Deep Thoughts from Noah #20

While I sat at the computer mumbling and grumbling under my breath, Noah asked, "Mom, what are you doing?"
"I'm talking to your Dad via instant message and he's making me crazy," I replied.
"Oh, what kind of crazy?" Noah thoughtfully inquired.

Derby Days 2013

Though Noah's car didn't earn any awards, I feel like the experience of participating was a win for our entire family. For weeks leading up to the race, Noah and Steve worked together -- planning, shaping and constructing his entry. During that time the conversations between the two of them seemed richer -- a tall order when you are dealing with a child with very narrow interests and whose conversations often involve reenacting a movie scene.  Not only am I thankful that this event gave my husband and son an opportunity to bond and spend quality time together - it also allowed Natalie and I the chance to root for our favorite team.

Prep work

Weigh In

Natalie wore her lucky Santa hat for good measure.

Ready, Set...

Go!

Noah with his Luke Skywalker Landspeeder that inspired his Pinewood Derby entry

World's Cutest Cub Scout

Musings from Natalie #32

While waiting our turn at the gas pump...Natalie piped up from the backseat, "Mom, I just smiled at waved at that man."
"Hmmm...why'd you do that?" I asked.
"Because he's old and I wanted him to remember what it's like to be young," explained Natalie.

Because sometimes it's better to think inside the box.

Deep Thoughts from Noah #19

Noah: "Mom, can we say bad words in this family."
Me: "Um...no."
Noah: "But, what about to my sister?"

I Know What You Mean #13

"Mom, why does she have an entertainer in her mouth?" asked Natalie
Hmmm...I think she meant retainer.


When I didn't acknowledge Natalie's sneeze quickly enough, she responded, "You need to blush me."
Hmmm...I think she meant bless me.

Musings from Natalie #31

"But, Mom -- I can't make my bed because my stuffed animals are still sleeping," explained Natalie.



Natalie: "Mom, how will I know which house to buy when I grow up?"
Me: "I guess you'll buy the one you like and can afford."
Natalie: "What if I don't have enough money?"
Me: "I guess you could rent or you could live with Daddy and me and save up until you had enough to buy a house."
Natalie: "But where will my baby sleep?"
(Pow. I can't believe I didn't see that one coming) 

Deep Thoughts from Noah #18

Noah: "Mom, what kind of money did you use when you were a girl?"
Before I could answer, Natalie piped in, "trading!"
(Hmmm...with my birthday coming up in a couple of weeks, maybe I should trade one of them...for a walker.)