The WV Niessners

Sunday, April 28, 2013

Thursday, April 18, 2013

Periodically, I like to share some of the things the girls are doing. Sometimes they are into something new, while other times they still are enjoying the same old things. Regardless of what is going on with them, it usually is one helluva ride. I would have to admit at times they get the better of me, but at the end of the day, I am happy with the relationship that we share. It isn't perfect, but it doesn't have to be. I know I could do better and sometimes it is just trial and error. Lately, I feel like I have leaned more towards errors. I got great advice recently in dealing with some of their issues and frankly, mine. For me, I understand my reactions better, for them, well let's just say, 7 and 4. All of that sums it up for me. I digress, onto my post and those smart, beautiful, wonderful, funny, wild, and crazy girls.

Drea:

Drea has recently discovered youtube. This can be scary because there is a lot of stuff out there that I do not want her to see. At the same time with monitoring her, it hasn't been bad. She has been watching two things, how to play Super Mario and Monster High.

The funny thing about the Monster High video watching is there are tons of videos of kids playing and acting out scenes with their dolls. So of course Drea had to do it too. She has her own "Monster High Movie", on youtube now. It is like 14 parts long, if you care to view it, let me know and I'll send you a link...make sure you have popcorn.

I am a list person. I always have a grocery list. On occasion someone will add things to the list. My cousin, Kristi, always adds, a cat, kitten, puppy, or dog. Jody adds, well, I can't really say what she adds, this is a family blog. Trust me she adds items. I guess Drea wanted to get in on the act. I was going though my shopping list and added in purple marker were three words....Monster High Dolls.

Drea is still quite the artist. She loves art more then any other specialist at school. She is always excited when our kiwicrate comes every month. She has gone to the Starving Artist in Clarksburg several times to painting class. She just amazes me.

Charlotte:

Charlotte certainly beats her drum to a different beat. This week at preschool, they asked the kids what they wanted to be when they grew up. Every kid in her class answered, doctor, vet, policeman, trooper, etc...real jobs. Charlotte's response, "Ariel"

Charlotte is always carrying something, somewhere. She is always packing a bag and taking things with her. Today, it was a big doll, two monster high dolls, a kangaroo, a raccoon, a movie, and a ruler. She is like a bag lady, sometimes without the bag. Luckily she carries a backpack to school. She never forgets what she brings either. I do not how many times we get in the car and she says, "Wait, we forgot...blah, blah, blah...insert whatever item.

She is a smart cookie. She struggles with her letters, letter sounds, and numbers still, but she is pretty witty and knows alot. One of my favorite things she struggles with is her speech. Don't get me wrong, I do want her to get better and I know she will, but it is so cute. She still says, Goggie, instead of doggie. My favorite one recently is Moe-ma-got. Which simply means she forgot. Another reason, I like it so much is probably because it sounds like she is cursing. Then again, it is Charlotte so she probably is cursing.

I wrestle around with the girls quite often and it has come to my attention that Charlotte is tough, but also quite mean. She has no problem being rough. Without fail, she always, pulls my ears and beard. She certainly has no problem handling herself.

Both Girls:

Since I am writing about wrestling around with the girls, I figured now is a good time to talk about our tickle fights. I've written about them before... http://wvniessners.blogspot.com/2012/07/the-girls.html ... and now the game has evolved into so much more. The girls don't even call it tickle fight anymore. It is now called Run Tickle. The game also includes a safe zone and things I can not do as the tickler. My favorite part, is when they want their friends and cousins to play. I guess it's that fun.

They adore jumping on my bed. I think it is more of jumping on the bed and trying to see themselves in the mirror. Or jumping on the bed, looking in the mirror and singing.

I officially have more stuffed animals in my room, then they have in their rooms. I have a nice collection on my night stand.

My absolute favorite thing they both are doing, is when they call to talk to me, they tell me how much they miss me. It melts my heart.

So for those of you that are not on circles, I will share this video of the girls searching for gold on St. Patrick's Day. They are funny, and I still haven't figured out why girls scream when they are excited....Enjoy!

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Charlotte turns Four

Obviously, all kids are different from one another, and Drea and Charlotte are no exceptation. So when it came time to plan Charlotte's party it came as no surprise when she wanted a karate party. Charlotte and Drea went to a party at Casey's ATA in Morgantown and Charlotte had such a great time she wanted to do it again. What was surprising was Charlotte acted all shy when she first got there and it took her awhile to get comfortable. Then again, she does do that on occasion. Either way she adjusted and had a wonderful time.

Charlotte, outside before her party....posing of course

You can't catch me

Karate Kick!

Breaking boards...first, Drea....

....then Barrett...

....and finally Tyler...Charlotte did this once or twice and I did not get a picture

Running the obstacle course....the balance beam

....and another part of the course....not sure what these were called,
but they had to step on them and keep their balance

Eating at the party

Charlotte excited about her gifts...too cute

Keeping the ballons from hitting the ground

I did not get any pictures of us playing with the parachute. That was a bunch of fun which included many of adults. After parachute play we had a giant dodge ball game. That was entertaining. It was the kids and women against the men. No need to mention the outcome because you know who won. I would say that Charlotte's party was a success and everyone seemed to have a great time.

Monday, February 25, 2013

This is what I want to see on the news

So a couple of things. One, I discovered how to post videos and I am loving it. Two, this has nothing to do with me or the girls. Three, I just loved this story and thought it was worth sharing. I find it refreshing to see something like this on the news and it really makes me feel good. Four, and yes I cried.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Chris Tomlin

I recently had a conversation with a friend about Chris Tomlin. My thought is you can't be a Christian and not like his music. My friend disagreed and told me she couldn't stand him. I know right, what's that about. It doesn't matter who is right (me),but either way I wound up with Chris Tomlin's Burning Lights CD. Love it. Just like most CDs there were songs that I liked more then others, however now I just like the whole thing. I thought I would share one of the songs I was really into lately.

I hope you enjoy it as much as I do....take four minutes out of your day and really listen to the words, I think you will find it amazing. Plus you will see how right I am...only kidding.