tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-84104246848943770572024-03-14T00:31:23.055-05:00The Moroneso FamilyDaily adventures in child rearing...Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.comBlogger197125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-6679567107459384642010-10-31T23:46:00.001-05:002010-11-02T17:50:57.524-05:00October 2010 Photos<embed flashvars="host=picasaweb.google.com&captions=1&hl=en_US&feat=flashalbum&RGB=0x000000&feed=http%3A%2F%2Fpicasaweb.google.com%2Fdata%2Ffeed%2Fapi%2Fuser%2Fbmoroneso%2Falbumid%2F5535086232508660353%3Falt%3Drss%26kind%3Dphoto%26hl%3Den_US" height="192" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" src="http://picasaweb.google.com/s/c/bin/slideshow.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="288"></embed>Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-27873872430241680272010-09-30T17:47:00.000-05:002010-11-02T17:48:02.670-05:00September 2010 Photos<embed flashvars="host=picasaweb.google.com&captions=1&hl=en_US&feat=flashalbum&RGB=0x000000&feed=http%3A%2F%2Fpicasaweb.google.com%2Fdata%2Ffeed%2Fapi%2Fuser%2Fbmoroneso%2Falbumid%2F5524613214981896817%3Falt%3Drss%26kind%3Dphoto%26hl%3Den_US" height="192" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" src="http://picasaweb.google.com/s/c/bin/slideshow.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="288"></embed>Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-5684379168334798492010-08-31T17:48:00.000-05:002010-11-02T17:48:57.783-05:00August 2010<embed flashvars="host=picasaweb.google.com&captions=1&hl=en_US&feat=flashalbum&RGB=0x000000&feed=http%3A%2F%2Fpicasaweb.google.com%2Fdata%2Ffeed%2Fapi%2Fuser%2Fbmoroneso%2Falbumid%2F5524605432177557569%3Falt%3Drss%26kind%3Dphoto%26hl%3Den_US" height="192" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" src="http://picasaweb.google.com/s/c/bin/slideshow.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="288"></embed>Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-77432123583479270822010-07-31T22:52:00.001-05:002010-08-18T22:59:05.668-05:00July 2010 Photos<embed flashvars="host=picasaweb.google.com&captions=1&hl=en_US&feat=flashalbum&RGB=0x000000&feed=http%3A%2F%2Fpicasaweb.google.com%2Fdata%2Ffeed%2Fapi%2Fuser%2Fbmoroneso%2Falbumid%2F5506861783794057361%3Falt%3Drss%26kind%3Dphoto%26hl%3Den_US" height="192" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" src="http://picasaweb.google.com/s/c/bin/slideshow.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="288"></embed>Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-82713254733861267152010-06-30T22:48:00.001-05:002010-08-18T22:52:37.159-05:00June 2010 Photos<embed flashvars="host=picasaweb.google.com&captions=1&hl=en_US&feat=flashalbum&RGB=0x000000&feed=http%3A%2F%2Fpicasaweb.google.com%2Fdata%2Ffeed%2Fapi%2Fuser%2Fbmoroneso%2Falbumid%2F5506851564039349505%3Falt%3Drss%26kind%3Dphoto%26hl%3Den_US" height="192" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" src="http://picasaweb.google.com/s/c/bin/slideshow.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="288"></embed>Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-35381165910551880172010-06-16T22:51:00.000-05:002010-06-16T22:51:54.671-05:00Don't I Know You?We were at the pool tonight, and a woman that I've become acquainted with said to her daughter, "look, Aunt Heather is here." So I look up (yes, I'm nosy) and think - that sure does look like Dr. Neville. The same Dr. Neville that delivered Sophie. And funny enough, my Sophie was kind of eyeing her as well. So I confirm that this is, in fact, Dr. Neville, and share that she delivered my daughter, and can thankfully run fairly quickly.<br />
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Since my son is quickly befriending this other woman's son, we were in the same general vicinity as them the rest of the evening. At one point, Sophie was walking through the grownups and appeared startled by Dr. Neville. I explained there was nothing to be afraid of - because she's the only person that has known her as long as Mommy and Daddy.<br />
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I will say it once again: Fort Worth is the biggest small town in the whole world. Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-48247977463756557242010-06-16T22:39:00.000-05:002010-06-16T22:39:45.972-05:00I'll Do My BestZachary has been participating in a Little Dragons class at a local Martial Arts studio for a few months now. He's really taken to it, especially the kicking, punching, and yelling. It's really cute!<br />
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The studio (and I suppose Martial Arts, in general) are very big into respect, for others and for self. Each student pledges to "do my best" before class. It's a concept that has really hit home for our family and Zachary.<br />
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So now, when he's feeling nervous about doing something new and/or scary, we just ask him to try his best, and remind him that we will be proud as long as he does. This has really motivated him, and increased his confidence. We couldn't be more proud!Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-31764367208674227982010-06-11T22:34:00.000-05:002010-06-15T22:49:17.266-05:00My JumperZachary's friend Matthew knows how to jump off the diving board. Although he does it while wearing a life vest, this immediately made Zachary declare he was going to jump as well.<br />
