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Birthday Party Time

Today we celebrated my 6th birthday a little early (since it is actually on Christmas)at PlayWorld. Mom tried talking me into having it all kinds of places but in the end I really wanted to have my buddies at PlayWorld. So, we did. All the boys from my class were there and my oldest girl buddy, Laney. My cousins, were there too! My fav soccer brothers got to come too! I loved playing with my friends and I was a very lucky boy- I got tons of cool gifts. My favorite was my Nintendo DS that Meme, PawPaw, Uncle Trav, Aunt Mandy, Dylan and Seth got me. I also loved all the art supplies and trucks and boy stuff. But, I have spent a lot of time with my art set from Papa and Noni. I can't wait to use my new suitcase! Mom can't believe I am 6 yrs old- man time flies.

DeSalvo Thxgiving

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Rain Rain

I missed half of my soccer games and practices because of rain. But, we made up two of them today. I had a super game and I really love soccer. Tonight, I am excited about the surprise party for MeMe because I get to see my cousins. I hope aniston is happy for a change!

Threats by Luke

Hi everyone this is Luke's Mom. Lately he has been quite mouthy to his dad and I. I took mental note of some of the things he has said when I've asked him to pick up, help with a small task etc.

"Well I will do it but you are making me PB&J for dinner"
"Fine, but I won't be your taterbug anymore"
"Fine, but I want you to know you have ruined my life"

And, my personal favorite- "I will not watch Spongebob anymore in your bed with you you will have to watch it alone"

Please tell me this is normal mouthy talk from an almost 6 yr old and also tell me if it is not so I can prepare for the next 15 years!

Catch Up On Me.....

I have been really bad at blogging lately but at least I have managed a photo or two here and there. I have played a few soccer games but about half have been rained out. I went to the Pumpkin Patch but it was soooo cold burrrr. Mom is constantly saying how much she wishes Summer would get here! I get in trouble ALOT for complaining to Mom on the way home from school. It seems whatever goes wrong I blame on Mom. Last week she asked me why I had my sweatshirt on when the day was fairly warm my reply; "Mom I have to wear it BECAUSE YOU haven't bought me a belt and I have loops." Apparently, she didn't understand the seriousness of having loops with no belt through them. If you get caught by Mr. Tucker you are in violation of the uniform code! Oh MY! Mrs. Coney my teacher talked to Mom because she understood that I am soooo skinny belts are hard to fine. Well we found one that very day at JCP. I am no longer in violation of unbelted loops.

Posing for photos

Being all boy I ask my Mom to get her camera out every once in awhile. But, I only want to do pics in some sort of action shot! Here are a few of me today in the backyard. Thank you Jesus that it is dry enough to play outside.

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Where have I been

well I have been busy since school started! I do run for your life at school on Tues and Thurs so that means we have to get there really early. I also have soccer on Thurs and Saturday games. Life has been really hectic and my Mom was really sick then my sister got sick. I apologize for being such a bad blogger. I am loving school and it wears me out. I am in bed by or before 8:00 every nite. I have been telling mom that school messes up my time with her and Papa! She says for me to get used to it. The other day another little boy in my class got in trouble during art for going in the no kid zone. He got sent to the principal's office. It sort of bothered me especially when he ran in the bathroom and slammed the door. Mr. Tucker, our principal, had to come in and get him. I told Mom that if that was me I would not have acted angry because that gets you in more trouble. But, I did say that I would have been crying. The next day I told mom that the little boy's punishment was to scrub doors for the principal. Mom said, "aint nothing like Catholic discipline". I don't know what that means but she was laughing. I have been praying for a little girl at my school that has cancer. Her name is Sara Beth and I'd like each of you to pray for her as well. Her brother is Luke and he is also in Kindergarten. Lately, Aniston wants to do whatever I am doing and sometimes it drives me up the wall. So, we color a lot together at my table.

A Video- Country Music Here I Come....

