Back to school

On Thursday Mommy helped out in Drew's preschool class. What a crazy day! It was really fun to see what Drew does in school, but Mommy would go crazy being there everyday. It was chaotic! Drew was the line leader for the day. He is so proud when he is a "star helper". They also celebrated his Birthday. He wore the crown the whole day. Last year he wouldn't even keep the crown on during school.

After school we went through the drive thru at McDonald's. The wonderful man who is always in the window called Drew by his name. It was written on his crown. Mommy asked Drew how the man knew Drew's name and Drew replied, "Because we come here so much?" Sad, but true.

Drew had his 4 year check up. He is 40 1/4 inches tall (50%) and 35 pounds (45%). Overall healthy. The nurse was impressed with his vision test because Drew would saw AN apple and A house. Apparently he used the correct form of "A" and "An" for the whole test. We have never talked about that so who knows where he learned it. They took blood and checked his cholesterol which was 168. Good news, since Mommy's has been high her whole life. Daddy's is OK.

Last night we went to the Mall of America to have "Bubble Gumps" for Drew's Birthday. They sang to him. We then went on a couple rides. Drew was mad because by the time we got to Lego land they were putting away the Lego's for the night. He kept saying,"I am not happy!"

Today Mommy and Daddy gave blood while Drew hung out with Mimi and Joey. Then we went to an open house at Otten Bros Nursery. We saw Santa. Drew asked for a packer garbage truck for himself and a new camera for Mommy. What a guy! We did some crafts and went on a horse drawn wagon ride. Drew is now napping.

And now he's 4!

Do I look 4 now?

Drew had a wonderful Birthday! We celebrated with a party on Sunday at Mimi and Papa's house. Drew picked the " Hot Wheels" theme. He insisted on NO balloons. Not really sure why. He also didn't want to go to Sunday school the morning of his party because "Sunday school is boring." He claims they watch the same video every time.

Drew received lots of fun and noisy toys! I think he got every board game made for preschoolers. He loves them all! He also added to his collection of trucks. He loves all his "loot".

On his actual Birthday, Drew and Mommy went to the Mall of America. They give you a free all day ride pass for your day. He also got a coupon book with some free offers, like a cookie and dippin dots. Drew took Mommy on the swings for her first time on the ride. The first time was OK, but after the second time, Mommy had to say NO MORE! Next time Mommy goes to the mall she'll have to take Dramamine first! We played in Lego land, had lunch, did some shopping and some wandering. Drew got to pick everything he did for his special day. His first pick...No nap. For dinner Mommy, Daddy, Drew, Auntie Mandi and Joey went to Chuck E Cheese. The day ended with a warm bath. To be 4 again.

This past weekend was also Papa and Grandma Luna's Birthday's. Happy Birthday!

Last week we got Drew's first school pictures back- so cute! We went to the Children's Museum- no TV cameras this time. Had Drew's preschool conference- He's doing great! And enjoyed life. Time is going way too fast.

The rest of the week

Daddy went to school with Drew on Tuesday and stayed to be the Parent helper. Scott and Drew both had a lot of fun. Daddy already picked a day in January when he plans on going back!

Drew got to hang out with Auntie Mandi, Joey and Dylan while Mommy, Daddy, Auntie Jen and Uncle Erik went to the Wild game on Thursday. Drew had a good time. Auntie Mandi had a good laugh when Drew told Joey about his "Situation" at school that day. The "situation" (Drew's word) he was referring to was when he threw a tantrum after school. Mommy had a hard time getting him in the car and he was trying to run away in the parking lot.

Which leads to another issue we have had this week. Drew is not sleeping well. He has been waking up in the night and getting up at 5am. This happened 3 or 4 times in the past week. It is not fun for Mommy. And it makes for a cranky Drew. He has been napping good, but it is a struggle to get to that time of day. Not sure if it was the time change or something else. Last night he was worried something scary was going to get into his room. Maybe we are dealing with nightmares or night terrors. I don't know, but I hope we get past it soon!

Today Drew and Daddy went up north with Grandma Luna, Grandpa Ron and Auntie Lisa. They went up for a memorial service for Uncle Don. Drew was excited to go through Duluth and hopes that Grandpa will allow them to stop on the way back. He has been talking about the ships he saw in the lake when he was there in August. He thinks they are still there. They will be home sometime on Saturday, so Mommy is having some home alone time. She is bored!

Drew has been counting the days on his calendar everyday to see how many days until his Birthday. As of today it is only 10 days! What happened to our baby?!? The good news is Drew says he will still be Mommy's baby even when he is 100! She will hold him to it!!!

Halloween

We had a great time on Halloween. Scott and Drew went to breakfast to start out the day. We went to a costume contest at the Wayzata Bay Center in which Drew won second prize and took home a $50 prize. We followed that with some trick-or-treating around Wayzata. We then headed into Hopkins to see Grandma and Grandpa. Drew fell asleep in the car after visiting Hopkins just as we hoped he would. We ran a few errands during "nap time". When Drew woke up he fed the Lindstrom pets and we carved our pumpkin. Or Mommy did. Drew picked the design. The Fritz's came over for pumpkin shaped pizza and then we hit the streets. Drew and Zackory had fun going door to door. But they are boys. Anyone who opened the door, they tried to go in the house. They started arguing over who's turn it was to ring the bell, so most houses probably got a few rings. They also became masters at getting more than one piece of candy per stop. *Note to neighbors: Just because short cuties say, "well, I like that kind too" doesn't mean you have to give out more candy.

Zackory pooped out before Drew. After a short stop at home to warm up and check out his loot, Drew went out for round two with Daddy. We ended up with 80 costumed characters at our door. The problem now is that Drew is not ready to get rid of the pumpkins!