Painful...

Today was our first day back to school.  I did not like it.  I was very spoiled with two weeks of Gus Gus time.  Not to mention that once we got there it was announced that there was a 2 hour delay.  We literally got an email five minutes prior to classes starting that said that the buses were going to be delayed 2 hours because they wouldn't start.  So the kids that were already there for the day would stay and go to class and the bus riders would join us in two hours.  Are you kidding me?!?  It was like a mass exodus for all of the kids that were already there.  I had one student in my first hour class...poor kid.

Gus also had a rough day.  He went back to Aunt Sarah's today and was super excited to see her!  Little did he know what was in store for the afternoon.  Aunt Sarah dropped Gus off to school so that Joel could take Gus right after school...to get shots.  Joel told Gus where they were going...Gus did not look amused.

BEFORE

"Daddy, wait...where are you taking me?!?!"

AFTER

"Daddy...I am not happy..."

All in all, a painful day for all of us...but we got through Monday.  We will see what Tuesday brings.

Picking Boogers

I don't pick my boogers.  This is why God sent us tissues.  So I am just as surprised as you are that I have been picking boogers lately.  Not mine of course, they are Gus'.  The poor kid hasn't learned how to pick his boogers or even blow his nose and yet he really needs to have one of these two skills right now.  So what's a mom to do? 

I have been using the "snot sucker", "boogie wipes" and in dire times of need...my pinky finger nail.  (And yes, to answer the questions my students asked when I told them about this, I wash my hands right afterwards.)  My poor little baby either has a cold or is starting to teethe.  I'm not sure which I would rather have right now.  Either way, I know that Gus is not a happy camper.  He knows what happens when the "snot sucker" comes his way and he does not enjoy that at all.  He isn't sure what to think about the "boogie wipes", which are saline wipes that are soft on little noses.  He doesn't quite know what to think when we use these.  He does, however, try to eat them.  But for some reason, my son does not mind at all when I pick his nose.  How strange!  And how gross!  Never would I have guessed that I would do this.  It is amazing what you do for your kid.

So...I'm picking boogers...

Survival

Today is a bummer of a day. Gus got his second Hep B shot this morning. And he has been angry ever since. (He is giving us his very serious look.) We ran some errands this afternoon and then visited some friends this evening. It was only after we got home did the fever erupt. YUCK!! So now we are watching that fever and dealing with a crabby little guy. But the best part of today...Gus is now on our insurance!!! We had to wait until we received legal placement in order to put him on our insurance. After we got that call on Thursday we went into school to add him. Found out today that he is in fact on our insurance. YIPPEE!!! Things are starting to fall into place.

This weekend we went to Connecticut to visit the Swidorskis. It was such a short trip, it was so nice to see them. Uncle Joel was greeted by Ewan with a beer. I don't think a two year old ever served Joel a beer...too funny! At times in the Swidorski house there were 10 adults and 6 children under the age of 3. Never a dull moment!! I am so thrilled that we were able to be at the baptism of Ellie and Rachel. As their godparents I felt it was important for us to be there if we could. I am glad it worked out for us to go. We were so honored to be asked to be the godparents of the twins. This is such an honor for us and we love this family so much! We don't get to see them nearly enough but we are excited to watch our kids grow...and to watch Joel and Jacob get themselves into trouble!! (Sara and I never cease to be amazed by the trouble our husbands get into when they are together!)

We survived our first road trip as our little family. Gus did so good in the car. What a long trip for such a little guy. (And yes, his momma made him and Daddy pose for a picture at the Connecticut welcome center...gotta scrapbook it!) We survived Gus' first shot at the doctor's office and most importantly we survived that 5 week risk period until the birthmom signed off her rights. I am so thankful for everything in life right now and I am starting to calm down a little bit. Now we can begin to enjoy our life and the rest of the summer.

Surprise!

Today our co-workers from both the high school and the middle school threw us a little surprise baby shower. (Little did they know that I had already caught wind of this.) They gave us a very generous gift and a priceless scrapbook full of tidbits of wisdom and advice. We are so lucky to have such a supportive group of people surrounding us. We can't wait for them all to meet Spike. I am sure they will get a kick out of watching the two of us try to be parents! :)