Needless to say, we have been busy. Both boys are riding two wheel bikes. I find this shocking actually because I really did nothing to teach either of them. I literally took of the training wheels and Trevor rode down the street...WHAT??? only Trevor. But then a week later Darren up Trevor's bike and wanted to try. So...for a half hour I follow behind him carefully helping him maintain his balance. Half of Darren's problem was that he was being so careful...and riding very slow. Once he picked up the pace enough to keep his balance he was off and riding!!!! The love riding their bikes...trust me....it's the first thing Darren requests as soon as we get out the car.
Yes, I can officially say that Darren is talking. I used to hesitate in saying so because it was just some words and not always understood by all. But I can honestly say that he has found his voice. He is pointing and labels things like clock, tree, circle, fan, and certainly any food items. He is even doing 3 word phrases....his favorite being...I want gum! 123 go! one more time! 2 more minutes:) When I say I love you.....he says "so much". He is seriously trying to repeat just about everything...he even attempts to sing parts of the song Poker Face...hahaha To say that we are thrilled with this new stage is an understatement. We feel blessed. It is so exciting watching him discover and connect. Mind you....he is still Darren...feisty as hell...but he is truly coming into his own.
Trevor and his team, The Blue Rockets, are enjoying their season. They currently have 2 games a week and will continue until the first week of June. Trevor is doing great. I on the other hand am so bothered by the new version on T-ball. Don't even get me started:) I am just a big believer that sports are an easy way to teach young kids simple life lessons. When you get a big hit, you should get to run more than one base. When one team scores more than the other team....they win. I know...it's just t-ball...they should be just having fun. Do you that as a kid I used to hate when my coaches would say that??? You can teach the kids to work hard, practice, play well and win. Trust me, that's fun. AND there is nothing wrong with losing! Again, a teachable moment....ANYWAYS....he enjoys it and is doing very well.
Let's see...what else....ummmm Oh the business! Things are going very well. Sports camps are a big hit! We finished our first 8-week session and have started up two new sessions on Mondays and Thursdays. Trevor and Darren attend both and we are really enjoying them. We have a great team of people working the camps and all of the kids are reaping the benefits of that. Things have progressed quicker than expected, but it's all good, not complaining:)
I will try to get some video of Darren talking and Trevor playing T-ball for the next post!
