I wish I kept a notebook by my side to write down all the funny things Noah says. Tim and I chuckle every night about something he has said.
Last night, he was perched outside the bathroom door in the hall. Tim was in the bathroom and I figured he planned to scare him as he came out. (they do this a lot) Instead, Tim opens the door and Noah stands, hand on hip, with his other hand pointing and says, "You march yourself right back in there and wash your hands!" He sounded just like a parent! And Tim retreated just like a scorned child to clean up! (he knows better anyway!) But it sure was funny watching the interaction.
This afternoon, he comes in to ask me how to spell a word. Actually, it is about the fifth word he's asked about and every time I make him spell it first. He is always right but second guesses himself. At this word, he asks, spells, I nod and he walks away, shaking his head. He says to himself, "Go with your gut, Noah!" as he returns to his room.
He is just such a funny guy! :)
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
first 100%
Noah has really enjoyed school so far and is trying so hard to do well. He even got a nice note from his teacher today, commenting on how well he is doing.
Today, he was excited to share that he made his first perfect grade - an A+ - 100%! He said the teacher was going around the room, going over mistakes and missed questions. She called on everyone sitting beside him until he was the about the only child left. Noah said he panicked, thinking, "I have failed this!" I guess he thought she was saving the worst for last. He was pleasantly surprised though when she called on him and congratulated his grade!
Today, he was excited to share that he made his first perfect grade - an A+ - 100%! He said the teacher was going around the room, going over mistakes and missed questions. She called on everyone sitting beside him until he was the about the only child left. Noah said he panicked, thinking, "I have failed this!" I guess he thought she was saving the worst for last. He was pleasantly surprised though when she called on him and congratulated his grade!
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
4th grade
Noah was happy getting off the bus this afternoon, which was a good sign for the first day. As soon as he walked in the door, he said, "how long was I at school?" I said, "about 8-9 hours." He said, "Wow! it felt more like 8 or 9 minutes!" I hope this attitude lasts all year!
tubing down the river
This is the first year we've had a boat and all of us have really enjoyed it this summer.
Of course, I always get most of my enjoyment out of watching Noah experience new things. I will always remember the look on his face the first time we "set sail" and boated down the river. And the first time his dad let him take a turn driving. He felt like king of the water, I'm sure. I also fondly remember his great big smile the first time he jumped in the river off the boat. We've enjoyed many "firsts" on the boat this season and I'm thankful for every memory.
One of my favorites was watching him tube for the first time. I hesitated in purchasing it, even though it was on summer clearance, because I wondered if he'd be too scared to use it. However, from the moment we took off with him soaring on the waves behind, he was hooked! He loved every minute of it, smiling from ear to ear. If Tim went too fast, his face was quick to reveal that but overall he became a quick fan of tubing. With the weather and being so late in the season, we haven't been able to tube as much as we'd hoped but it was well worth the purchase. Next year I'm sure he'll be bigger and eager to ride even faster and larger waves. And I'll be right there at the back of the boat, cheering him on.
Friday, August 7, 2009
stylin' lil man
Noah is really cute this year, at the age where he is starting to care about what he wears and how he looks. He has enjoyed picking out clothes and shoes and is so cute when he struts around modeling them.
I've been amused at him all day, trying to keep his new shoes white and clean. Anytime he saw a nick or mark, he'd be bent over cleaning it up. He told me he wanted to try and keep the bottoms cleaned! I quickly tried to convince him that was impossible and I think he's figured that out.
This afternoon we picked up a few school supplies needed to finish him up and checked out the clearance section in the clothing department. He found this adorable black hat that looked even cuter on and had to have it. He said, "Mom! It is a deal, only $3 normally $15!" How can I say no to that?!
I've enjoyed watching him wear the hat and he loves it when someone comments on it. We stopped at the gas station on the way home and he went inside to get a coke. It took him awhile and when he came out he said, "I know, it took longer because the lady had to talk about my hat. Do you know she is like the 4th person to say I'm cute today?" ...smart people. :)
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
final days of freedom
Tim and I decided to take a few days off this week and have one long, final weekend with Noah before school started. And I'm so glad we did.
We had such a good weekend with him and I think he had a wonderful vacation with us.
