So glad it is Friday!

I need to update the blog and add some pictures. I haven't taken too many lately, though, I should work on that. What's new here? Well, Will has started giving us real hugs when he is in the right mood. This may not seem like much to most of you, but he just isn't a snuggly kind of kid and to have him grab your head and squeeze your neck is the about the best feeling ever. Kevin got the first one and I was so jealous. Luckily, he gave me one shortly after. Kisses - those are still super rare. I could definitely use more.

He also had a night terror the other night. That was about the most upsetting thing ever. I pray he never has another one. I had no idea what had happened until I jumped on the internet afterwards. He was screaming so intensely that I was convinced he was in pain and was about to head to the er. After about 15 min, he finally woke up and was just fine. It was so odd. If you don't know much about them, look them up. They're not awake when it happens and the more you try to console them, the worse it gets. Of course we did everything you're not supposed to do. We didn't know. Now we do. He's such a good sleeper that it was so alarming to us. No more of those, please!

Not too much else happening in Tooker world. Everything is going pretty well and nothing too crazy exciting has happened. Sometimes, that's a good thing. I will work on taking more pictures and posting soon!

Snow Way!

I know – lame title! But seriously – look at this snow. The weather man said we might get an inch – ha! Try a whole bunch of inches! It was crazy. This is what we woke up to Friday morning. Make that a 4th day of no work!

Here is looking straight across from our house. Here is looking to the street that runs beside our house – where’s the street?? Crazy!

I finally took Will out into the snow this year! Last year everyone had cute pics of their kids in the snow and I never made it out. Sadly, I did not have appropriate snow gear. We improvised. Yes, those are socks on Will’s hands. Yes, that is Kevin’s t-boggin. But look – he has rain boots! We got them as a shower gift way back and they just happened to be size 5 – the size he currently wears! How perfect is that? The boots were heavier than he’s used to wearing, so he didn’t move very quickly. At first, he just stood there. What’s that white stuff? Look at those big snow flakes. It was so bright – it was hard to keep my eyes open for the picture! Uncle J was working from home so he got out for a bit, too. Whoops! He face planted into the snow! Poor guy. Mean mommy taking pics of her little boy like that. It is a funny memory, though, Will! Hmm, maybe I’ll see what snow takes like…

For the record, he was layered up under his hoodie. He had his pj’s on and a long sleeved waffle shirt and jeans on over them. Then the hoodie. And the sock gloves! Nice ensemble Will!

Fun times in the snow – but I’m over it! I was actually glad to wake up and go to work today! Friday night we had to get out of the house so we ventured out to dinner. I just had to get out!!!!

P.S. – Found out tonight that I’m getting another NEPHEW!! Tricia and Dustin are having another boy! Will is so excited he can barely stand it! Congrats McCoy’s!!!!!!

Stir Crazy

So, if you aren’t aware, we are working on our 3rd ice day (no school, etc.) here in Dallas this week. THIRD! Wow. So at first it was a welcome break. No work/school and you don’t have to feel guilty about it. But then, by the third day – you start to go a little stir crazy. Kevin has been braving the ice/cold and has gone to work everyday this week. Will and I haven’t stepped outside this house since Monday! Monday! It is Thursday.

I’m not really complaining – I have enjoyed spending this time with Will. It is a blessing really. Things at work are about to get really busy and I won’t have days off until April. So this is a nice way to start the busy season – with a break! :)

I was doing laundry on Sunday – guess I forgot some! Will has been playing with his toys a lot. I think it is funny that he stacked up those gears like he did. He’s also gotten to watch a lot more tv than he normally does. He’s gotten really good at the pat, pat, pat….Blastoff!! If you watch kids shows, you know what I mean. Clearly he feels the need to be in control with both remotes! The McCoy’s were getting stir crazy, too, so they came over last night and we played wii and ate fried pickles. Oh yes – I bought the dance game and everyone had to get in on it. Aren’t they cute? Love how serious Dust and I are here. Dylan was into it and Will was, too!

Random, but does anyone else’s child do this…a lot? He knows stuff like milk, cheese, and yogurt come out of the fridge and he goes there frequently hanging on the handles begging me to get him something. I think he could eat yogurt all day long.

He really likes sitting like a big boy in the normal chairs. He’s been begging to be put in them lately. Cutie.

That’s about all I’ve got. Kind of really need to go to work tomorrow – so I’m hoping things clear up some. Can’t avoid the real world forever. It has been fun while its lasted! I feel like there are so many things around the house I could have/should have done while I’ve been home. Surely there are some closets or something that need cleaning out. But…nah.

P.S. - funny that my last post was about the unseasonably warm weather last weekend. Ha!

Is it January?

I can’t tell because the weather was so spring-like today! We love it! And we love the park! Will has been much more brave lately and was attacking that slide. He crawled up and slid down on his tummy over and over and over. He thought it was hilarious! His hair was out of control and he was pretty much covered in dirt when we left. Oh well! He’s a boy!

