Cash's version of Jingle Bells

Enjoy Cash's version of Jingle Bells

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

Today I got out of the shower and I heard someone singing. Both Shawn and I laughed because we hadn't heard this one before. Now I feel bad because he must have been practicing for his school "concert" today and since we are driving to so-cal he will miss the concert.

Thankfully- I got him to re-do it so I could share with his grandparents!

Proud moments!

Just wanted to say that Cash had two proud moments this week.
Today- he scored his first Goal in Soccer! Yeah! I didn't see it but his dad said he was so proud!

And on Monday they had a chapel assembly school where they announced the winners from the walk-a-thon. They were awarding all these names and Cash asked his teacher why they didn't call his name and she told him to wait- because she knew they would call his name. It was the end of the awards and they said this little boy must really love our school because he raised the most Cash and his name is CASH. and they announced him and she said he was so proud and beaming and went up and got his award.

The little guy made out!!
Here is a list of his prizes:
Free yogurt @ yogurtland
$2.00 for baskin Robbins
1 free bundtlet from Nothing Bundt Cakes
Free meal at Boston Market
Free meal at the Elephant Bar
$20 certificate for the Old Spaghetti factory
Free play time and buddy pass at Pump It Up
2 qty one day admissions for California Great America- amusement park

Walk-A-Thon 2011 for Santa Clara Christian School

It has been so long since I have posted Cash's escapades. But this one is definitely worth posting.

We moved to California on September 6th. I found this cute little school in Santa Clara, not too far from where our corporate housing is located. Cash goes to the PreK class 3 days a week and is making friends. He seems to really like his class and teachers.

Friday, his school had their fundraiser. It was a walk-a-thon. I was actually really impressed how cute it was and well run. I of course, got teary-eyed just watching these sweet children were so excited and determined to be doing their walk. Cash of course prayed the night before that he would walk 40 laps. That was his goal. A valiant effort, he did 39 laps with minimal complaints. In fact, it wasn't till about lap 37 that he asked me to carry him. I told him I would hold his hand but that it would be cheating if I carried him.  On our way we talked about all the wonderful friends and family that sponsored Cash. It kept us going and on our mission.  Thank you everyone!

Here are some pictures from the awesome morning!

The line up- with their game face

Out of the gates, here they come!

Here is Cash (2nd from right) with his class and teacher Ms. Beck.

The walk-a-thon quickly became a run-a-thon for the first few laps

here's our little runner!

After 15 laps punched on the lanyard, he got an icee- pop

After 25 laps, they got an snow cone break

then the kids were given some creative freedom to go get face painting and hair colors.

As you can see - it was a fun day! Cash had a great time and actually took at nap at school afterwards.

date night phone call

We had a date night last night. The sitter called me. That always makes me nervous, now that the last time we had a sitter and she called to say we needed to come home because Cash was bleeding. Anyway, the sitter said that Cash wanted to tell me something, and when she handed him the phone he said, " Mom, may the Lord bless you and keep you, may He make his face shine upon you, and give you peace forever and ever, Amen!".  Made my night! And I was glad to know he was safe with the Lord in his heart!

Cash's Hawaii Adventure

So one day we went kayaking and there was a swimming hole. Some people were jumping off a cliff and of course Cash said he wanted to do it. So he and his dad scaled the cliff to make the jump. After he did it once in his dads arms, he immediately popped out of that water and asked to do it again!  So here is his solo jump.

some say looks like he is walking on water

look at that smile- tell me he didn't love it.

What birds eat...

Cash was supposed to be taking a nap. And I went in to check on him. He said to me, "birds eat fish and they eat bugs", I agree with him. He proceeds, " they don't eat cookies and hot chocolate".  We laughed because yes of course they don't eat cookies and hot chocolate. He did say however, Blu from the movie RIO ( I think his new favorite movie). " Blu eats cookies and hot chocolate but he doesn't eat fish or bugs." We laughed again!

You're mean

Overheard Cash and Dad talking....
Dad was making Cash clean up his toys....

Cash was upset and said, "dad, you're being mean. You're the boss and I am not!  Dad say's: " that's right!"

a little gardening

I was out in the yard planting flowers and Cash decided to help. He did all the steps. Just forgot to take the plants out of the pots! But he was so cute and determined, I had to capture it!

