Big, Medium and None...

This morning, Macy and Jorey were telling Ken that he has really big muscles.  They said they're so big just like a picture of someone in the Guiness Book of World Records.  Macy offered up some additional information on her future uncle, Nick.  He has kindof medium and little muscles.  So, tonight, while we were eating dinner, we were talking about that.  I asked what kind of muscles uncle Kyle has.  Macy and Jorey both agreed that he doesn't have any muscles...It was so funny.

This is the Bomb...and some fabtabulous singing

Tonight at dinner, Macy looks at Dad and says,
"This is the Bomb."
"What?  Where did you hear that?"
"Daycare."
"Who says that?"
"Everyone, Dude."

On Saturday, Ken was at softball in Ohio, so the ladies and I were here to entertain ourselves alone.  They really did a great job on the entertainment end with...
This
And This
and then, This.

Enjoy.  And, check the video page for some of Macy's graduation clips.  I just got the videos up on the site.

The Ice Cream Truck: Why is it so questionable?

So, my sister posted about the ice cream truck that comes to her neighborhood in Milwaukee the other day...that she wasn't sure it was creapy or not...and that very day, our friend paid us a visit RIGHT when I was getting things packed up to go inside for naps...The timing couldn't have been better on this fellas part...almost knowing any parent would buy treats to prevent the pending meltdown that can occur at this time of day.  I believe there was a serial killer that once traveled in an ice cream truck, leaving the idea of wanting to see one a bit questionable.  (this is one of those times where Natalie would tell me that information is my enemy, but I guess being too cautious isn't ever going to be a problem in these situations.)  I've always agreed that they were a bit frightening, but now we have one in our neighborhood.  It enters the neighborhood playing twinkling music, and the kids FREAK OUT and start running in a million different directions to get cash to pay for the overpriced wares that our friend will be offering up. 
The $2 Bugs Bunny treat with gumball eyeballs creates euphoria in the eyes of the children, and the ice cream truck leaves...happy that he just made $40 on one stop. 
I just always go with my ladies to get their treats and keep my game face on...just in case I have to show that driver that I'm wirey.

Sweetheart Love...

Conversation between Macy and Mommy:

"Mom, are you done with your lunch?"
"No, I'm going to eat more."
"Oh, I was like...who's done with their lunch?"
"Nobody's done with their lunch.  Everyone needs to get eating right now."

"Because you made it special for us?"

"Yep - It's made with love."

"Sweetheart Love?"

"Yep - Sweetheart Love goes into every meal."

...satisfied smile. :)

Let Freedom Ring...with jumpers, sparklers, a parade...and a few burnt fingers

We had a great 4th of July, following some traditions from my childhood.  The Blooming Prairie parade is amazingly entertaining for a small town festival.  They have lots of cool stuff, topped off with the shriners dragon that shoots cold smoke all over the crowd.  The girls were slightly creeped out by it this year and then it blew smoke on all of us.  It ended up being funny, but Jorey had her ears covered and eyes closed on Dad's lap.  She hates loud noises and lacks bravery where strange, creepy dragons are concerned.  Due to this loud noise disdain, she watched the entire first half of the parade, with all the fire trucks and ambulances, with her ears covered. 

The girls wore these dorky headbands that I got in the dollar section of Target...but, only for a moment and to amuse me.  As soon as I got the pictures, they were off.  Oh, well. 

Dad did get a nice shot of himself in the headbands, while using the Ariel umbrella to shield his delicate skin from the non-existent sun.  He's so sensitive.

Kory's running for state rep again, so he came to shake Macy's hand.  He's the closest thing to a celebrity, so she was tickled pink that he came over to shake her hand.  Uncle Jeffy gave us enough tootsie rolls to last us a year...and, we got a ton of other candy, too.  It rained a little bit, so we bailed on the parade a little early, but we saw the important stuff.  We got to see Lon & Brooke Thiele.  Lonno's running for Sheriff.  He had star shaped stickers that the girls thought were pretty darn awesome!

After the parade, we went over to Kork, Mitz, Norah, and Brennan's house to jump in the jumper and light off some sparklers and some of our own fireworks.  It was all fabulous until we had Lane and Macy suffering burns from the sparkler ends they just couldn't resist touching.  So, after some trauma and a trip to Walgreen's, we had our burn ointment and an ice pack to save the day.  We watched the big fireworks and then went home with two of the sleepiest ladies in the land.  Macy and Jorey slept until 9:30 this morning!  It was awesome, so Mom and Dad also slept in.  I can't remember the last time I wanted to get up before the girls were in our room.