early some lessons on sharing. What I didn't expect was this...

Lawson wearing Wes's pants!!! She told me "Wes needs to share and that they were her capris!"

Wes in his pants- now "sharing" Lawson's naked doll!!

No, she didn't take them off of him. They were on the changing table while he was jetting around the floor that evening. The shocker to me was that my 'string bean' daughter could fit into size 12 month pants. They were tight but she could pull them up. Crazy!! I guess in these economic times it might be a good thing they can share some clothes. Haha!!

Can't expect everything to be perfect!

If you were to ask Wes how this week has been he would probably say "rough." Why you ask...remember when I said Wes had a high fever when he woke up from his second nap? I really thought it was his teeth because besides his fever he never acted differently except wanting to sleep a lot more!! Well, that high fever came back Tuesday night. Yesterday evening he also started getting gunky eyes and then a sleepless night last night I decided a doctor's appointment was on our "to do list."

The good news is- no ear infection. The bad news is it is a sinus infection that settled into his chest. Yuck!! So now we are on good ole' antibiotics. After one dose & a HUGE blowout Wes is already showing signs of improvement! Going to bed he wanted to play "tip Wes over" so I know by tomorrow he will be as good as new!!

For anyone who knows Lawson, Lawson was very concerned about Wes and was very upset she couldn't go to the doctors with him!! Such a sweet sister!

First Day at Pre-school

After a little drama in the morning "no, I'm not wearing that" or "that is ugly!" {Excuse me I didn't know my 3 year old was 13!!} moments we made it to Lawson's preschool. She walked right in said "hi" to her teacher gave me a kiss bye and never looked back. She started helping the teacher clean-up {her favorite thing in the world} and fit right in to the morning routine. I think the teacher is going to have the best little helper!!

When I picked up Lawson from school the first thing she did was run to me, hug my leg and say "mommy, I love my new school!" My heart melted!! Lawson loves her new school, I love how much time I get to spend with my kids, and everyone is happy!! Everything is working out beautifully!!

You know what? Sometimes change is good!!

First Day as a SAHM!

What a great day!! With these smiles how could it be a bad day???

Let’s see…

1. Made muffins in the morning- Wonderful
2. Our Marbles Kids Museum visit was abruptly cut short once we couldn’t open the doors (Closed On Monday)- Not so wonderful
3. Found another museum to take the kids and Lawson got to touch an alligator- Wonderful
4. Walked several blocks in downtown Raleigh –Not so Wonderful (I don’t like to exercise when I am not prepared too)
5. Got both kids to take a nap at the same time- Wonderful
6. Played, sang, and read with the kids- Wonderful
7. Wes took another nap and woke up with a high fever – WHAT!?! He is getting his front top teeth at the same time. It isn’t bothering him too much, he is just a hot box! Poor little guy! - Not so wonderful
8. Cooked dinner and cleaned it up- Both a phenomenon in and of itself!!- Wonderful
9. Lost count of how many times Lawson changed her shoes- kinda wonderful
10. A guy named Wes won on Jeopardy today. (Why I’m I mentioning this?) I never watch TV let alone Jeopardy (yuck) but since a guy named Wes was playing I had to see if he won and he did. Maybe my Wes will be a smarty pants too!! - Wonderful
11. Both kids in bed before 8:30PM- Awesome!!
    

First day was a success plus I even found time to blog & read emails. Hope everyone else had a good day. Tomorrow is Lawson’s first day at Preschool.

Lawson in shoe change # 1000 or close to it! (just kidding)

Exciting News from the Fitts’ Household

No, I am not pregnant! Today is my last day with my current company. I am going to be a Stay at Home Mommy!! I am so excited I can hardly stand it. This is something that I have wanted for a very long time and with the close of my current contract and all the uncertainties at my job we decided this was the perfect time. I have been with this company since I got out of college (years not to be included). I started out in VA and then they moved me to NC. I have no complaints or grips (I have already gotten those off my chest) I just needed to reprioritize things and my family comes first! When I look into my kids eyes I know I am making the right decision!!

Lawson will be going to a pre-school program 3 days a week at a local church. It is 1 mile away from the house!! She is ecstatic to start her new school. We have been buying her new clothes for the new school and in her very girly way she says “When am I going to my new school, I want to wear my new clothes?”

Wes, he has no clue. He has just started the separation anxiety stage. When I drop him off and I start to walk away he will start waving his arms and start grunting. Then try to crawl towards me as fast as he can!! It is heart breaking! I guess I will be able to avoid those day now! At least for a little while!

