Grant is learning and growing so fast! Every day he amazes me! Here are a few of the things he has been doing lately. If you don't like people who brag about their kids, then stop reading this post!
* Grant does a wonderful job counting to 10. He usually starts out 3, 2, 3 then needs help with 4 and sometimes 7. Other than that, he's totally got it down!
* Grant loves his A, B, C's. He tries to sign them and this is usually how he recites them with me...
G- A,B,C,D
M- E, F,
G- G,H, I
M- J,K,
G- M,O,P
M-Q,R
G- S, T, U
M-V, W, X, Y, Z
* When you ask Grant what color something is, he automatically answers red. But if you ask him to really look at the color he does a pretty good job. One day, we were playing with playdough and he saw some dots on the box, it shocked me when he started to list the colors...and he was right! It went like this, "Boo, bwack, pink, green, lellow, boo." Wow!
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Playing Catch up
Here are some cute pix of Grant that I have been meaning to post for a while.
When Nae Nae came to help us move, she brought Grant a Nemo backpack that you can also pull. He loved it! One day when I was packing his room up, he found his old beach hat (yes it is way too small) and put it right on. He then said, "I go to school." I asked him to say cheese for the camera and he definitely followed my instructions.
Grant has loved "going" to school. He will get his bag and go to the front door and stay there for a few seconds then he "comes home" .
Oh how I love hearing what this sweet boy learned at "school". He learns a lot about cows, horses and bolphins (dolphins). Apparently, he also gets to ride a school bus. Who knew?!?!
Shortly after we got Grant's fish, he found the fish food. He seriously only had it for like 10-15 seconds before I followed him and this is what I found. All I could do was start to laugh hysterically. The lid was on tight! How can this little bug be so clever?!?! I think he was surprised at my reaction but he started laughing too.
He did a great job helping me clean up the mess.
What an amazing boy!
When Nae Nae came to help us move, she brought Grant a Nemo backpack that you can also pull. He loved it! One day when I was packing his room up, he found his old beach hat (yes it is way too small) and put it right on. He then said, "I go to school." I asked him to say cheese for the camera and he definitely followed my instructions.
Grant has loved "going" to school. He will get his bag and go to the front door and stay there for a few seconds then he "comes home" .
Oh how I love hearing what this sweet boy learned at "school". He learns a lot about cows, horses and bolphins (dolphins). Apparently, he also gets to ride a school bus. Who knew?!?!
Shortly after we got Grant's fish, he found the fish food. He seriously only had it for like 10-15 seconds before I followed him and this is what I found. All I could do was start to laugh hysterically. The lid was on tight! How can this little bug be so clever?!?! I think he was surprised at my reaction but he started laughing too. 
He did a great job helping me clean up the mess.
What an amazing boy!
Thursday, February 14, 2008
FINALLY
We are back! I have wanted to post something for the past few days but for some reason my computer wouldn't let me log into my blog to post anything. How annoying! Well, we are all settled. Grant seems to love it here and he especially enjoys his outdoor play area. We have met some great people and feel so at home. We definitely couldn't have made the move without Nae Nae. Grant now calls her "Mommy Nae Nae". It is so nice to have family that is willing to take time and spend money to come out and see us and help out. Papa even flew out for a few days and Grant thought it was so great to have him here. Grant still goes into our room and lifts up the covers and calls their names. So cute and so sad at the same time!
Managing at the new complex is going pretty good. We have had to deal with some unpleasant stuff. There was a man sleeping in our laundry rooms and utility room. Every morning we would find something unpleasant that he left us (urine or feces). Now, I know that it is part of life but does it have to be done on the laundry room floor or on walls? No, I think not! These kinds of presents and pregnancy don't mix. Trying to clean it up gave me the opportunity to discover some great bushes and trees. :-) Luckily, we have a great maintenance guy who tried to take care of everything with clorox and a power sprayer. Overall though, it has been great! We definitely couldn't be doing this without all of the help of Tyler and Cheer...thanks for all of the training, Cheer! Oh, and we must thank the police for their assistance late last night in making our night time visitor leave. A good time is had by all when you visit our apartment complex.