School Is Cool

I have settled all in to the Kindergarten thing. I am going to bed between 8-9 because I am so tired. I like recess the most but snow cone Wednesday comes in for a close second. I enjoyed Daddy having lunch with me a couple weeks ago. I crack Mom up telling about my day. Of course, there is always something that was "boring". I am reading and working hard at learning new words. I found one of Aniston's little board books and read some on each page. I love singing and teaching Aniston new songs on the way home from school. A couple days I have been starving when Mom picks me up so I bed her to take me to McDonalds or Sonic. I have the best Mom she always takes me wherever I want to go. Probably because she misses me so much.One day Papa even came with Mom to pick me up and we played in our backyard. We invited him to stay for supper and he said "yes" because it was roast!

Barnyard Friends

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An Update from a Kindergarten Student

I am doing so good and love school. I do get tired so I am going to bed early each night. I think my Mom misses me bunches during the day but my baby sister misses me the most. I love wearing my uniform and also like it that I get two recesses. Some days I eat the cafeteria food and somedays I bring my own lunch. I am adjusting still to being a big school boy but somedays I just want to stay at home with Mom and Anipoo. We went to a nearby playground and had a blast. Mom took some pictures so look for them on this post. We had lots of fun. Aniston is really getting to be a lot of fun to play with. The other night she kept messing in what I was trying to build. When Mom came of out the bathroom I had used her cell phone charger to tie Aniston up with. Sometimes I just need some peace!

Day 4

Luke walked in school by himself this morning. It was harder on me than the first day. As I did what any normal Mom would do (pulled up to make sure he got in his classroom) I realized how he looked so small and yet so big at the same time. He headed right to his door and went in. Although, in the car he said he didn't think he could find it. I reminded him that yesterday I made him walk ahead of me and he did find it okay. It was raining and I didn't want to get Aniston out but also, it was time he go it alone! I drove off with tears running down my face and almost had a wreck when my flip flop hung on the gas. I guess some days at the drop off line are harder than others:( This has been a big change for all of us and it is still very clear that the person who misses you the most Luke is your baby sister. I hope you are having a great day!

Day 2

Didn't go as well as day 1. I had to push you around in your room. We think this is because you are missing Aniston. I have been tearful all morning Luke. I miss you and Aniston misses you. In the evenings there just isn't much time to be a family. But, this is all part of growing up. It is obvious the person that misses you the most is your baby sister. She has walked into every room saying, "bubba bubba bubba". I am sad that you and Aniston don't have much time to play but I am so very thankful for St.Joe and the blessing of having you in a wonderful school that teaches you about Christ. We will all adjust to this even little AniPoo. God Bless you and your teachers! Hope you are having a great day taterbug!

My First day of Kindergarten

I got up and complained of being tired. I complained that my new $50 shoes hurt and my brand new socks were "too white". But, I was excited. Dad, Mom and AniPoo took me to school for my first day. I did so good and eased right into everything. It helped that this is my 3rd year at St.Joe. My teacher is Mrs. Coney and she is really nice. I know a few kids in my class too. My Mom made it out the door before she cried. I am glad I didn't see that because I am so sensitive that I worry about Mom and AniPoo making it without me. I will miss my baby sister so much- but she will miss me more. The pick up line is complete nuts and I know Mom was happy to drive off from school with both her kids. My teacher sent home a note that I did great. Mom asked me a few questions about my day and these were my answers.

Did you enjoy your lunch in the cafeteria? Yes they had round chickens and bread. I ate my fries but they were not as good as McDonalds.

who did you sit by int he cafeteria? A new kid I met and an ole girl with blisters from her new shoes.

Did you take a nap? No they only give you one minute naps in kindergarten and that isn't enough time to even fall asleep. That isn't even enough time for Papa to go to sleep.

What did you learn? Boring Rules

What was your favorite part? 2 recesses

What did you not like? Pick up line and missing Aniston and you Mom

Luke, today was a big day for you and I missed you tons. Even though you went to school everyday last year it is different. Different because you go all day and because I know time will fly from now on. I missed watching you and Aniston play together and getting hugs and kisses from you. I hope you love school though and learn lots because Daddy may have to sell a kidney to pay for all of this okay:)

The joys of having a little boy

It is the simple things, like wearing underwear on my head that I love. Mom, Dad, and Aniston loved it too!

