Monday, January 19, 2009

Needless To Say

Needless to say, I'm failing terribly on my resolutions for the new year(see previous post), but I have a whole year to accomplish them, right? I'm working on a post with pictures of all our holiday fun. Weeding through all the pictures and wanting to express all we did concisely is time consuming, but hopefully, I'll finish soon! (that was a super long sentence!)

There is a lot to say about the boys...Hudson is now primarily walking and has officially graduated to the "toddler" room in the church nursery. As the nursery director said, "He's growing up so fast..." He loves to do whatever Thomas or I do. Just the other day, I caught him "singing" into Thomas' microphone. He has also started playing the "chase me" game -- he does something he isn't supposed to do (like play in the curtains) and smiles at you, inviting you to come after him. Then he tries to run from you.



Sunday, I substituted in Thomas' Sunday school class. During circle time, the children go around the circle saying things they are thankful for. Most of the children said things like "my dog," "my mom and dad,"...Thomas said "I'm thankful my mom came to help teach my class today..." He either has mastered the art of flattery at a young age or is a truly sweet little man (I think it's the latter). Today, he was helping me fold the clothes and out of nowhere said, "These dogs are barking." When I inquired what that meant, he said "The dogs on my feet are barking because they are tired." He got it from a LeapFrog video we borrowed from the library. He hears everything and repeats most!

Oh, I'm so thankful for my little men! Until my next post....

Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Resolutions for the New Year

Here are two of my resolutions for 2009:
1. BLOG more... I seriously could blog the funny things Thomas says daily and, well, I won't be doing that. But I do want to be better at posting more frequently for the benefit of remembering these days that are flying by.
2. Conquer clutter! I borrowed Clutter's Last Stand by Don Aslett from the library and I will be getting my literal house in order. I know this is an emotional, physical, and spiritual undertaking and I'm excited about it! Here's something from the book that I found interesting:
"Loss of productivity" and unrealized ambitions, if dissected, will often be from junk. That's what inefficiency is--clutter in one form or another getting in the way of achievement and inspiration. Businesses and businesspeople can commit junkicide, and I've watched people with brilliant talents of every kind (athletic, artistic, musical) not be able to use an ounce of it because the clutter in their lives smothered and hid their ability.

Best wishes for your New Year and your resolutions!

Monday, December 15, 2008

Birthday Parties and Thanksgiving

November and December are super busy in the Franklin household! Now that I'm done with birthday party hosting (at least for the next 11 months), I have had a chance to download pictures from Thomas' party, Thanksgiving, and Hudson's party. I didn't take time to edit out so there are lots to enjoy!





Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Happy First Birthday!



One year ago today, Hudson was born! We named him Hudson Patrick for two great missionaries -- Hudson Taylor and Saint Patrick. He was born after only two hours and forty minutes of labor not unlike the drama on tv (during which Matthew almost passed out!). But all that was forgotten when we saw that precious little face.



Today, Hudson is our little sunshine, full of smiles, and very very curious. He loves to climb inside the kitchen drawers, open the fridge, and find a way through every barrier we build. He is a master at climbing and, if you saw the previous post, is well on his way to walking. Hudson doesn't seem too interested in the tv but will stop to watch one of Moose A. Moose's songs on Noggin. Most of all, Hudson loves his big brother and will follow him wherever he goes.

We are blessed beyond measure! Happy birthday, Hudson!

Friday, December 5, 2008

One Sings and the Other Walks

Here is just a quick post so you can see some recent videos taken with Thomas' camera...

Here is Thomas singing one of his favorite Bible study songs:


And here is Hudson taking some of his first independent steps!