Seriously though, we will definitely get some pictures up soon. There is just a lot going on these days. In the meantime, here are some cute pix of Grant and his buddy, Isaac (from our old ward). Grant is constantly asking to see Isaac. It is too cute. And yes, Grant is still in his PJ's!
Managing at the new complex is going pretty good. We have had to deal with some unpleasant stuff. There was a man sleeping in our laundry rooms and utility room. Every morning we would find something unpleasant that he left us (urine or feces). Now, I know that it is part of life but does it have to be done on the laundry room floor or on walls? No, I think not! These kinds of presents and pregnancy don't mix. Trying to clean it up gave me the opportunity to discover some great bushes and trees. :-) Luckily, we have a great maintenance guy who tried to take care of everything with clorox and a power sprayer. Overall though, it has been great! We definitely couldn't be doing this without all of the help of Tyler and Cheer...thanks for all of the training, Cheer! Oh, and we must thank the police for their assistance late last night in making our night time visitor leave. A good time is had by all when you visit our apartment complex.
Seriously though, we will definitely get some pictures up soon. There is just a lot going on these days. In the meantime, here are some cute pix of Grant and his buddy, Isaac (from our old ward). Grant is constantly asking to see Isaac. It is too cute. And yes, Grant is still in his PJ's!
Sunday, January 27, 2008
Greatly Missed
We just heard about the passing of Pres. Hinckley. We can't imagine the world without him! It is hard to know how to feel. He will be greatly missed but at least he can be with his sweet wife again.
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Tag- and I guess I'm it!
I don't usually follow through with tags because I hate answering the questions but when it is about my handsome husband I can break out of my comfort zone.
What is his name? Adam Joel Barrow
How long have you been together? Hmmm, tough one! We met in 7th grade. In 8th grade I went home and told my mom I was going to marry him. We were really good friends in high school and college. We didn't really date we would just hang out. Then 2 weeks before his mission- he kissed me! What?!?! I know! The day after he got home from his mission (July 2003) we were together all the time, got engaged November 1st 2003 and were married 6 months later. Long story I know...and so to answer the question..."officially together" for 4 1/2 years.
How long did you date? Read the answer above and you decide.
How old his he? 25 (although he never remembers and has to ask me)
Who eats more? It depends on what we are eating. If it is ice cream I win hands down. And of course when I am pregnant and not throwing everything up, I can give him a run for his money. He would say he eats more because I always make him finish my food if I don't want it.
Who said I love you first? We said it at exactly the same time. Psyche! We don't remember. It was probably me since I stalked him for like 20 years.
Who is taller? Are you serious? Adam! I think I might fall into the "little people" category.
Who can sing better? I'd have to say me since Adam just mouths the words and no sound actually comes out.
Who is smarter? I would say Adam. I am so amazed at how smart he is. He already has his Masters degree and has completed all of his CPA exams while working and spending time with his family. He also gets stellar grades on everything! I am pretty sure Grant got his daddy's "smart" genes. Thank goodness!
Who does the laundry? I do. I am sure Adam would be willing to help but he can't live down the fact that he shrunk my Shabby Apple dress (girls, you have to check them out: http://www.shabbyapple.com/). Oh how I miss that dress...and the 88bucks Adam spent on it. Guess it is a good thing he was the one that ruined it and not me.
Who pays the bills? We both do. I pay the majority of the bills but Adam takes care of his own credit card.
Who sleeps in the right side? If you are laying in the bed, I do. We have switched a lot though. It all depends on what side is closer to the baby.
Who mows the lawn? We both enjoy mowing the lawn. Adam had to fight me to mow it when we lived at my parents, even though it was about 100 degrees outside and I was 8 months pregnant.
Who cooks dinner? I do. Although, Adam is very helpful when I am pregnant and can't stand the sight or smell of most food.
Who is more stubborn? My poor husband...I am! Adam is so calm and I don't think he has one stubborn bone in him. I am so lucky!
Who kissed who first? He did but if he hadn't I would have planted one on him!
