This week-end was really fun, even though an early, rainy fall is upon us. Yesterday we had Jacob's friend birthday party at the jumpy house (tons of huge, inflatable toys). There is no greater joy than seeing ten 3-4 year-old boys jumping, tackling, and pummeling each other within inflatable play structures. They were all sweaty, laughing, and having a great time. The biggest hit was the toy with inflated boxing gloves. The boys had a blast and there weren't any tears, even though I worried that they were playing too rough at times. Several girls were at the party too, including Lauren of course, and they had fun as well. It's a great gender-neutral party. It was great fun seeing lots of friends - old and new. Jacob, in true "I know what I want" fashion had chosen a pirate theme for his decorations and goodie bags, and then at the last minute chose a basketball player cake. So much for coordinated party planning, but every guy should get what he wants for his 4th birthday. He and Lauren had a blast playing with his new toys when we returned home and Taylor recovered from the hoopla with a nap.
Today, Lauren and I ran/walked/skipped her first "race". It was a 5K race at Magnuson Park, coordinated by our church, to benefit our sister school in Malawi, Africa. I tried to use it as a teaching opportunity and explained to the kids that we needed to run to raise money so the kids in Malawi could have a nice school like they have. After a few seconds, Jacob asks "Why do they have a mean school?" Such innocence....and clearly I need a new teaching technique. Lauren did great and we finished in just under an hour (!). It takes awhile if you stop to pick flowers, count caterpillars, and visit with your friends. The sun came out during the race and it was a great afternoon.
Taylor had a great week-end of exercise too. We brought out the Johnny Jumper (a seat that hangs from doorway moldings) and she simply loved it. Lauren was also a huge fan and it was so fun to see Taylor patting her little feet on the ground to jump. She would jump harder when we would cheer for her and she loved it. She loved it even more when Jacob gave her a big spring - she cracked up, but we had to explain that no one else should make her "fly". It's just great to see her upright and having a great time.
So, a good week-end for the Gurry family - happy kids and one more birthday down during our birthday season. Lauren is next week-end, so we need to get ready for the next one! And no, we didn't plan it this way:)
Today, Lauren and I ran/walked/skipped her first "race". It was a 5K race at Magnuson Park, coordinated by our church, to benefit our sister school in Malawi, Africa. I tried to use it as a teaching opportunity and explained to the kids that we needed to run to raise money so the kids in Malawi could have a nice school like they have. After a few seconds, Jacob asks "Why do they have a mean school?" Such innocence....and clearly I need a new teaching technique. Lauren did great and we finished in just under an hour (!). It takes awhile if you stop to pick flowers, count caterpillars, and visit with your friends. The sun came out during the race and it was a great afternoon.
Taylor had a great week-end of exercise too. We brought out the Johnny Jumper (a seat that hangs from doorway moldings) and she simply loved it. Lauren was also a huge fan and it was so fun to see Taylor patting her little feet on the ground to jump. She would jump harder when we would cheer for her and she loved it. She loved it even more when Jacob gave her a big spring - she cracked up, but we had to explain that no one else should make her "fly". It's just great to see her upright and having a great time.
So, a good week-end for the Gurry family - happy kids and one more birthday down during our birthday season. Lauren is next week-end, so we need to get ready for the next one! And no, we didn't plan it this way:)
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