Flying Turtles

The boys stayed overnight on a Thursday night. They (and their grandparents) slept soundly all night. In the morning, I woke to Terry nudging me, because the boys were awake. I was in the middle of a dream about attending a music convention that was six days long, even though I had only planned for three days. My colleagues were worried we might run out of wine or money. As I came to, Terry was already on his way down the hall. I rolled out of bed and groped my way down the hall after him. I was greeted by the happiest faces waiting for me. As I picked Nathan up out of his crib he asked me, "Where's your necklace?" First thing in the morning, it took three repititions for me to understand what he was asking. Grampa had tucked them in, but surely he wouldn't have let them wear one of my necklaces to bed. Then I realized he was surprised I wasn't wearing one. I guess I wear jewelry so much he thought I slept with it on. I explained it didn't go so well with my nightgown.

Later that morning, I had to use the restroom. Nathan accompanied me, because he knows where Gramma goes, the fun is close behind. Nathan was obviously proud of me when he said, "Gramma, you have pull-ups." That took a few repetitions too, since it's not a common word in my vocabulary. When I fgured out what he meant, I laughed and told him, "Yes, it's what ladies wear before they wear Depends."

 I remember Jim riding our children's flying turtles when he lived with us; proving in every man the boy lives on.  We gave flying turtles to Ben and TJ for their birthdays years ago.  Now Nathan and Andrew have discovered the world of flying turtles.

 Engineering philosophy: No matter how good something is, it can be improved upon. 

Andrew proved he's able to punch his way out of a paper bag.

 

Danny helps the boys learn how to treat a dog, so he will learn to love you.  Nathan is growing fonder (less afraid) of Ollie.  Andrew would take Ollie home in a heartbeat.  I wonder what Bogie would say?

Gramma has taught the boys you can make a fashion statement by having that one piece de resistance.  Something that makes everyone take a second look.  Andrew insists this is the right way to wear a baseball hat.  It may have something to do with his being left-handed.

This is Andrew's look right after doing something that is definitely not on the recomended list.  It's tough when you know you're cute.

Grampa takes a few lessons in playing catch.  He's improving.  The noise in the background is Andrew.  He's not locked up anywhere, just working with his tools.