Hudson started 2nd grade this Fall and his teacher is Ms Mondul. He seems to really like her and we do too. We have his parent teacher conference this Friday!
The curriculum is currently focused on learning about Native Americans, states of matter (solid, liquid, gas) and doing double digit addition and subtraction. We went to an Open House and got a chance to see his classroom, meet his teacher (again) and learn more about his daily routine(s).
Summer 2015 was full of fun experiences...
In June, Hudson enjoyed a family road trip where we visited 3 Nat'l parks (Yellowstone, Glacier, and Banff/Lake Louise). He had a great time camping and seeing new sites regardless of some long hours in the car. He even found a big horn sheep toy in Yellowstone which quickly became the center of many campsite games throughout the rest of the trip. He saw a lot of wildlife in their natural habitat (Elk, Bear, Mtn goats, ground squirrels) which was educational. He also hiked a glacier in Montana that was covered with snow. This made things interesting in sneakers. He had fun playing in various swimming pools, walking a lot, and getting lots of mountain fresh air.
In July, Hudson got to take an Amtrak train ride with Gma and Mariah from Montana to Seattle. They got a sleeper compartment as it was an overnight trip. I think it's safe to say he had a GREAT time!
Later that month Hudson spent a week in Starfire Soccer camp with Chase Burreson. They got to play on the same practice field as the Sounders and even met a couple of the players during camp. He had a great time especially having a buddy with him!
In August, he got to spend some time at nana/papa's house. However, the visit was cut short due to massive forest fires that ran rampant through the Methow and Okanogan county. It was quite an adventure as they had to evacuate nana's house and load up the dogs to spend the night at nana Laurie's before heading back to Seattle.
September issued a new soccer season. Due to his age, Hudson was forced to move up to the U7 league playing with all boys (no co-ed) age 7+. The players were all new to Hudson except for Jayveer (a teammate from season's past). The coach was a first time coach and we really missed Skyler and his old team. However Hudson had a good season regardless. He easily made friends with the other players and continued to improve his soccer skills. Mommy got a great game video of Hudson dribbling around players, down the field and scoring a goal!!!
This year for Halloween Hudson was a ninja. We went to the MV Community Center's "Truck or Treat" where the boys got to explore all kinds of large utility trucks. Hudson participated in his first ever cake walk and actually won a cake! They also tried cotton candy for the first time!
Hudson continues to enjoy reading Geronimo Stilton books (off/on). Mommy read The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe which he seemed to like initially but interest seemed to wane in the end. He really enjoys using his imagination to create. He makes fantastic structures with lego's and forts and is currently inspired to create clues for treasure hunts. He is getting more and more independent in his personality. We continue to see an analytical side to him and a curiosity for the reason behind things.
Hudson is a great person. He is kind and considerate. He is responsible and funny. He is sensitive and clever. We love you so much Hudson Gray!!!
7 years (48 lbs)
Hudson is turning 7 in one week!!
Mommy/Daddy will be in New England on his actual birthday so we celebrated it early. Hudson really wanted to go up in the Space Needle so we had a "day in the city" birthday weekend. We stayed @ Inge's condo in Ballard and had adventures through Seattle Center (Space Needle ride to the top), downtown Ballard, and the Ballard Locks. It was a packed weekend w great weather!
Hudson is on the home stretch of 1st grade and is now doing double digit addition/subtraction. He has recently taken huge strides in ENJOYING reading. He is obsessed with the Geronimo Stilton books and reads them constantly. He prefers reading over playing his Kindle which mommy/daddy particularly appreciate. His reading speed and comprehension has taken off which is great to see.
Hudson spent Jan/Feb taking swim lessons and is getting much more confident with his strokes in the water. We took the train to Portland for Spring Break and Hudson swam around in the Crystal Hotel soaking pool w/o issue. It's so nice to see the practiced skills paying off.
Hudson just wrapped up his Spring soccer season. He really improved this year. He was much more aggressive and confident getting into the middle of play. He was probably in the top 3 goal scorers!
Hudson's appearance is starting to change as he has lost two more teeth. His top middle teeth. Yes, he is now that kid with two front teeth missing. However, we practiced saying his "S's" yesterday and he doesn't sound funny. This last tooth was knocked out while playing @ Emly's dinner club yesterday. Fortunately Christy found the lost tooth in the grass! Needless to say, the tooth fairy made another visit to our house last night.
