Friday, January 20, 2012

Music Mania

Last night we were listening to music while I made dinner. "All you need is Love" came on and Will exclaims "That's your married song mom!" like he does every time he hears it. Without skipping a beat (in an attempt to one up his brother) Ben starts singing "Will you marry me mom" to the tune of "Wedding Bell Blues." At this point I stop dicing veggies, grab both boys and cover them in kisses.

When Billy gets home I re-tell the story. After dinner he asked them if they'd like to hear the first song we danced to. And that's how the boys were introduced to the great Louis Armstrong. Since last night I've heard "What a Wonderful World" at least a dozen times. They begged me to play it this morning instead of watching a cartoon while I showered (thank you Mr. Armstrong). Will loves the beginning where he lists out colors. He tells me that's his favorite part. Ben keeps asking "what's his name again?"

Beatles, Jackson 5, and now Louis. That's usually what two year olds prefer to listen to, right?

After we played music this morning, the boys decided to tear off the couch cushions and make a fort. It's their latest fun thing to do....daily. They also love reading books which is the other thing we did while Josie was in school.


Ben playing the piano book, Will reading up on dinosaurs.



Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Bringing in the New Year with Style...

The boys were lucky to spend new year's eve with some good entertainers. Maybe too good to be honest. I'm already thinking about the expectations that are set for next year! (See pictures below)

After kicking off the new year in style, Will and Ben have been enjoying 2012 so far.
Will's latest comment that made me chuckle was when Josie told him no he said "Josie said a naughty word." I don't like when Josie tells me no either Will. Tonight "All you need is love" came on and Will ran over and said "This is your married song mom!" Oh and he still is telling knock knock jokes that don't make any sense, but hey he's two and he writes his own jokes.

Ben is Josie's little shadow. Which means he likes to sing too (see video below...yes he will kill me later in life). The other day I wasn't feeling well and he came over on his own, patted my back asked me if I was OK. Then he said "I take care of you mom." Suddenly my tummy ache disappeared. Ben still enjoys reading books to himself while Will would rather work on floor puzzles.



Flirting with the ladies scene one: Ben and Caroline.

Flirting with the ladies scene two: Ben, Will, and Jessica.

New Year's Eve - indoor basketball game!

Ben proving he is full of class...wearing his overalls backwards.

Will showing off the sunshine on a January morning.

Ben's video...