Who asked who out first? I asked Adam to Husky Howl our senior year and it was the best date ever!
Who proposed? Adam did and he was so creative! I thought he would never get that blasted ring!
Who has more friends? Good question. Everyone loves Adam so I would say he has more friends.
Who is more sensitive? Can you hear me laughing? I am. Once again, poor Adam!
Who has more siblings? Adam- oldest of 4 boys. I have an older brother.
Who wears the pants? Probably me but I wouldn't mind if Adam tried on a pair once in a while.
I tag: Megan H., Kristy, Kendra, Courtney and Erin (but don't feel obligated) :-)
What is his name? Adam Joel Barrow
How long have you been together? Hmmm, tough one! We met in 7th grade. In 8th grade I went home and told my mom I was going to marry him. We were really good friends in high school and college. We didn't really date we would just hang out. Then 2 weeks before his mission- he kissed me! What?!?! I know! The day after he got home from his mission (July 2003) we were together all the time, got engaged November 1st 2003 and were married 6 months later. Long story I know...and so to answer the question..."officially together" for 4 1/2 years.
How long did you date? Read the answer above and you decide.
How old his he? 25 (although he never remembers and has to ask me)
Who eats more? It depends on what we are eating. If it is ice cream I win hands down. And of course when I am pregnant and not throwing everything up, I can give him a run for his money. He would say he eats more because I always make him finish my food if I don't want it.
Who said I love you first? We said it at exactly the same time. Psyche! We don't remember. It was probably me since I stalked him for like 20 years.
Who is taller? Are you serious? Adam! I think I might fall into the "little people" category.
Who can sing better? I'd have to say me since Adam just mouths the words and no sound actually comes out.
Who is smarter? I would say Adam. I am so amazed at how smart he is. He already has his Masters degree and has completed all of his CPA exams while working and spending time with his family. He also gets stellar grades on everything! I am pretty sure Grant got his daddy's "smart" genes. Thank goodness!
Who does the laundry? I do. I am sure Adam would be willing to help but he can't live down the fact that he shrunk my Shabby Apple dress (girls, you have to check them out: http://www.shabbyapple.com/). Oh how I miss that dress...and the 88bucks Adam spent on it. Guess it is a good thing he was the one that ruined it and not me.
Who pays the bills? We both do. I pay the majority of the bills but Adam takes care of his own credit card.
Who sleeps in the right side? If you are laying in the bed, I do. We have switched a lot though. It all depends on what side is closer to the baby.
Who mows the lawn? We both enjoy mowing the lawn. Adam had to fight me to mow it when we lived at my parents, even though it was about 100 degrees outside and I was 8 months pregnant.
Who cooks dinner? I do. Although, Adam is very helpful when I am pregnant and can't stand the sight or smell of most food.
Who is more stubborn? My poor husband...I am! Adam is so calm and I don't think he has one stubborn bone in him. I am so lucky!
Who kissed who first? He did but if he hadn't I would have planted one on him!
Who asked who out first? I asked Adam to Husky Howl our senior year and it was the best date ever!
Who proposed? Adam did and he was so creative! I thought he would never get that blasted ring!
Who has more friends? Good question. Everyone loves Adam so I would say he has more friends.
Who is more sensitive? Can you hear me laughing? I am. Once again, poor Adam!
Who has more siblings? Adam- oldest of 4 boys. I have an older brother.
Who wears the pants? Probably me but I wouldn't mind if Adam tried on a pair once in a while.
I tag: Megan H., Kristy, Kendra, Courtney and Erin (but don't feel obligated) :-)
Thursday, January 17, 2008
Movin' on up...
Yes, we are moving up a few cities. Moving up in apartment size? Not so much. But hey, it has a "yard". A cement one that is but at least Grant can go outside in a fenced area and ride bikes, kick balls, whatever his little heart desires! And we can bbq...Wahoo! So anyway, there probably won't be any posts for a while because I only have 2 weeks to pack and move. We accepted a different managing position. The great thing with the new job is that we get free rent plus cash on top of that. That deserves another WAHOO!
Saturday, January 12, 2008
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