Thursday, July 4, 2013

Almost home

My boy is growing up. We turn on J street and Jack said "almost home" in his sweet little boy voice.

Happy 4th!

Wednesday, July 3, 2013

Daily New Activity

So we both won't get in a rut, we will be doing a new daily activity. Here is today's activity on this rainy day.

Flashlight Hunt

Target Age:: Middle Two-Year Old

Materials You Will Need:: flashlight, favorite toy

What To Do:: A flashlight sparks wonder and excitement in children. Begin the activity by hiding one of your child's favorite items: a doll, teddy bear, book, etc. Limit the hiding place to one room to start. Turn out the house lights and hand your child a lightweight flashlight, turning it on before you both go exploring for the treasured item. You can give clues, "You're getting warmer," or "You're getting cooler" as you explore together.

Variations:: Take a flashlight with you as well to point your child in the right direction.

Expand the hiding places to more rooms.

Skills Learned:

Activity Category:

Sensory Experiences

Laundry to suitcase

Instead of putting all of my laundry away, I just packed them up for our weekend getaway to my parents' house. score.

My neighbor thinks it is okay (on a daily basis) to sit outside in their car and HONK for the person to come out. It happens at least twice a day. 7am. noon. or sometime in the afternoon. I am not sure why they don't understand that they can say, "Hey, I am going to be here at this time. Come outside when you see me pull up." Seriously. I have a video to prove the monstrosity that went on this morning.

Man, I am in a mood today. I guess I will go eat some chocolate ice cream and read a book. :)