He's at it again!

Who knew a jump rope could turn into such a useful microphone!

Can you believe my kid? Seriously, he's going to be a DJ. You can see him trying to mix his music and feel the beat.

Secrets

The horrible secret is that my son HATES snow. Yes, that’s right, he hates it! We (meaning Melanie and I) have tried for countless hours to get him outside to play. We ask over and over and he simply says, "no, I stay in here". Fair enough. Every time we’ve taken him outside he’s screamed bloody murder. Yesterday, miraculously he decided he wanted to play in the snow. It wasn’t over top with snow angels or anything like that but he was stomping in it and saying COOL the whole time. I was so excited. I offered to get his boots but he insisted on the tennis shoes. Ok, you gotta start somewhere.

Weekend funnies

I took some random pics this weekend with my phone while Alexander was doing funny things. First off, the love that kid has for our dog is just honestly the funniest thing ever. He always wants 'Sonny In' and just continuously chases him around or sits with him anywhere he goes. And, ironically he is always telling Sonny to go to his room. I honestly think he wants him to play. Not going to happen of course.

Yesterday, he was in the bathtub and of course had all of his favorite toys with him. One of his all time favorites is his 'shawk' that his Auntie Trish (a friend of our Aunt Mary and Uncle Rick) gave him when he was very little. She's a lawyer in Minnesota and a Jewish Lawyer at that. Love the sympolism in her humor!!!

Alexander and Gracie

Today Melissa came over with Gracie to go out to breakfast and then hang out afterwards. Gracie and Alexander love each other and have so much fun that neither one of them want to stop playing. Alexander didn't want them to leave and Gracie didn't want to leave. The visit included a huge breakfast at one of our favorite places and the kids running through our house playing hide and seek. And, the visit would not have been complete without one of them trying to kiss the other. Today, it was Gracie. She is pretty much in love with Alexander and tried over and over to get him to kiss her. We could not stop laughing!

My Birthday!

Friday was my 36th birthday. I took the day off months ago because during the past nearly 10 years of my professional career I have NEVER taken off my birthday. I did leave work early last year but it was because I was ill. Not exactly the best way to spend your birthday. This year was great. I was greeted early in the morning by Alexander carrying a cute little birthday cupcake (which he ate) complete with a lit, trick candle, and Ricardo with a great gift and a wonderfully written card. He had picked out a great new digital camera for me which we've already used several times. We spent the entire day at home in our PJs watching tv and playing with Alexander and then headed out that evening to eat dinner with our friends at my favorite Mexican resturaunt, Little Mexico. We know the owners and they are the sweetest people. Again, had an awesome time drinking margharitas and eating entirely too much food! Definately the best way to spend an evening! My sister, Krystal, and our friend Esther came over afterwards and hung out. Mel gave me her gift which was hand made and totally awesome (pictures above). I got some really cool stuff from a handmade bracelet and decorative box made out of Toqua nuts to a gift card from Krystal. Totally great birthday!!!

My Alexander!

Every night before Alexander goes to sleep we always say his prayers. We either do the traditional “Now I lay me down to sleep” or make up our own. Well, last night my little BOY decided to come up with his own rendition. This is not the first time. Over Christmas I was talking to him about Jesus and that his mom’s name was Mary. He decided to tell me about Aunt Mary and how he ate salsa and chips with her. Ya, that ended that story.

I typically say the prayer and he repeats it. So, last night his prayer went something like this…now I lay me down to sleep, I pray the Lord my soul (my soul poo-poo) to keep, the angels watch me (angels watch me poo-poo) through the night (through night poo poo), keep me, in his (in his poo poo), blessed sight (sight poo poo). Father Son Holy Ghost – Amen (poo poo).

Neat huh?

Drummer Boy

We've said it many, many times...our child is musically inclined. Take note of his T-Shirt that has DJ headphones on it. The end of this video is the best. He really gets down!

New Years Day

Mom and Steve came down today to get our treadmill since we go to the gym. Thankfully our room will be getting an over haul!

We ventured out at 9 am for breakfast with Grammy and P and headed back to the house where Ricardo and Steve conveniently fell asleep within 5 minutes...one on the recliner and one on the couch. NICE! Grammy stayed entertained with Alexander and got trapped once again in his room reading books and playing the drums. I had to make my normal Saturday morning phone call to Grandma and check in.

After they left we all laid down for a nap and didn't wake up until 3:30...a 2 hour nap on a Saturday...what a concept! Alexander woke up with a ton of energy as usual and decided to play with the blanket on the couch. We set it up as a tent but he prefered the tunnel method and just hung out behind the blanket with "Toe" and laughed. I love watching my son each day...he's always full of fun and laughter and it reminds me of what it was like to be a small child without worries or sadness. I just love every second!

Happy 2011

Yes, another year has passed and a new one has quickly begun. Last night we had our good friends Kelly and Trevor and their son Nathan over for dinner and fun. Unfortunately, Nicole couldn't make it since it was her dad's weekend. :(

They brought over a yummy roast and we had drinks and snacks for the night. A night at the Guerrero house wouldn't be normal without dancing and of course a game of dominos which Kelly and I were certain that Trevor and Ricardo were going to slap us both for being stupid while we played (and no we weren't drunk). Aunt Cha Chi helped with the dancing last night.

It's a Venezuelan tradition to write down 12 New Year's wishes and eat 12 grapes at the last 12 seconds of the year. Try eating 12 huge grapes in 12 seconds...the chances are slim and none! Ricardo takes this very seriously and had the grapes all ready for us before the evening started. He took his time and wrote down his 12 wishes and will probably strive to accomplish all of them carefully knowing my mindful and dedicated husband.

I'm going to follow the lead of my best friend Lori and set my standards low. Better to under prepare and over deliver I believe. I'm going to continue to work out 4 days a week and of course eat right. The one thing I will try to do harder is communicate with my husband better. That's realistic right?! And, I will try to be more patient with my child because he is, afterall, a mini me when it comes to temperment and resisting any authority. I am getting what I deserve! I can only try and steer him in the right direction before it's too late. LOL!

2011 will be a great year I'm sure. I am praying and wishing for much success and health to both my family and yours!