As for me, I have wanted this since Lawson was born. I use to be a hard-core career girl. For now, I just want to be a mom. I still have that career girl in me but right now she needs to stay idle and concentrate on her family. As I see it according Salary.com a stay-at-home mom’s salary would be $134,121, if given a salary. If I keep that in mind I am getting a nice raise. However, instead of it being in dollars it will be in kisses, hugs, viewing milestones first, and lots of other wonderful bonuses!!

So what does that mean for the blog now that I can’t use company time to blog? (hehe- like I am doing now!!) I will try my best to keep it updated. I am sure I will find time (maybe). I like blogging. It is therapeutic for me. I have always been a journal writer (even though my writing stinks). So I don’t see me completely stopping, I just don’t see my posts being as frequent.

Wish us luck!!!

An Unusual Lovie

While most children find a plush toy or silky blanket as their lovie. My son has found a boulder. Yes, a boulder (plastic, of course)!! Recently, he has taken this boulder EVERYWHERE!! If I would let him he would sleep with it!!

This weekend Nana and Dah brought him a 'Little People' Dump truck that came with a boulder and a little person. Wes immediately grabbed the boulder and hasn't parted with it since. He will crawl with it- and he sounds like he has a peg leg!! He pulls up on furniture with it in his hand- no problem. He will play with other toys using his other hand. He even drinks with it. Try to take it away and he will quickly switch hands or put the death grip on it so it is impossible to remove!!

I think it is save to say he is all boy! He is practicing his grip for when he becomes a basketball star! Actually, when I look at this picture it looks like he is about to throw a curve ball for baseball!! Love ya, buddy!!

I can't resist!!

Now that the weather is getting 'slightly' cooler I decided to put Wes into some overalls. I love boys in overalls!! SOOOO cute!! Side Note: I love boy clothes as much as I love girl clothes!! Too bad he wasn't in this outfit very long, it was a 9 months and the snaps kept on breaking open. We are officially in 12 month size clothes!! He is my big boy!!


I LOVE this pictures of Lawson!! This has her personality written all over it!!


Lawson and Wes enjoying a wagon ride on a lazy Sunday!!

Nana and Dah's visit

This weekend Nana and Dah came down to visit us. The came in last Friday evening and left early Sunday morning. Although their visit was short we made the most of it and we had a great time.

Lawson, of course, was awake when Nana and Dah arrived. I know it melted my mom's heart to have Lawson run, full speed, into her arms. She did for one second have a moment of not knowing which grandparent to hug first. But quickly jumped into Nana's arms. From that point on Lawson was very busy talker. Asking lots of questions "where is Butler, where is Buster (the cat), why didn't you bring the cat, etc..." It did make me feel good that she never asked "What did you bring me? because typically grandparents means lots of goodies!

Mom and Dad were amazed at how BIG Wes is now and how much he is on the move and pulling up on everything! Wes gave the strange facial expressions when he saw Nana and myself together early Saturday morning. He had a very puzzled look on his face. Like he was saying "who are you and why do you look like my mommy?" I don't see it... haha!!

Saturday we went to Ken's Corn Maze. By the time we got to the maze it was lunch time and they told us it would take anywhere from an hour to 2 1/2 hours. I thought This is going to be a mistake!! Lawson was a trooper. She did need to be held a couple of times and she did remind me "It is time for me to eat lunch and take a nap" Who are you and what did you do with Lawson? Overall, she did great for walking almost 2 miles!!!

Wes just fell asleep thanks to a new backpack carrier! Nana knows how much Wes likes to be worn, but he is getting a tad big for the Bjorn, so she got us a backpack carrier. He loved it and when he was awake he was smiling from ear to ear!

Passed out!!

We conquered the Corn Maze in 48 minutes. Dah and Collins led the way. What fun!!

It was a treat having them here. We love you and will see you soon. Hopefully, before Wes is walking!!

3 Years, 3 Months, 3 Weeks, and 3 days old!

I noticed on the Lawson's age ticker that Lawson is all 3s today. (Elizabeth I know you love that, my numbers friend). So in honor of Lawson and all her threes I thought I would write in 3s about Lawson.

3 things Lawson loves
- Barbies
- Going to the Grocery Store or CVS
- Watching Betty Boop

3 things Lawson dislikes (this is a struggle)
- Going to bed
- Bad smells
- Sitting in time out

3 things Lawson says all of the time
- "It's okay sweetheart"
- "Let's Rock n' Roll"
- "Can I have 3 because I am 3?"

3 ways Lawson makes me smile (could name a lot more)
- How eager she is to help me
- Her witty comments and observations about EVERYTHING!
- How much she loves her family!!

The Best Big Sister!

Lawson is the best big sister Wes could ever ask for!! This picture makes my heart melt and makes me so proud!!

Kids- I love you more then I could ever tell you!!