Workin'

A friend of ours gave us a bunch of firewood (THANKS Spencer!!!) and the boys couldn't wait to help Daddy unload it. Hampton was super excited to use his work gloves and eagerly helped even though he was super cold.

After all the heavy lifting we all enjoyed a warm fire and some entertainment...Ben sang for us :).

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WOW!

From across Happi Names Hampton yelled, "Mommy, there's poop over here, but it's not mine...and it's all over my hands." It was Reid's...AWESOME

My Boys

I fully realize that I am a blog-slacker! Our world is a bit crazy right now and I can't seem to find time to catch up. Here is just a story I do not want to forget.

Yesterday as we were leaving to meet Julee and Carolina for lunch I opened the garage door and let the boys walk down the driveway while I buckled Lucy. As I reminded them to stay out of the street, I saw Hampton run in front of Reid to make sure he was safe. When I got Lucy buckled, I shouted for the boys to come get in the car. They were down the sidewalk a bit and I saw Hampton take Reid by the hand (at first, then by the wrist b/c Reid wanted to walk the other way) and lead him back to the car. I heard Hampton saying, "Reid, Mommy said to get in the car. We need to obey." As we were driving, the following conversation took place:

"Hampton I am so proud of you for protecting Reid and helping him make a good choice to obey."

"I was kinda like a super hero?"

"Yes you were. You protected your little brother."

"Why did I protect Reid?"

"Because you love him."

"Yeah, I do."

Still Lovin' the Jeep

Ben and Brandon were also rewarded w/ motorized vehicles when they learned to use the Big Boy Potty! They each got a 4-wheeler and the boys love to ride together. Almost every afternoon around 4:30 we make a loop around our street together. Our loop often turns into some backyard fun. We are so, so thankful for this family!

They really like to trade vehicles.

Reid really enjoys the jeep...riding in it w/ his big brother and even just climbing on it.

Hampton is a really good driver and is so patient to drive slowly when Reid rides w/him.

Jeep Fun!!!

Lots of people think they boys look just alike. I don't see it. They look like brothers to me, but not just alike. What do you think?

Hampton 2006

Reid 2009