Popsicles and a Camera Crazy Mom

A lunch date and time with Papa

Mom, Ani, and I met Moms' friends Melissa, Jd's Mom, and Bernie for lunch. We went to my fav place- Larry's Pizza. I got to play games and eat pizza. I love Melissa and she gave me money to play games. I love being a big boy and playing in the room all by myself. I even looked out for Ani in there. Afterwards, we met Papa in Menifee and I am spending the night at their house. Yeah!

7 days from now....

You will be in Kindergarten my how the time has flown by. I have been thinking a lot about how quickly you've grown and while I can't stand it there is nothing I can do about it except remember the days that I've enjoyed so much. I thought I would record a few things so that you can read this later on and say, "I did that?"


You came into the world on a cold Christmas Morning a little over a month early. You were the cutest little guy ever and I was disappointed that you were bald and maybe just a teeny disappointed that you had boy parts- but only for one minute because I was in love with you. You and I hung out at our house on Rupert for 3 months then I went back to work for 5 months before we moved into a bigger house, Dad got a new job, and I retired on my 30th birthday to become a stay at home Mom. We hung out some with your Aunt and cousins and it was a challenge with 3 boys that were all under 5!

Winter came and we snuggled and stayed in our Pj's all day. Great memories that I cherish with you. You tottled around the house after your 1st birthday and began talking. We watched TV and took naps in the afternoon. We enjoyed a wonderful Summer swimming and you had the blondest hair and prettiest blue eyes ever. I loved taking you out and about because you always looked so cute. Your cousins introduced you to playworld and chic fil a.

Winter came and you loved riding the grizzly with papa. Papa and you developed a very special relationship. You discovered time out or actually the "nosey corner" for talking back..... obviously nosey corners do not work on you cause you still talk back. We enjoyed another fun filled Summer of Sun and then it was off to Woodland Height Preschool for 2 year olds. You had some issues separating from me and I had more issues separating from you. We managed to get you through graduation and you made some friends that you still have even though they are girls! You mastered some social skills and better yet recess!

We enjoyed another great Summer and you and I stayed up late at night and slept late in the morning. We'd pick up the house and headed outside to the pool. We also played games and read stories. I usually let you sleep in the bed with me making for a very spoiled little boy- hey I knew the time would fly and so what right? We got ready for school at St.Joe 3 yr old preschool. Much to our surprise you cried every day for the first month- you hated it. You embarassed me at the drop off line and I threatened to bust your butt and you finally stopped with the dramatics.

That school year flew by and you were thrilled at the news of becomming a big brother. You wanted a sister from day one and you got one. You finished 3 yr old preschool and you and I enjoyed a month of very special fun times before she arrived. I could not be more proud of the big brother you are to her and she adores you. So as our special days come to a close I am enjoying watching the interaction between you and your baby sister. I guess I haven't done too bad of a job with you Luke cause you are a great kid! Minus the hemangioma, tubes in your ears and missing adenoids you have been a healthy little boy. You have been a good lil athlete too playing soccer and Tball. We are so very blessed and lucky to have you. You make me laugh every single day. I wish we had 5 more years to hang out at the house together but the time has come for you to head out to get educated. I've loved every day of getting to see you grown and being the one to make your breakfast and lunch. I thank God for the opportunity I have had to be at home with you. Thanks also to Daddy for working hard to give us this time together.

But, what I have loved most is watching you and your sister this Summer. So, one day when you read this and appreciate it you tell Daddy that when he thought Mom wasn't doing anything but laundry, surfing the net, and sending texts she was actually doing a few things that counted!

A call from Aunt Mandy

and I guessed right off that she wanted to come get me to spend the night at her house. I was dragging the suitcase out of the closet before Mom got off of the phone with her. It was another great couple days with my cousins. Mom said I couldn't go anywhere else because her and Daddy want to spend time with me before school starts. Mom, Dad, and Aniston picked me up at MeMe and PawPaw's house so we could all swim and have a cookout. Noni and Papa came too. I was so tired I slept on the way home and went right to bed after my bath. All this traveling is hard work.

