Christmas 2006

Well......we all survived christmas of 2006. It was such a great two days of family, food, and fun! Sebastien did get that firetruck he wanted so badly from Santa...he hasn't rode on it yet because it has been raining for two days, but he does love to sit in it and watch T.V.
The filet mignon might have been a bit too salty and the turkey a little dry (thanks to the sink problem) but we all enjoyed each others company. Thanks to eveyone! It was a wonderful Christmas!

Santa Came to Town!

Last night, Joe , Bash, and I went over to our neighbors (the Cribbs) so that Bash and Hannah could exchange christmas presents. Bash got a new race car set, robot, and clothes...he was very excited! (I put together the race car set at 7 a.m. the next morning...thanks,Patty!) They were playing with there new toys when the doorbell rang. Hannah and Bash opened the door to find Santa Claus....he came to check up on them and brought them each an early present. For once, they were pretty quiet and shocked. But then Sebastien asked Santa if he brought any presents. They each got to sit on his lap and tell Santa what they wanted.
I am hoping now that Santa knows where we all live , Bash will be extra good till Christmas morning!

First Christmas Program

Today was Sebastien's christmas program at school. There is nothing more funny than three year olds on a stage singing christmas songs. I thought Bash would be a little shy up there singing because the room was full of moms, dads, and grandparents...boy was I wrong. Mrs. Hight (his teacher) thought maybe Sebastien strained his vocal cords because he was singing so loud. Sebastien's best buddy, Nicholas, was right next to him singing and dancing along. Can't wait to pull out the video of this when the boys get older. This was a memory I hope to never forget!

Crazy Holidays

The christmas chaos has really begun. I love it! This week includes one breakfast with Santa, a trip to Disney World, Bash's first school christmas program, two christmas parties, one hockey game, and my birthday. All before Sunday. We are building our second gingerbread house in a week because while I was trying to get Bash to pick up the 100 pieces of candy he dropped all over the floor, I put my elbow through the first gingerbread house and destroyed it. This did not go over well with Sebastien, so we are trying it again.

It is a good thing Santa is getting Sebastien a very large firetruck. He has now told the Santa at the mall, the Santa at the Lightning party, and the Santa at the breakfast, that he needs a big firetruck and that is all he wants. Nothing else. I am glad because it has made shopping much easier this year!

Candy Canes

Candy Canes are Sebastien's new favorite food. Do you know how many different kinds there are? We have the original (red and white), Disney , Lifesaver, green, Spongebob, peppermint, chocolate flavor, etc....
It is funny how kids get fixated on one thing. The thing of the month is seeing how many different boxes of candy canes we can buy, hang on the christmas tree, and then eat.

Thanksgiving

Everyone is fat, full, and happy this Thanksgiving! We all had a wonderful day just being with family and friends. Joe, Bash, Grammy, Great Grandma Ann, Uncle Tim and Uncle Sean, Jerry, and I spent most of the day watching football and hanging out near the fire. Great Grandma Ann and Sebastien played Dominos, checkers, and cards during the day....he really enjoyed that.

I love Thanksgiving and everything that it comes with....the pies, the cooking, laughing all day, crazy conversations, turkey, and knowing that tomorrow I can put up my christmas tree. Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!

Feeling Sick

Sebastien has been sick since last Thursday. I thought he would be as good as new by today but that has not happened. We went back to the doctor today and she prescribed a different antibiotic because the first one didn't work. We felt bad but we had to cancel all of the weekend plans for him (Disney, Wiggles, birthday party, and Bucs game). Thanksgiving is in three days...hopefully we all will be well!

What I learned this week: Pito is spanish for penis. (Bash's question of the week)

Hulk vs She-Hulk

Sebastien is very much into Superheroes and comic books right now. I don't mind when he wants me to make pretend play that he is Spiderman and I am Spidergirl. I don't even mind when I have to play Ironman or Captain America... after all I am raising a boy. What I do mind lately is that he wants me to be She-Hulk. Pretending to be She-Hulk and being called She-Hulk at home is not such a big deal. It is when Sebastien decides that for the entire afternoon running errands...he is going to call me She-Hulk. He thinks it is great when we pretend in the middle of Publix. If I don't answer to the name She-Hulk (which I try often not to do in public) he just yells "Your not Mommy, your She-Hulk!", even louder. Instead of being the green She-Hulk in Publix, I have become the very embarrassed, slightly pink in the cheeks , She-Hulk.

Rock Star

One of Sebastien's favorite places to go is Uncle Sean's house. Joe, Bash, and I went to Sean's house on Sunday for a reunion with my cousins, Ellen and Rudy. We had a great time visiting with everyone. Sebastien had fun swimming in the spa and eating cookies all day. But the best part of visiting Uncle Sean is playing the drums and singing. With Joe on guitar, Uncle Sean on the drums, Sebastien hit the mike singing "Charlie's Balls". ( a song that he made up about an alligator and his .....) It was a little inappropriate for a three year old but maybe it will be a rock song in the future...and it was really funny.

