“I am beginning to learn that it is the sweet, simple things of life which are the real ones after all.” ― Laura Ingalls Wilder
County Fair 2016
It's about time I post these! The first fair Adrian could participate in as a 4-Her. He got his first ribbon and did his first demonstration at the fair. He worked in the food booth and really had such an awesome time.
Tis the Season....
Elderberries, that's what's up.
And just when my hands barely have recovered, it's time to haul the grapes on in. Tis the season.
6th Birthday Recap
And....Just like that, he's 6. Three new sets of overalls, lots of John Deere stuff, a pair of work gloves and two buckets and he's thrilled. The doughnut cake was a hit, as well as his birthday menu of lots more junk food than I usually serve. It's only been a day, but so far, six is my favorite.
He's SIX!
Well, Adrian, you are now SIX!
Remembering
5 and a HALF
Age five.
Here's 4 1/2
Here's 4.
Here's 3 1/2.
Here's 2 1/2,
Here he was at 2.
Here he was at 18 months.
(And before that, I wasn't a blogger).
And now you're SIX!
And what a six year old you are. So mature, so sure of your likes, so determined to do things yourself.
You like what you like and that hasn't changed. John Deere. Farming. Animals. 4-H is your activity of choice. While you've tried other things, that's what you like best. You've had a great first year at the fair, giving a demonstration and winning your first ribbon. Next year you want to enter animals and camp at the fair.
You've always been a good eater. You're a vegetarian who likes hot dogs. You eat your vegetables but always say vegable and even though I am a speech language pathologist, I'll never correct that error. You love fruit desserts, fruit salad, honey roasted peanuts, corn on the cob, strawberry frosted donuts with sprinkes, mint chip ice cream and PBJ.
You remember everything. As in stuff I forget that happened ages ago, you remember. You remember to ask about people you haven't seen in a while. You remember to say and do kind things for people.
You are always responsible and never tell lies. You love safety and warn others if they aren't being safe. You're super trustworthy and excellent at cleaning up after yourself. You are an excellent helper. There's nothing more you like than a job.
You are a huge fan of audiobooks. Right now, you have "Runaway Ralph" going downstairs, "Black Beauty" in your room, "Clementine" out in the car and I'm reading you "Flat Stanley". I'm so glad you like audio, as when I finished "Farmer Boy", you said "Read it again". I think I'd lose my voice if I read to you as much as you'd want!
Your outfits are priceless. You wake up and get dressed for the day on your own. Always wearing John Deere or something farming related. Often overalls. Often cowboy boots.
Adrian, your personality is so endearing. A little boy with big dreams you are and I have no doubt you will accomplish what you set out to do. So thankful I have this opportunity to raise you.
Not in School
All others are back in school, while we are celebrating our time "Not in school". Unsolicited criticism aside, it's been a great week schooling our way. Thankful for the freedom of choice and the awesome network of support we have. I think this year at home will be our best yet!
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