From Their Perspective

At bed time, we usually sing a song to the kids and they pick which one they'd like to hear. On one instance, Kennedy and Boston's choice was, "I Am a Child of God." So I was singing in my best end of the day voice (not good) and when finished Kennedy asked me,"Why didn't you try out for American Idol?" So flattering, especially when I've been told I sound like Angela Landsbury in Beauty & The Beast (old ladyish).

This past week upon returning from Kennedy's soccer practice, the twins told me I should go to the Olympics and do gymnastics because, "you have a flat body." I guess Eric told the boys that he wasn't in the Olympics because his tummy was too big. The twins are hoping to some day go the Olympics in wrestling, although they haven't even started yet. Now that's vision!

Boston has developed quite the vocabulary. Unfortunately most of it revolves around the word stupid. There's a song on the radio by Taylor Swift that talks about "that stupid old pick- truck" (totally red-neck) and each time it comes on the radio he picks right up on it. I try to change the channel before it gets to that part but he knows. He doesn't miss a beat. He's by far our most challenging child believe it or not.

On another note, I drive 20 miles to go to my favorite McDonald's. It has an exercise play area including basketball, dance revolution, bikes, a track, and a climbing structure. Check out how well Jackson fits on the bike. He resorted to pedaling with his hands. Leighton is doing the dance pad and Boston of course is shooting baskets. He loves any kind of sport. Look at his form. We're hoping he takes care of us in retirement.

I can't forget Kennedy. Her new obsession is pot stickers. She's learned how to cook them and wanted to show off her skills.

This blog has alleviated some of my guilt as a mom because I'm now keeping a journal and scrap booking all at the same time. I just wish I would've figured it out earlier.