Wedded Bliss

Wedded Bliss

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Preston attended his second wedding ever for his second cousin ( I think) Lyndsey.....He was a major trooper making it the whole day without a nap....except a short little snooze on Aunt Lisa at Dinner time...Oh don't worry--he smelt the food and awoke for his five course meal!

Preston was a little overwhelmed by all of the people, but he don't let that fool you...He didn't just hang out at our table all night....

he mingled with lots of relatives (he didn't know he had), laughed a lot....and even got picked up....yes, I guess the single women come out at all ages for a good wedding....thanks to Dustin though---I think Preston got a stalker..the girl would not leave Preston alone...I think he was slightly annoyed...

This (unfortunately for Mommy and Daddy) is one of Preston's new Idols....Uncle Chris...he talks about "Chris" and his "hats" and "shooting hoops" all the time now...

It was a long weekend for all involved, but a lot of fun too ( a little too much for Daddy--but we won't comment on that one) ....Mr P was certainly tuckered out and happily moved between Nana and Papa's sweet embrace all night....

It didn't appear they minded the snuggle time...

Bug, Bug Go AWAY!!

Bug, Bug...Go Away!!!

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Here is the story(a long one) of the "Bug" that just wouldn't go away....and the Daddy who kept missing it all....Thursday night (before Easter) Mommy came home and felt terribly sick...and pretty much layed near her death on the couch all day Friday....Daddy was gone and thought Mommy is just exaggerating and she is probably fine....He was home less than 14 hours overnight and off to work he went........Saturday came and Mommy started to feel slightly better but not much...Preston all the while tended to mommy's needs and played very well by himself...not really sure of what to make of Mommy's moaning and lack of movement from the couch...but when she did rise to take him to bed that night...she said "boy, I hope you don't get sick" and no sooner did these words leave her mouth, then did the vomited project from his mouth....and continued every 10-15 minutes for the next 4 hrs and 15 minutes...I have never seen the little guy so terrified and so determined to not puke in the sink, trash, toilet or bowl...but all over Mommy....10 outfit changes later (for each of us atleast)..and Mommy finally realizing not to go anywhere without the bowl... we finally settled into bed at 1:30am...(NOTE: Daddy was at work).......Easter Sunday the sun rose a little too early and the previous nights events: Puke, change clothes, clean up continued....Nothing I could do could persuade this little Man to eat or drink anything...for it all came out one end or the other....Daddy finally made it home Sunday evening...only to inform us...He was rather sick too all day long....Needless to say, there was no Easter fun for any of us....but atleast Daddy thought he missed the majority of Preston being sick...Monday, was a bright out look for all of us...Mommy and Daddy felt quite a bit better and Preston appeared to be on the recoop...He laughed, played, and ran around..but still would not have anything to do with eating or drinking...Daddy went off to work that evening and of course on Tuesday morning, Mommy awoke....not to the rooster (aka Preston Jaymes)...as she usually does but on her own accord...was little man sleeping in...surely not until 10am...Mommy finally decided enough was enough and entered Mr. P's room only to find that he had vomit and diarrhea everwhere! And with no luck again getting him to eat or drink and all Mr P wanting to do was sleep Mommy decided it was high time to get to the ER...The nurses and Dr's looked quite puzzled...and really didn't believe he was dehdrated by his looks but drew his blood and started an IV due to the recount of his story thus far...4 hours later in the ER...we were told...that we would be settling in for a nights stay...little Preston was way more dehdrated than he was letting on to anyone...I tell ya...we have a tough cookie! Another 3 hours and we finally moved to our room....and Mommy and Preston settled in for a long, long night! Here is little man after a nights attempt at sleep...he did very well in this crib...and Mommy suprisingly did not have to sleep in it with him...such a tough boy!

Well, Daddy was suprised to hear of the events...he is after all still at work....but would be returning on Wednesday afternoon...the approximate time the Dr told us on Wednesday morning that we would be released as long as Preston continued eating and drinking for lunch...he did great for breakfast.....go figure...isn't that how this story has worked thus far! Well, Preston decided he had enough of Daddy get out of taking care of him...and decided to extend his stay by not eating or drinking anything at lunch....Then Preston was told, he still was going to have to go home after dinner (even if he didn't eat or drink) as long as he hadn't puked....well he wouldn't have it any other way...the dinner tray came in the door...and the smell alone made him puke all over....guess he really wanted to see Daddy in the crib with him....

We were pretty much quarantined to our rooms for two nights...watched lots of ELMO...and refused lots of food and drink...and wanted to talk to his "Papa" quite frequently and persistently!

Also persistent...was Preston's desire to get the heck out of this place....Poor guy just felt miserable....and let us know it...when he gathered the strength.....

And ever so dilegently told us us about leaving in the car....and going home...

We did finally leave Thursday afternoon....and continued to fight this bug for the next several days....We are hoping that now on day 12 or 13 or whatever it is...he is finally on the road to recovery...We have not vomited in two days....and our food and drink intake has slowly increased...he is also starting to get some energy back and shows signs of his old self...the major feat now...is our very very RED tushy...that he screams in pain when we must change the diaper (YES we have all the right ointments)...I really do not think as a mom I can take seeing much more pain in my little boy....so bug if you are listening.....Please, Please......BUG BUG GO AWAY...

Easter Happenings!

Easter Happenings!

