The computer problems are continuing, and we're in the midst of our busiest season at work, so updates will be a little sparse for a while. But Alex continues to be funny and do fun things, so I must share some highlights.
Sock entertainment has become part of the evening routine. When the socks come off, there is no end to the goofiness that ensues -- socks on ears, socks on our heads, and the big favorite -- sock puppets! (I will, however, resist the temptation to call this post "Sock It To Me.")
Alex had his first external school field trip this week to a indoor play center called Day Frog. He had a great time. We had talked to him about the outing in advance, and apparently he spent the whole morning at school talking about "Day Frog" and was the first one to line up at the door when the teachers said it was time to go.
Another awesome thing about Alex's school is that they bring in a librarian from the Chicago Public Library once a month during the summer. What I didn't realize until last week was that this was done as part of CPL's Summer Reading Program. Technically, kids have to be three years old to take part in the program (of course, I had already looked into when he could do the summer program at the library), but since it was done through the school, even the toddlers got to participate. Alex got a certificate that he "read" 35 books (for the little kids that means "was read to") and completed the program. He also got a library t-shirt. The book geek in me was so excited!
More to come, hopefully with pictures again before too long!
Friday, August 14, 2009
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Horticultural Update
The computer is back so I can now add the picture of Alex and Mommy's plants. The oregano is on the left. It's doing well, but the basil and mint are really thriving. Since this photo was taken (two weeks ago), the basil has shot up a few more inches and the mint is spreading out like crazy. One of our projects for this weekend is to get a new container so we can separate the basil and the mint. Plus, we also want to find a kid sized watering can for Alex. He loves to help water, but the large can is a little unwieldy for him.
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