MacHaffie Kids

Father’s Day

June 21, 2008

We had a busy Father’s Day with the boys. We had lunch with my parents and Nana and Grandpa Bob. Then we had dinner with all of Nancy’s side of the family, including Grandpa Bob and Grandpa Larry.

Owen took several good pictures on Nana’s camera. I was surprised that he didn’t try to get his hands on Kathy’s camera with the big telephoto lens. Maybe next time

The boys went to the weaving studio with Nancy on Thursday briefly. They saw the big letters on the side of the building which spell out WEAVE. The boys spelled out the letters and said, “That says ‘weave’.” On Father’s Day, Andy spelled out the letters for the word “ENTRANCE” that was on a sign.

Owen figured out how to tie a balloon to the back of his chair. I sort of showed him how to tie it, but he wasn’t getting it. I turned back to my dinner, and when I looked over again, he had tied it nicely.

We’re down to once a week at Gymboree now. We’ve dropped the play gym–the boys just aren’t as interested in going as they used to be. Plus, they start preschool this fall. Nancy may try to catch some of the play dates at the local parks this summer to try to meet some of the other parents.

Pictures

Andy and Grandpa Bob

Andy at Gymboree

Andy giving Nana a hug

Boys with daddy, Andy walking on his hands

Boys outside Hayden’s
Boys outside Hayden's

Boys with Nana, drawing

Owen combing Nana’s hair
Owen combing Nana's hair

Owen and Mimi sitting on a bench

Owen climbing on a statue

Iris Garden

June 4, 2008

We went down to Schreiner’s Iris Gardens on Sunday. The boys had a great time. Owen kicked off his boots and just ran and ran. Andy grabbed my hand and showed me all the flowers. We also saw a couple of large tractors, which the boys really appreciated.

Owen enjoys teaching. He is very patient. He has taught Andy several things, and yesterday he was encouraging Abby to play at McDonald’s Playland.

The boys made meatloaf for dinner on Monday. Both of them even cracked the eggs! For dessert, the boys made chocolate cupcakes.

Nancy took the boys to a rummage sale and gave them each five dollars to spend. Andy came home with two train sets, and Owen found several small toys, including a pretend chainsaw.

Pictures

Owen with his new chainsaw