Halloween 2006

What a great night we had! Sebastien and Hannah trick-a treated around the whole neighborhood as Mommy, Daddy and Michelle (Hannah's Aunt) pulled them in the wagon. Bash dressed up in his alligator costume and Daddy wore his 1980's rockstar wig. Joe brought out one of our snakes and the kids in the neighborhood loved touching it. You gotta love Halloween in Florida...you can just sit outside your house in 70 degree weather with tiki torches and jack-o-lanterns all around you! I love Halloween.

What I learned today: There is such a thing as eating too much candy.

A Very Long Evening

Last night went something like this...

Joe comes home a little early to watch a movie with Bash and carve pumpkins. Joe goes upstairs and notices the snake cage open.....so much for family time watching a movie. Sebastien comes running downstairs screaming for a flashlight because Butterscotch is loose. (Butterscotch is our 4 foot snake) After I recover from the shock, I get the boys flashlights. Sebastien admits to opening the cage when his friend was over that morning, so the snake has been out for about 9 hours. I try not to panic and join in on the hunt. (there is no way I will sleep with a 4 foot snake slithering around)

One hour later....no snake

Two hours later.....no snake

Three hours later....... every stone unturned, refrigerator moved, closets emptied, Joe pissed, Kristyn worried, Sebastien (who is now asleep) moved out of his room so we can hunt through the mass of toys......we find Butterscotch.

He was in Sebastien's top dresser drawer, under a pile of clothes.

What I learned today: I need a lock for the snake cages.

Halloween Party

Last evening was Sebastien's 2nd Annual Halloween Party at our house. We had a pirate, an alligator, spiderman, a cowboy, skeletons, a spider, a fairy, a pink poodle, a ghost, Tinkerbell, Minnie Mouse, a few Ninjas, and much more at the house. The kids had a blast hitting the pinata, picking out a treat from the treasure chest, and making a Mummy out of two of the dads. (Thanks Jason and Steven!) The kids loved rolling down the hill and walking on the boat path. Joe put on a snake exhibit for the kids and they loved it. They finished off the evening with spider cupcakes and a sugar high. Can't wait till next year!!!!!

What I learned today: Why sew a costume when there is Ebay..

Sugar High

I am not sure Bash will sleep tonight. As we were stuffing the pinata for the big Halloween party at our house tomorrow night....every other piece of candy went into Sebastien's mouth. Not to mention the peanut butter Buckeyes that Bash, Nicholas, and Hannah ate as Patty was trying to make them. Let us not forget the ten Twizzlers he snagged out of the candy bowl! If he falls asleep before ten..I consider myself lucky today!

What I learned today: WD-40 gets crayon off of walls, clothes, and floors

Evening Prayers

Last night Sebastien's prayer went something like this.....

"God bless Mommy, God bless Daddy, God bless Grammy, God bless Uncle Sean and Uncle Tim, Mimi and Popi, Ali, God bless Aunt Suzi, God bless Hannah, God bless the toy store, God bless Nicholas, Mrs. Hight".....

Unbelievable.

What Cats???

Crime Scene: The laundry room

Suspect: Sebastien

Potential Victims: Spencer and Zeppy (our cats)

Crime: unknowingly attempting to poison the cats

Witness: Joe...aka Daddy

Weapon: Apple scented spray-on hair gel

Description: The day started with Sebastien spraying hair gel on the cats food and potty. He didn't think he would be caught but daddy got suspicious when he heard some noises coming from the laundry room. Bash was caught red-handed with the substance but did try to conceal it by throwing it behind him. He pleaded guilty and apologized to Zeppy for almost killing her.

Punishment: A very unhappy phone call to Santa

The 3 Day

Today Sebastien and I met up with Amy and Jack to go see Grammy in The 3 Day walk for Breast Cancer. With the boys in the back seat, Amy driving, and me on the look out ...we found Grammy and Tess in a sea of people all dressed in pink. They were up at the front of the pack! We all hopped out at the corner and held posters and cheered them on. Bash had a great time yelling out the window and waving to the walkers as Amy honked the horn. It was great going and showing our support for them and the fight against breast cancer. It was a great morning with Amy and Jack!

What I learned today: The sound of Sebastien falling down a flight of stairs is the loudest sound I have ever heard. (don't worry, he is okay)

Alligator, Ghost, Alligator,Ghost, Iron Man,Ghost,etc....

Sebastien has been saying he wants to be a ghost for Halloween this year. But his best buddy Nicholas is going to be an alligator. Nicholas's Na-Na bought Bash the same alligator costume because Sebastien just had to have one also. We had our pictures taken in the alligator costume because Bash wanted to be that for Halloween. Now he has to be a ghost. So, tomorrow I am going to try my hand at making a ghost costume. Yes, I know I could just use a sheet draped over him but I feel the need to make it the best ghost costume ever! Hopefully I can learn how to sew by the weekend and hopefully he doesn't change his mind and want to be Iron Man.

