12.13.2009
Fall fun
The leaves were overtaking the back yard so I broke down and raked them. It was quite the project but the kids enjoyed the results. Here are some pics.
A pre-school graduation...
Jaxon had his first ever pre-school graduation last Saturday. Each year his school has a ceremony for those who are graduating and moving on to the next level, I guess it would be considered moving into kindergarten... however they make a spectacle of all the children, by inviting all the parents and family to graduation and making them all sit around for hours and be entertained by parading the children down the isles and singing a lot of anthems.
It went something like this.
We were instructed to be there NO LATER than 3:30, in our seats and ready. In years past people have been late, which is typical, if not expected in Costa Rica. Well this year they were NOT, repeat, NOT waiting around for everyone to get there. They rented the facility from 4-6 and did not have time to wait.
So we all (Giff, Judy, Aaron, the boys and I) manage to arrive by 3:28 give or take, we were not going to be the one's who were late and talked about next year. Then it was time to wait. And wait. And wait. Oh yeah, then we waited some more. Finally, at 4:45, we were allowed to take our seats. The ceremony started by introducing Jaxon's group, who were dressed up in assigned costumes from princesses to Peter Pan. Jaxon was a "mago" which is a wizard or magician. Judy made Jaxon's costume and it turned out so cute. She even found a wand for him that lit up and made magic noises, he was delighted!
So each child was introduced, then they introduced the actual graduates who were adorned in real caps and gowns, quite cute indeed. Then each child sat down and they paraded in the flags of Costa Rica, Guanacaste, and Bagaces up the isle. Then the MC talked and talked and talked. Then they sang the songs of Costa Rica, Guanacaste and Bagaces. THEN they introduced each child AGAIN and had them up to the stage where they were given their "diploma". THEN the paraded the flags down the isle while singing some more. Are you exhausted yet? We sure were.
By the time this hoopla was over it was nearly 5:45, almost time to leave right? WRONG. They had a show you see, a wonderful show for the kids. This consisted of two little people, real little people, dressed as elves and a singing man. The kids really liked it, standing in front of the stage and dancing and singing along. It would have been even better, had it not lasted 45 minutes. Finally, FINALLY, they let us eat, at 6:30, the time we were supposed to be arriving home. The kids were starving and tired, as were the adults. Luckily we were in the first group to eat so we literally ate and ran.
It wasn't THAT bad. Jaxon was adorable and sat in his seat without getting into trouble for a LONG time. But next year, we may just have to be out of town.
Here are some pics of the affair.
Jax and his friend Carlos as Peter Pan
It went something like this.
We were instructed to be there NO LATER than 3:30, in our seats and ready. In years past people have been late, which is typical, if not expected in Costa Rica. Well this year they were NOT, repeat, NOT waiting around for everyone to get there. They rented the facility from 4-6 and did not have time to wait.
So we all (Giff, Judy, Aaron, the boys and I) manage to arrive by 3:28 give or take, we were not going to be the one's who were late and talked about next year. Then it was time to wait. And wait. And wait. Oh yeah, then we waited some more. Finally, at 4:45, we were allowed to take our seats. The ceremony started by introducing Jaxon's group, who were dressed up in assigned costumes from princesses to Peter Pan. Jaxon was a "mago" which is a wizard or magician. Judy made Jaxon's costume and it turned out so cute. She even found a wand for him that lit up and made magic noises, he was delighted!
So each child was introduced, then they introduced the actual graduates who were adorned in real caps and gowns, quite cute indeed. Then each child sat down and they paraded in the flags of Costa Rica, Guanacaste, and Bagaces up the isle. Then the MC talked and talked and talked. Then they sang the songs of Costa Rica, Guanacaste and Bagaces. THEN they introduced each child AGAIN and had them up to the stage where they were given their "diploma". THEN the paraded the flags down the isle while singing some more. Are you exhausted yet? We sure were.
By the time this hoopla was over it was nearly 5:45, almost time to leave right? WRONG. They had a show you see, a wonderful show for the kids. This consisted of two little people, real little people, dressed as elves and a singing man. The kids really liked it, standing in front of the stage and dancing and singing along. It would have been even better, had it not lasted 45 minutes. Finally, FINALLY, they let us eat, at 6:30, the time we were supposed to be arriving home. The kids were starving and tired, as were the adults. Luckily we were in the first group to eat so we literally ate and ran.
It wasn't THAT bad. Jaxon was adorable and sat in his seat without getting into trouble for a LONG time. But next year, we may just have to be out of town.
Here are some pics of the affair.
My little Mago
Jax and his friend Carlos as Peter Pan
11.23.2009
A happy birthday
Well Jax turned 4 on Sunday...it seems like yesterday that I spent thanksgiving in the hospital with Aaron, my mom and Shelby...nothing was open for dinner except one of those all night diners so Shelby and Aaron brought back Chicken strips and french fries for our turkey day feast! They also managed to smuggle in a six-pack to celebrate in style:) I can't believe its been four years. Go hug a kid, they grow up too fast.
This year for Jaxon's birthday I took him horseback riding then came home and Judy brought over a delicious homemade chocolate cake with vanilla frosting (per his request...next year he would like a vanilla cake with chocolate frosting) and she put some crushed mints on top which made it very festive and extremely fantastic! We had cake and ice cream, opened some presents and enjoyed the day with family and friends.
Here are some then and now pictures of my boy.
