One More Thing...

Kelsea (Colton's little choir girl friend) was not able to make it. She was sick that day. I was so sad...even more so than Colt! Oh well, it just wasn't meant to be!

He Did It!!

He did it!! Colton sang with his little choir buddies for the production! I know that you guys have been in suspense for 3 months now...so I figured I would fill you in!

He did great! I took him to his classroom and then we (my parents & Susanna) went to where they were going to perform. We waited...and then in they came! Colton was in the front of the line. They were all holding hands. It was precious! They walked up to the front, not too sure about where they were going. Then proceeded up the risers. Colton hadn't practiced on the risers, so he had no idea what he was supposed to do. So, he went to the second one and started to sit down! lol The lady helped him get to his spot. It was so cute! He looked so big yet so little at the same time, you know?

So, once they were all lined up, the teacher introduced them, and then started the music. (we didn't sit on the front row. I didn't want to distract him. We sat on the 3rd or 4th row.) At this point he hadn't seen us yet. They all sang...well, some of them. A lot of the kids just kind of looked around...my child included. The moment he saw me his whole face lit up...and he had the biggest smile! He mouthed "Mommy!" and just looked so cute & excited! I started mouthing the words, so he started singing.

They sang 4 songs in all. And in between each song, Colton would say "Mommy, I need you, Mommy! I need you!" It was precious! The first time people cracked up laughing. The second and third time they started looking around to see who his mommy was. I was so proud!! ;) I'm sure you can imagine!

They all did so good...even on the hand motions. Some more than others! We video taped it, but I don't have the parts to put it on the computer. I thought I did, but it didn't come with it. So, one day, i will post the video. I do have a few pictures. So, maybe, if you guys are lucky...I will post the pics when I get home tonight! ;) (but don't get your hopes up!)

So, that's that update! I hope it was worth the wait! I have never felt more like a mom than I did that night! I was so proud! I can't wait till next time!

Tomorrow's The Big Day

So, tomorrow is the Big Day! Colton's Choir Performance!! I have been so excited and looking forward to it for months, now!! Colton has had practice every Wednesday night. And we have been pretty faithful about going, except when he was sick. Colton loves singing, and he loves going to choir!

So, a couple weeks ago, my mom and I were starting to wonder how he would do getting up in front of everyone. Because lately, he has had a mind of his own! Very stubborn...to say the least. He knows what he wants, and has a one-track-mind about it. So, if he doesn't think he wants to do it, he won't!

So, two Wednesdays ago, I went to pick him up. And the lady pulled me aside and said:
"I just wanted to give you a little heads up. We went to practice on the risors and Colton did not want to leave the classroom to go. He just didn't want to do it. It was almost like he thought that if he left the classroom, his mommy wouldn't know where to find him. So, I just wanted to warn you, that come performance night, there is a chance that he won't want to sing. And I didn't want you to be surprised or upset. This is completely normal at this age. So, don't worry."

Well, I wasn't the least bit surprised! A little sad because I have been looking forward to it. I will say this though, he wasn't the least bit scared that I wouldn't know where to find him! He just didn't want to do it!!! So, I talked to him on the way home and let him know that I wanted him to stand on the stairs with the other boys and girls and sing. That it would make me very happy and proud of him. He said: "ok, I will. I want to stand next to Kelsea!"

So, we shall see! I doubt he will end up doing it, but I will have a little hope! ;) I will definitely give you guys an update!! And if he does do it, I will post pics!

CONGRATULATIONS LINDSAY!!

I just wanted to write a quick note to say CONGRATULATIONS LINDSAY, BJ, & HAYDEN!!! As most of you already know, Lindsay & BJ are expecting their second little one early next year! I could not be more excited for them! How fun!

Ok, that's it for now!

Terrible, I know...yet oh so funny!

So, my mom was watching Colt last night, like she does every Thursday night, for me. And they did their normal routine: eat dinner, take a bath, play in his room, read a book, go to sleep.

