Time Flies

How did it get to be summer? I can't believe we haven't posted since April (though I have beena bit better about Max's blog). We have been busy enjoying life. James is thriving and thrilling us daily. I can't believe how much I adore this little guy. He is full of smiles and giggles and just lights up the room when he sees us, or pretty much anyone else. Max and Lauren continue to enjoy him, especially Max. When Max is around, James only has eyes for him. He always looks at Lauren with a bit of nervousness, like he isn't sure if she is going to love him or hurt him (often it is a bit of both as she doesn't know her own strength). We keep a close eye on her around him. It has been a surprisingly easy transition, adding him to the family, I can't imagine life without him.

Max finished Kindergarten last week. (http://maxmaz.blogspot.com/2009/06/kindergarten-graduation.html) He and James and I took a train trip up to Maine after it was over. We enjoyed that. He is still very into Legos, and spents a lot of his time building with them, as well as taking trips to the Lego store with Josh, and driving us crazy asking for more Legos. He has gotten pretty creative with his building, though Josh would like him to try harder to keep the kits together better (and this is why I like the generic blocks rather than the kits that build a specific thing.)




Lauren's school wraps up this week. She has really enjoyed it. She will be going to Max's school next year three mornings a week. If she had her way, she would go every day. She loves school. She wrapped up her session at The Little Gym with what they called "The Big Show." I didn't expect much, but it was tons of fun to watch and she was so proud. She was really funny to watch on balance beam as she kept pushing the instructors hands away so that she could do it herself. Poor Mr. Dave.

We took a trip to Damariscotta to visit my father and stepmother a few weeks ago. Josh rented a kayak and took Max out for a bit, then they paddled to the dock at their house and the kids switched out. The weather was too cool for the beach, but plenty nice for outdoor activities.

We have had the opportunity to see Josh's parents a couple of times since their return from Florida. The kids love having Grandma and Grampa Mazgelis back. We have also had some nice visits from Josh's siblings.

We are looking forward to the summer. We don't have much specifically planned, but enjoy the freedom to visit Maine and go to the zoo and other fun activities. I will try to post more frequently, esp as James changes daily.