Saturday we spent the entire day on the boat, not coming in until nearly dark. He enjoyed boating with his cousins, Haylea and Tina. Both he and Tina had a blast on the tube. The weather was perfect, even though rain was predicted. There was a lot of trash in the river, as a result of the storms the night before, but we made the most of it and had fun anyway.
Sunday we woke up, had a big breakfast, and headed for Bowling Green. I booked us a room at a hotel for a couple nights (one of Noah's requests) and it helped make it feel more vacation-like too. We arrived early so we spent a couple hours at the mall, where Noah wanted absolutely everything he saw!
He was excited upon checking in to the hotel. I'm always amazed at what excites children. This hotel has a cascading waterfall that you can see on every floor. He loved throwing pennies into it and to try and reach each balcony with different coins. He also got a big kick out of getting ice from the ice machine (go figure!). And he spent several moments in the bathroom playing with the mini hair dryer. I just enjoyed watching him enjoy everything.
We were lazy the first night, just playing in the pool and going to dinner. Although his age still allows him to order from the kid's menu, his appetite has surpassed it. He ate his portion and helped himself to most of my ribs and part of Tim's plate too.
Monday we had breakfast in the hotel lobby and Noah enjoyed having waffles made for him. He also got a kick out of the fact that his meal was free and he could eat all wanted. (my wallet was happy too!)
We then set off for Beech Bend, the biggest request on his list. All three of us had a good time, riding rides and being together. Tim surprised me by riding a few rides (he is scared of heights so that is rare for him to try).
I loved the Sea Dragon, which came from Neverland, and was apparently Michael Jackson's favorite ride. They played only his music and had a tribute wreath in front of the ride. Noah rode with me but did not enjoy it like I did. As soon as the boat started to sway, his face dropped. I said quickly, "Please don't throw up me!" And I'm thankful he did not. However, I wasn't able to fully enjoy that ride for the fear he would.
Noah's favorite ride was a ride where the smallest person squishes the other as the carts criss-cross and circle around. He got a kick out of squishing me and then Tim. I didn't tell him that I was chanting to myself, "Please don't throw up on yourself!" throughout the ride. He then rode it about four times in a row by himself.
While there, we played a round of miniature golf. Tim is usually the champ at this game but Noah gave him a run for his money. He got several amazing hole in one shots. At the 17th hole, he hit too hard and his ball landed in the water mill's pond. Ignoring the posted sign, "Do not enter pond" he ducked under the rope to retrieve it. I saw what happened next from the moment his foot entered the concrete pond. Noah leaned in to reach the ball, as it was whirling in circles from the motion and slipped on the algae-covered sides. Instantly, his eyes widened like saucers as he slipped into the water. Tim was right there, with a golf club to pull him out. I was secretly giggling (because I knew he was safe and knew he'd be mad if he saw me) as I watched the two of them arrive back on shore. He took it like a trooper though and said, "Well, at least I'm cooled off now!"
We spent the last half of the day of there, watching him play in Splash Lagoon. He makes friends so easily and enjoyed playing with the other kids. One of the last things we did there was watch a magic show. The best part was that he picked Tim from the crowd to help. Tim was taken backstage by the lovely assistant, probably the only reason he agreed. A few minutes later he came out wearing a long "dolly parton" wig, a pink polka dot bra and floral skirt. It was the highlight of the day for me! Noah laughed so hard I thought he might wet his pants (except for the fact they were already wet from the day's activities). It was a funny end to a great day at the park.
Noah wanted to go into their game room but we tired, hot, thirsty and hungry at this point. Instead of walking back to the car to retrieve more cash, I suggested Chuck E Cheese. And that was all it took. Noah excitedly ran to the truck, ready for the next adventure. Tim and I were tired and our feet throbbing but he had such a good time. We spent a couple hours there before heading back to the hotel for a dip in the pool.
At the pool, Noah quickly made friends with several other boys and they enjoyed playing volleyball. What we thought was a quick dip lasted a couple of hours and we had to drag him out in the end. It was worth it though to see him smile and having such fun.
So, our big vacation of the summer didn't include airfare or beaches. No big souvenirs or major landmarks to see. Just a simple, long weekend with each other, less than an hour from home. And it was wonderful.
We had such a good weekend with him and I think he had a wonderful vacation with us.