Hudson has a field trip to Point Defiance Zoo in two weeks. He's always jealous that Beckett gets to do little field trips/party's in his class so I'm sure this will be fun for him.
Spring Break was spent taking the train to Portland. The boys had a lot of fun experiencing a real train and what it's like to be inside one. We toured the viewing car, dining car, etc. They played their Kindles most of the time but it will be a good memory I'm sure.
Hudson has been learning about Australia and Marine Life. He is still required to do about 4 pages of homework a week in addition to a weekly spelling test (which he almost always gets 100% +3 for bonus words). I think we find out who his 2nd grade teacher is sometime in August.
Hudson continues to migrate toward that stage where he thinks he knows more than his parents. In general he asks a lot of questions and has an observatory nature. He is calculated and cautious. He is tender and gentle. He is stubborn and particular. He is a great boy and we love him to the moon!
Mommy/Daddy will be in New England on his actual birthday so we celebrated it early. Hudson really wanted to go up in the Space Needle so we had a "day in the city" birthday weekend. We stayed @ Inge's condo in Ballard and had adventures through Seattle Center (Space Needle ride to the top), downtown Ballard, and the Ballard Locks. It was a packed weekend w great weather!
Hudson is on the home stretch of 1st grade and is now doing double digit addition/subtraction. He has recently taken huge strides in ENJOYING reading. He is obsessed with the Geronimo Stilton books and reads them constantly. He prefers reading over playing his Kindle which mommy/daddy particularly appreciate. His reading speed and comprehension has taken off which is great to see.
Hudson spent Jan/Feb taking swim lessons and is getting much more confident with his strokes in the water. We took the train to Portland for Spring Break and Hudson swam around in the Crystal Hotel soaking pool w/o issue. It's so nice to see the practiced skills paying off.
Hudson just wrapped up his Spring soccer season. He really improved this year. He was much more aggressive and confident getting into the middle of play. He was probably in the top 3 goal scorers!
Hudson's appearance is starting to change as he has lost two more teeth. His top middle teeth. Yes, he is now that kid with two front teeth missing. However, we practiced saying his "S's" yesterday and he doesn't sound funny. This last tooth was knocked out while playing @ Emly's dinner club yesterday. Fortunately Christy found the lost tooth in the grass! Needless to say, the tooth fairy made another visit to our house last night.
Hudson has a field trip to Point Defiance Zoo in two weeks. He's always jealous that Beckett gets to do little field trips/party's in his class so I'm sure this will be fun for him.
Spring Break was spent taking the train to Portland. The boys had a lot of fun experiencing a real train and what it's like to be inside one. We toured the viewing car, dining car, etc. They played their Kindles most of the time but it will be a good memory I'm sure.
Hudson has been learning about Australia and Marine Life. He is still required to do about 4 pages of homework a week in addition to a weekly spelling test (which he almost always gets 100% +3 for bonus words). I think we find out who his 2nd grade teacher is sometime in August.
Hudson continues to migrate toward that stage where he thinks he knows more than his parents. In general he asks a lot of questions and has an observatory nature. He is calculated and cautious. He is tender and gentle. He is stubborn and particular. He is a great boy and we love him to the moon!
6 1/2 years (45 lbs)
Hudson is now in 1st grade. His teacher is Mrs Loescher and he seems to like her although not as much as he liked his Kindergarten teacher(s) Mrs Belmondo and Mrs Boyle.
He has homework each week and in addition to improving his reading/writing skills, he is getting quick at solving single digit addition and subtraction math problems. He seems to be making friends both in school and on his bus. He keeps asking for a playdate with William who is actually not in Mrs Loescher's class nor on his bus. We met up with him and his brother once and need to again.
Hudson wrapped up Fall Soccer with daddy acting as asst coach again this year. While he is still most comfortable just on the outside of the immediate playing area he did have a few aggressive games where he was right on the ball and had several shots on goal. It was great having many of the same players from last season return to the team again this year. I think it helps the kids feel more comfortable and contributes to overall team collaboration and comraderie.
Hudson got a clean bill of health recently at his 6 year well child visit. He had no shots and actually doesn't need to go back until he's 8. Outside of a vision test which the nurse can administer at age 7 there's no reason to see the doctor again outside of getting an annual flu shot.