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Smart Mommy said - Let's make sure you can jump off the side of the pool before you get stranded up on the diving board. So after about 15 minutes of progressive jumping techniques, he jumped without holding onto anything and deemed himself adequately prepared for the diving board jump.<br />
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We made our way over to the diving board. I went with him because I would rather be right there when he decided not to jump and not have to RUN at the pool to my sobbing child. And on the off chance that he did jump, I wanted to be there to fish him out of the pool.<br />
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First time up - he walked out onto the board (rather bravely) and decided he wanted to hold my hand and jump off the side. Worked out fine, but then he decided to try again.<br />
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Second time up - walked out onto the board and suggested that I get in the pool to 'catch' him. So off goes super mommy treading water in the deep end while he ponders this action. Note to readers: treading water is pretty good exercise. Super Mommy is a bit out of shape. :) Little Buddy finally decides there will be no jump and mom swims to the side to catch her breath.<br />
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Third time up - walked out and seriously contemplated the jump. I really thought this would be the time. But no - and so he decided that he will jump off the diving board another day.<br />
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In reality, this whole exercise was a huge success. He didn't cry on the diving board, he actually jumped in the pool without holding on to me, and he's excited to do it again. Can't wait to see what else this brave boy does this summer!Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-75400477345259086142010-05-31T22:12:00.000-05:002010-06-15T22:15:48.860-05:00May 2010 Photos<embed flashvars="host=picasaweb.google.com&captions=1&hl=en_US&feat=flashalbum&RGB=0x000000&feed=http%3A%2F%2Fpicasaweb.google.com%2Fdata%2Ffeed%2Fapi%2Fuser%2Fbmoroneso%2Falbumid%2F5483193886950772305%3Falt%3Drss%26kind%3Dphoto%26hl%3Den_US" height="192" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" src="http://picasaweb.google.com/s/c/bin/slideshow.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="288"></embed>Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-85422811832346254832010-05-31T15:15:00.001-05:002010-06-23T23:20:03.804-05:00May Outside Play TimeSome cute pics from our outside play time this month...<br />
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Zachary will be going to a new school in the fall for 5 day PreK, so we decided to pull him out for summer time. On his last day of school, we brought flags to share with all the friends, and a CD for his class to keep. He had a great day, and we took his picture with Ms. Alicia and Ms. Tatiana, his teachers for the last 5 months.<br />
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Z and Ms. Alicia<br />
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Z and Ms. Tatiana<br />
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After the recital, we got to play with the sweet girls and congratulate them on a job very well done!<br />
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Zachary and Gwen<br />
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Sophie and Hannah<br />
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Grandma T even came with us to cheer on the Frogs against UC-Bakersfield.<br />
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We got to sit in the stands, which Zachary loved, and the kids had a great time!<br />
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Steve and Sophie<br />
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Grandma T and Sophie<br />
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Zachary and Yoltsin<br />
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The Boy<br />
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Check out these pics!<br />
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The Team<br />
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My Slugger<br />
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Sophie having a little fun<br />
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Poor kid projectile vomits just like his mom.<br />
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After another round of throwing up - made it to the bathroom this time - he took a little nap.<br />
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Cuddled with dad and puked one more time - and then it was done. He ate crackers, watched some tv, and was back to 'normal' by dinner where he consumed 2 bowls of pasta. Kids are amazingly resilient!<br />
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So glad my buddy is doing better!Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-44182163818665199402010-05-01T22:40:00.001-05:002010-05-03T23:01:21.416-05:00Zachary's Lucky Day!Zachary and Steve went fishing this morning. They've been several times before, but have never caught anything. This time, Steve suggested they get live bait (EEEEW!). They made a deal - if Zachary got his own worm out of the bucket, Steve would put it on the hook.<br />
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Zachary was a very patient fisherman, and caught one fish and one turtle! Grandpa also got a fish and a turtle. Poor Steve was so busy with the worms that he didn't have too much fishing time.<br />
