Mother's Day 2009

Happy Mother's Day!!

It's hard to believe I've been a Mommy for 5 1/2 years! Not a second goes by that I don't realize how blessed I am to have my two, healthy, busy, little girls! Jordyn and Tyler bring more happiness to me than I could have ever imagined. I remember growing up...there were so many times that I was frustrated with my parents or confused by the decisions they made (like all kids I'm sure). My Mom would always say to me, "one day....you'll understand." Well...I "understand!" That's the best way I can explain this whole parenting thing! Happy Mother's Day to all of you out there who "understand" too!

On Monday morning we were able to have a special guest ALL TO OURSELVES!! While Mommy was out doing a photo shoot (you can check out the link to Kristy Lynne Photography right from the Bingham Family Blog)...we got to watch "Ella Gracey Girl." Jordyn and Tyler love to spend time with their cousin (eventhough no more than a couple days go by without seeing her!). We played with musical instruments, put together puzzles, and....what else?? DANCED of course!

A couple of weeks ago the girls headed off to the dentist for a regular check up and cleaning. While they were there, the dentist had a little talk with them about sucking their thumbs. The main focus of the conversation was on Jordyn. She showed Jordyn Xrays of her big, adult teeth that are close behind those loose teeth she has now. She explained to Jordyn what sucking her thumb was going to do to those teeth. After the little talk, Jordyn told me that she wants that "thing" to help her stop sucking her thumb. I'm sure many of you have seen that "thing" she is referring to. It's that wacky looking "thumb guard" found in the One Step Ahead magazine. People swear by it....so we placed our order.

Over the past week, Jordyn kept asking me, "Is today the day it will come?" She seemed to be excited, but I'm not sure if that's how she really felt about all of this. Jordyn LOVES her thumb!

Although I'll be glad not to see it in her mouth anymore....I have to admit...I was dreading the UPS man for her! Finally, today...I heard the sound of the truck out front (usually an exciting sound, right? Something you purchased is finally here!). However, I was kind of sad that today was the day....

Once I got it out of the package and figured out how the strange contraption was supposed to go on...I asked her...."Are you ready?" She said, "wait..." and did this....

Then she said, "okay, I'm ready!"

So...here we go! Another little milestone in my little lady's life! I'll let you know how it goes.....

When Cade asked if he could come over on Saturday evening...he made Tyler's day! Sister was off at her first sleepover and Tyler was pretty upset that she didn't have a special event to go to. Apparently, my effort to convince her how fun it would be to have a night with Mommy all to herself was a waste of time! I think she's had enough of Mommy to herself lately.
Tyler ended up having a great time with Cade. They played soccer, cruised in the Escalade together...and topped it off with a perfect dinner...mac and cheese of course!

"CHEERS!"

On Saturday morning, Jordyn's entourage (Mommy, Daddy, Sister, Nana, Papa, Mise, Pop, Uncle Randy, Auntie Lisa and Uncle Jeff ) gathered at the World Martial Arts Center to watch her test for her yellow belt. Jordyn had been studying her questions and practicing her moves in preparation for the big day. I wasn't quite sure if she'd come out of her "shell" for the big event (I know, surprising...but she is actually shy when she's doing taekwando...don't know who that kid is for those 45 minutes). She surprised us all with her loud "hae-ya's" and powerful kicking and punching....

With a room full of parents and other kids testing for their belts, Master Kim (sitting up front with the two other judges) asked Jordyn, "what do you learn at this school?" She replied, "Taekwando sir." Master Kim then asked."What is taekwando?" Jordyn replied (in the most quiet of voices).."A Korean martial art that uses bare feet and hands to train mind and body...simply described as kicking and punching sir." That was Mommy's favorite part (because she was most nervous about her questions). Jordyn's favorite part...breaking her board! See below....