Photo A Day Challenge: SOMEONE YOU TALKED TO TODAY

Dear Daddy, pt. 1

Hey, guys. Izacc here. I want to write a letter to my Dad because he is far away and I miss him a lot. Since he wasn’t here today, Mommy and I took a bunch of pictures to help him feel a little like he was here.

The morning started with some cartoons and some of this

I really like the letter cereal and ate me a whole bunch of it this morning. And afternoon. Okay, I had two bowls for lunch too, okay? I said I like it!

This was a new box this morning…

Mom says it’s a good this cereal is only a dollar, whatever that means…

Okay, so while I was enjoying my lunch of delicious cereal, Mommy and Ian had some of this

Shells and cheese. Blauck! Not for me!!

Oh and did I mention that I finished off all the fruit punch packets for you? Yeah, I just kept filling up my cup and pouring a whole packet in. Mommy didn’t realize I was doing it and when she did, I told her that “when Daddy finds out I drank all his soda he is going to be so proud of me.” Direct quote.

So then Ian and I took a nap. I don’t know what Mommy did while we were sleeping, but I’m sure it was fun because when I woke up, her whole bed was full of piles and piles of folded clothes.

So many that I couldn’t see the TV! I told her to move them.

Then we watched some more cartoons and had some licorice. It was fun, except Mommy kept taking the licorice away from me! So when she was cleaning up Ian’s room,

I took the bag and finished it off!

She didn’t even know! I am so sneaky!!

Well, after that I was hungry for some dinner. So Mommy made me some noodles.

Tuna casserole.

Wait, what? That’s not what she told ME!

Oh well, I ate it anyway.

Covered in Parmesan cheese of course.

Just like yesterday, remember?

Mmmmm…parmesean hot dogs…mmmmm…

Anyway, Ian had noodles too.

But he also had green beans and something else Mommy made.

I do not like green beans! Mommy offered me peas and I said “No that’s just gross!”

Then I decided I hadn’t danced all day! So I told Mommy to turn on Kids Place Live and I danced

and ate

and ate

and danced

Ian enjoyed his dinner, I think

he kept rubbing his nose and making a big mess on his face.

And he’s been drinking out of my cup all day! Mommy tells me that I am a big boy and I don’t need it anymore, but when she’s not looking, I drink out of it too. Shhh! Don’t tell her okay?

So after dinner we loaded the dishwasher

And Ian and I took a bath.

While I finished my bath, Mommy put Ian to bed.

Daddy! Did you know Ian has Spongebob teeth just like me?!

I saw them in the mirror (again) today!

He said “Baa” which means goodnight Daddy, I love you.

I just know it.

Well, then Mommy and me went to my room to clean up. Ian and I played in here today and it was fun.

I beat Mommy putting my toys away! I was so fast!

Then Mommy let me hang up my own shirts!

I’m getting pretty good!

See?

So all my animals are ready for bed

I read Mommy a story about “a Mommy and a Daddy and her went in the dark and a wolf, a very creature come. And her was very, very nice and her carry you and then her made it to your home. Daddy went in the dark and there was a very wild animal. And then he sting Izacc and Daddy carried him home and he was a good Daddy. The end

So, how do you like that story I read?”

It was a good story.

Well Daddy, I’m going to bed now. I will talk to you tomorrow.

I love you and miss you.

Goodnight.

30 Days of Thanks #1

I AM THANKFUL FOR MY FAMILY.

My parents are amazing people. They have been married for 31 years and live to tell the tale! They raised 4 kids and have taught us many, many life lessons. We may not always see eye to eye, but that's what makes life interesting. How boring would it be if we were all the same?!

Dad- You are strong and smart and have an amazing sense of humor. You have always been the selfless example of how to be generous and kind, no matter the cost. You would give you the shirt off your back and not think twice about it. And you are the best Papa in the entire world! Believe me, I've asked around! Thank you for all you've done for us and continue to do for us. We love you!

Mom- You are a shining example of love and kindness. You are always so sweet and thoughtful. You've taught me so many important values and skills important to being a wife and mother. You are my best friend and I am so glad that I always have you to cry on your shoulder, laugh with and just be there. You've given me so many good traits and I love you more than anything!

Thompson- I don't even know where to begin. You are the love of my life. You support our family so selflessly and work so so hard. You are funny and so smart. You've meshed so well with my parents and siblings and you are a supa-doopa daddy. Izacc and Ian love you so much and love it when you are around. You know how to make us all smile and you've been so patient with me these last six months. You're the best!

Brock- You have always been my friend, my brother, my buddy. We used to play the greatest games together. We grew up together and I couldn't have asked for a better playmate. You've started an amazing family and I am so proud of the man you've become. You are so funny and hardworking. You really work so hard and I worry that you never have fun. Remember that you still need time to play!!

Sevena- Brock really found his soulmate in you. You two couldn't be more perfect for each other. Not to be cheesy, but you complete one another. You've added so much to our family. You're very talented. You can paint and draw and play piano and sing and you make a mean birthday cake! You're very sweet and intellegent. I love your babies! Thank you for being you!

Spencer- You and I have always been very similar. We laugh at the same jokes, we like the same movies, we have the same taste in food. We've always gotten along the best and also had the greatest of fights. Being similar means the same things set us off, right? No matter how much fighting and yelling and throwing (remember those days?) occurs, we always have the unique ability to forgive and forget. Thank you for that. We used to stay up all hours of the night and play Playstation and roadtrips with you were the best. You are such a great uncle. You're funny and kind and have so much to give. Please remember how much you have to offer and never sell yourself short. Ha ha, short? You? Ha ha. I love you.

Nicole- You bring a lot to our family and we're glad there's you. You make Spencer so happy and you've become quite the wife. You are always willing to help anybody, which is a huge asset to everyone you're around. You are a fun aunt and my kids love you. It's good to know that you will always be there. For all the times you've watched my kids and helped me out in any way, I thank you.

Ben- Aw little Ben. You are such a great example. You are so cool. It's true. Nothing seems to get to you and you always have a level head about you, unless someone insults UW that is. All joking aside, you are so trustworthy and kind and honest, perhaps too honest. You are the greatest missionary in the whole state of Mississippi and surrounding areas. You're a fun uncle and brother. We love you so much and can't wait to see you in 8 months!!!

I also have wonderful in-laws who are so giving and kind and it's just so great to be surrounded with the family I have. My support system is fabulous and I thank my Heavenly Father every day for everyone in my sweet, sweet family.