Nothing like a 24' sandbox

Tiff's parents recently took their pool down, which was sitting on a layer of sand.  So far, the kids haven't missed the pool too much...

boys will be boys

Just when I'm enjoying worship at church, and especially enjoying how my kids seem to be actively engaged with it... worship turns into assault with a flag!!

 

Summertime fun!!! Well... maybe

After taking about 3 months to replace a small section of porch floor, and then sand and paint the whole thing, I'm hoping the railing goes a little quicker...  So I'm thinking that maybe some child labor will be just the boost I need!

                                                                  Go Seth!!                                            

Bicycle Commuting Milestone

SCHWING!!

Me and the ole roadbike have been looking forward to this milestone for quite some time now, even though technically it was met around 400 miles ago.  My first cyclecomputer had the aforementioned 400 miles on it when it fell off my bike, and was run over.  By me.  I went back and got it, but alas it was destroyed and the screen was blank.  So what's next?  Who knows, work towards 2000 I guess.  Or maybe I could pick up some rain gear and truly become that crazy guy on a bike, rather than the fair-weather cyclist I am now. 

Bicycle commuting has really been growing on me for several reasons.  I've always been kind of a dork about things that I can tinker with and adjust, and a road bike is a pretty cool piece of technology.  It also allows me to get some exercise, and even play athlete when I'm in the mood to really crank away and make good time.  It's great getting to work in the morning feeling awake, alert, and ready to take on the day.  Of course there's also the part of me that likes saving gas money and miles on my truck.  All in all it's been a pretty good experience so far!

Happy 4th Birthday Seth!!

We had Seth's fourth birthday party this weekend at Tiff's Parent's place.  Everyone had a good time, the weather held out, and Seth is another year older.  I can't believe how fast the time flies by! 

                                                      Tiff's dad fixed an old Murray
                                               "Super Diesel" pedal tractor up for Seth

today is Tuesday, May 22nd.  the 10-day weather forecast is as follows:

Thunderstorms, Thunderstorms, Showers, Thunderstorms, Showers, Thunderstorms, Showers, Thunderstorms, Rain, Showers

not awesome when your favorite (and last remaining) hobby is riding your bicycle to work.  bleh.

Zachary at around 19 months

Hobbies: throwing things, kicking things, knocking things down,

attacking Seth, and eating ice-pops

the boys

so... I scored a power-wheels type Jeep for Seth from a guy I work with, and it was free!! and Seth loves it, and Zach probably will too... soon. for now, he just sits there until he falls out (and is caught by the non picture-taking parent) also, note the model name on this bad-boy: LIGHTENING... not to be confused with lightning... we're in no way trying to condone or glorify Mother Natures wrath on a child's toy, just to set that straight. it's just not what we're about.

quote of the day from Seth

"Milk comes out a cow's butt."

It's been a while

It has been forever since I posted anything on here. It has been quite crazy around here now with 2 little kiddos. I am slowly learning how to meet both of their needs while trying to remain sane and get things done that need to be accomplished.

Seth is now 31 months old and talks, talks, talks all the time! He knows most of the alphabet and can count to 10. He still has a LOVE for chocolate and a bit of a sweet tooth that we need to keep under control. He enjoys playing with Daddy but often wants Mommy to read to him at night before bed. Seth loves reading books but doesn't always like when I sing to him :( -He will often say, "Mommy stop" I didn't think my singing voice was that bad! However, he does like when I sing "Away in a Manger" and "You Are My Sunshine." We are working on potty training him which has been up and down. Somedays he has much interest and others not so much. In time we will get there I guess. He recognizes and can say many things. He will describe his food as juicy, crunchy and delicious.

Zach is 3 months old and we just love his smile. He has also started cooing a bit and makes bubbles a lot with his mouth. He is doing well overall with his night sleeping. Usually sleeps from 11pm - 6 or 7 am. He eats throughout the day about every 3hrs. In the next month I will be working more so on getting him on a schedule. He is also still sleeping in the pack 'n play in our room so we will be transferring him to his room and the crib in the next few weeks.

Ted and I are doing well. Adjusting to having 2 kids and trying to find time for eachother. Ted has been biking off and on, running and swimming to prepare to do a sprint-triathlon. I on the other hand need to figure out how to fit in some more exercise to lose the rest of the baby weight I gained. That is all for now. Can't believe another year is around the corner. Hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Seth & Zach

Zachary Konrad Eby

Hey everybody, my name is Zachary!!! My parents only took a month to introduce me, which actually isn't too bad considering I'm the second child... My hobbies are eating, sleeping, and eating some more. I was 6lbs 14 ounces and 19 3/4" long, and was measured at 21" at a checkup three days later. Anywho, I'm off for another nap, see you around!

Strasburg RR

Saturday, July 31st we visited the Strasburg RR to take Seth on his first train ride. We got off at a picnic area and had our lunch before boarding the next train. The weather was nice and we all had a good time. Hopefully we will do it again next year!

Seth & Daddy

Emsley and Seth on the see-saw

Pappy & Seth and Seth swinging

Paw-paw and Maw-maw

Pappy and Nana (Nani/Gram)

Ashley, Bobby and Emsley

Us

more OBX

OBX

slide + pool = awesome

oh to be two again... note the shovel in the background supporting the slide. totally ghetto!