Well, Colt decided to spice things up a bit. How did he do this? He POOPED in the bathtub...wait it gets better, I mean worse...and then he proceeds to throw the poop out of the tub onto the floor. My mom was watching tv in her bed while he took a bath (don't worry, she is only about 10 feet away and has a straight shot of him in the tub) and she just happened to glance over at him and saw the "blobs" on the floor. She was so mad!! Needless to say, he got a spankin' from Papa!

I'm sorry, but I CRACKED UP LAUGHING when I heard the story!!! I didn't let Colt know that I thought it was funny...cause it's not! But man, that's hilarious! He has NEVER pooped in the bathtub...EVER! I guess that's what made it so bad cause he's 3 years old...and he knows better. I don't know why he did it. But, he did. And he got in trouble for it. So, he knows not to do it again.

But, I will continue to laugh about it...cause it's a great story!!! Terrible, I know...yet oh so funny!

Just a Few Tidbits of Info!

First, and foremost...Colton's choir program will be Wednesday, May 2, 2007 @ 6:45pm. Be there! YEA!!!!!!!!! I'm so excited!

Second, and I know all of you were just dieing to know this, 4 years ago today Colton was conceived!!! (see, I told you you wanted to know!!) Oh how I love that little man! Such a sweetheart!

I think that's all I know. But, I'll keep you updated if I think of something else!

Ramblings!

Well, today is Wednesday, and I'm bored at work. It's raining outside and a little chilly! But, it's quite toasty inside! I think I might be ready for Spring...I haven't quite decided yet...but, I do know that I am tired of the rain, the cold rain to be exact! But, I don't mind the cold.

Speaking of Wednesday, I started Colton in the 3-year old choir at our church. They meet every Wednesday night. I am so excited for him!! Their musical is Wednesday, May 2nd, and they are singing 4 songs. The theme is Praise. They sent home a cd last week with all of the songs that they are singing. We listened to it on the way home, and Colton knew a lot of the songs...and some hand motions. It was really cute! I think I'm more excited than he is. He's got a really good voice, and he loves to sing! He has a cd player in his room with about 3 or 4 cds. I will catch him singing along whenever he's playing in his room. He knows every song...and he knows which one is coming up next. It's all just so cute and precious to me! I love it!

UPDATE ON POTTY TRAINING!!
Colton has finally decided to start being a big boy! It's about dang time! He does pretty much perfect every day. Even this weekend, in Dallas, he wore big boy underwear all weekend while staying at his other grandparents. This is a huge deal...cause usually he doesn't care, and they don't make him. Well, everybody cares now! I'm so relieved! It looks like my baby won't be wearing a pull-up to kindergarten after all!!! WHEEEEEEEEEW!!

We visited Caleb, Colton's Daddy, this weekend at his parents house. That was fun. Caleb's other son, Zach, was there. This was the first time I've seen Zach since last March, and the first time Caleb's seen him since he's been back from Iraq. (Issues with Zach's mother...won't go into that!!) Anyway, the whole weekend was so much fun for the boys! They went to Aunt Jennea's music class, and then to Chucky Cheese, and then back to the house to watch Star Wars. I didn't get to witnes the music class or Chucky Cheese, but the rest of the time I did.

While the boys were playing, I got to play with my SeaStars! It was Rachel's birthday. Susanna and I went to the movies with Rach Friday night to see Catch and Release. Great movie. Then we went back to her house and chatted a bit before crashing. Mom met up with us the next day to do pedicures, and then off we went to meet Mama at Boston's for lunch. Well, we surprised Rach. Dad, who wasn't going to be able to come, met us there with Grandad, Derek and Hudson! Rach was so excited! She got lots of great gifts. The whole weekend was fun! HOORAY! I'm ready to do it again. The only bummer thing was Beka had to work, so she didn't get to come. But, I'm hoping she can next time!

Anyway, that's it for now. I think I've rambled long enough. Until next time!!

deb

Cheers: To Fun Weekends with Family!
Jeers: To being bored out of your mind at work!