Remember when I said Nathan was getting interested in tee ball? Here’s a little video from earlier this week. Notice his “practice swing” – he does it every time.
Speaking of softball, the prospect of 10U is on the horizon. Sarah Kate still loves softball, and although Mr. Andi and I believe the league would probably let her play 8U again next year, we don’t think that’s a good idea. The problem is that we aren’t sure she’s ready to play 10U.
We decided it would be good for her to watch a 10U game to see what the reality of it is – wild pitches, walks, getting hit, and stealing – so she and Mr. Andi stayed after her game on Tuesday night so she could watch the late 10U game. Our plan backfired. Not only does she want to play 10U – she thinks she can be pitcher.
We’ve noticed that Nathan seems to “talk” more by singing. The problem is that most of the songs he knows are pop and country that the rest of the family listens to, so… I need suggestions for some songs that won’t drive me nuts for Nathan to learn and sing. It’s gotta be something I can pretend isn’t an annoying kids song. I am fearful that no such thing exists and I’m doomed to a future filled with Laurie Berkner.
Not everyone agrees with me, but I love the umpire that calls the 8U games. He learns all the girls’ names and always keeps his cool, even when we parents yell at him (I am not above some overly exuberant exclamations from time to time 🙂 ). I shot this sweet photo of him tying Sarah Kate’s shoe on Tuesday night.
Have you been reading the Special Needs Sibling Week posts? If not, please take a few minutes to check them out. Shasta has the rundown and the linky over at her place.
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And finally, pray for Gavin.
UPDATE: Please pray for Gavin, but most especially for his family, as the end is nigh.
Have a great weekend!
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My kids and I love kid music by “They Might Be Giants”. It is super fun with silly lyrics but my husband and I are not annoyed listening to them. Even my 11 year old will still listen to them.
I was going to suggest They Might Be Giants, and the Curious George soundtrack by Jack Johnson. My two LOVED that one.
They Might Be Giants is a GREAT suggestion!!! I don’t know why I didn’t think of them myself. I have a song or two on my running playlist already and Sarah Kate requests Istanbul All. The. Time.
“Philadelphia Chickens” CD by Sandra Boynton. I actually miss listening to it now that my kiddos are too old.
I’ll try this. I love Sandra Boynton’s books and book apps. They are my fave kid books.
We just “met Gavin” and his amazing family through the link from Momastery. They are in our thoughts and prayers as he awaits his “final miracle” today. May God bring them comfort through this final journey. It is moments like this which change the day’s perspective… May our own children always feel the love like he has felt.
I really liked your post about wanting to be treated like everyone else… except when we don’t.
I, too, prayed for Gavin. I’m grateful that mom’s want to share their miracles. They have so much to teach and I have so much to learn.
Love the tee ball video!!! My son Colton is 3 and he also learns through music. One of his favorites is Dog Train and it is not overly annoying.
I LOVE that she wants to be pitcher. Good for her for believing in herself and good for you for instilling that. Hope she has a blast with whatever the decision is.
Hi Andi,
Some suggestions for songs for Nathan to sing – how about the ABC song?
Yes, it may drive you crazy, but it might help him learn his ABC’s.
Patriotic – Star Spangled Banner – Nathan will come across this in school someday and this would give him a head start on it.
Any favorite family religious songs – e.g., Amazing Grace?
Just some thoughts.
Your friend,
Bill McCarthy
P.S. Brennan, my 17 year old son with DS, is in the high school choir and he loves it. He even learns songs in Italian, like Nella Fantasia. How did he learn it? He watched the You Tube version over and over again. Maybe Nathan can also do this method. (By the way, go veiw Nella Fantasia and its many versions on You Tube- you will be completely entranced!)
I really liked the post you did about Spread the Word to End the Word. And the one where Sarah Kate’s friend ran with her. Thanks for sharing about Gavin – prayers going out.
I was going to suggest TMBG too. I loved them when they were doing mainstream, and they do kids stuff now, which rocks.
Also, I want to hear Nathan singing James K. Polk.
Ha! When he does I’ll be sure to let you know and post it here. 🙂
Joe Scruggs and Tom Chapin are both fun. Also, I second the Dog Train suggestion.