Mason's Birthday

Yesterday would have been Mason's first birthday. I tried to make the enjoyable despite the fact that there was a definite sad cloud hanging over us during the day. Mark and I bought a Bradford Pear tree to plant in the front yard for Mason. So at 5:30, we all gathered around the newly planted tree, sang "Happy Birthday, Mason" and released balloons with messages to him. My hope was to help everyone as they move through this grieving process at their own pace. Emily was delighted to be able to send something to her baby Mason. After the releasing of the balloons, we all went inside to enjoy cupcakes.

After our birthday party for Mason, we prepared ourselves for trick or treating. Emily thoroughly enjoyed herself. I know that is hard for everyone to believe. Solon reluctantly dressed up as Woody. Proudly, displaying his "gun pocket". He did go to three houses, but protested at the rest. He preferred to stay in the van with Nannie Nannie. Emily was all about getting to the house to get more candy.

Overall, it was a day filled with tears, remembrance, laughter, family and friends. We all miss Mason dearly and truly wish that he was here. But I know that he is being rocked by his great grandmothers and watching over us in all that we do.

A Long Time

Okay, so it has been a long time since I have posted anything to the blog. So much has been going on. Emily and Solon are doing great in preschool. They love it dearly. Emily is now coming to Riverview 2 days a week to be a part of the reverse mainstreaming class. She is very helpful and kind to the others in her class.

Recently, we went to Ladysmith Village to a pumpkin festival. The kids loved it. They were able to carve their own pumpkins. Later that night, all of the pumpkins were lit for everyone to see. Nannie Nannie and Grandaddy took them back to see them. They said it was a remarkable sight.

On October 21st, Emily, Nannie Nannie and I went to see High School Musical on Ice. It was totally worth the $30 to see Emily enjoy the production. She sang and danced to every song from HSM 1 and 2. She loved it. Solon was able to enjoy a great with the boys.

Solon's First Day of Preschool

Well, today was Solon's first day of preschool. Before leaving the house this morning, Emily gave him the rules of Miss Gail's class. She wanted to make sure that he was prepared for the day. Miss Gail did notice some differences between Solon and Emily. Solon can sit in his seat and stay there and Emily can't. She is always on the go and socializing. Solon informed me that they have a playground but no slide at school. He also painted a picture but he wasn't allowed to bring it home. I think overall he had a wonderful experience on his first.

Fishing at Great-daddy's pond

Emily and Solon went fishing with grandaddy Kidd on Friday. They both caught fish and grandaddy captured these pictures with his cell phone. Not too bad! Look at those fish. They are huge.

The Fair

Last week we visited the Fredericksburg Fair. It is the oldest agricultural fair in the United States. The kids loved. They were able to ride rides, play games and see some old tractors. The highlight of the evening was the monster truck. Solon absolutely loves to play with monster trucks however it was Emily who rode one with her daddy. Solon wanted to have no part of it. He did enjoy riding the jet skis and submarines. Emily rode the Scrambler for the first time with Chelsea. Emily is definitely my dare devil.

The doctor's visit

Today Solon had his physical for preschool. That was so much fun! He was a typical 3 year old. He did not want to take his clothes off, normally I can't keep them on. He didn't want to doctor to touch him. And the whole time, in the background, I hear Emily saying.... Is Solon getting a shot? When is he getting a shot? Did he have his shot yet? Fortunately, there were no shots at this visit. But after we left the doctor, we had to proceed to the lab for blood work. Once again, great fun! Solon screamed when they put the needle in his arm. He told me he was not going to pee-pee in the cup. But then we told him about the magic door. You put the cup of pee-pee in the magic door and it will disappear. Amazing!! It worked. What an exciting day!!

In the pool

Today we spent the afternoon in the pool. Emily and Solon thoroughly enjoy swimming at Nannie Nannie's house. today Nannie got some pictures of the kids in the pool.