The Toy Box Years: Tot School (25 Months)

The Creators of the Toy Box Years

The creators of the Toy Box Years are my two beautiful daughters and wonderful, handsome soldier husband.

"Nani" (our oldest) is a 11 year old 6th grader who loves Taylor Swift, ballet, books, fashion designing and sewing. Ask her what she wants to be when she grows up and it changes daily to anything from "an artist" to "a teacher" to "a singer/dancer". Nani is also currently fighting a battle against brain cancer -- recently diagnosed in June 2016.

"Nudgie" (our youngest) is a very smiley, very happy, very giggly, very spirited 8 year old 3rd Grader who's favorite toys are anything that gives mommy an anxiety attack - ladders, stepstools, the climbing wall at the playground. Like her sister, she has a love of reading and coloring, loves gymnastics and still provides mommy lots of snuggle time!

"My Marine" is my high school sweetheart. We've been married over 20 years and met when we were 17. (You do the math....) His favorite toys are Blackhawk helicopters, the lawnmower, our steam cleaner, and microbrew beer bottles. My husband is also my hero in that he proudly serves his country as a Blackhawk crew chief (hence his favorite toy!). And need I say that there is nothing hotter than my man in uniform!

All About Me......

Once upon a time I had a career and worked in the corporate world. Once upon a time, I dreamed about leaving that all behind to follow my true calling -- being a wife and mommy.

The first part of my calling was fulfilled in 1995 when I married my Marine (now soldier) and my love. Little did I know that being a military wife would change me in so many ways and that because of that, I would have an extended family all over the world from Japan, to California, to North Carolina.

The second part of my calling took a little doing, but I finally achieved that dream in 2004 with the birth of our first child, followed 4 years later by her baby sister.

So now, when someone asks me what I do for a living - I simply smile and say proudly that I'm following my calling - I'm a mommy and a wife -- and I couldn't be HAPPIER -- I'm living in the Toy Box Years!!

Tot School (25 Months)

>> Sunday, September 19, 2010

(Nudgie is 25 months old)

We had another low-key week this week. I've been fighting a sinus/ear infection and really haven't had much energy to do a lot structured activities this week.

Nudgie did a lot of free play this week. Her trays this week consisted of her Weebles, bean play, lacing, and her bottle cap letters.

We had a picnic tea party on the floor with her stuffed doggie and her favorite snacks of Chex and strawberries.

We also played in the back yard until she was exhausted!

We also went to see Daddy and his helicopters at the base when mommy had to go up to the base for some FRG business.

Nudgie also had some social time at MOPS this past Friday. I was so happy that she went into the childcare with no issues. Last year it was a struggle every time I dropped her off. This year, she was through the door before I even had a chance to say goodbye!

(Sigh!)

It sucks that they grow up so fast!

Have a great week everyone!

11 comments:

Anonymous September 19, 2010 at 7:35 PM: We have had a slow couple of weeks. I'd been babysitting for a friend and time just passes by so quickly. Between play dates and errands... there is no time left! We need to get back on track!
Personalized Sketches and Sentiments September 19, 2010 at 7:38 PM: Oh! Hope you feel better and better!
Nudgie is a doll! :o) I love the photos of her in her daddy's helicopters :o)

Blessings & Aloha!
The Activity Mom September 19, 2010 at 8:27 PM: Adorable pictures! =)
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Stefanie September 20, 2010 at 5:09 AM: Hope you're feeling better. Looks like she had fun anyhow.

You've reminded me that I need to email my FRG and get them to take me off the email list. We're retired now. Woot!
Melanie September 20, 2010 at 8:18 AM: Hope you're feeling much better. And I agree, they do grow up so fast! Cherish every moment!
maryanne @ mama smiles September 20, 2010 at 10:19 AM: What a cute blog name! My brother flies helicopters in the military...

Playing outside is the best, because kids always sleep so well after being outdoors! I hope you feel better soon.
Mass Hole Mommy September 20, 2010 at 2:15 PM: They do grow up WAAAAAAY too fast.
Tracey M. September 20, 2010 at 8:38 PM: Your little daughter is such a beauty! I love low-key weeks and think we need one soon. Although you still had a great variety of activities for her free play. My son loves Chex too for snacks but I love the idea of adding strawberries. Have a great week!
Helene September 20, 2010 at 10:01 PM: Awwww, those are all wonderful pictures of her!!!

Hope you're feeling better soon!!!
Julia September 22, 2010 at 5:29 AM: Aw, she is so cute! I love the tea party. Jalyn's favorite snack is strawberries too :)