Soccer, Date with Mommy and “Lucky”

Yesterday Bradley had soccer and I have to document since its only like 6 sessions since they are so young.  There is only 2 more left.  He has been doing so much better.  He is totally listening, participating and yesterday he was the fastest runner on all the drills!  Daddy met us at the field from work and I couldn't get a hold of him on his phone so I said “I wonder if Daddy got tied up at work!” Bradley took that literally and said “I hope he didn’t.  I hope a police officer didn't come to his work and tie him up with a rope!  If he did I am going to PUNCH that police officer since I am such a good puncher!”  What a mess this kid! So although I thought it was funny I had to explain to him that was not what I meant and then go on to talk about authority figures and we can’t hit police officers!!! Also to clarify,  Bradley hasn’t punched anyone.  He just practices on my couch pillows for fun. 

Since this post is all about Bradley here is one of Gavin and Daddy.  The next Woodward boy to hit the field! This just melted my heart seeing him walk and kick the ball with his Daddy and not fall. 

kicking some goals….

drills going in and out of the poles….

he’s got moves…

 

Then today was  a preschool morning and remember when I said he got the “Clean Up Award” last Friday.  Well, they don't let Lucky go home on the weekends so he cleaned up great today too and got to take Lucky home!!  Lucky comes in a case with a book, movie, candy treat and journal to tell about his Adventures! This was a great day for Bradley and Lucky because we already had plans.  Daddy was at home watching Gavin so we could go on a Mommy/Son date.  We picked up Chick-fil-a then headed to the movies for a matinee.

Meet Lucky!

So proud!

 

Love this BOY!!

His favorite movie treats are Sour Patch kids and popcorn. 

Even Lucky joined in on the fun….

 

This is the movie we saw.  It was OK.  Bradley enjoyed it.  I also have to vent on what is up with all these 3D movies.  Bradley doesn’t where the glasses and they are more money, they give me a headache too so I am over it.  Can't we go back to the way things were, I guess in the OLD days, haha! I really loved my one on one time with Bradley and it was very much needed.  He can be a handful but is such a sweet boy!

So, stay tuned for more “Adventures with Lucky.”  He has to go back to school Friday morning.  Bradley is supposed to be napping right now but he and Lucky are in there playing (I hear them)!

Daddy and Autumnfest

Daddy got back from his “training” in Nevada, AKA….”fun trip” this week! The boys were so excited to see him and I was too! We just took it easy because Daddy likes to do that right after traveling and then yesterday we went to Autumnfest in town. 

Gavin loves carrying pillows we have discovered!

I had been having trouble with Bradley cleaning his room but 2 days before Daddy got back something just “clicked!” I don’t know what happened but this is him showing me how he cleaned his room all by himself! They also said he won the Clean UP Award Friday at school.  I really hope this diligent boy sticks around!

This is Gavin waking up Daddy his first morning back.  Tricks on you Daddy!  He was totally pretending to sleep to see what Gavin would do!

I love his little chunky hands resting on him. 

Autumnfest was cool.  I had totally forgotten that it was mostly vendors and I actually wasn’t in the mood to shop.  We did find some stuff for Bradley to do and ran into some friends at the playground so it ended up being a great day!

Gavin sat patiently while Bradley had all the fun.  Your turn is coming soon buddy!

 

I can’t believe how tall and big he is getting these days. 

Strike One!

Its out of Here!

Here he is ready for bed and I was doing a craft project so Bradley had a chance to use his new and first ever scissors!!  He was excited because he had been asking me for some.  He did great and even showed us how he cut out a diamond, square and rectangles!

I hope everyone is enjoying their Sunday and this beautiful fall weather!

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Gavin walking at 11 months

Walking Pumpkin/BQOTD

We have been doing a whole bunch of “not too much” lately! Here are just some random pictures from last week. The biggest news is Gavin is officially a walker since the last time I posted his first two steps back at the end of August at 10 months old. He is now 11 months old and is walking everywhere but definitely still needs to master it or get a helmet! Another change is that I switched him to whole milk from formula. He loves it but unfortunately for all of us, he still SPITS UP some! Anyways, here is our randomness….

Soccer, last Tuesday. They are so sweet together! I love Gavin’s soccer knee stance!

I tried on this yard sale pumpkin outfit on Gavin that I got last year in anticipating his size. It fits but a little too tight to be comfortable so he will be a SHARK for Halloween instead. Bradley’s old costume.

Our walking pumpkin!

Speaking of Pumpkins…here is our third little pumpkin. I had an appointment yesterday and I am right on track and he has a “strong heartbeat” she said. I read up on this week and everything they say is happening to me. The crazy mood swings are back and I am clumsy and dizzy exhausted and I am starting to fear labor. I do it every time. Towards the end I start to get scared and doubt myself and I don't even want to do it! Well, guess what Emily? Its happening and once I have the baby and get over that fear I will surely have fears of handling 3 boys. Somebody wake me up and pinch me!