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When they reeled in the fish, Zachary was shaking from excitement. When they reeled in the turtle, he started running in place and as soon as it got close he took off running - just like in the cartoons! :)<br />
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Later in the afternoon, we were watching the Kentucky Derby and he picked the number 4 horse - Super Saver. Wouldn't you know - that darned horse won!<br />
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Next stop... Vegas!Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-19928163265605334312010-04-30T23:15:00.000-05:002010-05-03T23:16:26.043-05:00April 2010 Pics<embed flashvars="host=picasaweb.google.com&captions=1&hl=en_US&feat=flashalbum&RGB=0x000000&feed=http%3A%2F%2Fpicasaweb.google.com%2Fdata%2Ffeed%2Fapi%2Fuser%2Fbmoroneso%2Falbumid%2F5467146549618211393%3Falt%3Drss%26kind%3Dphoto%26hl%3Den_US" height="192" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" src="http://picasaweb.google.com/s/c/bin/slideshow.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="288"></embed>Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-3175672907858770062010-04-30T22:39:00.000-05:002010-05-05T15:54:21.712-05:00Mayfest 2010Mayfest has returned to Fort Worth! Last year, it was cancelled due to Swine Flu (boo!!), so everyone was geared up for this year's version!<br />
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After early naps/rest time, Kendra and I packed up our kids for a fun trip to Trinity Park. We had a great time in the Children's Area, including thumbrint magnets, rock painting, paper flowers, face painting, and sand piles. Then we ventured out to see the monkey, ride swings, pet some baby animals, and ride the ponies. Thankfully, Steve's flight was on time and he met us there for the pony rides and escorted us back to our cars. We all enjoyed a dinner at Macaroni Grill - suprisingly good behavior, considering the late hour of 8:45 PM. Can't wait for next year!<br />
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the little girls<br />
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painting rocks - oops - left them there!<br />
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making paper flowers<br />
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Cute Gwennie!<br />
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Handsome Zachary<br />
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more sand play<br />
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confetti eggs<br />
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scary clown - but the kids loved him!<br />
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big kids with little chicks<br />
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We managed to pull off the surprise with some good luck (Mom was out of town for a week before the party) and some help (Dad kept it a surprise and got her to our house on time). <br />
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It was a fun party, and while I don't have too many photos, these are the ones I do have.<br />
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Mom's Surprise - Aunt Robin<br />
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The "Little Girls"<br />
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The Holden Women<br />
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Happy Birthday, Mom!Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-11340573720767149372010-04-13T21:02:00.001-05:002010-05-05T16:07:20.182-05:00TCU BaseballWe really enjoyed going to the TCU baseball game tonight! Zachary and Sophie really enjoyed all the baseball treats.<br />
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The Mighty Horned Frogs pulled out a win over the Aggies! We can't wait to go again!Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-90108131642944706592010-04-09T20:18:00.000-05:002010-05-05T16:21:46.334-05:00Challenger Steam EngineA steam engine came to town today and we had the opportunity to go see it at the train yard.<br />
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Check out the steam!<br />
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Zachary and the Conductor<br />
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What a really cool experience for Zachary!Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-62854178994288708272010-04-09T16:15:00.005-05:002010-05-05T16:18:26.402-05:00Main Street 2010We enjoyed a fun lunch at Main Street with Grandma and Grandpa M today!<br />
Cream Puffs<br />
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Frozen Chocolate Custard<br />
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At Grandpa's Office<br />
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Can't wait for next year!Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-66874275817050685682010-04-08T21:33:00.000-05:002010-04-08T21:33:45.525-05:00Play time with the McDanielsIt's been a busy year, and we have seen a lot less of the McDaniels than I would like!<br />
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Kendra and I were so fortunate to be working on the same project at RadioShack when we were both pregnant. If you know Kendra, you will know that she did not look pregnant at all, while I was eating every donut in sight and LOVING it. But we still became friends because she is so nice!<br />
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She was so kind to invite me to her baby shower, and I went (8.5 months pregnant) only to realize we have several friends in common. So Fort Worth...<br />