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Easter was well "unusual" for us to say the least....It is usually spent back in Iowa with Family and Friends...this year however we decided to stay home...THANKFULLY we did....As Preston came down with the NASTIEST Tummy Bug imaginable....prior our entire household becoming infected...(and a little during) we managed to celebrate the holiday!

It was filled the coolest looking Easter Basket ever...from none other than Nana and Papa.....Really ...I don't think the Easter Bunny (or Mommy) could top this homemade creation....Thankfully Nana and Papa said Preston could open it early...therefore he enjoyed it for a few days prior to infestation...

We colored Easter eggs.....Okay, Mommy and Daddy colored the eggs...But Preston did a great job adding the sticker "faces" to the eggs....He was very particular on where each one went!

We attended "TWO" Easter egg hunts....and Preston came home with more EGGS and candy than even Mommy knew what to do with! For those of you wondering, Mommy and Daddy in no way, shape, or form helped pick up an egg....our only requirement by Preston was to carry the bucket and to keep up...Man was he quick!

Preston also received a special present from his other gramma and grampa, his cousins' Madison and Ainsley and his buddies Jackson and Grace...Seriously--Mommy doesn't remember receiving one chocolate bunny..(boo hoo...I know...a little exaggeration...), let alone numerous presents...yes...case in point...spoiled...but he definetely deserved it due to the "BUG" that was about to hit him...

Oh yeah, let's not forget the presents the Easter Bunny left....or the Bunny's Egg hunt...or from Mommy and Daddy....Yep' Spoiled!

Family Fun!

Family Fun

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Nana and Papa were in town a few weekends ago to spoil our little Preston like no other....Grandparents...you've got to love them!!! I keep telling my husband that I swear I DID NOT get spoiled like this from my parents the way they spoil their grandson...I am not quite sure he believes me though...Preston sure does love seeing them (and receiving all the cool presents!)

(and MONEY) for the piggy bank....

Mommy and Daddy thank you for the help with the early college fund too!

and if they are not here....he brings us the phone quite frequently and demands "talk to Papa" or "talk to Nana" ...thus meaning we should call them....regardless of what time of day it is...thankfully "papa" is up early in the morning and doesn't mind the morning call!

We also had a special treat of having "Papa's" brother's Rich and Joe (and a friend) into town just following Nana and Papa's visit....We loved having them out to stay and the delicious Roadhouse dinner they treated us too...Thanks! Preston also took full advantage of having someone new to "trick" into reading him a story or too!

All Things Crazy

All Things Crazy!

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Yea, Yea...we know...It has been a long time since we have posted...too long!! So thank you to everyone who has been so patiently reminding me...to publish new pic's...Here they are....Our CRAZINESS this past month has been topped by trying to teach a toddler that some days it is 70 degrees outside and a park is a lot of fun to go play on the jungle gyms.....

or feed the geese.....

and some days it is 30 degree's and building a snowman is the way to spend the day....

and somedays are best spent inside...playing dress up.....

everybody loves a princess right???

No, Mommy did not dress Mr Man up in the Cinderella outfit...he actually picked it out and one of his best buds older sister's dressed him and the little brother up....Guess he is just getting ready to doing a lifelong of "silly" things for us woman...He might as well get used to it now...He does make a beautiful princess...don't you think?

Our little Sweetheart!!

Our Little Sweetheart!!

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Happy Belated Valentine's Day!!!! We had a wonderful one as always with Mr. P!!! He loved all the presents....of course and the CHOCOLATE...hmm...I wonder where he gets it from.....So thank you to everyone who helped make it very special and for the awesome Valentine's!! It was a wonderful couple of days for us...since you know we can't let the celebration last only a day...it has to last at least a few days...right?

"Look at all these presents....for me??"

"Papa, I am not sharing any of this with Mommy or Daddy!!"

"Love me new kissing Elmo!"

"Lucy's a little upset she wasn't my only Valentine this year!!! Don't cry Lucy..lu!"

Again, we had a great time celebrating with all of our Playgroup friends, neighbors, and family....thank you!!! We love you all and hope you had a terrific Valentine's Day!

Gymnist in Training!

Gymnist in Training!

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We have officially created a monster....a dare devil monster that is! Preston loves his acrobatic's and nothing makes him happier than climbing, jumping and tumbling...on whoever or whatever he can! Just see below!!

An old favorite...the toss by Daddy....mind you this one scares the "beegees" out of Mommy, but hopefully it won't be happening too much longer...seems Preston is getting a little too heavy or Daddy is getting too weak as sore muscles were complained about after this event last night!

A new place we found is called Air Zone...very similiar to the gymnastic's studio but this one with only with inflatable equipment....Our little climber in action...mind you --he really wanted to jump off the edge of this block when he reached the top...

More inflatable fun to run and jump...atleast this one has cushioning everywhere to help ease the falls....

He has also been working on his coordination....Preston thought he was quite the star as he completed this very VERY high balance beam..Many MANY times!

And slides have also become a new favorite....atleast on this slide he is able to go UP and DOWN by himself....at the Air Zone and Gym Mommy must make the trek UP and DOWN with him...

Unfortunately our new found love for gymnastics is not limited to the gym or air zone...or appropriate places....He now believes he is able to complete his acts of great talent anywhere and everywhere he wishes....ie...jumping off his friend's ottoman's onto their couch's (a two foot jump I might add) or by trying to jump off the bottom of the stairs...or utilizing the bed or couch as a trampoline...Yes, Yes, Mommy and Daddy are working very hard to correct these behaviours but as we have been finding out...our son has a very strong will! I really wonder where he got that from?