First Birthday in Leesburg, VA
Second Birthday in Costa Rica
3rd Birthday in Wyoming
4th Birthday, in Costa Rica again
This year for Jaxon's birthday I took him horseback riding then came home and Judy brought over a delicious homemade chocolate cake with vanilla frosting (per his request...next year he would like a vanilla cake with chocolate frosting) and she put some crushed mints on top which made it very festive and extremely fantastic! We had cake and ice cream, opened some presents and enjoyed the day with family and friends.
Here are some then and now pictures of my boy.
Jaxon's day of birth, November 22, 2005
First Birthday in Leesburg, VA
Second Birthday in Costa Rica
3rd Birthday in Wyoming
4th Birthday, in Costa Rica again
WE LOVE YOU JAXON DAVIS MAST!!!!!
10.30.2009
A home welcoming
So while we were in the states and Aaron was home alone he was very busy getting the house ready to surprise me when I got home!! One disadvantage of living in Costa Rica is the lack of shopping, if you want descent furniture you have to pay for imported stuff which runs about 2x as much as in the states... Or...you have Marvin make it. Marvin works for Giff and is unbelievable in his craft. So since we moved Aaron has been designing what we need and having Marvin whip it up...all of the woods are from trees from this farm and they are unbelievably beautiful. Here is what I returned to!!
Beautiful candle holders throughout my bedroom!!
Awesome bar stools
Sofa, chair and tables
HORRAY!!! THANKS LOVE, YOU ARE THE BEST:):):)
Two rolling storage boxes
Beautiful candle holders throughout my bedroom!!
Awesome bar stools
Sofa, chair and tables
HORRAY!!! THANKS LOVE, YOU ARE THE BEST:):):)
10.26.2009
Once there was a #4 and now there are no more...
No more locks that is...its a sad day, Riley got his very first hair cut yesterday... I cried of course. His beautiful blond locks were divine, they curled, they twisted, they made you wanna run your fingers thru them. Unfortunately they were dripping wet daily since we have been back home and I couldn't bear to see him sweat so much. With the decision made, Aaron pulled out the clippers and a #4 and off it went. Of course I saved a bit of it...here are some photos of the devastation.
DURING (he actually enjoyed it)
AFTER
BEFORE
DURING (he actually enjoyed it)
AFTER
10.06.2009
Snow...in October?
Okay okay snow in October is not unheard of but come on, in the first week? EESH!! We were totally not prepared to get snow on this trip, however it turned out to be a lot of fun!
Yesterday morning after the big snow fall (I would say we got about 6") Jax and I bundled up to shovel the driveway. As I was laboring, heaving the heavy wet snow up up and away, Jaxon was behind me shoveling the grass, making sure to land his pile right where I had just cleared...So I asked him, "Jax, why don't you stop shoveling the grass and come help me with the driveway." To which he replied, "No cuz I LOVE (big emphasis on the word love here) to shovel the grass. When my dad was a kid he loved to shovel grass too." And there ya have it. Question answered.
After the driveway was all set we decided to take advantage of the wet snow and make a snowman. I don't know the last time any of you made a snowman but let me tell you, it is not easy. I tried the process of rolling the ball around but it basically broke and blobbed...so it was a pieced together snowman...while I was slaving away Jaxon was next to me balling and throwing snowballs at me the whole time, each one came with a signature Jaxon grunt as he chucked them at me...it was pretty funny.
The wet snow had taken its toll on many trees so we snagged some branches off of a fallen limb for arms and borrowed some leaves and flowers from moms once pretty, now soggy plants...all in all it was a fun day and our snowman turned out okay:)
Last night we went on a boot hunt so today we were able to a bit of sunshine while playing in the snow! Riley really really really enjoyed eating the snow and just sort of stood there with a snowball in his hand eating away while Jax made snow angels and ran around.
Here are some pics of our snow fun!!
This was around midnight, notice the tree hanging even more...
Monday morning, snow hovering over car...really there is a car under there!
Riley eating the snow...yum!
"Mom can you come a little closer?"
Running Jump
Yesterday morning after the big snow fall (I would say we got about 6") Jax and I bundled up to shovel the driveway. As I was laboring, heaving the heavy wet snow up up and away, Jaxon was behind me shoveling the grass, making sure to land his pile right where I had just cleared...So I asked him, "Jax, why don't you stop shoveling the grass and come help me with the driveway." To which he replied, "No cuz I LOVE (big emphasis on the word love here) to shovel the grass. When my dad was a kid he loved to shovel grass too." And there ya have it. Question answered.
After the driveway was all set we decided to take advantage of the wet snow and make a snowman. I don't know the last time any of you made a snowman but let me tell you, it is not easy. I tried the process of rolling the ball around but it basically broke and blobbed...so it was a pieced together snowman...while I was slaving away Jaxon was next to me balling and throwing snowballs at me the whole time, each one came with a signature Jaxon grunt as he chucked them at me...it was pretty funny.
The wet snow had taken its toll on many trees so we snagged some branches off of a fallen limb for arms and borrowed some leaves and flowers from moms once pretty, now soggy plants...all in all it was a fun day and our snowman turned out okay:)
Last night we went on a boot hunt so today we were able to a bit of sunshine while playing in the snow! Riley really really really enjoyed eating the snow and just sort of stood there with a snowball in his hand eating away while Jax made snow angels and ran around.
Here are some pics of our snow fun!!
Take a look at the tree hanging over the driveway...this is early Sunday evening.
This was around midnight, notice the tree hanging even more...
Monday morning, snow hovering over car...really there is a car under there!
Our snowman!!
Riley eating the snow...yum!
"Mom can you come a little closer?"
Running Jump
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