What a fun day! Hoping for a few more of these soon! Not much else to report. Will is cutting four teeth at once again. I guess it is good to get it over with – but man he’s in pain. Poor kiddo. Still eating a lot these days. Pretty sure he’s gained 2 lbs since Christmas. He needed to – so I’m glad. Now if those teeth would get all the way through…

Easy Peazy.

So, I made this for dinner last night. It was so easy, and good. And kind of fun. Why didn't I think of this before? I need like 14 more of these super easy recipes that I can make after work. Yay for fun easy dinner food!

January Calmness

I haven’t blogged in awhile and I haven’t posted pictures in an even longer time. No real reason. It just hasn’t hit the top of the priority list. January has been so calm so far. It has been wonderful. We haven’t had tons going on during the weekends and we have enjoyed it! Lots of time to spend loving on our cutie pie.

Will continues to be a hoot. It is just amazing to watch him in this intense learning phase. There’s always a new word or a new trick. He has really started copying us lately. Such a fun phase!

We did get a little snow a few weeks back – emphasis on little. Other areas seemed to get a lot more – our ground wasn’t even covered. The boys were intrigued, though. :) Cute, cute, cute. This precious face is too much! So we see him like this (below) a lot these days. He’s taller than I realize. We had been eating apple sauce and he decided he was done. About 30 min later I turn around and he had somehow gotten what was left off the table and decided to finish it himself. I’m learning (slowly) to let him do it. He’s not hurting anything and his face and clothes do wash! We’ve got to figure out the spoon thing, soon! He’s really been enjoying the blocks he got for Christmas. Dylan was over the other night and they were working on quite the masterpiece. Yesterday was a gorgeous day and we took advantage! We took Will to the park. He is really starting to enjoy it now that he can run around. He can still be fairly observant when other (bigger) kids are around but he absolutely loves the slide!

Not too much to say about this one other than here’s my handsome man before church today!

On a side note, Will is doing so well at school. We had a rough couple of months when we transitioned classes. His new class is great for him and his teachers are wonderful! One of them is so kind and gentle and I want to take her home with me at times! When we go in his class in the mornings he runs around and shows me the toys he plays with. HUGE change from him clinging to me for dear life. It makes me happy to see how well he’s doing.

New Year

Well, I haven't blogged since Christmas and I really don't have a very good reason. I think I've just been taking the time to enjoy my time. I had a good bit of time off between Christmas and New Year's and it was wonderful. Then reality smacked me in the face and I had to go back to work - but only 3 days/week. That was good. Very good. I can't tell you how much I enjoy working 3 days/week. I absolutely love it. If I could do that year-round, I would be one happy cpa. But that isn't in the cards right now. I absolutely love having some of both worlds - both mommy time and professional time. It isn't for everyone, but for me, it is such a good deal. (I could write a whole blog on this topic, but I'll save that for a rainy day). Next week - gasp - I go back to working 5 days/week. But...no overtime. I can live with that.

New year. Ah yes, a new year. A fresh start. I didn't make any resolutions, so that means I can't break them! But it is nice to sort of think about the year behind us (which rocked) and look ahead. Always good to do a little self inventory and see where I can improve (oh so many, many places) and where I am doing ok. The improve list is probably a lot bigger than the ok list. But admitting that is half the battle, right? I have to say parenting has been good for me. It was a bit of a slow, rough start - but I feel like I'm really getting this parenting thing. There are days where it takes me a minute to take a deep breath (like earlier when we've just walked in and I'm hangry (McCoy word, will have to enlighten you on it) and he's just down right crazy) but for the most part, I feel like Will and I are pretty in sync. I am sure we'll zip right out of the in sync phase and into another unfamiliar one soon, but I love being a mother. Love it. I was always afraid I wouldn't be good at it but it is the best job I've ever had. Not that it is a job, but you know what I mean. The kid is work. Enjoyable, wonderful work.

If I had to make a resolution, I would say it would be to get more organized! I used to think I was super organized - but man. I'm not these days. I do still struggle balancing everything. Work, Will, Kevin, dinner, laundry, church, friends etc. It isn't super overwhelming, but I just don't quite master being on top of the calendar of events. And occasionally, I forget to pay bills. Ugh. I hate that! Luckily, I have the most amazing husband that is super understanding about those sort of things. Thanks honey! But seriously, I am so impressed by women who plan out meals a month in advance and know exactly what they need to buy at the store. I am way proud if I cook once a week. Baby steps, I guess.

Another thing I want to work on is being more open and being a better friend. I can be a bit of a homebody. I can also be somewhat of a closed book. Not always a good combo for growing friendships. I'm working on this. I could ramble on about the strange things that plague my brain, but we'll leave it at that, for your sake.

Ok, that's my ramblings about a new year. And my excuse for a blog since I'm behind and have no pictures to share. Oh, being that it is really cold outside, it gives us a good excuse to get to hear Will say "cooood." It is cute. :) It's coooood outside!

P.S. Hangry: A combo of hungry and angry. When you're so hungry you start to turn angry. It is for real in the McCoy family. If someone shows signs of being hangry...feed them...immediately. Don't stop, don't even hesitate. Put food in their mouths. It is also apparently contagious. Kevin never experienced this symptom until he married me. Go figure!