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Then I took Zachary to her work shower, and then baby Gwen was born.<br />
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So Gwen and Zachary have known each other since the womb!<br />
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We soon realized how closely we lived to each other. Their first year of life, we saw each other several times a week, with playdates, music, zoo trips and Little Gym. Gwen and Zachary fell in love, and we like to say that we already know our in-laws. :)<br />
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Sweet Hannah was born in 2007, and she was a welcome addition to our happy group, and then Sophie came along in 2008. Poor Zachary is still the only boy with now 5 ladies, so he tries to keep us in line (haha).<br />
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Zachary and Gwen are still so in love, and Sophie adores Hannah and Ms. Kendra, and I love them all. We are so lucky to have them as our sweet friends!<br />
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This spring seems to have gotten away from us, so we decided to do lunch today after Museum School. It was a perfect day to eat outside at Central Market and let the kids (even Sophie) run around and burn energy. It was great to catch up, and pick right up where we left off. <br />
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Thank you, McDaniels, for being such a blessing of friendship to our family!<br />
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XOXO!Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8410424684894377057.post-62483313564634324672010-04-07T20:53:00.004-05:002010-05-05T16:01:59.887-05:00Playing in the DirtAfter we <em>finally</em> put a patio in last year and got patio furniture, I decided we needed to do some beautification. The hydrangea (that I have somehow not killed) was moved to the patio to make room for front porch Christmas decor, and my sister gave me two flower pots for Christmas, so they were keeping everything company. <br />
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On Monday, Mom brought over some extra dirt from the lot next door and leftover bark and we filled the two empty pots. I was not surprised when Sophie jumped right in to help. That girl is a magnet towards anything messy!<br />
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On Tuesday, I took the kids to get flowers - two flats of them - and Zachary helped me choose zinnias and portulaca. I planted the some of the zinnias when we got home, but realized that there was definitely not room for the rest, nor the portulaca, so it was relegated to the yard. <br />
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On Wednesday, I took Sophie to Costco, where we found a HUGE resin flower pot for $19.99, so in the cart it went. After school, we had to run to Lowe's (for the 53rd time in one week), where I bought the rocks, potting soil and bark.<br />
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The resin pot came with instructions to put down a layer of rocks first. Good thing b/c otherwise I'd have a GIANT mess on my patio! And also, who knew that there were different kinds of dirt - some for flower beds and some for flower pots? NOT ME, and boy was I upset when I realized the flower pot dirt bags were way bigger (and heavier) than the flower bed dirt bags!<br />
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Lowe's also scored some major points since the nice employee who insisted on helping me load the car, also kept an eye on my crazy children while I pulled the car around. Exact opposite experience I had when hauling a cart of 18 foot chair rail through Home Depot while 7 months pregnant. And why I have yet to set foot in Home Depot since.<br />
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Zachary declined his nap - yet again - so we decided to get to work on this project of planting. He generously loaned me his wagon to get the dirt/rocks, etc. from my car to the patio, and then BEGGED me to not start until he was completely ready to help. So we scooped the rocks, and scooped and poured the soil in, and then he helped me get the flowers in the pot. Zachary did great - getting dirty and everything! When his crocs got dirty, he just took them off and walked over to the spigot and cleaned everything off. All this created some fabulous splashing puddles, which he thoroughly enjoyed!<br />
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So now our patio has been made a little prettier, and hopefully everything will hold up through the direct all day sun!<br />
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Thanks, Zachary, for being a great helper!!<br />
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In California, she was with Brian as much as possible, and sat with Ashley for part of the wedding. While they were walking back from Communion on Easter Sunday, she was chanting their names, and as soon as they were seated, she made her way over to have some quality time with Brian. As soon as church was over, Zachary booked it over to play with Alex in the pew, and they were inseparable through lunch afterwards.<br />
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We're so lucky to have the Millers as our friends, and so glad that our kids love them, too!Beckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17096990076779856693noreply@blogger.com0