Go Brewers

It's the All-Star Break, and Evan was thrilled to watch his "Bernie Brewers" test out their skills in the Home Run Derby last night.  He played right along with them, hitting every ball "over the right field fence."   The difference was that for each hit, Evan ran the bases around the room.  I don't know where he gets the energy. 

Today both he and Drew wore their Brewers gear to school in honor of the Brewers All Star selections.  Before school, Evan took some time to hang out with Drew and tell him all about Bernie Brewer and hitting the ball over the right field fence.  He also shared with Drew a secret: that we're going to Milwaukee later this summer and going to go see Bernie Brewer in person, and watch the Sausages race.  Pure joy! 

Green Eggs...

Sunday morning went something like this:

Evan: "What's for breakfast, mommy?"
Me: "Hmm... eggs?"
Evan: "Green eggs and ham, mommy?"
Me: "Well actually... do you like green eggs and ham?"
Evan: "No, Sam."
Me: "Would you eat them in a boat? In a car? On a train?"
Evan: "Ok! I like them, Sam I Am!"

He was amazed when I actually did make green eggs and ham.  He even tried them and declared he did like them!  Then he decided he wasn't that hungry.  Oh well - they were quite delicious.

Sleepy Snuggly

The best part about having a tiny baby in the house is the snuggles, hands down.  I love the moment when he's done eating and falls asleep in my arms, then I hoist him up on my shoulder.  His spindly legs curl under, his baby tush fits just right in my hand, his warm soft head tucks in to the crook of my neck, and his arm drapes down my shoulder.  Then he sighs a content happy sigh and falls into a deep sleep.  I could hold him there forever... if my arm didn't go to sleep! 

Kids

All the kids hanging out together, for a fleeting moment!

Bath Time

"Mommy, I super dirty," declared Evan tonight.  Yep - that's what happens when you play hard!  Between the paint at school, mulch from the playground, grass from the yard, and sunscreen, a bath at the end of the day is usually a good idea.  Both boys got baths tonight, together for the first time.  Evan was very helpful as he carefully poured warm water over Drew's belly, and didn't splash or get any in his eyes at all.  Drew loves the bath; he just smiles and smiles as he floats in the warmth.  Then it was time to get wrapped up in a snuggly clean towel, listen to a story, and float off to dreamland.  All clean!

Happy 4th of July!

Ah, the 4th of July.  It's the mid-marker of summer, one of the best times around.  Perfect for picnics, parades, pool time, and parties.  We still celebrated all day!  Charlottesville has no parade, the vicious storms cut the pool time short, our grilling/picnic was rained out, and the fireworks weather left a lot to be desired (drizzly & humid).  However, we still had a blast (haha) making American-themed foods, got in a little pool time before the thunder, and spent the evening with Hunts lighting our own fireworks, laughing, and all around having a good time.  Happy 4th to you!

American Flag waffles with Egg stars
for breakfast

Sparkler Pops: marshmallows & fruit
rollups, with glitter sprinkles for dessert

Peach Picking

The weather is hot hot hot out!  We decided to spend the morning wandering through the shade of the peach orchard in search of some sweet fruit.  It was still hot, but there was a nice breeze blowing up on Carter Mountain.  We strolled through the orchard (Drew in his stroller and Evan in the wagon, or should I say in and out and in and out of the wagon), climbed the trees, ate peaches in the orchard, snacked on strawberry ice cream, and got peach donuts for tomorrow's breakfast.  Both boys, and both adults, were completely wiped after a great morning. 

Of course, mommy packed everything we could possibly need for both boys, including the entire camera bag... minus the camera battery!  It was left recharging in the kitchen.  D'oh!  Luckily I had my phone with me, so I got a couple snaps to share.  I guess this is just a good excuse to go again!  Yum! 

Surveying Charlottesville from
atop Carter Mountain

Drew's dreaming of the day he can
eat a peach too!

Daddy showing Evan how to
find a ripe peach

Mommy: "Yummers!" 
Evan: "No, it's not yummy, Mommy; it's delicious!"