We just returned from the dentist and Hudson is cavity-free! He did really well at the dentist and even held still enough to get some good x-rays. He has five 6-year molars coming in and several teeth (top and bottom) emerging from his gum line. To date he's only lost one tooth on the bottom so I think in the next 6 months we'll be leaving gifts for the tooth fairy often. The dentist did say that there may be orthodontist work in our future which comes as no surprise especially to mommy.
Hudson got a Kindle for his birthday and loves playing with it. It's a great device for car rides, Beckett's soccer practice, and slow Saturday morning's waiting for mommy/daddy to wake up. Oftentimes he'll sit with Beckett in the recliner and just play it together. Very cute.
Hudson is becoming more and more independent and opinionated. He will often tell mommy/daddy, "no, that's not correct...". We seem to have an emerging "expert" on all things. He is strong willed and very particular. He appreciates order and rules and when others follow suit. He is a great helper both to mommy and daddy but also as a big brother to Beckett. While he can be frustrated by his brother he's also very kind and supportive of him.
He continues to be a sensitive soul. He is more emotional than Beckett and gets his feelings hurt more easily. He has a huge heart and cares deeply about things that are important to him. He is such a special person and it's such a pleasure to watch him grow and develop each and every year.
We love you Hudson Gray!
He has homework each week and in addition to improving his reading/writing skills, he is getting quick at solving single digit addition and subtraction math problems. He seems to be making friends both in school and on his bus. He keeps asking for a playdate with William who is actually not in Mrs Loescher's class nor on his bus. We met up with him and his brother once and need to again.
Hudson wrapped up Fall Soccer with daddy acting as asst coach again this year. While he is still most comfortable just on the outside of the immediate playing area he did have a few aggressive games where he was right on the ball and had several shots on goal. It was great having many of the same players from last season return to the team again this year. I think it helps the kids feel more comfortable and contributes to overall team collaboration and comraderie.
Hudson got a clean bill of health recently at his 6 year well child visit. He had no shots and actually doesn't need to go back until he's 8. Outside of a vision test which the nurse can administer at age 7 there's no reason to see the doctor again outside of getting an annual flu shot.
We just returned from the dentist and Hudson is cavity-free! He did really well at the dentist and even held still enough to get some good x-rays. He has five 6-year molars coming in and several teeth (top and bottom) emerging from his gum line. To date he's only lost one tooth on the bottom so I think in the next 6 months we'll be leaving gifts for the tooth fairy often. The dentist did say that there may be orthodontist work in our future which comes as no surprise especially to mommy.
Hudson got a Kindle for his birthday and loves playing with it. It's a great device for car rides, Beckett's soccer practice, and slow Saturday morning's waiting for mommy/daddy to wake up. Oftentimes he'll sit with Beckett in the recliner and just play it together. Very cute.
Hudson is becoming more and more independent and opinionated. He will often tell mommy/daddy, "no, that's not correct...". We seem to have an emerging "expert" on all things. He is strong willed and very particular. He appreciates order and rules and when others follow suit. He is a great helper both to mommy and daddy but also as a big brother to Beckett. While he can be frustrated by his brother he's also very kind and supportive of him.
He continues to be a sensitive soul. He is more emotional than Beckett and gets his feelings hurt more easily. He has a huge heart and cares deeply about things that are important to him. He is such a special person and it's such a pleasure to watch him grow and develop each and every year.
We love you Hudson Gray!
6 years (45 lbs; 50% 45" tall; 45%)
Hudson is now on the back end of Kindergarten. He has about a month left before Summer break.
He has learned so much over the last 9 months. He's getting more and more confident with his reading and writing. His Spring Break homework assignments included keeping a journal of his everyday activities, writing a non-fiction story, and a mini narrative about his week off.
He's also learning how to add and subtract as well as life cycles of oviparous animals. (Hudson had to explain to me that oviparous refers to animals hatched from an egg or an animal that lays eggs).
At home I am working with him on how to tell time with a standard clock as well as identification of currency and the $ association.
He had a starring role in his first ever production called The Three Piggy Opera. Hudson was the brick pig and was front and stage left for the entirety of the program. These were non-speaking parts but he memorized several (very catchy) songs. We attended an Art Walk/Curriculum night a couple weeks ago and had a chance to see various things he's been working on throughout the year.
Hudson enjoyed Spring soccer with Covington Sports again this year. One of the highlights was that daddy was the asst coach which was good for everyone. Hudson has completely resolved any fear of getting out on the field and interacting with the players. He's still a little hesitant to get aggressive on the field and typically stays just outside the immediate playing circumference. But he gets his foot on the ball often enough. He's made a really good friend in Chase whose daddy was the head coach!
