A Pretty Perfect Day!

Well, today's been pretty much a perfect day. There's been plenty of not minding and difficulty sharing toys, but I consider normal. So I think I get it. A big part of how the day goes is determined by me. Go figure! Here's why I think this day is going okay. I got out of bed with the kids, went right down and fixed them breakfast, ate with them, went and took a shower and then got both of them bathed and dressed - all without turning on the TV. During this process, Dylan found some toys I was hiding under my bed for a special day - some toys my grandma had sent home with me when we left St. George. I decided today was as good as any other day so we busted out the little toys. They are the cutest little remote control cars I've ever seen. My kids have never had real remote control cars either so Dylan was pretty excited about this. We set up Preston's first and he was a pro at it. That little car was so dang fast cruising around the new tile in the kitchen. We got Dylan's set up next and whoops, I didn't think about the fact that both remotes would interfere with each other. Preston was holding down the buttons on his, which made Dylan's tires spin. When Anthony got here, we took them outside to play some more. A little while later, I decided a walk was in order and grabbed my mug for a soda at the local convenience store. It's about a mile down the road and we walk there often. I let the kids bring one big wheel to trade off riding. I figured that way if one was tired, they could ride on the double stroller and the other could ride on the big wheel. To my surprise, Anthony ran the whole way chasing after Dylan on the big wheel. Then on our way back, we took a detour to the local park and played for a couple hours. Holy cow, I think I wore those poor kids out! We probably walked 3 miles total, plus played at the park quite awhile. We headed home around lunch time, fixed and ate lunch and put Preston down for a nap. Marcos stopped by and I fed him too and then I read stories with Dylan and Anthony. We busted out Dylan's homework and got that done and then gave up on Anthony's nap (I'm pretty sure he's just about outgrown a nap now). We picked out some scholastic books to order from preschool (his last month of preschool - I might just freak out soon) and then I let the kids watch a show. As it should be - one or two shows a day. We're just waiting for Preston to wake up and then we'll head back outside to play either in the sandbox or around the cul-de-sac. That's kind of our afternoon ritual. The kids love riding their bikes around the cul-de-sac when the older kids get home from school and are out playing around. It's a great amount of time before Anthony gets picked up and then I can come in and get ready for dinner. I know I've probably jinxed myself into having a crazy night, but I had to share this beautifully simple day with everyone. Now if only I can get some painting done tonight and still get up early enough to go to the gym tomorrow morning. We'll see how it goes :)

Dylan concentrating on his remote control car

Preston just happy to be alive - as always!

Preston copying Dylan's every move

Playing at the park

Cheesy grin from Anthony

My little Dylan

My monkey at the playground

Dylan's homework - I love that he sticks his tongue out when he concentrates hard like this.  

His Papi does the exact same thing!