A call to Papa....

this morning when I woke up I asked Mom if I could call Papa and go spend the night with him. Mom said I could but she wasn't real happy because I've been gone so much. He said sure that he would meet Mom at 1:00 at our meeting spot. So until then I asked every few minutes if it was time. We had a boys night since Noni was out of town at a meeting. I love going to their house!

A weekend with my cousins!

Mom, Aniston, and I went to pick up my cousins yesterday. This time they got to spend 2 nights we had a blast. Last night we went to the bazaar and to see G Force. We loved the movie and had fun at the Bazaar because Dylan won a Mountain Dew and a Goldfish. Mom made us yummy pigs in blankets last night and a huge breakfast this morning. Earlier we went to see Aliens in the Attic and to the Home Depot workshop. They have to go home tomorrow and Aniston and I will be sad. I love that I've gotten to spend lots of time with my cousins this Summer.

Luke... It's your Mommy

Tonight you and had the greatest conversation and I wanted to record every word because it was so special. Everything was quiet in the house and you and I were watching TV in my bed as I cleaned out my jewelry box. You were giving my your opinions on stuff and you seem to be the pack rat not wanting me to throw anything out. You get that from Noni.

There was a bracelet in a little satin bag that you asked me about. You reminded me that once before I told you I had a story about it when you got older. And, you reminded me that 5 1/2 years old is "older". So, I told you that the bracelet was pink and blue and had 2 special charms on it to represent 2 babies that are in heaven because they are angels. You asked me why they went there. I asked you if you remembered the special oranament on our tree. You said yes that I'd bought it for our baby but that baby went to be with Jesus before that Christmas. I was shocked at how well you remembered and even said that baby would always have an ornament on our tree. We talked about people going to heaven and that God is always in control. You said you wished we could have those 2 babies in our house and I told you I did too, but we would see them in heaven and one day we will hold them.

Luke, you were so sweet and had a sad little look on your face but you understood how special the bracelet was. You are getting so big and have such a kind heart. You asked if they were sick and when I told you one was and then you asked if I prayed for God to heal that baby. I told you that I did at first then I prayed for God to give me the strength to accept his will. You said, "God needed the sick baby in heaven"? I said yes he did and one day when I go to heaven I will have 4 kids just like I wanted. You were concerned about being the oldest! It is hard to explain things but somehow you just understood! I love you Luke.

Where am I?

At Papa's house again. This week I am staying 2 nights and I am playing a lot with 2 other little boys. We are playing in dirt, swimming, fishing, and doing boy things. I am having a blast. Papa picked me up yesterday and tomorrow Mom is coming to get me. I've had so much fun this Summer staying somewhere every week but Mom and Dad miss me. Aniston misses me the most! Yesterday before Papa picked me up Mom and I went to buy school supplies. That was so much fun but I got in trouble for throwing stuff in the buggie that wasnt on the list. I'm pretty excited about this Kindergarten stuff.

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Happy Birthday Baby Sister

I love you Aniston!

You had a great party and I am really glad you are my baby sister.

I am at Aunt Mandy's

Today Aunt Mandy and MeMe watched me and Aniston while Mom went to a funeral. I also went home with her and my cousins after swimming. I am staying 3 nights. Mom is working to get everything perfect for Aniston's first birthday party this week. So, my cousins wanted me to stay with them. Who do you think will miss me the most? Mom said it will be Aniston.

My Cousins are here at my house

Today Mom, Aniston, and I went to Menifee to meet Aunt Mandy and MeMe to pick up Dylan and Seth. We have all been excited about them spending the night. I love having them over and so do Mom and Dad. Tonight we went to see Transformers and we all thought it was the coolest movie ever. I will be sad when they have to go home.

What Have I Been Up to You Ask???

Well, I am enjoying my Summer. I haven't spent an entire night at home since summer break started. I stay a couple nights one week with my cousins then with my Papa the next week. I am tying my own shoes and reading 3-4 letter words. Daddy and I work on those things every night that I am at home. I enjoying swimming with Mom and Aniston in the backyard and at MeMe and PawPaw's pool. I think my Mommy is getting a little sad that Summer is half over- ewwww lets not think of that right now. Later I got to go play with AniPoo.

Heads or Chairs???

