This past week:
- The big kid lost a tooth. The little one gained one. A surprising amount of drama surrounded both of these events.
- Speaking of said drama, Mariam's tooth-losing was a big enough ordeal for her that afterwards we had the following exchange:
"Mama, I'm pretty sure that you are the tooth fairy, so could you not leave any money in my tooth pillow tonight. I need you to wait another day."
"Why? Is it just more excitement than you can handle right now?"
"Yes. I've had enough. I need a break."
- Glue, Glue, Glue. As in, the Alphabet variety. Baby nap times were dedicated to the cause of bringing you all Volume Seven in a timely fashion. Aiming for Friday, June 1st. Perhaps a preview post round about Tuesday or Wednesday? In the meantime, see the above photo for a little hint about what's inside.
- Our wooden space playset from Armadillo Dreams arrived. It turns out to be in that special category of toys that I love so much that it is a little bit hard to accept that it isn't actually for me. Apparently I'm supposed to let my kids play with it. Oh, and Armadillo Dreams is having a sale through 5/28. Everything in the shop is 25% off. I've got my eye on that narwhal.
- The response to the Read Aloud Book Along idea was instant and amazing. I can't wait to read along with you all! I will send out an email with the book choices on Thursday of this week. Right now, I'm leaning towards one picture book and one chapter book. I figure this is a good way to get as many kids involved as possible.
- I was really encouraged by your comments and emails in response to my post about baby Z.'s food allergies. Thank you to everyone who sent kind words. Really.
- Mariam spent three days out of the last seven fishing with Dan on various local bodies of water. She had a great time, but the cumulative effect of all that outdoor time coupled with the early morning wake-ups has left me with one tired girl. I had to brush her teeth for her and carry her to bed tonight. And we didn't even get a chance to discuss tooth fairy protocol first. I think I'll wait for her to give the go-ahead.