We're celebrating Hudson's birthday this year by going to Great Wolf Lodge for an overnight tomorrow. He's really excited and this may be the last year we're able to do a party-free celebration. We got him a big boy bike so we're hoping to get him comfortable with a larger bike (sans training wheels) so that Beckett can inherit the little bike. I think daddy even got a bell he can ring.
For the first year, mommy gets to make Hudson's cake since daddy is working. It won't be as elaborate but sometimes less is more. In a couple days he gets to go to nana/papa's with Beckett where they'll have a couple farm adventures (chickens laying eggs, baby pigs, ecology exhibit) and maybe a special 1:1 date with nana at a local production of Willy Wonka.
Hudson loves playing in the new playroom daddy built in the basement. He has music, toys, a chalkboard, and pretty much everything he needs to spend time being creative and entertained.
Hudson helped daddy plant several vegetables in the garden this year. It will be fun for him to see the fruits of his labor.
Hudson is growing more independent and oftentimes steers away rather than into my arms for hugs or assistance. He continues to show amazing aptitude when it comes to learning/retaining/comprehension. He is opinionated, passionate, extremely kind and helpful both with mommy and Beckett. It is so nice that he's old enough to add real value around the house and be a helper to mommy, especially when daddy's at work. He is a handsome and fun boy who is full of life!
We love you so much Hudson Gray. I can't believe you will be 6 years old tomorrow!
He has learned so much over the last 9 months. He's getting more and more confident with his reading and writing. His Spring Break homework assignments included keeping a journal of his everyday activities, writing a non-fiction story, and a mini narrative about his week off.
He's also learning how to add and subtract as well as life cycles of oviparous animals. (Hudson had to explain to me that oviparous refers to animals hatched from an egg or an animal that lays eggs).
At home I am working with him on how to tell time with a standard clock as well as identification of currency and the $ association.
He had a starring role in his first ever production called The Three Piggy Opera. Hudson was the brick pig and was front and stage left for the entirety of the program. These were non-speaking parts but he memorized several (very catchy) songs. We attended an Art Walk/Curriculum night a couple weeks ago and had a chance to see various things he's been working on throughout the year.
Hudson enjoyed Spring soccer with Covington Sports again this year. One of the highlights was that daddy was the asst coach which was good for everyone. Hudson has completely resolved any fear of getting out on the field and interacting with the players. He's still a little hesitant to get aggressive on the field and typically stays just outside the immediate playing circumference. But he gets his foot on the ball often enough. He's made a really good friend in Chase whose daddy was the head coach!
We're celebrating Hudson's birthday this year by going to Great Wolf Lodge for an overnight tomorrow. He's really excited and this may be the last year we're able to do a party-free celebration. We got him a big boy bike so we're hoping to get him comfortable with a larger bike (sans training wheels) so that Beckett can inherit the little bike. I think daddy even got a bell he can ring.
For the first year, mommy gets to make Hudson's cake since daddy is working. It won't be as elaborate but sometimes less is more. In a couple days he gets to go to nana/papa's with Beckett where they'll have a couple farm adventures (chickens laying eggs, baby pigs, ecology exhibit) and maybe a special 1:1 date with nana at a local production of Willy Wonka.
Hudson loves playing in the new playroom daddy built in the basement. He has music, toys, a chalkboard, and pretty much everything he needs to spend time being creative and entertained.
Hudson helped daddy plant several vegetables in the garden this year. It will be fun for him to see the fruits of his labor.
Hudson is growing more independent and oftentimes steers away rather than into my arms for hugs or assistance. He continues to show amazing aptitude when it comes to learning/retaining/comprehension. He is opinionated, passionate, extremely kind and helpful both with mommy and Beckett. It is so nice that he's old enough to add real value around the house and be a helper to mommy, especially when daddy's at work. He is a handsome and fun boy who is full of life!
We love you so much Hudson Gray. I can't believe you will be 6 years old tomorrow!
5 1/2 years (42.5 lbs; 44 1/4")
Our little boy has started Kindergarten. He catches the bus at the end of the driveway each afternoon @ 12:46 (Mon-Thurs). He goes all day (9:10-2:10) every other Friday and no school on the off Friday's. We are still getting used to having a kid in school and accommodating this additional schedule. Hudson loves school and seems to be thriving in this new learning environment. We were very proud to receive a letter from the school stating that Hudson was Student of the Month for September. That means he was the first kid to receive this honor for the whole school year.