Saturday we spent the entire day on the boat, not coming in until nearly dark. He enjoyed boating with his cousins, Haylea and Tina. Both he and Tina had a blast on the tube. The weather was perfect, even though rain was predicted. There was a lot of trash in the river, as a result of the storms the night before, but we made the most of it and had fun anyway.
Sunday we woke up, had a big breakfast, and headed for Bowling Green. I booked us a room at a hotel for a couple nights (one of Noah's requests) and it helped make it feel more vacation-like too. We arrived early so we spent a couple hours at the mall, where Noah wanted absolutely everything he saw!
He was excited upon checking in to the hotel. I'm always amazed at what excites children. This hotel has a cascading waterfall that you can see on every floor. He loved throwing pennies into it and to try and reach each balcony with different coins. He also got a big kick out of getting ice from the ice machine (go figure!). And he spent several moments in the bathroom playing with the mini hair dryer. I just enjoyed watching him enjoy everything.
We were lazy the first night, just playing in the pool and going to dinner. Although his age still allows him to order from the kid's menu, his appetite has surpassed it. He ate his portion and helped himself to most of my ribs and part of Tim's plate too.
Monday we had breakfast in the hotel lobby and Noah enjoyed having waffles made for him. He also got a kick out of the fact that his meal was free and he could eat all wanted. (my wallet was happy too!)
We then set off for Beech Bend, the biggest request on his list. All three of us had a good time, riding rides and being together. Tim surprised me by riding a few rides (he is scared of heights so that is rare for him to try).
I loved the Sea Dragon, which came from Neverland, and was apparently Michael Jackson's favorite ride. They played only his music and had a tribute wreath in front of the ride. Noah rode with me but did not enjoy it like I did. As soon as the boat started to sway, his face dropped. I said quickly, "Please don't throw up me!" And I'm thankful he did not. However, I wasn't able to fully enjoy that ride for the fear he would.
Noah's favorite ride was a ride where the smallest person squishes the other as the carts criss-cross and circle around. He got a kick out of squishing me and then Tim. I didn't tell him that I was chanting to myself, "Please don't throw up on yourself!" throughout the ride. He then rode it about four times in a row by himself.
While there, we played a round of miniature golf. Tim is usually the champ at this game but Noah gave him a run for his money. He got several amazing hole in one shots. At the 17th hole, he hit too hard and his ball landed in the water mill's pond. Ignoring the posted sign, "Do not enter pond" he ducked under the rope to retrieve it. I saw what happened next from the moment his foot entered the concrete pond. Noah leaned in to reach the ball, as it was whirling in circles from the motion and slipped on the algae-covered sides. Instantly, his eyes widened like saucers as he slipped into the water. Tim was right there, with a golf club to pull him out. I was secretly giggling (because I knew he was safe and knew he'd be mad if he saw me) as I watched the two of them arrive back on shore. He took it like a trooper though and said, "Well, at least I'm cooled off now!"
We spent the last half of the day of there, watching him play in Splash Lagoon. He makes friends so easily and enjoyed playing with the other kids. One of the last things we did there was watch a magic show. The best part was that he picked Tim from the crowd to help. Tim was taken backstage by the lovely assistant, probably the only reason he agreed. A few minutes later he came out wearing a long "dolly parton" wig, a pink polka dot bra and floral skirt. It was the highlight of the day for me! Noah laughed so hard I thought he might wet his pants (except for the fact they were already wet from the day's activities). It was a funny end to a great day at the park.
Noah wanted to go into their game room but we tired, hot, thirsty and hungry at this point. Instead of walking back to the car to retrieve more cash, I suggested Chuck E Cheese. And that was all it took. Noah excitedly ran to the truck, ready for the next adventure. Tim and I were tired and our feet throbbing but he had such a good time. We spent a couple hours there before heading back to the hotel for a dip in the pool.
At the pool, Noah quickly made friends with several other boys and they enjoyed playing volleyball. What we thought was a quick dip lasted a couple of hours and we had to drag him out in the end. It was worth it though to see him smile and having such fun.
So, our big vacation of the summer didn't include airfare or beaches. No big souvenirs or major landmarks to see. Just a simple, long weekend with each other, less than an hour from home. And it was wonderful.
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