The past few days have boasted for some pretty exciting events in the Rawlings household. The one that I am most "Mommy Proud" of is Shawn's rapid succession into spelling! It hasn't taken him long since learning what each letter sounds like to put two and two together to spell things out. Among the list of words that he is regularly spelling are: cat, hat, rat, pig, dog, mom, dad, bob, jar, jam... and last night he spelled "eat!" This (just) three year old may be a rambunctious handful that keeps us on our toes 24/7... but he keeps amazing us everyday! We are so blessed and so proud of him for his eagerness to learn. After he spells out a few words and we thank him for the pleasure of hearing him "sound out" he closes his eyes, takes a small bow, and says "fank you, fank you so much" (so quietly, yet with a HUGE smile on his face.) Shawn, you are such a sweet and dear boy. Mommy& Daddy love you so very much!
Next on this list is Landon and his persistence with letting us know if he wants something or not. Shawn was never big on shaking his head "yes or no"... when he learned the word "no" he would use it. Landon has figured that a head nod or shake gets the message through just fine. If he doesn't want something a vigorous back and forth motion "NO" gets the point across quite well LOL. He has such a personality! Even if it takes him a while to warm up to others... and if Mommy is within ear shot you can sometimes forget him willingly going to you... he is quick to make others smile and laugh with some of his precious and goofy ways. Monkey, your snuggles brighten my day (my day must be bright as the sun since you are constantly on me snuggling!)
Another tid bit of wonderful news... Jon has recently had the opportunity to speak with a "long lost" Uncle of his that he never had the chance to meet. This connection came about by a chance "accident" (so to speak) and has led to something wonderful. Jon and I both feel that having this new family in our lives to talk with and learn about one another is a blessing. Jon is learning things that he always wondered and putting puzzle pieces together that have long since been scattered. I am so happy that he is getting answers and has this opportunity to build a bond with his Uncle.
Next on this list is Landon and his persistence with letting us know if he wants something or not. Shawn was never big on shaking his head "yes or no"... when he learned the word "no" he would use it. Landon has figured that a head nod or shake gets the message through just fine. If he doesn't want something a vigorous back and forth motion "NO" gets the point across quite well LOL. He has such a personality! Even if it takes him a while to warm up to others... and if Mommy is within ear shot you can sometimes forget him willingly going to you... he is quick to make others smile and laugh with some of his precious and goofy ways. Monkey, your snuggles brighten my day (my day must be bright as the sun since you are constantly on me snuggling!)
Another tid bit of wonderful news... Jon has recently had the opportunity to speak with a "long lost" Uncle of his that he never had the chance to meet. This connection came about by a chance "accident" (so to speak) and has led to something wonderful. Jon and I both feel that having this new family in our lives to talk with and learn about one another is a blessing. Jon is learning things that he always wondered and putting puzzle pieces together that have long since been scattered. I am so happy that he is getting answers and has this opportunity to build a bond with his Uncle.
Our amusement park trip... round 2 :)
"A grandmother is a little bit parent, a little bit teacher, and a little bit best friend." -Author Unknown
Nan fills this quote with meaning... as she is every one of those things and more!
Beautiful Boy.
Monkey Man.
His favorite onsie! ;)
