Bed head, Bad attitude, and other random Boy stuff

Carter is in great need of a haircut but he doesn't want to cut it.  He wants to grow it out he says.  Problem is, he doesn't have the hair type to have longer hair. It is too thin and grows straight forward. Now that its hanging over his ears, I may have to come up with something creative to cure this situation.

The other day, Steve brought up the idea that it is time to start threatening/bribing/reminding kids with the 'Santa Card'.  He tried it with Carter a few minutes later and his response was, "I don't really care if I am bad cause I want coal anyways."  It wasn't even a response with attitude.  He was dead serious and then even started his Christmas list with 'coal' written at the top.  So much for that idea.  Great...

Carter got 2 behavior slips at school this week.  At least he is open about telling me.  I am having behavior problems with him at home too so I don't doubt school is no different. He is always mad, whining, yelling, crying, about something. Its hard to look at it from a teacher and parent perspective now because although I can see the problems taking place both places, I don't have a clue what to do about it.  It is making me crazy! 

I have always said that Carter has only 2 sides- angel and devil.  It still stands true.  Nothing beats his snuggles and hugs and sweet "I love you mommy", and yet, more times than not lately, its the other side that prevails, screaming, kicking, "I hate you", and threats.  I sure wish we could figure it out :(

Meeting Zachary

We want to welcome sweet little baby Zachary into the Robinson family. Its amazing how small they can be and still fit perfectly into a family. He is a perfect blend of Dave and Kate and I can definitely see Natalie in him.  What a cute little family!  We were so happy to meet him and can't wait for our little guy to arrive. I bet they will be good little cousin buddies.  There is nothing like holding a newborn straight from heaven. Congrats Dave and Kate!

Wax Museum

Bailey had her 5th grade wax museum this week.  She chose to represent Elizabeth Blackwell- the first female doctor.  We went down to see her. She was very excited about it. I wasn't feeling well and didn't get any video of her script, but at least we made it to support her.

Nice shot

Yes this is my blog. These pictures are of my kids. And they are holding guns. Real ones. Not toys. I know it is weird.  I HATE guns. They scare me to death.  Somehow though, some of my siblings and my dad have recently acquired an interest in shooting.  There was no talking Carter out of going shooting with them.  Surprisingly Elli even wanted to try it out.  My mom and I didn't choose to go along. Surprise. I was happy when they arrived back safe and sound. This isn't going to be happening regularly, but I guess I had better get over my fear of guns!

 

Pumpkin Carving

While in St. George we were able to carve pumpkins. The kids thoroughly enjoyed it. Carter picked a green pumpkin and was more interested in using the tools to carve his than what it would actually look like when done.  Elli, being as perfectionist as she is had a few meldowns during the process as she wanted hers to be fancy and precise.  Good thing she has patient aunts and grandparents, cause I wasn't!  The best part is that I don't have to do them at home now! ; )

Little one

Can't wait to meet this new little one!

Carter is one happy boy!

But the best news is that the baby is healthy and the previous problems are healing nicely.  Such a blessing!  One more Ultrasound in a month and we should be good!  Yay!  

OUR Halloween time

Since the kids will be with their other families for Halloween this year, this is about all we got.  Luckily for the ward party the kids were able to dress up for a night so we could enjoy it at least. Although I didn't get to go, I got the best part still- seeing my kids dressed up and excited!  I love Halloween so I wouldn't want to miss it all.  I will take what I can get.  They sure look cute!

Gothic Bride, Pirate, Halloween Fairy