Friday, February 18, 2005
Beautiful Boys
J decided to go to Illinois tonight to hang out with some of his softball buddies. So, this morning, I decided to call my brother and see if his boys could come over, since the kids and I were flying solo. I figured any parent, especially the parents of four boys, needed a break sometimes and I haven't had them over in quite some time.
They came over around 7 and my brother and sister-in-law left to go out to dinner. It's now 9 and they're still out so I hope that means they're having a good time. They deserve it. The kids and I stayed at my place and easily polished off two large cheese pizzas. Just to clarify there are currently 6 boys in my house and 1 girl. The baby though has been asleep this entire time.
After eating, they all headed to the new found basement. We've never had a basement with all the apartment living, but this townhouse as a concrete basement currently filled with extra toys and boxes yet unpacked. They found balls, hockey equipment, and the "Slimecano." Don't ever buy your child the Hot Wheels Slimecano. I have never owned a messier toy and believe it or not, the slime stains everything it touches. Hence way it's in the concrete basement.
Then, everyone took turns playing computer games. While one was playing, the rest of us were laying on my family room floor playing "Sponge Bob" board games. These boys are so cool. The oldest, Mike, is probably the most loving child I've met. He was always ready help me, thank me for something, and man if you ever wanted a kiss or hug he'll jump at the chance. The next boy in line, Bill, is so smart. He's always ready to help someone. Even though my daughter knows her way around the computer, he was right there ready to read directions and help her with any game she wanted to play. Third in line is Jim. He is probably one of the most tender hearted kids I know. He is unbelievably patient, at least for his aunt. He always waited for his turn without complaint and was always happy when his turn came up. The youngest, John, tries so hard to keep up with the others. He doesn't do to bad if I may say so myself. This boy is a brute and can play rough with the best of them, but is always ready to play with his younger cousin (a girl no less).
My brother is truly blessed with these boys. Except for the occasional "hush, baby sleeping" the night went off without a hitch. I know seven kids in a three bedroom townhouse may seem like a lot, but with the amount of happiness and love in this house right now... I'll take it any day. Well at least a day after a full nights sleep.
They came over around 7 and my brother and sister-in-law left to go out to dinner. It's now 9 and they're still out so I hope that means they're having a good time. They deserve it. The kids and I stayed at my place and easily polished off two large cheese pizzas. Just to clarify there are currently 6 boys in my house and 1 girl. The baby though has been asleep this entire time.
After eating, they all headed to the new found basement. We've never had a basement with all the apartment living, but this townhouse as a concrete basement currently filled with extra toys and boxes yet unpacked. They found balls, hockey equipment, and the "Slimecano." Don't ever buy your child the Hot Wheels Slimecano. I have never owned a messier toy and believe it or not, the slime stains everything it touches. Hence way it's in the concrete basement.
Then, everyone took turns playing computer games. While one was playing, the rest of us were laying on my family room floor playing "Sponge Bob" board games. These boys are so cool. The oldest, Mike, is probably the most loving child I've met. He was always ready help me, thank me for something, and man if you ever wanted a kiss or hug he'll jump at the chance. The next boy in line, Bill, is so smart. He's always ready to help someone. Even though my daughter knows her way around the computer, he was right there ready to read directions and help her with any game she wanted to play. Third in line is Jim. He is probably one of the most tender hearted kids I know. He is unbelievably patient, at least for his aunt. He always waited for his turn without complaint and was always happy when his turn came up. The youngest, John, tries so hard to keep up with the others. He doesn't do to bad if I may say so myself. This boy is a brute and can play rough with the best of them, but is always ready to play with his younger cousin (a girl no less).
My brother is truly blessed with these boys. Except for the occasional "hush, baby sleeping" the night went off without a hitch. I know seven kids in a three bedroom townhouse may seem like a lot, but with the amount of happiness and love in this house right now... I'll take it any day. Well at least a day after a full nights sleep.