He is learning to read and is given "heart words" (sight words) each week that help a lot. He is learning to write both upper and lower case letters as well as numbers. He is able to do simple addition, can recite his address, knows the days of the week, and we're working on currency value. He seems to catch on quickly after being instructed only once or twice.
His class had a book fair, reading night, a pumpkin patch field trip, and student/teacher conference. It is so nice to be able to put him on the bus knowing he is going somewhere he enjoys being and doesn't have to have idle quiet time in his room. His brother appreciates being able to take his nap uninterrupted as well ;)
Hudson & Beckett both played Fall soccer this year. Hudson had a different coach which made for a different and less than favorable experience. Needless to say, daddy has volunteered to coach next year. He is no longer intimidated to play but isn't super aggressive either. He tends to hang back and avoid really getting in the middle of the group to get his foot on the ball. It will be interesting to see if this is something he grows out of or if soccer/sports just isn't his thing.
Outside of school Hudson had some fun experiences over the Summer. We had a fun West coast road trip where we enjoyed camping in the Redwoods, visiting the Tillamook factory and an aquarium in OR, and building sandcastles in the northern CA ocean sand. He also went to the Puyallup Fair for the first time. He was adamant about going on the ferris wheel which surprised me coming from our more cautious son.
This year for Halloween, we went over to the Mitchell's neighborhood and both Hudson & Beckett dressed up as firefighters (thx to uncle Cameron). We found out after ringing a fellow neighbors doorbell that Hudson's teacher, Mrs. Belmondo lives in the same neighborhood.
Hudson continues to be more risk-averse than his little brother. We still see that sensitivity although at times it's coupled with first child/older brother tendencies to bully and antagonize. He appreciates rules and structure and has yet to be reprimanded at school (fingers crossed).
He is a thriving, intelligent, kind, stubborn and sweet boy and we love him so much.
He is learning to read and is given "heart words" (sight words) each week that help a lot. He is learning to write both upper and lower case letters as well as numbers. He is able to do simple addition, can recite his address, knows the days of the week, and we're working on currency value. He seems to catch on quickly after being instructed only once or twice.
His class had a book fair, reading night, a pumpkin patch field trip, and student/teacher conference. It is so nice to be able to put him on the bus knowing he is going somewhere he enjoys being and doesn't have to have idle quiet time in his room. His brother appreciates being able to take his nap uninterrupted as well ;)
Hudson & Beckett both played Fall soccer this year. Hudson had a different coach which made for a different and less than favorable experience. Needless to say, daddy has volunteered to coach next year. He is no longer intimidated to play but isn't super aggressive either. He tends to hang back and avoid really getting in the middle of the group to get his foot on the ball. It will be interesting to see if this is something he grows out of or if soccer/sports just isn't his thing.
Outside of school Hudson had some fun experiences over the Summer. We had a fun West coast road trip where we enjoyed camping in the Redwoods, visiting the Tillamook factory and an aquarium in OR, and building sandcastles in the northern CA ocean sand. He also went to the Puyallup Fair for the first time. He was adamant about going on the ferris wheel which surprised me coming from our more cautious son.
This year for Halloween, we went over to the Mitchell's neighborhood and both Hudson & Beckett dressed up as firefighters (thx to uncle Cameron). We found out after ringing a fellow neighbors doorbell that Hudson's teacher, Mrs. Belmondo lives in the same neighborhood.
Hudson continues to be more risk-averse than his little brother. We still see that sensitivity although at times it's coupled with first child/older brother tendencies to bully and antagonize. He appreciates rules and structure and has yet to be reprimanded at school (fingers crossed).
He is a thriving, intelligent, kind, stubborn and sweet boy and we love him so much.
5 years (39.4 lbs; 43 3/4" tall)
Hudson is growing up! He turned 5 yesterday and we celebrated by having his first birthday party with friends over. Daddy scored a huge bouncy house from the fire department and true to tradition made Hudson's cake freehand. This year it's all about TRAINS. CARS are OUT and TRAINS are IN. Hudson's cake was Percy with a #5. We invited Oscar, Chase, Tristan, and Natalie. Unfortunately Trey & Jamesson couldn't make it. Hudson had lots of presents many of which were trains!