Also, speaking of costumes. Here is a glimpse of Bradley’s. He will be Hercules or “Percules” as he calls him. Why does he want to be this? Well, because Percules is “the strongest man who can do anything with his hands!” as he quotes his movie!

Lastly, I did a little something for myself. Fall decorating. This is just a bit and once Brad gets home he is getting put to work with the front porch.

Happy Fall Everyone! I am an October baby so I love it!

I almost forgot, the BQOTD.

"Don't you appreciate me cleaning up Mom?"

"I am going to have 5 brothers!" He told a lady at the doctors yesterday. He has lost his 3 year old mind!

"Shake what your momma gave ya, Gavin!"

Becoming a God Chick + the Fair

Over the weekend I went to this really rad women's conference in Ashville.  I know this looks like I wasn't even there but I was so engrossed in all of it that I didn't get my camera out but once.  That one picture with me, my mother-n-law and Holly, I accidentally deleted scrolling through.  Holly is a co-pastor with her husband in a church in Los Angeles, California.  The church that Brad’s parents go to and Brad’s mom was invited to travel with Holly for this special event.  Since Mom W. was in NC I decided to join her.  Joanie and Nathan watched the boys for me since Brad is away on training.  I am very thankful that they did that because I got a lot out of this conference.  It was a grace awakening for me but not just for the grace God has given me because I was pretty aware of that but how I fall short of giving grace to others who need it and deserve grace instead of condemnation. I also was convicted in breaking through barriers and having strength to see things to the end because GOD is my personal bravery, my strength and my Joy.  I loved all of the Divine wisdom from all the speakers and look forward to furthering my journey in becoming a better God Chick.  A woman who is one day unstoppable for God and his will instead of just only needing him. 

 

  

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Saturday evening I drove from Asheville back to Charlotte to get the boys.  We ended up going to the county fair at 8 at night because it was the last night and we didn’t want to disappoint our children!! It was super packed and CRAZY so again not a lot of picture taking.

Gavin just ate, chilled and slept.

Bradley running away from the camera and he ate all this popcorn!

  Bradley loved the tilt-a whirl and it was going so fast I can’t even remove the red eye properly.  He looks so happy yet so crazed!  He also loved the caterpillar roller coaster (no picture) and he went on bumper cars. 

This is what Bradley didn’t do.  He said “Yeah, Mommy that will give me nightmares!” which I knew it would.  He just stared at in scary suspense.  Jackson and his friends went on it and loved it though!

Here they are reenacting everything!  I would love to go to the fair again one day, not pregnant, on a date with my hubby! If Joanie wasn’t such a chicken on rides this would have been perfect for her and Nathan to do while I watched the kids on rides.  Anyways, we got home so late and crashed and then I drove home Sunday.  It was a wonderful and super busy weekend for me being 7 month pregnant and tired.  I say it every time and yet I am still planning the next road trip while pregnant. 

Oh yeah, and we ate funnel cake!

28

We celebrated Brad’s birthday yesterday.  Nothing too fancy since it was during the week but it was definitely special.  Bradley made this card for him from just him and Gavin.  He told me exactly where to put the stickers and what to write and even drew him a picture of birthday balloons and the balloon pump! Since, you can’t leave that out.  We also got him a TCBY frozen yogurt cake with not nearly enough CANDLES but it was mainly for Bradley because he was so excited it was his Daddy’s Birthday and we had to participate in all the traditions.  Brad doesn’t eat desert so I will probably be the only one eating it.  After this little party Brad and I left the boys with the sitter and went out to dinner.  We ended up getting our dinner for free and a gift certificate on top of that! What a lucky Birthday! We never even complained but the manager came over on his own since he knew they were slammed and we were getting slow service.  I had planned to treat Brad but now I still have my shopping money!

This was before we left for our date.  This is the belly shot everyone has been yelling at me for.  I did the “prom pose” so you could see it.  You can’t miss it anyways though!  I am 28 weeks so in my third trimester this week.  The home stretch feels good.  Baby boy is healthy and I am now taking additional iron pills with O.J. everyday.  With all three of my pregnancies I have tested anemic.  Which explains the lightheadedness and actually seeing SPOTS sometimes.  We still have no name OFFICIALLY but when we do it will be a secret.  I have given Brad a Halloween deadline because I have a lot of personalized things I want to order for Christmas! I am already planning and have purchased a few Christmas gifts.  Haven’t You?!  After Gavin’s Birthday it is game ON!  Anyways,  Merry Christmas, I mean Happy 28th Birthday Babe! I love You Bucketsfull!