Telling It Like It Is

Evan is just enamored with his sister. But quite frankly, Libby is a persnickety little thing and she has to want your attention or she just throws a full out fit for you bothering her. Evan is NEVER mean to her but he definitely struggles with giving her enough space and I have hated to do it, but we have resorted to time outs and loss of privileges when he just won't leave Libby alone.

Today, I think he could sense a admonishment coming on because suddenly, he looks right at me and announces, "I do not want to go to time out. I do not want to do rest time. I do want to do couch time. And I do want to watch the television. Hmmm."

Wow! I guess he told me!

A Good Fixer

This morning as I was getting Evan ready for school, I had to work especially hard on a stubborn cowlick. When I finally wrestled it down, Evan said, "Thanks Mom. You sure a good fixer. But Dad can fix anything!"

So, so sweet!

How's That?

I tell you, I have a little guy just melts my heart. Today, while asking for some television time, he ended his proposition with a "How's that, Mom? Is that a good idea?" How can you can you say no to that??

Catasrophe Diversion

Ok...I probably should not have let my two year old watch this, but he adores Paula Deen and I knew he would think it was funny. We watched it several times and each viewing ended with Evan absolutely cracking up.



Fast forward a couple of days, I shopping, looking for a belt for Evan to wear with his Easter outfit. I finally found one for his little waist and when I got home, I had him try it on. His response? "Thank you so much Mom! Now my pants won't fall down like Paula Deen's!"

It is now a non-negotiable addition to his wardrobe. And I think it is a precious insight into his mind. I was trying to help him look spiffy but he was thanking me from saving him from a potential embarrassment.

Aw, come on Mom...

your teasing me!

This is Evan's response to EVERYTHING these days. Including when I threaten to take away toys when he is being mean to his sister, when I tell him we are all out of strawberry Crush (his absolute favorite) and it is time to take a nap.

a self-potrait

This Just Says It All...

I know it is kind of hard to understand, so here is the dialogue...

Evan: I love Libby so much!
Mom: You love who?
Evan: Libby! So much!
Mom: Oh! You're a good big brother!
Evan: Yeah!

This just demonstrates how crazy Evan is about his little sister. And he is always like this when it comes to Libby. He has never shown any jealousy or resentment towards her. He is constantly loving on her and if she cries, he is usually the first to attend to her. Evan helps feed her, points out things that may interest her and will actually share most of his toys with her.

In return, Libby just adores Evan. She just rolls with laughter when he pays attention to her and you can tell how excited she is when he starts playing with her.

I have said it before, but Matt and I are so, so blessed. These kids are amazing!

Evanisms

This month's dose of Evanisms:

E: You've got on a blue shirt.
Mom: Yes, I do
E: You look very cute.
Mom: Thanks, you look cute too.
E: I not cute...I Evan
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Mommy, you sing nicer than Daddy.
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Mommy, you're driving me nuts!
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Oh, gosh. I sure made a mess!
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During a tantrum at bedtime (and no one metioned the word crazy, I promise!): "I am not crazy! I not!"
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Upon opening Christmas presents: "This is the best party ever!"
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How cool is that?
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No thank you, Honey. No. Thank. You.
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On Libby: "He is so cute. I love him."
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Shut the door. ALL THE WAY. No, crack it. No, I want it shut all the way!
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