Hudson is now registered to start PM Kindergarten in September. We did not win the ADK lottery which is a blessing in disguise. We'll jockey our schedules to make it work. The good news is that we'll no longer require childcare after August. We went to Kindergarten Orientation last week and Hudson got to see his classroom, meet his teacher and even go on a school bus ride. He is going to absolutely thrive in such a highly stimulated environment and learn so much.
Hudson went skiing with daddy a couple times this season and surprisingly REALLY liked it. They stayed on the magic carpet area and daddy worked very patiently with Hudson teaching him the basics. He really enjoyed learning and especially appreciated the hot cocoa by the fire pits afterwards.
Hudson also played Spring soccer this year. It's indoors so no muddy games in downpours. He improved so much this season and came out of the goalie position to play aggressively all over. He is no longer scared of the players or the game. What a difference 6 months can make. I'm sure it helps that he knows all the kids from the Fall season. This Fall he will move from the 3/4 group to 5/6 and play with some bigger and potentially more skilled kids. In preparation we registered him for soccer camp in July. It's 2 hours/day for a week.
Hudson is getting much better at reading. Daddy is particularly disciplined in working with him in order to prepare for Kindergarten. Some of our other pre-K goals are: learning our address, upper AND lower case letters, counting to 100+, simple addition/subtraction, days of the week, coin currency, and continued writing skills with both letters AND numbers.
It's hard to believe our little baby will be climbing on the school bus in 4 short months. Mommy & Daddy are taking the day off work the first day of Kindergarten in preparation for this milestone.
Hudson continues to be a sensitive soul. He is gentle and caring. He is determined and boundary driven. He appreciates rules and understanding the "why" behind the "what". He is my cuddler and always up to give or receive a kiss or a hug. He is a sweet and smart little boy and we love him more than words can say. <3 br="">
Hudson is now registered to start PM Kindergarten in September. We did not win the ADK lottery which is a blessing in disguise. We'll jockey our schedules to make it work. The good news is that we'll no longer require childcare after August. We went to Kindergarten Orientation last week and Hudson got to see his classroom, meet his teacher and even go on a school bus ride. He is going to absolutely thrive in such a highly stimulated environment and learn so much.
Hudson went skiing with daddy a couple times this season and surprisingly REALLY liked it. They stayed on the magic carpet area and daddy worked very patiently with Hudson teaching him the basics. He really enjoyed learning and especially appreciated the hot cocoa by the fire pits afterwards.
Hudson also played Spring soccer this year. It's indoors so no muddy games in downpours. He improved so much this season and came out of the goalie position to play aggressively all over. He is no longer scared of the players or the game. What a difference 6 months can make. I'm sure it helps that he knows all the kids from the Fall season. This Fall he will move from the 3/4 group to 5/6 and play with some bigger and potentially more skilled kids. In preparation we registered him for soccer camp in July. It's 2 hours/day for a week.
Hudson is getting much better at reading. Daddy is particularly disciplined in working with him in order to prepare for Kindergarten. Some of our other pre-K goals are: learning our address, upper AND lower case letters, counting to 100+, simple addition/subtraction, days of the week, coin currency, and continued writing skills with both letters AND numbers.
It's hard to believe our little baby will be climbing on the school bus in 4 short months. Mommy & Daddy are taking the day off work the first day of Kindergarten in preparation for this milestone.
Hudson continues to be a sensitive soul. He is gentle and caring. He is determined and boundary driven. He appreciates rules and understanding the "why" behind the "what". He is my cuddler and always up to give or receive a kiss or a hug. He is a sweet and smart little boy and we love him more than words can say. <3 br="">
4 1/2 years (37 lbs / 41.5")
Hudson has hit a few milestones in the last 6 months:
1) He said goodbye to "green blankee". We had a conversation about how he's a big boy now and no longer needs it. We told him that we would give green blankee to a little kid who didn't have a blanket of their own.
2) Hudson is writing letters. He can write his full name legibly and is working on other letters in the alphabet. We are still working on the reading part.
