Wordless Wednesday

My boys have an unhealthy obsession with flies.

I am not sure why, but my boys think all flying insects are "bees".

So often I hear, "Mommy, bee!!", "Bee, bee, bee!!!!", etc. When I run to them, armed with my fly swatter, ready to protect my boys from a painful bee sting, I usually find nothing more than a fly.

Our weekends are typically spent grilling, riding bikes in the driveway, playing inside then outside, and doors are almost always left open.

Our Monday's usually start with several annoying flies taking over the house like they own it.

It drives.me.nuts.

So this morning, I decided to let the boys have their way with the fly that kept buzzing in my ear this morning as I made breakfast.

First they planned their attack:

 Landon seemed to be the one they voted to take the fly out. He tried pounding him with his fist....

 When that didn't work, Landon and Gray decided teamwork would be a better approach, and they came in at different angles.

 But, that thing was quick....and kept getting away.

 So for now, this fly will continue to drive me crazy until sometime around Wednesday morning when I find him and his buddies on a window sill someplace in the house....

Good effort boys. At least you were entertained for about 20 minutes this morning.

{No flies were hurt or killed during this activity.}

First Day of Preschool

The twins had their first day of PRESCHOOL yesterday! They were so excited and very proud of their little backpacks. I have to say, they looked super cute. 

 This picture cracks me up  because they look so big. But, when I sit here in my living room and look at them running around in their little onesies, I would swear they are 9 months old. I still just think of them as little babies. I guess that is probably because there are two of them, and because they are the 2nd and 3rd child. Time had just flow by, and I just cant not wrap my head around the fact they are almost TWO.

They are doing a little summer preschool program where Aidan went a couple summers. All three boys will actually go two days a week together. I am so excited for the twins to meet some new little friends and for Aidan to spend time with his friends too.

Busy summer weeks!

It is hot. Like, really hot. Like I have seen 3 digits in my car hot. So, we are trying to stay busy with some fun, indoor activities. The boys and I had a very busy, and fun week. We were on the go so much and took advantage of Aunt Haley being on summer break!

 Haley and I took the boys to Jumping Beans and the twins were in heaven! We have gone several times before, but they really could not do much without help. This time they were on the go!! Climbing, sliding, jumping all by themselves! It was great!!

 We had a to have a snack break too, of course!

 Jumping Beans has a coffee bar, and wireless internet! I never could understand how moms could go there and sit at a table, drink coffee, and play on the computer. Now I am seeing the light!!!!

 Aidan started a summer gymnastics class this week. This was our first class at The Little Gym and I am super impressed! Haley actually works there teaching classes and birthday parties. Aidan and the twins are signed up or a class all summer and we are so excited to have a new activity!

 James and I took the boys fishing on Sunday. Aidan has been begging to go fishing for weeks. So, we loaded the poles, bait, stroller, and boys into the car...did I mention it was 135 degrees?

 This is basically how it went.....

 James caught fish...and the rest of us just watching while sweating profusely. Aidan wanted nothing to do with fishing once we got there. The twins just kept throwing their sun glasses and juice boxes, and all I could think about was laying in the kids baby pool in the driveway. It was hot!

 So after a few fish, we headed home. I think we at least got it out of Aidan's system for a while.

 We spent the rest of the weekend in the driveway riding bikes, eating Popsicles, and cheese sandwiches, and playing in the pool. It was great!

I love summer days! Popsicles before lunch! 

 The twins had their first little gym class this week too! It is the perfect activity to wear these boys out for a good nap! They are crazy, so I was not surprised at all how much fun they had!

 Haley and I also braved lunch at a Mexican Restaurant with all 3 boys. It was not a total disaster......

 At nap time Aidan and I super glued his train tracks to the train table. Our table has been put away for about a year or so. The twins are just too young and destructive and so it was really fun to get it all back out again!

Brotherly Love.

Trust me, they are not always this cute.