Geeky 365 -- Day 177

The silence over the last month has given me a lot of time to just watch Orion and appreciate the incredible little boy he is growing into.  It's the simple little things that I never want to miss and know are going to be the easiest to forget.  That's really the point of this blog...to keep me from missing any of it and remind me of those things I have forgotten while getting to share my experiences with the world (or at least the small part of it that visits us here).  Orion loves to pretend and is starting to be "creative" with his answers like saying his name is "daddy" or that a cow says "oink".  He sees monsters everywhere and is always giggling while hiding under a blanket, or fighting off the dandelions in the yard.  The words that come out of his mouth always amuse me, but when you combine them with his sweet little voice I can't help but laugh at him.  Seth asked him a question the other day and Orion's response:  "I don't know. On your face!"    It's moments like that which are hard to explain, but in that instant it is so much entertainment.  It's like an inside joke where "I guess you had to be there" to see just how special those moments are. 

Tonight he took to playing dress up.  He was rocking a Viking hat and a bow tie while carrying around a sword adorned with Mardi Gras beads.  To say he is creative probably puts it mildly.  If nothing else I am always entertained.

Geeky 365 -- Day 176

What a crazy crazy month it has been for us all.  There was lots of visitors and traveling, and no internet!!  I think we're finally on the mend so I'm going to pick up where I left off.  I realize that it kind of defeats the purpose of a continuous 365, but it's easier than trying to back track 30ish posts.  So as a quick catch up, the weather has been incredible for this time of year (with the exception of Easter weekend of course) so we've spent a lot of time outside.  Orion learned how to hit a baseball, we planted flowers, and he got to go back to his grandparents house for an egg hunt and to spent time with some of his cousins.  He had a fantastic time.   We had some random communication issues with daycare which caused some unwanted stress, but things are looking up there for now at least.  All in all it's been crazy chaotic, but we've survived and are trying to get back to normal.  This evening was very laid back with Orion.  We really just lounged around the house and spent time playing in his toy kitchen.  Overall it was a pretty awesome night.  Here's hoping things stay calm enough to continue through the end of this project!!

Geeky 365 Delay

I figured I'd let everyone know that I have not given up on my  365 project.  My internet at home has had "latency issues" (their words, not mine) since the 9th and is making posting practically impossible and posting from work is not always an option.  Once they get the issues resolved I will pick back up where I left off.  I will complete this project....just gotta wait for my ISP to fix my internets!!

Geeky 365 -- Day 175

Geeky 365 -- Day 174

What a busy day for Mr. O.  There was family to see, stores to adventure through, playgrounds to conquer, and friends to play with.  He ran so hard all day and was definitely worn out by bed time.  Here are some of the adventures we had today:

We walked through some of the bike trails in Lincoln.  Orion loved running down the path, but was also definitely excited to still be able to see the traffic.  We walked almost 2 miles! 

We also chowed down on some Zhang's Chinese food.  I'm pretty sure that Orion is thanking some deity for the amazing Lo Mein he's feasting on here. 

We went to a 1st birthday party for my cousin's daughter.  There just happened to be a pack of boys there.  They decided that the dirt in the back yard was the best place to play. 

We also visited the park and played despite the crazy amount of wind.  I think it was a pretty great day for Orion, and that makes it an awesome day for me too.

Geeky 365 -- Day 173

It's Friday and the start of a busy weekend for O.  We ran lots of errands and Orion was in the kind of mood where he talked the entire time.  It was really quite entertaining, but by bed time he was definitely worn out.  Tomorrow we are going to a birthday party and spending time with my family.  Should be lots of fun for him.

Geeky 365 -- Day 172

Orion never ceases to amaze me.  I got his computer set up for him last week and he is already pretty good at working the mouse.  Yesterday I was making supper while he was playing and looked over and he had managed to switch games and was playing through a memory game.  He was 4 levels in.  He's such a smart kid!