3) Hudson started participating in a couple different activities that have kept him busy (mommy & daddy too). He started swim lessons at a private pool. (Aug-Sept) He was apprehensive at first to put his face in the water and blow bubbles. But eventually as he built up his confidence he started doing much better. Next we had an 8 week soccer season with practices on Thursdays and games on Saturdays (Sept-Oct). Hudson started out very shy and wouldn't go on the field. Then, he started playing goalie and by the end of the season he was on the field with everyone else. Next we picked up swim lessons (2X/week for 4 weeks) (Nov) again but this time at a public pool and Hudson has been a standout from the beginning. We'll probably re-up and add on another 4 week session through end of December. Then, we'll press pause on swimming while Hudson attempts skiing this winter. We bought him ski's and boots and he's super excited about doing something just he and daddy. It doesn't hurt that hot cocoa has been used as leverage.
Mommy/daddy have started to see dividends pay out. Hudson has started to do various chores around the house and gets $ in his piggy bank at the end of the week. He brings the dogs in and feeds them every night and sometimes in the mornings as well. He's helps take out the trash, set the table, unload the dishwasher, and clean up his toys. Mommy loves having a little more help around the house and Hudson loves being able to buy things with his "money's".
We recently celebrated Halloween and Hudson borrowed a hand-made Francesco Bernoulli costume that Xabi used last year. We added a little helmet and it was perfect. Beckett went as a bum. We went down to Emly's neighborhood to trick-or-treat and came back with boatloads of candy. We let him fill a large zip-lock bag full and left the rest @ Emly's to "got to kids who didn't get any candy".
Hudson continues to be our sensitive boy. He loves to give hugs and kisses and will frequently find mommy in the house and say, "just checkin' on ya". Recently for mommy's birthday he said he would give kisses all day long and there was even a foot rub offered when mommy wasn't feeling well. He's very tender and sensitive and becomes emotional when thrust too quickly into a foreign environment.
He loves to antagonize his brother which causes the volume level in our home to reach a new high. The other half of the time they play nicely together and Hudson often helps Beckett do things.
It's scary to think he'll be in school less than a year from now. We're trying to create as many intentional moments as we can in order to avoid each exchange feeling transactional. We head to Seabrook tomorrow for some quality family bonding time together!
1) He said goodbye to "green blankee". We had a conversation about how he's a big boy now and no longer needs it. We told him that we would give green blankee to a little kid who didn't have a blanket of their own.
2) Hudson is writing letters. He can write his full name legibly and is working on other letters in the alphabet. We are still working on the reading part.
3) Hudson started participating in a couple different activities that have kept him busy (mommy & daddy too). He started swim lessons at a private pool. (Aug-Sept) He was apprehensive at first to put his face in the water and blow bubbles. But eventually as he built up his confidence he started doing much better. Next we had an 8 week soccer season with practices on Thursdays and games on Saturdays (Sept-Oct). Hudson started out very shy and wouldn't go on the field. Then, he started playing goalie and by the end of the season he was on the field with everyone else. Next we picked up swim lessons (2X/week for 4 weeks) (Nov) again but this time at a public pool and Hudson has been a standout from the beginning. We'll probably re-up and add on another 4 week session through end of December. Then, we'll press pause on swimming while Hudson attempts skiing this winter. We bought him ski's and boots and he's super excited about doing something just he and daddy. It doesn't hurt that hot cocoa has been used as leverage.
Mommy/daddy have started to see dividends pay out. Hudson has started to do various chores around the house and gets $ in his piggy bank at the end of the week. He brings the dogs in and feeds them every night and sometimes in the mornings as well. He's helps take out the trash, set the table, unload the dishwasher, and clean up his toys. Mommy loves having a little more help around the house and Hudson loves being able to buy things with his "money's".
We recently celebrated Halloween and Hudson borrowed a hand-made Francesco Bernoulli costume that Xabi used last year. We added a little helmet and it was perfect. Beckett went as a bum. We went down to Emly's neighborhood to trick-or-treat and came back with boatloads of candy. We let him fill a large zip-lock bag full and left the rest @ Emly's to "got to kids who didn't get any candy".
Hudson continues to be our sensitive boy. He loves to give hugs and kisses and will frequently find mommy in the house and say, "just checkin' on ya". Recently for mommy's birthday he said he would give kisses all day long and there was even a foot rub offered when mommy wasn't feeling well. He's very tender and sensitive and becomes emotional when thrust too quickly into a foreign environment.
He loves to antagonize his brother which causes the volume level in our home to reach a new high. The other half of the time they play nicely together and Hudson often helps Beckett do things.
It's scary to think he'll be in school less than a year from now. We're trying to create as many intentional moments as we can in order to avoid each exchange feeling transactional. We head to Seabrook tomorrow for some quality family bonding time together!
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