What I learned Today: Sebastien loves to talk more than me.

More Snakes

I am losing control of the household....Joe and Bash (yes, Sebastien wants another Butterscotch) ordered four more yellow snakes. I'm not sure if we will ever have company again...

What I learned today: Ladies....never agree to have a pet snake...they multiply!!

False Teeth

Sebastien loves to get a laugh from anyone.....
We just got back from a trip to Costco and Publix where he had to wear fake teeth in the store. Not just plain fake ones but big, neon orange teeth with fangs that he got from a birthday party goody bag! (Thanks, Amy!) The more people laughed at and with him, the longer he kept them in his mouth. While he entertained the people in the aisles...I got my shopping done!

What I learned today: Always check pockets before heading out in public.

Sleeping In...

For the past month, Sebastien has been sleeping in on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Usually he bursts into mommy and daddy's room with a smile between 6:45 and 7:15 A.M. (especially on weekends) But on Tues. and Thurs. , Bash comes in our room very cranky and sleepy between 7:45 and 7:55.
This normally would be a blessing , except T & Th are school days. By the time Mr. Happy Pants gets up , we only have 10 minutes to eat, dress, and get out the door. ( we have to be out the door at 8:05) At first I thought it was a coincidence but now it is a pattern. If I wake him up before he is ready......trouble!!! It really is amazing how much three year olds act like teenagers.

What I learned today: I need to hide the christmas presents better!

A Long, Fun Weekend!

Sebastien and I went with Jill and Jack to the aquarium today. The boys had so much fun playing in the water area after looking at fish and sharks. After a good hour of chasing them around the pirate ship and slide, Jill bribed them with ice cream just so we could get out of the sun and sit down. It was a fun afternoon and now I am officially tired from going to the Zoo on Friday morning, fundraiser with Joe Friday night, Reptile Show Sat. morning, MOSI (Museum of Science and Industry) Sat. afternoon, Aquarium Sun. morning , and then grocery shopping Sun. afternoon. I pray Sebastien goes to bed early tonight!

What I learned today: How to turn on the new T.V. without messing up all the settings.

Snakes!

Off we went to the Reptile Show today. Sebastien (and Joe) had been waiting all week to go. Uncle Tim and The Woods family went with us on our great hunt for the perfect snakes to add to our family. Sebastien and Nicholas had fun getting their pictures taken with an alligator and looking at all the lizards, snakes, spiders and turtles. It was a great time and we only came home with two new ratsnakes!

What I learned today: Three year olds are hard to reason with.

Hola!

Sebastien has a way of making people feel good just by being in the room with them. I really believe it is a gift he has.
We went to the foot doctor (Sebastien called him Dr. Toe) today and when we got there, he looked around the waiting room , saw four grouchy looking patients (all adults) and decided he wanted to leave. As usual, you could hear a pin drop in that waiting room until we came in. Nobody looked at each other or said a word while I filled out a 100 page medical form. That is until someone said something in Spanish. Sebastien then yelled out..."He is saying Spanish". The man then asked him if he spoke Spanish and Sebastien said "yes I do". (he is taking Spanish class at school and knows about 10 words).

Well, the whole waiting room erupted in Spanish conversation. It turns out that everyone spoke Spanish and very little English. Bash ended up having a half hour Spanish lesson in the lobby. He stood in the middle of the room listening to every one of those patients. They were all so kind and patient with him. Each one of them left with a smile on their face and a kiss for Sebastien on the forehead. Bash and I were the last ones waiting for the doctor when the receptionist said to me that she has never seen Mrs. So-and -So and Mr. Rodriquez look as happy as they did today and they have been coming to the office for years.

What I learned today: Try not to hush your kids to much, you'll never know what they can learn from complete strangers. Let them stand in the middle of the waiting room.

Hello, Santa???

Usually time-outs work for Sebastien. Lately I have needed to use something new......Santa Claus. Whenever Sebastien decides not to listen, I call Santa. It is amazing how fast Bash changes his behavior when I have Santa on the phone. Last week, Sebastien asked what Santa's phone number was so I made up a random number. Yesterday he didn't like what I was telling him so he picked up the phone and used the phone number I told him last week and called Santa himself. Now that Sebastien has Santa's number and mine, I'll have to think of something new.

What I learned today: Never underestimate a child's memory.

I finally decided to start a blog. It is mainly a way for me to document Sebastien's life and record the funny things that he does and says everyday. I have never been much of a writer so my spelling will be off. I'll use the wrong sentence structure, run on sentences and bad grammar but I don't really care, this blog is just for me to put down my thoughts.

It is hard to believe that Bash (his nickname) is already three and a half years old. Time has flown by and he is growing up so fast. He started preschool two months ago, loves ice skating lessons, swimming, friends, and telling jokes. Not a day goes by that he doesn't make Joe and I laugh at the outrageous things he says. We are blessed to have such a great kid that challenges us everyday to become better parents and better human beings.

What I learned today: Popcorn and cotton candy can get you through two periods of a hockey game.