I insist that when you flip a coin it is heads or chairs that you call. Mom and Dad worked very hard to convince me that it is heads or tails represented on the coins. It took forever for me to concede and admit that maybe they were right. Doesn't my way sound more interesting?

T-Ball is over for now....

And, I am already missing it. I always need other boys to play with you know. Now it will be boring on Saturdays. However, Mommy said she was looking forward to NOT having to go somewhere every Saturday. First there was soccer then baseball overlapped it. Now- well, there is nothing going on. I was upset when Mom washed and packed away my uniform. We had a pizza party after our game where we got trophies and it was a lot of fun. My whole team improved a lot from the first game. My Mom is already saying she can't wait for next season I just wished she'd make up her mind.

Swimming in the backyard.

First it was too cold in the pool, now it is almost to warm outside. At least the water doesn't turn my fingers and lips blue anymore. Aniston actually likes the little pool best. So, Aniston and Mommy stay in it most of the time while I'm in the big pool. I am such a good swimmer that Mom just keeps her eye on me!

Keeping an eye on Aniston

is getting harder and harder these days. I get so excited when she walks to me- I also get really upset when she doesn't. Mom tells me that sometimes she is just lazy and wants to crawl. Over the last couple days I've said some funny things about her.

1. "Mom she is really a lot of trouble could we just put her in the trash can till after dinner please?"

2. "Awwww heck naw girl get outta that cabinet"

3. "Aniston you are about to make a bad choice I'd rethink that if I were you."

4. "Don't even think about taking that Ani Poo"

5. "Mom, I just can't take it anymore I mean I love her but she is tearing up everything in this house." Mom starts laughing then I say, "Mom I mean it it isn't funny, I am gonna have a nervous breakup if she doesn't stop."

I love this little girl so much but she is way more trouble than I was as a baby. If you ask my Mom why she will say "cause Luke was fat and lazy and didn't move alot."

While riding to the store I told Mom that I never wanted Aniston to grow up and I wanted her a baby forever. Mom and I were both sad thinking of her birthday coming up. I even told Mom that God blessed us all and having Aniston was the best gift our family could ever get. I think it made Mom cry a little you know. Then I reminded Mom that our special angel babies in heaven will always stay babies FOREVER and when we get there we can hold and play with them FOREVER. I asked Mom how it was that we love our angel babies but we didn't ever see them. She explained that it was like our love for Jesus and that made total sense to me. I am growing up ya know.

A really scary storm

It was so crazy. I was watching Spongebob when Mom came in the kitchen and looked out the patio door. Next thing I knew she was turning my movie off and cussing because the satellite was out and she couldn't hear the weather. She was really calm and I was really scared. I asked her if I could look out the window and we saw fire in the air from a light pole that broke. All around us was damage so we were very lucky. Every direction from our house there were trees down and people who lost their trampolines, swingsets, and windows. Thank you Jesus for keeping us safe because we didn't have any warning to get in the laundry room (that is our safe spot in our house for storms). Uncle Robert had another loss at his house- that makes 3x in a little over a year- I am praying for him because he is sleeping in his truck right now.

Take my picture Mom

Mom is always willing to take pictures so today I wanted to get a cool pose of myself:)

Scary Luke

Fun in MeMe's pool

Mom brought Aniston to the pool today so we could all swim together. It was a total blast. I was already there because I'd spent the night with Aunt Mandy. I love my cousins..

My old school

Today we were driving by my old school, the one I went to when I was 2 years old and I told Mom that Ani Poo needs to go there when she is 2. Mom said Aniston would probably just go to St.Joe when she is 3. I replied, " well Woodland Heights is where I learned to sing and where I fell in love with Laney." Mom asked me to repeat it and I did. Then she laughed at me- all the way home.

Stickers and Aniston

I decided Ani Poo would look great with stickers tonight. It didn't go so well when Mom had to pull them off of her hair though. She just has too much hair for a baby. I love my baby sister. Today, I told Mom that I wanted her to stay little forever.

Memorial Day

We took pictures at UCA and grilled hamburgers. I am officially on summer break by the way. I have missed my friends at school but I like sleeping late. This was a great day!