Thomas the Train swing

My father-in-law made two airplane swings - one for his boys when they were little, and one for his grandsons. However, this is the first Thomas the Train swing that he's made and I can't believe how cute it turned out! It was my mother-in-law's idea, but Ryan helped with the design. Then Allan built it and Mary painted it. Ethan, of course loves it and is getting one made for his backyard.

Soon, they will design a ladybug swing for their only granddaughter, Emily. They are so talented! I told them they seriously need to start a business making swings when they retire. A handful of people have already said they would buy one. :)

Thomas the Train swing made by
Grandpa Allan & Grandma Mary for their three grandsons

Sweet dreams

The other day Ethan and I were sitting at the table eating a snack. He had just woken up from his nap and was in a very chatty mood. As he proceeded to tell me a story I stopped and asked him, "Did this happen today, yesterday, or a long time ago?" When he told me it happened today, I knew he was simply recalling a dream he had during his nap. He's never described his dreams in such detail before, so I was very surprised and caught off guard. Here's how our conversation went:

Ethan: "There was an earthquake at YayYay & Grandma Mary's house. There were sparkly things (*uses hand motions to show me*). It was shaking (*shakes fists together*). Grandma Mary came to check on me. I was in the green bed."

Me: "What green bed?"

Ethan: "Sissy's bed...the Pack 'n Play."

Me: "Were you big or little?"

Ethan: "I was a baby. I was little."

Me: "What else did you see or what else happened?"

Ethan: "There were bugs in the computer room in the tunnel at YayYay's house. YayYay was wearing a shirt because he didn't want a sunburn. He didn't want bugs on his tummy. He must be full because he ate lunch with me."

Me: "Then what happened?"

Ethan: "Nothin'...that's it."

Ethan's random quotes of the day 10/16/09

Ethan said to his baby sister: "My name is Ethan, your name is sissy. We're both nice to each other."

Later on, he said to me: "I want sissy to go back in your tummy, eat your booby and get milk, and go into time-out. When I get bigger I will put her in time-out. OK?"

Where does he come up with this stuff? LOL :)

Flu vaccines

http://www.askdrsears.com/thevaccinebook/

*Note: This post is not intended for debate. I'm not even sure of whether or not my family and I will be getting the swine flu vaccine (in addition to the regular flu vaccine). I just wanted to post this link for those of you who would like more information and/or are a fan of Dr. Sears.

*GOOD DAY*

Today was a good day for the following reasons:

1. Ethan's ring bearer tux for his cousin Christan's wedding arrived today and it fit perfectly! It was such a great deal. I bought it brand new on eBay for a total of $30, which is half of the price in a specialty store. When I told him I wanted to take some pictures, he didn't hesitate and ran outside to pose for me. =)
   
2. I witnessed one of the cutest things ever! Ethan was entertaining his baby sister and got her to crack up with laughter for the longest time. My stomach hurt from laughing so hard.
3. Ethan surprised me by putting away his outdoor toys all by himself. He put them exactly where they go (in and out of the garage). I was so pleased that he did it without me having to ask him.
   

Trying on his ring bearer tux for his cousin Christan's wedding
2 1/2 years old

Such a little poser...love it!

"Ok mommy...I'm done trying this on!" =)

Ethan's first dental visit

Ethan went to the dentist for the first time on Thursday, September 10th. He was so excited to show off his pearly whites. He had been preparing for his visit by flossing and brushing daily. According to him, he was a "big boy" and definitely proved it that day. Here is a preview of his experience...

Not quite sure what to expect

Checking out the nice dental hygienist

"Aww"

Surprised at how cooperative he was being

Using the "fuzzy bumper" (a clever name by the dental hygienist)

Almost done...

Ethan's "hair" quotes of the day 9/10/09

When Ryan rolled down his window while driving Ethan said: "No daddy! My hair will blow out."

After I washed my hair he said: "Mmm...your hair smells good. It smells like air conditioner." (I don't think he meant to say "air". LOL)