slowing down

After the craziness of two overly ambitious birthday parties, we had a much more relaxing week. I took time to do some projects I have been wanting to do with Robert. We collected rocks and Robert sorted them by size. Unfortunately, we didn't have much variation of rocks in our yard, so it got a little tricky deciding between small and medium.

We also went outside during Nicholas' nap and layed on a blanket and looked up at clouds. We were supposed to be looking for shapes in the clouds. The fact that the clouds were rather blob- like combined with Robert being a little young for this, it being a million degrees outside and the sun hurting our eyes led us to focus on the beauty of God's creation rather than what the clouds reminded us of. (although I did try to force a sheep and Robert humored me.)

While Robert went to GiGi's bible school one night, Glenn and I took the time to play with just little brother. We discovered that he can say "choo choo" (well "duu duu") and have a thoroughly good time playing with the train set when his big brother is not around. Nicholas always has time to do whatever he wants to do, which lately includes climbing on everything in sight, stairs, slides, tractors, tables, etc and getting from a seated to standing position without holding on to anything (and being totally pleased with himself as a result.)

I took the time to try my hand at making popovers. I must say when these things come out of the oven, they are well worth the minimal effort they require.

I took the time to notice how cute this little guy's bottom is when he is climbing the stairs instead of just being flustered that he is on the stairs...again.

Robert and I took the time to try cutting his hair at home. It will take some practice, but at least he doesn't look totally ridiculous.

At this end of this more restful week, Glenn and I took the time for a date night. We ate at Reef (I highly recommend it) and went to the Houston Symphony. Much needed adult time. Thanks GiGi and Aunt Laura.