I am on the ball...

this year. First I had all my Christmas shopping done by October 1st, now I have everything wrapped and it isn't even Thanksgiving yet. Oh- we also put the tree up today. I guess I'm just a little excited since all three of my kids are now at an age where they "get" Santa.

Reason #100 Why I still love my Ergo

Sadly it became too painful to wear J around the park, but Daddy figured out a way that everyone could have a seat. J was so comfortable he even fell asleep.

Goofy's Kitchen

A trip to Disneyland wouldn't be the same without breakfast at Goofy's Kitchen. Although it is a little pricey, the food is fairly good and the kids love seeing the characters.

Disneyland

Last week we went to Disneyland. It was the first time we have ever gone "during" the school year and believe me, it was a great time to go. No crowds at all. The kids had a blast, in fact our only disappointment was sending Nanny home on a plane the day after we got there because Papa was sick. Not surprisingly, R loved Autopia. He has been on it many times before and never seems to get bored with it. E made sure that we went on Autopia first thing each morning, but only after we went on her favorite- Buzz Lightyear. J seemed a little nervous on the first couple of rides, but lit up as soon as we did the Teacups and then the Carousel. He thought he was such a big boy riding his own horse.

Without another adult there, we had to forgo the "big kid" rides, but I didn't mind at all. In fact it was a nice change to have the focus just on the kids. Probably the best surprise was the new Toy Story ride. This quickly became a favorite, unfortunately everyone else at the park thought so too. Each time we rode it, we had to wait about 45 minutes- although it was well worth it. Enjoy the pictures.

How come you're my mommy?

R asks this at least once a day and about a month ago, I figured out an answer that suited him...

"because Dr. Kim (from ESWS), Marsha (from Dillon), your Birth Mother and God said I could be."

Now that we have the answer established, when he asks, I usually turn the question back on him. He doesn't get everybody, everytime, so I help him out, but at least it satisfies him and the sweet smile on his face when he says it is priceless.

R and J riding their bikes

While videotaping E learning to ride her bike with no training wheels, I got some pictures of the boys.

What a little goofball.

No Training Wheels

Today Daddy decided to teach E to ride her bike with no training wheels. Daddy ran alongside her and "caught" her each time she began to fall. Although she tends to be very cautious, Daddy proved he would be there for her and after some hard work, she finally mastered it.