Riding a bike

Dad took the training wheels off of Cash's bike so that he could learn to ride.
It is great while at the park. Only problem is, now he doesn't want to ride his bike unless it has the training wheels. I guess he needs more practice. He needs to feel more comfortable stopping. Right now he just stops peddling and falls over.

Imagination

Of course Shawn and I think that Cash has an amazing and creative imagination, I am sure who doesn't think that about their child. But, I had a wonderful moment the other day when his teacher says, Cash tells me the most amazing stories but he always tells me when I don't have a chance to write them down. I ask him to remember later and retell them to me but then he get's shy and put on the spot so he wont repeat. But she said one of these days I am going to write down his stories. It's not just Shawn and I who think he is creative and imaginative, his teacher is seeing it too! On another note, I have also been impressed because he generally so far, does not lie. I mean you can tell when it is a story and you can tell when he is telling the truth and he doesn't seem to confuse the two. Which I think is a good thing. I hope. He is really good about just telling us stuff. Matter of fact.

Cash

Cash says the darndest things. I laugh! He is funny. But of course it happens so often I can barely remember to tell you. I find I forget what he said  even though I swear I will remember.  Daddy was out of town this week so it was just Cash & I. On Sunday - the day dad left- it started out great but then it evolved to a crazy disobey mom and mom be cranky fest.  He ran out into the parking lot when I asked him to hold my hand. He was just being all over the place. I always have to remind myself - he is only almost 4. I told him - that is it, we are getting a jar with some rocks. And if you obey, you get rocks, if you disobey, I will take rocks away. And when the jar is full you get a reward. This happened to work because just that morning at Toys R Us we got an Optimus Prime suit (costume) he wanted it opened and I told him NO, not until he fills up his rock jar. So now we have a goal.
After purchasing the rocks, on the drive home I looked in my rear view mirror and Cash was awfully quiet and looking out the window. I asked him what he was thinking about. He said, about running in the parking lot. He didn't verbalize much more, though I probed. But I thought it was kind of cool that he was actually contemplating his actions. At least that is what I perceived was happening.

Regardless, the rock jar has been wonderful all week. And at night he wants a story so I tell him a story about a boy who has a rock jar and when he fills it up he gets a reward. And if he is disobedient he gets rock taken away. I tell him all scenario's as apart of the store. But I love watching his wide eyed smile on his face when at the end of the story Smash (the little boy's name) get's his Optimus Prime costume.

He is getting bigger

Well- it has started, our little boy is growing up, well I guess he was always growing up. He is now starting to take more responsibility for himself. This week he has started to dress himself.  It started at nap time, after his nap he would come down fully clothed in a new outfit. We acknowledged his effort and how we noticed. When asked why he changed his clothes, he said because his clothes were all sweaty.  But this morning was the kicker, this morning at 6:30am when he came down he was fully clothed and ready to have help putting on his shoes. He was ready to start the day. I am very impressed with my little guy for dressing himself.

This weekend we had a family date and headed over to Old McDonald farm....
Here are some photos of Cash from our day. He made a little friend.  He gets along so easily with most kids. And this little girl and him had fun racing...

many baby goats

checking out the horses

feeding the deers

Cash's new friend put him under arrest

Fly High!

Little sluggers

Cash started Lil' Sluggers, to learn how to play baseball. Or so his mom hoped. But he has no interest at all whatsoever in the class. These few pictures show what little interest he has for a moment. The coach even said, he can try one more time but that he hates to admit, this may not be the program for him. When they tell him to go run and get the ball, oh he runs, but when he gets to the ball, he keeps on running. It is all frustrating at the time and then funny later when I reflect on the image of my son just laying on the ground while the other few students in the class are trying to learn.

Trio Blocks

So we got Cash Trio Blocks for Christmas. Well, actually he had some blocks but finally took an interest in building stuff. So we got him more for his collection. And in this photo he built an IronMan or a Robot costume. He thought it was fun. I thought he was clever.

Cash on Christmas

This is out of order- but I forgot to post it.
Here is Cash being so good and patient on Christmas day at his papa and grandma's house.

2011 pictures of Cash

These days if I want Cash to smile- I really have to work hard.

It's been a while

It has been way too long since I have updated Cash's blog. I know there have been so many fun stories that I have missed....
For one, Dad has taught Cash about drawing a mustache on his finger and putting it under his nose. For Christmas a friend gave us some mustache tattoo's and we have promptly put them to good use!